Fantech PB100 User Manual

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

PB Series

PREMIUM BATH FANS

SEVEN-YEAR

WARRANTY

Single Grille Units
4" Duct

PB100
PB100F
PB100H

Dual Grille Units
4" Duct

PB230-2
PB230F-2
PB230H-2

Single and
Dual Grille Units
6" Duct

PB190
PB360-2

PB230FV-2
PB230HV-2

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT

WARNINGS:

DO NOT CONNECT POWER SUPPLY until unit is completely installed.
Make sure electrical service to the fan and light is locked in“OFF” position.

WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS –

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

. If you have any questions, contact your

Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufactur

a.

manufacturer's representative.

b. CAUTION: Before installation, servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock the service

disconnecting means to pr
means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as tag, to the service panel.

c. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable

codes and standards. This unit is only for use in non-fire-rated installations.
d. When cutting or drilling into wall and ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
e. NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or shower.

If this unit is installed over a tub or shower

f.

protected branch circuit.

g. The combustion airflow needed for safe operation of fuel burning equipment may be affected by this unit’s

operation. Follow the heating equipment manufactur

published by the National Fire Protection association (NFPA), the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration,

and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the local code authorities.
h. Exhaust fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

CAUTION: "For General Ventilation Use Only. Do Not Use To Exhaust Hazardous Or Explosive Material and Vapors."
CAUTION: BULB USED IN FLUORESCENT MODELS NOT DIMMABLE
CAUTION: USE ONLY FANTECH (MODEL PBB14) FLUORESCENT BULBS AND

PAR16/MR16 GU10 50W MAX. HALOGEN BULBS (FANTECH MODEL PBB50).

event power fr

om being switched on accidentally

, it must be connected to a GFCI (Gr

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er

. When the ser

ound Fault Cir

’s guidelines and safety standards such as those

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Installing Fan and Bracket

1. Before selecting mounting location for fan, consider the following:
a) Mounting the fan as far as possible from the intake point will

e quiet operation. A minimum of 8’ of insulated flexible duct

assur

is recommended between exhaust grille and fan.
b) Place fan where it can be easily accessed for service.
Attach the mounting bracket to a

2.
support beam with wood screws
provided. Fan can be mounted at
any point along the duct and at any
angle. Vertical mounting is
recommended to reduce
condensation in the fan. For
horizontally mounting, either wrap
insulation around the fan or drill a

1

⁄4" hole in the bottom of the
housing. Add NPT insert and drain
tube (purchased separately) for
drainage of condensation.

3. Attach fan to the mounting bracket with the sheet metal screws
provided. Position wiring box for easy access. Rubber vibration
isolation grommets are included with bracket to prevent
transmission of sound through the structure. Do not overtighten.
Screws are self tapping but for best results pilot holes no larger than

3

⁄32" are recommended.

4. Connect duct to inlet and outlet of fan using plastic ties or duct tape
(purchased separately). When using insulated flexible duct, the inner
vinyl core should be clamped or taped to the inlet and outlet and the
vapor barrier surrounding the insulation should be duct taped to the
fan housing.

Fantech recommends insulated flexible duct for all

bathroom exhaust applications.

Please Note:

Steps 2 & 3 may be reversed.

Mounting Bracket may vary.

Wiring Diagrams

Multiple Location Switching Wiring Diagram

ithout Motor Speed Controller

W

With Motor Speed Controller

Flexible Duct Installation Hints

Fantech strongly recommends the use of flexible insulated duct where
ducting passes through unconditioned space or where noise is a factor.
Check local code requirements before installing. Failure to use insulated
flexible duct could result in excessive condensation buildup within the
duct, and undesirable sound levels within the room.

A minimum of 8' of insulated flexible duct is r
the fan and any inlet grille. Duct should be str
as possible. Failur

e to do so could r

esult in dramatic loss of system

ecommended between

etched as tight and straight

performance. Connect flex duct to the fan with plastic zip ties or duct tape.
Connections should be airtight as possible for maximize performance.

Electrical Connection

1. Remove the screws securing the terminal box cover located on the

side of the fan. All fan motor connections are pre-wired to an
electrical ter

minal strip. A
will be needed to secure the wiring through the knockout on the side
of the terminal box.

2. Bring incoming electrical service through the romex connector and the
fan knockout. Be sure to place the connector nut over the wiring coming
into the terminal box. There are two open ports on the terminal strip.
Using a small regular screwdriver, tighten the neutral (white) wire of the
incoming supply under the open terminal strip port labeled "N". Tighten
the line (black) wire of the incoming supply under the open terminal strip
port labeled "L". Since the fan motor is isolated within a plastic housing,
grounding is not necessary.

