Air King AIG46F, AIK14XL, AIG46HL, AIK26YL, AIK14XF User Manual

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS -

OPERATING MANUAL

Models: AIK14XL, AIK26YL, AIG46HL,
AIG46F, AIK14XF, AIK26YF

In-Line Exhaust Fan

with Light

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READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO ASSEMBLE, INSTALL, OPERATE OR MAINTAIN THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED. PROTECT

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT POWER SUPPLY UNTIL FAN

IS COMPLETELY INSTALLED. MAKE SURE ELECTRICAL SERVICE
TO THE FAN IS LOCKED IN OFF POSITION.

1. Read all instructions before installing or using exhaust fan.

2. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.
If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.

YOURSELF AND OTHERS BY OBSERVING ALL SAFETY INFORMATION. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH

INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE!

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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions

should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,

electric shock and injury to person, including the following:

6. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage
electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

7. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

8. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced
impellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off
power unit.

3. Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch power off at
service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to
prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When
the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely
fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the
service panel.

4. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by
qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including fire-related construction.

5. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting
of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment
to prevent back drafting. Follow the heating equipment
manufacturer’s guideline and safety standards such as those
published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
and the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration, and Air
Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.

CAUTION: FOR GENERAL VENTILATING USE ONLY. DO

NOT USE TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS
AND VAPORS.

9. Acceptable for use over a bathtub or shower when installed
in a GFCI protected branch circuit.

10. Suitable for use with solid-state speed control.

11. This unit has rotating parts and safety precautions should be
exercised during installation, operation and maintenance.

12. Guards must be installed when fan is within reach of personnel
or within seven (7) feet of working level or when deemed
advisable for safety.

13. NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or
shower.

14. Do not insert or allow fingers or foreign objects to enter the
motor.

WARNING: DO NOT USE IN KITCHENS

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:

SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT

SECTION 1

Preparing for Fan Installation

1. When selecting fan mounting location, the following criteria
should be considered:

a) Mounting to minimize noise generated by fan operation:

Mounting the fan as far as possible from the intake
point will minimize fan operating noise from being
transmitted back through the duct work. If the fan is to
be used as a booster for moving the air between two
rooms, a central point along the duct may be optimal.
Insulated flexible type duct work (recommended for all
bathroom exhaust applications) will result in much
quieter operation. It is recommended that a minimum
8' of insulated flexible ducting be used between any
exhaust grill and fan for low noise level.

b) Service accessibility: Fan location should allow

sufficient access for service.

Fan

Stud

Screws

Figure 2

NOTE: Bracket is provided with rubber vibration isolation grommets
to prevent the transmission of sound through the structure. Be
careful not to over tighten. Also, care should be taken not to strip
the plastic housing. Screws are self tapping and do not require
pilot holes. Pilot holes no larger than 1/16" can be used to ease
the installation however.

Bracket

SECTION 3

Preparing for Ceiling Housing Installation

SECTION 2

Installing the Fan

1. Using the 1" wood screws provided, attach the fan mounting
bracket to a support beam at the selected location

Vertical Mounting

Horizontal Mounting

Bracket

Bracket

or

Stud

Figure 1

NOTE: Fan mounting can be at any point along the duct and in
any angle, however, vertical mounting is recommended to reduce
condensation buildup in the fan. If a horizontal installation is
necessary and condensation buildup may pose a problem, wrap
insulation around the fan to minimize buildup.

2. Attach fan to the mounting bracket with the three 7/16" sheet
metal screws provided, making sure the wiring box is
positioned for easy access

(Figure 2).

(Figure 1).

Joist

1. Choose a location for the inlet grill that will not interfere with
a ceiling joist. The grill housing can be mounted directly to the
joist through the keyholes on the side of the housing or between
16" on center joists using the provided mounting rails.

2. Remove the electrical knockout cover or one of the other
electrical knockouts on the grill housing, using a straight­blade screw driver (Figure 3).

