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210572116 Rev. B 5-06
SECTION 5
Wiring
CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE
PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
CAUTION: ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE
IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES, ORDINANCES, OR NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE. IF YOU ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH METHODS OF
INSTALLING ELECTRICAL WIRING, SECURE THE SERVICES OF A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
1. Run wiring from an approved wall switch carrying the appropriate
rating. One neutral (white), one ground (green or bare copper),
and one hot (black lead connected to the switch). Secure the
electrical wires to the housing with an approved electrical
connector. Make sure you leave enough wiring in the box to make
the connection to the fan’s receptacle.
2. From where you have access to inside the fan’s junction box,
connect the White wire from the house to the White wire from
the fan’s receptacle. Connect the Black wire from the wall switch
to the Black wire from the fan’s receptacle. Connect the ground
wire from the house to the Green wire from the fan’s receptacle
(Figure 6). Use approved methods for all connections.
SECTION 6
Completing the Installation
1. Reinstall the fan’s venturi by holding it at approximately a 45 degree
angle, hook the two tabs on the venturi into the slots on the housing
and secure in place by tightening the venturi screw. Rotate the
blower wheel by hand to ensure it spins freely. Now plug the fan
motor into the receptacle (Figure 7).
Figure 6
Ground
Hot (Black)
Supply
from
house
White
Figure 7
2. Install the grill by squeezing the two ends of the springs together
and installing them up into the slots of the fan’s venturi. Push the
grill up into position (Figure 8).
3. Restore power and test your installation.
SECTION 7
Use and Care
CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE
PANEL BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.
1. Cleaning the Grill: Remove grill and use a mild detergent, such
as dishwashing liquid, and dry with a soft cloth. NEVER USE ANY
ABRASIVE PADS OR SCOURING POWDERS. Completely dry grill
before reinstalling. Refer to instructions in Section 6
Finishing the
Installation
, to reinstall grill.
2. Cleaning the Fan Assembly: Unplug the motor cord from receptacle
and loosen the venturi screw to remove the venturi from the unit.
Wipe all parts with a dry cloth or gently vacuum the fan. NEVER
IMMERSE ELECTRICAL PARTS IN WATER. Refer to instructions
in Section 6
Finishing the Installation
, to reinstall venturi.
Figure 8
Troubleshooting Guide
Trouble Probable Cause Suggested Remedy
1. Fan does not operate when the switch is on. 1a. A fuse may be blown or a circuit tripped. 1a. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
1b. Connector plug from motor is not plugged in. 1b. Turn off power to unit. Remove Grill and plug motor into
receptacle in housing. Restore power to unit.
1c. Wiring is not connected properly. 1c. Turn off power to unit. Check that all wires are connected.
2. Fan is operating, but air moves slower than normal. 2. Obstruction in the exhaust ducting. 2. Check for any obstructions in the ducting. The most common
are bird nests in the roof cap or wall cap where the fan
exhausts to the outside.
3. Fan is operating louder than normal. 3a. Motor is loose. 3a. Turn off power to unit. Remove grill and check that all screws
are fully tightened. Restore power to unit.
3b. Fan blade is hitting housing of unit. 3b. Call your dealer for service.
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