3. Secure the romex connector. Secure the incoming supply with the
romex connector. Replace the fan terminal box cover. All fan motor
and capacitor connections have been pr
additional fan wiring is necessary.

3

omex type cable r

⁄8" r

estraint connector

e-wired from the factory. No

Troubleshooting

If fan fails to operate, please check the following:

1. Consult wiring diagrams (above) to ensure proper connection.

2. Check motor lead wiring, capacitor leads and incoming supply leads
to insure definite contact.

3. If possible, use a meter to test for continuity across the fan motor
leads. In order to do this, the capacitor must be disconnected (do
not test the capacitor - it will not meter continuity). If motor leads
show continuity, consult factory for a replacement capacitor.

Maintenance Instructions

Since fan bearings ar

e sealed and pr

ovided with an inter

material, no additional lubrication is necessar

2

y.

nal lubricating

Installation of Ceiling Grille Housing With or Without Light

1. Plan Location of Inlet Grilles.

Based on the bathr
grilles for the most effective ventilation.

2. Securing the Housing to the Ceiling Joists.

NEW CONSTRUCTION
Mount housing directly to the ceiling joist using screws and keyhole slots.
Locator tabs on housing should be flush with the bottom edge of the ceiling
joist for cor
(Figure 1)

OR

Use the hanger bars to suspend the housing between ceiling joists. For
correct positioning, hanger bars should be positioned
bottom edge of the ceiling joist on models with 4" duct connection and 15⁄32"
up from bottom edge of joist on models with 6" duct connection. On
models with 4” duct, tighten anti-slide screws to keep hanger bars in
place. (Figure 2).

Note: Hanger bars on units with 4" duct connection can be used on ceiling
joists up to 24" on center. Hanger bars on units with 6" duct connection
span ceiling joists up to 16" on center.

Note: If drywall or ceiling material is thicker than
be removed to allow the grille collar to be flush with the finished ceiling
material. When ceiling drywall is being installed, cut hole for ceiling grille.

EXISTING CONSTRUCTION OR WHEN DR
Cut a 6" round hole for the ceiling grille only and install the housing from
the attic. (Figure 3)
Place the housing against the ceiling joist using the locator tabs to
determine the correct position (Figure 1) or align it using the hanger bars.
(Figure 2).
Punch out the keyhole knockouts (if using) and the electrical knockout if
needed.

To complete installation for Bath Fan models with lights, continue with
steps 3 through 5. For models without lights, skip to steps 4 and 5.

3. Make Electrical Connections to the Ceiling Grille Housing.

Remove the electrical cover inside the steel housing using a screwdriver.
Connect power by following wiring diagram (Figure 4) and following local
or National Electrical Codes. Replace the electrical cover.

oom layout and fixtures, plan the location of the ceiling

rect positioning of the unit once drywall is installed.

3

⁄16" up from the

5

⁄8" the locator tabs may

YWALL IS IN PLACE.

Figure 1

Postion Locator Tabs

flush with bottom

edge of joist

Figure 2

Housings with 4”
duct: 3/16” from
bottom edge of
joist.
Housings with 6”
duct: 15/32”

Figure 3

Anti-slide
locking screw
on models with
4” duct.

4. Connect the Fan to the Ceiling Grille Housing(s). Install

appropriate diameter duct from the fan to the ceiling grille housing.
(Insulated flexible duct is recommended for all Fantech bathroom exhaust
applications for quieter operation.) For dual grille models, install duct
between fan and wye adapter* (included). Then, attach duct to each leg of
the wye and to each ceiling grille housing. Secur
If using insulated flexible duct, seal the inner liner to the duct connector
then seal the outer shell over the top of the inner liner. Do not leave the
insulation material exposed.

5. Installing the Bulb. Install the bulb by gently inser

socket in the grille housing. Install the grille by pushing it firmly into the
steel collar until it is shoulder

Repeat steps 1 through 5 for each additional ceiling grille housing being installed.

For most efficient operation wye adapter should be positioned the equivalent of

*

three duct diameters away from the fan inlet.

ed by the ceiling drywall (Figure 3).

e duct in place and seal.

ting it into the

Figure 4

Electrical

3

Housing Dimensions
of 4" duct models

9 9⁄16" (243mm)

7 3⁄16" (182.5mm)

⁄16" (134mm)

5

5

Housing Dimensions
of 6" duct models

9 ¹¹⁄₁₆" (246mm)

8" (205mm)

6" (150mm)

5 ¹³⁄₁₆" (148mm)

9" (230mm)

⁄16" (21mm)

13

8 15⁄16" (227mm)

⁄16" (8mm)

5

Seven (7) Year Warranty

DURING ENTIRE WARRANTY PERIOD:

FANTECH will repair or replace any part which has a factory defect in
workmanship or material. Product may need to be returned to the Fantech
factory, together with a copy of the bill of sale and identified with RMA number.

