Air King AKF50LS, AKF80LS, AKF100LS Operating Manual

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS -

OPERATING MANUAL

Models: AKF50LS, AKF80LS,
AKF100LS

Exhaust Fan with Light

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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:

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK

AND INJURY TO PERSON, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

a) Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.If you

have questions, contact the manufacturer.

b) 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.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK

AND INJURY TO PERSON, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

a) Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified

person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-related construction.

b) 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.

c) When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical

wiring and other hidden utilities.

CAUTION: FOR GENERAL VENTILATING USE ONLY. DO NOT USE

TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS AND VAPORS.

d) Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
e) This unit must be grounded.
f) To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced

impellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit.

g) Read all instructions before installing or using exhaust fan.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT USE THIS FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.

a) Acceptable for use over a bathtub or shower when installed

in a GFCI protected branch circuit.

b) NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or

shower.

WARNING: DO NOT USE IN KITCHENS.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:

BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL

SECTION 1

Preparing the Exhaust Fan

1. Unpack fan from the carton and confirm that all pieces are present. In addition to
the exhaust fan you should have:

1 - Grill
1 - Damper Assembly (attached)
4 - Mounting Rails
1 - Fluorescent Lamp
1 - Instruction/Safety Sheet

2. Choose the location for your fan. To ensure the best air and sound performance, it
is recommended that the length of ducting and the number of elbows be kept to a

minimum, and that insulated hard ducting be used.

Larger duct sizes will reduce noise and airflow
restrictions. This fan will require at least 8" of
clearance in the ceiling or wall, and will mount
through drywall up to 3/4" thick. The fan mounts
between 16" or 24" on center joists using the 4
provided mounting rails.

3. Select the most convenient electrical knockout
and remove using a straight-blade screw driver

(Figure 1).

SECTION 2

New Construction

1. Install the rails on the housing and position the housing next to the joist. Line up
housing so that it will be flush with the finished ceiling. Secure the ends of the rails
with screws or nails (not included) to the joists and slide the housing into the final
position (Figure 2).

Figure 1

SECTION 4

Ducting

CAUTION: ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL

BUILDING CODES.

1. Connect the ducting to the fan’s duct collar (Figure 4). Secure in place using tape
or screw clamp. Always duct the fan to the outside through a wall or roof cap.

Ducting

Duct
Collar

Figure 4

SECTION 5

Wiring

CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL

BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

CAUTION: ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE IN ACCOR-

DANCE 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.

NOTE: This unit includes a side access panel for wiring that does not require the

removal of the fan’s blower assembly. If you choose to wire the unit from the inside,
you will need to remove the blower assembly and internal wiring compartment. Both
methods are equally effective.

Housing

Joist

Figure 2

Mounting Rails

SECTION 3

Existing Construction

1. Set housing in position between the joist and trace an outline onto the ceiling
material (Figure 3). Set housing aside and cut opening, being careful not to cut or
damage any electrical or other hidden utilities. Install the rails on the housing and
position the housing in the previously cut hole so that it is flush with the finished
ceiling. Secure the ends of the rails to the joists (Figure 2).

1a. External Wire Compartment: Remove the wire compartment cover screw and

place cover in a secure place (Figure 5).

Screw

Wire
Compartment
Cover

Figure 5

1b. Internal Wire Compartment: Remove the three screws holding the blower assembly

in place and lift assembly out of housing (Figure 6). Remove the wire compartment
cover screw and place the cover in a secure place (Figure 7).

Plug

Screws

Venturi

Figure 6

Joist

Figure 2

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NOTE: If the fan motor plug is
connected to the fan housing
receptacle, unplug so the
blower assembly can be
completely removed.

Screw

Wire

Compartment

Cover

3. Install the included 26 watt fluorescent lamp into the lamp holder by lining up the
pins on the lamp base to the socket of the lamp holder and pressing towards the
lamp holder until the lamp snaps into place and is firmly seated in the lamp holder.
Install a 4 watt maximum type C7 (candelabra base) night light (not included) into
the side lamp holder (Figure 10).

Night Light

Figure 7

2. Run wiring from an approved wall switch carrying the appropriate rating. One
neutral (White), one ground (green or bare copper), and three hot (Black, Purple,
Yellow leads connected to the switch, one for each function). 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.