Optional Knockouts

Knockout Cover

Figure 3

SECTION 4

New Construction

1. Mounting Rail Installation: Install the rails through the grill
housing and position next to the joist. Using the locator tabs
on the housing, line up tabs so that they are flush with the
bottom of the joist. Secure the ends of the rails with the
provided 1" screws to the joists and slide the housing into
the final position (Figure 4).

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Housing

Locating Tabs

Joist

Housing

Install the rails on the housing and position the housing grill
collar in the previously cut hole so that it is flush with the
finished ceiling (Figure 8). Secure the ends of the rails to the
joists (Figure 4).

Figure 4

Mounting Rails

NOTE: If drywall or ceiling material will be thicker than 5/8" the
height of the housing will need to be adjusted to compensate and
the locator tabs will need to be bent even with the housing to
allow the grill collar to be flush with the finished ceiling material.

2a. Keyhole Installation: Using a straight bladed screw drive,

punch out the two keyhole slot knockouts on the side of the
housing that will be attached to the joist (Figure 5).

Keyhole Knockouts

Figure 5

2b. Using the locator tabs on the grill housing, line up housing so

that it will be flush with the finished ceiling. Position the housing
so that the tabs rest flat against the joist and secure with the
included 1" screws through the two keyhole slots (Figure 6).

Housing

Joist

Housing

6"

Figure 7

Housing

Joist

Mounting

Rail

Figure 8

NOTE: If drywall or ceiling material will be thicker than 5/8" the
height of the housing will need to be adjusted to compensate
and the locator tabs will need to be bent even with the housing
to allow the grill collar to be flush with the finished ceiling material.

2a. Keyhole Installation: Using a straight bladed screw drive,

punch out the two keyhole slot knockouts on the side of the
housing that will be attached to the joist (Figure 5).

2b. Determine where along the joist the grill will be mounted and

starting 1/8" away from the joist, cut a 6" round opening, being
careful not to cut or damage any electrical or other hidden
utilities (Figure 9). Position the housing grill collar in the
previously cut hole so that it is flush with the finished ceiling
(Figure 10). Secure the grill housing to the joist using the
provided 1" screws through the two keyhole slots (Figure 6).

Housing Grill Collar

Ceiling

Locating Tab

1/8"

Keyholes

Figure 6

NOTE: If drywall or ceiling material will be thicker than 5/8" the
height of the housing will need to be adjusted to compensate and
the locator tabs will need to be bent even with the housing to
allow the grill collar to be flush with the finished ceiling material.

SECTION 5

Existing Construction

1. Mounting Rail Installation: Determine where the grill will be
mounted and cut a 6" round opening, being careful not to cut
or damage any electrical or other hidden utilities (Figure 7).

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Figure 9

NOTE: If drywall or ceiling material is thicker than 5/8" the height
of the housing will need to be adjusted to compensate and the
locator tabs will need to be bent even with the housing to allow
the grill collar to be flush with the finished ceiling material.

6"

Housing

Joist

Ceiling

Figure 10

Housing Grill Collar

SECTION 6

Ducting

CAUTION: ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND

NATIONAL BUILDING CODES.
NOTE: Insulated ducting is required for bathroom exhaust applications,

where ducting passes through unconditioned space or where noise
is a factor. Failure to use insulation could result in excessive
condensation buildup within the duct, and undesirable sound levels
within the room. Duct runs should have as few bends as possible.

NOTE: Flexible insulated ducting may be used where allowed by local
code. For the quietest possible installations, it is recommended a
minimum of 8' of insulated flexduct be used between any exhaust grill
and fan. When using flexible type duct work, duct should be stretched
as tight and straight as possible. Failure to do so could result in
dramatic loss of system performance. Flexible duct should be
connected to the fan with screw clamps or duct tape. All connections
should be as airtight as possible to maximize system performance.

