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RB80LC  RB110LC

ULTRA Pro
Ventilation Fan / Light / Night Light
with ULTRAQuick

INSTALLATION GUIDE

TM

TM

Installation Technology

Easy installation in both
new construction and retrofit

© 2014 Broan-NuTone LLC

Table of Contents

Warnings and Cautions 2
Typical Installation 2
New Construction Installation 3
Retrofit Installation 7
Operation 12
Cleaning and Maintenance 12
Troubleshooting 13
Service Parts 13
Warranty 14

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WARNING

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. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting
of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment
to prevent backdrafting. 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.

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

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

7. If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it must be
marked as appropriate for the application and be connected
to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) - protected branch
circuit.

8. Use an on/off switch to operate this ventilator. Use of speed
controls may cause a motor humming noise.

9. This unit must be grounded.

CAUTION

1. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust

hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

2. This product is designed for installation in ceilings up to a
12/12 pitch (45 degree angle). Duct connector must point up.

DO NOT MOUNT THIS PRODUCT IN A WALL.

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

4. Please read specification label on product for further
information and requirements.

!

NOT FOR USE IN A COOKING AREA

Do not install above or inside this area

45° 45°

Cooking
Equipment

Floor

Typical Installation

• Installation is the same for:

Joists I-Joists Trusses

• Fits in 2" x 8" ceiling construction.

• Infinitely adjust the fan position
between joists from 14" to 24"
on center.

• Do not install this fan in a ceiling
thermally insulated to a value
greater than R40.

HOUSING

POWER
CABLE*

Seal gaps

around

Housing.

*Purchase
separately.

INSULATION*

(Place around and

over Fan Housing.)

FAN

ROUND

DUCT*

Seal duct

joints with

tape.

OR

ROUND

ELBOWS*

ROOF CAP*

(with built-in

damper)

Keep duct

runs short.

WALL CAP*

(with built-in

damper)

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Tools needed

• Power screwdriver with a Phillips bit

• Phillips screwdriver

• Flathead screwdriver

• Pliers

• Wire insulation stripper

• Wire cutter

Remove Packaging

1

Parts Bag holds
Knockout Plate
and six (6) screws

Materials needed

• 4" round metal ducting recommended for best performance
Use of other ducting is acceptable but may impact performance

• Roof cap or wall cap (built-in damper recommended)

• Tape to seal duct connections

• Electrical wiring and supplies per local code requirements

• 4W (max.) C7-type night light bulb

Remove CFL Bulbs

Remove
Instruction
Sheet

from protective packaging.

Punch out Mask from

packaging. See Step 6.

Install

2

Mounting
Frame

2

1

4

3

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New Construction Installation

Snap-in and

3

Secure Housing

2

snap!

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Screws from Parts Bag

Attach Flange, Transition and Ducting

4

Top and bottom flanges
go outside Housing

Insert tab into slot
inside Housing

1

4" Ducting

Tape

Align

Tape

Position Housing
between joists and
crimp channel on both
sides of Mounting Frame
to lock Housing in place.

Do not crimp Housing.

Screw from

2

Parts Bag

3

Transition

Flange

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Connect Wires and Install Knockout Plate

5

• Run 120VAC electrical wiring to the installation location.

• Use proper UL-approved connectors to secure wiring to the Knockout Plate provided in Parts Bag.

• Connect wires as shown in wiring diagram.

• Do not use a dimmer switch to operate the light.

Attach cable clamp to Knockout

1

Plate. Knockout Plate mounts to

outside of Housing and may be

oriented as desired.

Fan

Light

2

Connect wires

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Screw from

Parts Bag

LIGHT

SWITCH

NIGHT LIGHT

SWITCH

SWITCH

LINE

IN

BLACK
WHITE
BLUE

LIGHT

NIGHT LIGHT

FAN

MULTI CONTROL

(purchase separately)

FAN

BLK

WHT

GRD

RED
GROUND

(green or bare)

SWITCH BOX

120 VAC

LINE IN

BLK

RED

WHT

BLK

WHT

GRD

BLU

RED

BLK

RECEPTACLE

LIGHT

WIRES

LIGHT

NIGHT
LIGHT

KNOCKOUT

PLATE

FAN

UNITSWITCH BOX

RECEPTACLE

WHT

WHT

WHT

FAN

LIGHT

RECEPTACLE

FAN

RECEPTACLE

WIRES

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New Construction Installation

Insert Mask and

6

Finish Ceiling

• Install ceiling material.

• Cut out around Housing.

Install Grille

7

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Mask protects unit

during construction.

Remove before
installing Grille.

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Install Bulbs

8

1

2

3

3

Night Light

(purchase separately)

1

See Page 12 for Operation, Cleaning and Maintenance. See Page 13 for Troubleshooting.

