Broan 655C Instruction Manual
MODEL 655C
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
INSTALLING OR USING THIS HEATER.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, observe
the following:
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If
you have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address or
telephone number listed in the warranty.
2. Before servicing or cleaning 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.
3. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by a qualified
person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-rated construction codes and standards.
4. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical
wiring and other hidden utilities.
5. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin
touch hot surfaces. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture,
pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, etc. and curtains at least 3 feet
(0.9 m) from the front of the heater.
6. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near
children or invalids and whenever the heater is left operating and
unattended.
7. Do not operate any heater after it malfunctions. Disconnect power at
service panel and have heater inspected by a reputable electrician
before reusing.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. To disconnect heater, turn controls to off, and turn off power to heater
circuit at main disconnect panel (or operate internal disconnect
switch, if provided).
10. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or
exhaust opening, as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or
damage the heater.
11. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any
manner.
12. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in
areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable vapors or liquids are used
or stored.
13. Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock,
or injury to persons.
14. This product must be grounded.
15. Do not install heater in a tub or shower enclosure.
16. This product is designed for ceiling installation only. This product
is designed for installation in ceilings up to a12/12 pitch. Ductwork
must point up. DO NOT MOUNT THIS PRODUCT IN A WALL.
17. Install heater at least 6 inches from floor or any adjacent wall.
18. Do not connect heater to dimmer switch or speed control.
19. Provide a separate 20 AMP circuit. Use 12 GA. power cable of type
which meets code.
20. For greatest efficiency, install heater so heat is directed toward tub
or shower area. Avoid directing toward walls or windows.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make sure the heater
assembly is unplugged
from the RED receptacle.
2. Loosen the two retaining screws on the inside
of the heater discharge
opening. Place a screwdriver tip between the
outer wall of the discharge opening and the
fan housing. Gently pry
outward until the exhaust
discharge slips off the
support lip on the outer
housing.
3. Unhook hinge pins and
lift heater assembly out
of housing.
4. Unplug the fan assembly
from the BLACK receptacle. Remove the plastic
bag and set it aside.
5. Remove the mounting
screw and carefully lift
the fan assembly out of
the housing.
RETAINING
SCREWS
HINGE PIN
PREPARATION
KNOCKOUTS
6. Refer to the wiring diagram of your unit on the next page. Remove appropriate knockout(s) by inserting a screwdriver blade
into slots and bending it back and forth to break tabs.
7. Insert the adjustable mounting brackets into the bracket channels on the housing.
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INSTALLATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
the heater.
CAUTION: High temperature, risk of fire, keep electrical cords,
drapery, furnishings, and other combustibles at least 3 feet (0.9
m) from the front of the heater and away from the side and rear.
8. For best results, choose a location which allows fan to be vented
outside with the shortest possible duct run and the fewest number of elbows.
9. Position unit between joists and extend mounting brackets.
Position brackets such that the bottom edge of housing will be
flush with finished ceiling. Mark the top of keyhole slot on all
four mounting brackets.
EMBOSSED
MEASURING
GUIDES
11. Hang unit from nails and use embossed measuring guides to
check if unit will be flush with finished ceiling. Pound nails tight.
For wide joist centers: A #8 x 3/8 self-tapping screw can be used
to join extended brackets together and create a rigid mount. To
ensure a noise-free mount, crimp the bracket channels tightly
around mounting brackets.
FLUSH
12. Snap the damper/duct connector onto housing. Make sure that
tabs on the connector lock in housing slots. (Top of damper/duct
connector will be flush with top of housing.)
10. Remove unit temporarily, and pound nails partially into joists at
all four marked locations.
NOTE
WIRE
OPENING
RELEASE SLOT
If the switch has not been wired properly and wires need to be
moved:
1. Each wire opening has a release slot.
2. Push a small nail or screwdriver into release slot while gently
removing wire.
3. DO NOT pull any wire out of the switch without using the release
slot. The switch may be damaged.
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