FOR FACTORY RETURN YOU MUST:

• Have a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. This may be obtained
by calling FANTECH either in the USA at 1.800.747.1762 or in CANADA at

1.800.565.3548. Please have bill of sale available.

• The RMA number must be clearly written on the outside of the carton, or the
carton will be refused.

• All parts and/or product will be repaired/replaced and shipped back to buyer;
no credit will be issued.

OR

The Distributor may place an order for the warranty part and/or product and is
invoiced. The Distributor will receive a credit equal to the invoice only after
product is returned prepaid and verified to be defective.

FANTECH WARRANTY TERMS DO NOT PROVIDE FOR REPLACEMENT WITHOUT
CHARGE PRIOR TO INSPECTION FOR A DEFECT. REPLACEMENTS ISSUED IN
ADVANCE OF DEFECT INSPECTION ARE INVOICED, AND CREDIT IS PENDING
INSPECTION OF RETURNED MATERIAL. DEFECTIVE MATERIAL RETURNED BY END
USERS SHOULD NOT BE REPLACED BY THE DISTRIBUTOR WITHOUT CHARGE TO
THE END USER, AS CREDIT TO DISTRIBUTOR’S ACCOUNT WILL BE PENDING
INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION OF ACTUAL DEFECT BY FANTECH.

THE FOLLOWING WARRANTIES DO NOT APPLY:

• Damages from shipping, either concealed or visible. Claim must be filed
with freight company.

• Damages resulting from improper wiring or installation.

• Damages or failure caused by acts of God, or resulting from improper
consumer procedures, such as:

1. Improper maintenance

2. Misuse, abuse, abnormal use, or accident, and

3. Incorrect electrical voltage or current.

• Removal or any alteration made on the FANTECH label control number
or date of manufacture.

• Any other warranty, expressed, implied or written, and to any consequential
or incidental damages, loss or property, revenues, or profit, or costs of
removal, installation or reinstallation, for any breach of warranty.

WARRANTY VALIDATION

• The user must keep a copy of the bill of sale to verify purchase date.

• These warranties give you specific legal rights, and are subject to an applicable
consumer protection legislation. You may have additional rights which vary from
state to state.

Limitation of Warranty and Liability

This war

ranty does not apply to any F

ANTECH INC. pr

oduct or par
connections or alterations made by others, or use under abnormal operating conditions or misapplication of the product or parts. We will not
approve for payment any repair not made by us or our authorized agent without prior written consent. The foregoing shall constitute our sole and
exclusive warranty and our sole exclusive liability, and is in lieu of any other warranties, whether written, oral, implied or statutory. There are no
warranties which extend beyond the description on the page hereof. In no event, whether as a result of breach of contract, or warranty or alleged

ect advice or other causes, shall F

negligence, defect incor

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loss of profits or revenue, loss of use of equipment or any other associated equipment, cost of capital, cost of substitute equipment, facilities or
services, downtime costs, or claims of customers of purchase for such damages. FANTECH neither assumes or authorizes any person to assume
for it any other liability in connection with the sale of pr

oduct(s) or par

or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

t which has failed as a result of faulty installation or abuse, incorrect electrical

ANTECH be liable for special or consequential damages, including, but not limited to,

t(s). Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental

Warning

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oducts will experience occasional failur

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failur
willingness to accept the risk of such loss or injur

oducts ar

esult in loss or injury, the user should provide adequate backup ventilation, supplementary natural ventilation, failure alarm system, or acknowledge

United States

1712 Northgate Blvd.,
Sarasota, FL. 34234
Phone: [phone];

941.309.6000
Fax: [phone]

www.fantech.net; [e-mail]

e designed and manufactured to provide reliable performance, but they are not guaranteed to be 100% free from defects. Even reliable

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Canada

50 Kanalflakt W
Bouctouche, NB E4S 3M5
Phone: [phone];

506.743.9500
Fax: [phone]
www.fantech.ca; [e-mail]

ecognized by the user. If these products are used in a life support ventilation system where

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of its products’ features, designs, components and specifications to maintain
their technological leadership position.

, at any time and without notice, any or all

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