2

4

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Tools needed

• Power screwdriver with a Phillips bit

• Phillips screwdriver

• Flathead screwdriver

• Pliers

• Wire insulation stripper

• Wire cutter

Remove Packaging

1

Parts Bag holds
Knockout Plate
and six (6) screws

Switch Off Power

2

WARNING

Before removing existing fan, 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.

• Ruler

• Pencil

• Drywall saw

• Claw hammer or pry bar

• Utility knife

Remove
Instruction
Sheet

Materials needed

• Tape to seal duct connections

• Existing rigid duct will require the
addition of a short length of flexible duct

• Electrical wiring and supplies per
local code requirements

• 4W (max.) C7-type night light bulb

Remove CFL Bulbs

from protective packaging

Punch out Mask from

packaging. See Step 12.

Enlarge Ceiling Opening and Remove Existing Fan

3

12" (30.5 cm)

1

11 " (27.9 cm)
parallel with joists

Existing ductwork and
wiring left in place

Examine Wiring

4

Examine the existing wiring to make sure it is not damaged. If any damage is found,
DO NOT CONTINUE INSTALLATION of this product. Contact a qualified person(s) for repair.

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Retrofit Installation

Remove Blower Assembly

5

2

Both sides

1

Remove Wiring Panel

6

3

Set aside
Wiring Panel

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Set aside
Blower Assembly

Insert

7

Mounting
Frame

Set aside
screw

4

1

2

3

5

1

Remove screws from
Mounting Frame
and set aside

2

Bend up
four tabs

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Secure

8

Mounting
Frame

Snap-in Housing

9

Screws set

aside

in Step 7

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Pull existing
ductwork
into Housing

1

Pull existing wiring into
Housing as it is inserted
into Mounting Frame

snap!

Attach Flange, Transition and Ducting

4" Ducting

Align

2

1

Tape

4

Screw from

Parts Bag

3

Insert tab into
slot inside
Housing

Transition

Tape

Flange

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Install Knockout Plate, Connect Wires and Install Wiring Panel

11

• Use proper UL-approved connectors to secure wiring to the Knockout Plate provided in Parts Bag.

• Connect wires as shown in wiring diagram.

• Do not use a dimmer switch to operate the light.

2

Screw from

Parts Bag

Attach cable

1

clamps to

Knockout Plate.

Knockout

Plate mounts

to inside of

Housing and

may be oriented

as desired.

Screw set

aside in

Step 6

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Fan

3

Light

Connect

wires

LIGHT

SWITCH

NIGHT LIGHT

SWITCH

SWITCH

LINE

IN

BLACK
WHITE
BLUE

LIGHT

NIGHT LIGHT

FAN

FAN

BLK

WHT

GRD

RED

GROUND
(green or bare)

SWITCH BOX

BLK

RED

WHT

BLK

WHT

GRD

BLU

RED

BLK

RECEPTACLE

LIGHT

NIGHT
LIGHT

LIGHT

WIRES

FAN

UNITSWITCH BOX

RECEPTACLE

WHT

WHT

WHT

FAN

LIGHT

RECEPTACLE

MULTI CONTROL

(purchase separately)

120 VAC

LINE IN

KNOCKOUT

PLATE

FAN

RECEPTACLE

WIRES

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Insert and Secure Blower Assembly

12

Install Grille

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Screws from Parts Bag

1

3

If ceiling repairs are needed, place
Mask in Housing after Blower Assembly
is secured. See New Construction
Installation Step 6.
Remove Mask before installing Grille.

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1

2

3

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Install Bulbs

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Night Light

(purchase separately)

1

2

WARNING 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.

Operation

To Operate Fan

Use an on/off switch to operate this ventilator. Use of speed
controls may cause a motor humming noise.

To Operate Lights

The light and night light can be operated independently,
using separate on/off switches.

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Cleaning and Maintenance

To Clean

For quiet and efficient operation, long life and attractive
appearance, remove Grille and vacuum interior of unit with
a dusting brush attachment.

The Motor is permanently lubricated and never needs oiling.
If the motor bearings are making excessive or unusual
noises, replace the Motor.

To change bulbs

Refer to Retrofit Installation
Step 14 (above).

1. Carefully insert a small
flathead screwdriver between
the Grille and Lens, then
twist to remove Lens.

2. Purchase two (2) 18W (max.)
type GU24 fluorescent
lamps with Maximum Overall
Length (MOL) of

3.9” (100 mm).
Purchase a 4W (max.)
C7-type incandescent night light bulb.

3. Insert bulbs into their sockets. Replace Lens.

M.O.L.

3.9” (100 mm)

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Troubleshooting

Symptom: The fan does not run.

• Check for an open fuse or circuit breaker in the building’s
service panel.

• Check that the plug-in connection for the Motor is seated
firmly in place.

• Check that the Blower Wheel spins freely.

Symptom: The fan runs erratically.

• Check that the Blower Wheel is firmly attached to the
Motor shaft and both spin freely.

Symptom: The fan seems noisy.