3. From where you have chosen to access the fan’s junction box, connect the White
wire from the house to the two White wires from the fan. Connect one Hot (Black)
wire from the wall switch to the Black wire from the fan (this is the fan control).
Connect second Hot (Purple) wire from the wall switch to the Purple wire from the
fan (this is the night light control). Connect the third Hot (Yellow) wire from the wall
switch to the Yellow wire from the fan (this is the main light control). Connect the
ground wire (green or bare copper) from the house to the Green wire from the fan
(Figure 8). Use approved methods for all connections.

Supply from

house

White

Hot
(Black)

Hot
(Purple)

Ground

Socket

Pin

Lamp

Lamp Holder

Figure 10

4. Install the grill by squeezing the two ends of the springs together and installing them
up into the slots on the fan’s housing. Push the grill up into position (Figure 11).

Figure 11

Hot (Yellow)

Figure 8

NOTE: The fan’s receptacle wires might need to be pulled outside compartment for
connection. Only pull the three loose wires outside of compartment. Additional wires
will be present.

4. Carefully tuck wires back inside wire compartment and replace wire compartment
cover securing with the screw that was removed earlier.

SECTION 6

Completing the Installation

1. If the fan’s blower assembly was removed during the wiring process, reinstall the
blower by reversing the directions in Step 1b in Section 5 Wiring.

2. Plug the fan’s quick connect motor cord into the receptacle. This cord will only fit
one way into the receptacle (Figure 9).

Figure 9

5. Restore power and test your installation.

SECTION 7

Use and Care

CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL

BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

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: Wipe all parts with a dry cloth or gently vacuum the
fan. NEVER IMMERSE ELECTRICAL PARTS IN WATER.

CAUTION: ALLOW BULBS TO COOL BEFORE REPLACING.

3. Changing the Lamp: Disconnect power to the unit. Remove grill by pulling downward
on grill and squeezing grill springs together to release from housing (Figure 11).

Fluorescent Bulb: Remove lamp by gently rocking lamp back and forth while applying

outward pressure to release the lamp from the base. Replace with Air King model
26WFL or a compatible CFM26W/GX24q/35 lamp.

Sylvania model: CF26DD/E/835
GE model: F26DBXT4SPX35/4P
Phillips model: PL-C 26W/835/4P/ALTO

Night Light: Unscrew night light bulb from socket and replace with a 4 watt maximum

type C7 (candelabra base) night light bulb.

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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.
1d. Motor has stopped operating. 1d. Replace motor.

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.

LIMITED WARRANTY

WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: This product is warranted against defects in workmanship and/or materials.
HOW LONG THIS WARRANTY LASTS: This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product and lasts for one (1) year from the date of original purchase or until

the original purchaser of the product sells or transfers the product, whichever first occurs.
WHAT AIR KING WILL DO: During the warranty period, Air King will, at its sole option, repair or replace any part or parts that prove to be defective or replace the whole product
with the same or comparable model.
WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: This warranty does not apply if the product was damaged or failed because of accident, improper handling or operation, shipping
damage, abuse, misuse, unauthorized repairs made or attempted. This warranty does not cover shipping costs for the return of products to Air King for repair or replacement. Air
King will pay return shipping charges from Air King following warranty repairs or replacement

ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY), LAST ONE YEAR FROM THE
DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE OR UNTIL THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT SELLS OR TRANSFERS THE PRODUCT, WHICHEVER FIRST OCCURS AND IN NO EVENT
SHALL AIR KING’S LIABILITY UNDER ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDE (I) INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER, OR
(II) REPLACMENT OR REPAIR OF ANY HOUSE FUSES, CIRCUIT BREAKERS OR RECEPTACLES. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY, IN NO EVENT SHALL AIR
KING’S LIABILITY UNDER ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND ANY SUCH LIABILITY SHALL TERMINATE UPON THE
EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD.

Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these
exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state and province to
province. Proof of purchase is required before a warranty claim will be accepted.

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

Our Customer Service team is available to assist you with product questions, service center locations, and replacement parts. They can be reached Monday through Friday,

8am-4pm Eastern. Please have your model number available, as well as the type and style (located on the label inside of your product).

Please do not return product to place of purchase.

PARTS FOR DISCONTINUED, OBSOLETE AND CERTAIN OTHER PRODUCTS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE. DUE TO SAFETY REASONS, MANY ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS AND

MOST HEATER COMPONENTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE TO CONSUMERS FOR INSTALLATION OR REPLACEMENT.

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