1. Connect one end of the ducting (not included) to the room
level grill housing and the other end to the “Y” transition.
Secure both ends in place using tape or a screw clamp to
create as air tight a seal as possible. Repeat this step for the
other room level grill housing (Figure 11).

Exhaust to

Wall/Roof Cap

NOTE: Units that include only one collar do not utilize the “Y”
transition. Follow the same instructions as in step 1, except
connect the one end of the ducting directly to the fan.

2. Connect one end of the ducting to the top of the “Y” transition
and the other end to the intake of the fan (Figure 11).

3. Connect one end of the ducting to the exhaust of the fan and
the other end to a wall or ceiling cap. (Figure 11). Always
duct the fan to the outside through a wall or roof cap.

NOTE: When using insulated flexible duct, it is recommended that
the inner vinyl core be screw clamped or taped to the inlet and
outlet and that the vapor barrier surrounding the insulation be
taped to the fan housing.

NOTE: When attaching flex duct to the collar/damper combination
and an immediate elbow is necessary, be certain that the elbow is
installed with a "soft" bend to allow damper blades to operate properly.

SECTION 7

Installing Optional Balancing Damper

Some kits include an optional balancing damper to allow for
adjustment of the system. The damper may be used where the
grills will be connected using branches of unequal length or
where the flow will need to be balanced for any reason. To Install
the optional damper:

1. The damper must be installed on the branch with the least
restriction. This is generally the duct that is shortest or has
the fewest bends.

2. Drill a 5/16" hole approximately 1-1/2" from the edge on the
flat side of the “Y” transition.

3. Insert the shaft of the damper into the hole drilled in step 2. Place
the washer, handle, then wing nut onto the shaft (Figure 12).

Wing Nut

Handle

Washer

Shaft

Hole

Fan

Damper

“Y” Transition

Figure 12

“Y” Transition

Grill Housing

4. Adjust the damper to balance airflow and tighten the wing
nut to secure.

SECTION 8

Ducting

Figure 11

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Wiring the Fan

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.

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. Remove the screws securing the terminal box cover plate
located on the side of the motor

(Figure 13).

Screws

Terminal Box

Figure 13

2. Run wiring from an approved wall switch carrying the
appropriate rating. One neutral (white) 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 terminal box to make the
connections to the fan’s pre-wired electrical terminal strip.

3. Insert the white wire from the house into the terminal strip
port labeled “N” and tighten using a small regular screwdriver.
Insert the black wire from the wall switch into the terminal
strip port labeled “L” and tighten using a small regular
screwdriver. Since the motor is isolated within a plastic
housing, grounding is not necessary

(Figure 14).

1. Remove the screws inside the housing securing the electrical
cover in place

(Figure 15).

Screws

Cover

Figure 15

2. Run wiring from an approved wall switch carrying the
appropriate rating. One neutral (white) 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 terminal box to make the connections
to the housing’s pre-wired electrical terminal strip.

3. From where you have access to inside the housing’s junction
box, connect the white wire from the house to the white wire
from the light socket. Connect the black wire from the wall
switch to the black wire from the light socket. Connect the
ground wire from the house to the green wire from the grounding
screw (Figure 16). Use approved methods for all connections.

Housing

Supply from house

White

N

Black

L

Blue

Black/Red

Red

Brown

Figure 14

4. Check to make sure all wire connections are securely fastened
to the terminal strip and replace the fan terminal box cover.

SECTION 9

Wiring the Ceiling Grill Housing

CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT

SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

Supply

Ground

from

house

White

Hot (Black)

Figure 16

4. Re-install the electrical cover, making sure all wires are
tucked inside the box and are not being pinched.

SECTION 10

Completing the Installation

1a. Halogen Light Models: Install the included halogen lamp by

gently inserting into the socket and turning the lamp until it
is properly seated within the socket

1b. Fluorescent Light Models: Install the included 4 pin fluorescent

lamp by gently inserting into the socket and pushing inward
until the lamp is properly seated within the socket

(Figure 17).

(Figure 17).

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