• Check that the back draft damper in the fan’s Transition
pivots freely.

• Check that the back draft damper in the wall or roof cap
pivots freely. These dampers are sometimes mistakenly
painted shut or obstructed by bird and insect debris.

Service Parts

1

2

3

4

6

5

7

8

9

Order replacement
parts by Part No.,
not by Key No.

10

Key No. Part No. Description

1 97018349 Mounting Frame
2 97018721 Knockout Plate & Screws
3 97018382 Housing
4 97018448 Wiring Panel/Harness Assembly
5 97019521 Blower Assembly (RB80LC)
97019522 Blower Assembly (RB110LC)
6 97019520 Flange
7 97019466 Transition
8 97018531 Grille Assembly (includes 9, 10, 11)
9 99140208 Grille Spring (2 req’d)
10 99111399 Lens
11 99271381 Bulb, GU24 18W 3500K Fluorescent (2 req’d)

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Warranty

Broan Ventilation Fan/Lights Limited Warranty

WARRANTY PERIOD: Broan warrants to the original consumer purchaser of
its Broan Ventilation Fan/Light (the “Fan”) that your Fan (excluding lamps/bulbs)
will be materially free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of
three (3) years from the date of original purchase. The warranty on the lamps/
bulbs provided with the Fan is one (1) year and does not cover lamp/bulb breakage.
This warranty does not cover accessories, such as speed controls, that may be
purchased separately and installed with the Fan.
The limited warranty period for replacement parts, and for Fans repaired or replaced
under this limited warranty, shall continue for the remainder of the original warranty
period.
NO OTHER WARRANTIES: THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE
AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. BROAN
DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, AND
DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY LAW, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT THAT APPLICABLE LAW PROHIBITS
THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, THE DURATION OF ANY
APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE PERIOD SPECIFIED
FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Any oral or
written description of the Fan is for the sole purpose of identifying it and shall not be
construed as an express warranty.
REMEDY: During the applicable limited warranty period, Broan will, at its option,
provide replacement parts for, or repair or replace, without charge, any Fan or
part thereof, to the extent Broan finds it to be covered by and in breach of this
limited warranty. Broan will ship the repaired or replaced Fan or replacement parts
to you at no charge. You are responsible for all costs for removal, reinstallation
and shipping, insurance or other freight charges incurred in the shipment of the
Fan or part to Broan. This warranty does not cover (a) normal maintenance and
service, (b) normal wear and tear, (c) any Fans or parts which have been subject
to misuse, abuse, abnormal usage, negligence, accident, improper or insufficient
maintenance, storage or repair (other than repair by Broan), (d) damage caused by
faulty installation, or installation or use contrary to recommendations or instructions,
(e) any Fan that has been moved from its original point of installation, (f) damage
caused by environmental or natural elements, (g) damage in transit, (h) natural wear
of finish, (i) Fans in commercial or nonresidential use, or (j) damage caused by fire,
flood or other act of God. This warranty covers only Fans sold in Canada or through
Canadian distributors authorized by Broan.
EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES: BROAN’S OBLIGATION TO PROVIDE
REPLACEMENT PARTS, OR REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT BROAN’S OPTION,
SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY AND BROAN’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE OBLIGATION. BROAN
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE FAN, ITS
USE OR PERFORMANCE. Incidental damages include but are not limited to such
damages as loss of time and loss of use. Consequential damages include but are
not limited to the cost of repairing or replacing other property which was damaged if
the Fan does not work properly.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from
state to state.
This warranty supersedes all prior warranties and is not transferable from the original
consumer purchaser.
BROAN SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU, OR TO ANYONE CLAIMING UNDER
YOU, FOR ANY OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF
CONTRACT OR WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER TORT OR ANY THEORY
OF STRICT LIABILITY, WITH RESPECT TO THE FAN OR BROAN’S ACTS OR
OMISSIONS OR OTHERWISE.
This warranty covers only replacement or repair of defective Fans or parts thereof
at Broan’s main facility and does not include the cost of field service travel and
living expenses. Any assistance Broan provides to or procures for you outside the
terms, limitations or exclusions of this limited warranty will not constitute a waiver of
such terms, limitations or exclusions, nor will such assistance extend or revive the
warranty.
Broan will not reimburse you for any expenses incurred by you in repairing or
replacing any defective Fan, except for those incurred with Broan’s prior written
permission.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE: To qualify for warranty service, you
must (a) notify Broan at the address or telephone number stated below within
seven (7) days of discovering the covered defect, (b) give the model number and
part identification and (c) describe the nature of any defect in the Fan or part. At
the time of requesting warranty service, you must present evidence of the original
purchase date.
Broan-NuTone Canada Inc., 1140 Tristar Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L5T 1H9
(1-877-896-1119)
www.broan.ca
If you must send the Fan or part to Broan, as instructed by Broan, you must properly
pack the Fan or part—Broan is not responsible for damage in transit.

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