Fantech PBW110H User Manual

Installation and Maintenance Manual

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Manuel pour l'Installation et l'Entretien
Manual de Instalación y Mantenimiento

PBW Series

Premium Bath Fans

(single grille unit 4" duct: PBW110*; PBW110F; PBW110H)

Ventilareurs pour salle de bains premium

(grille simple conduit de 4 po: PBW110*; PBW110F; PBW110H)

Ventiladores Para Baño Premium

(unidades de Reja Solas 4" conducto: PBW110*; PBW110F; PBW110H)

Item #: 450065

Rev Date: 080113

United States

10048 Industrial Blvd., Lenexa, KS, 66215
Tel.: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

Canada

50 Kanalflakt Way, Bouctouche, NB, E4S 3M5
Tel.: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

* The PBW110 model earned the ENERGY STAR® by meeting strict
fciency guidelines set by Natural Resources Canada and the US EPA.

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Note Warning /

Before installation, servicing or
cleaning unit, switch power off at

service panel and lock the service
disconnect to prevent power from being
switched on accidentally. When the service
disconnect cannot be locked, securely fasten a
prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the
service panel.

1. The compactness and adaptability of the FG
Series fans permit easy installation. The fans are
shipped fully assembled and can be
mounted at any angle. For various mounting, see
figures on the following page.

2. Because this unit has rotating parts, safety
precautions should be exercised during all phases
of installation, operation and maintenance.

3. CAUTION: “For General Ventilation Use Only. Do
Not Use To Exhaust Hazardous Or Explosive
Material and Vapors.”

4. Remove unit from package and inspect within
15 days after receipt. If damaged, report damage
to carrier. Do Not operate this unit with visible
damage to the blower or impeller
assembly.

5. CAUTION: “This unit has an unguarded impeller.
Do not use in locations readily accessible to
people or animals.”

WEAR HAND PROTECTION AND STAY CLEAR OF
SHARP EDGES!

6. Screen guards must be installed within reach of
personnel, within (7) feet of the working area, or
when advisable for safety.

7. CAUTION: Bulb used in fluorescent models not
dimmable.

8. CAUTION: Use only Fantech Fluorescent bulb
(model PBB14) and PAR16 / MR16 GU10 50W
max. halogen bulbs (model PBB50).

9. PLEASE read the entire manual before installing.

Information Technical

Important

information

note

Avant l’installation, le service ou le nettoyage,
coupez l’électricité au compteur électrique et
fermez-le à clé afin d’éviter que l’électricité ne
soit retranchée accidentellement. Quand le
tableau de contrôle ne peut pas être fermer à
clé, afficher un dispositif d’avertissement bien
en vue, comme une étiquette par exemple placée
sur le tableau électrique.

1. La compacité et l’adaptabilité des ventilateurs
FG permettent une installation facile. Les
ventilateurs sont envoyés complètement
assemblés et peuvent être montés sur N’importe
quel angle. Pour les montages différents veuillez
voir les pages suivantes.

2. Cet appareil contient des parties rotatives, des
mesures de sécurités doivent être observées lors
de l’installation et l’entretien.

3. PRECAUTION: A utiliser strictement pour une
ventilation normale. A NE PAS UTILISER POUR
évacuer des vapeurs de matériaux dangereux ou
explosifs.

4. Retirer l’appareil de son emballage et
inspectez-le dans les 15 jours qui suivent sa
réception. S’il est endommagé, rapporter les
dommages à l’envoyeur. Ne Pas utilisez cet
appareil avec un dommage apparent sur le
souffleur ou le système de ventilation.

5. PRECAUTION: “Cet appareil a un ventilateur de
projection non protégé. Ne pas l’utiliser dans un
endroit où il peut êtreaccessible aux personnes ou
aux animaux.”

PORTEZ DES GANTS ET ESSAYER D’EVITER LES BORDS
COUPANTS!

6. Un écran de protection doit être installé hors
d’atteinte du per sonnel à 7 feet (2 mètres
environ) de la zone de travail oudans des limites
raisonnables de sécurité.

7. PRECAUTION:
mod

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les fluorescents ne sont pas réglables.

8. Attention: Utilisez seulement les ampoules «tcp
xr3014 b» pour les modÈles fluorescents et les
ampoules «par 16» pour les modèles halogènes.

Les ampoules utilisées dans les

Practical tip

Antes de instalar la unidad, hacerle
mantenimiento o limpiarla, desconecte la
alimentación en el tablero de servicio y cierre
con llave el interruptor del circuito para impedir
la reactivación accidental. De no poder cerrarse
el interruptor con llave, aplíquele al tablero una
etiqueta o dispositivo de advertencia bien
visible.

1. El diseño compacto y adaptable de los
ventiladores de la Serie FG facilita la instalación.
Los ventiladores se despachan totalmente
ensamblados, y se pueden montar a cualquier
ángulo. Vea en la página siguiente los distintos
montajes disponibles.

2. Debido a que esta unidad tiene piezas
rotativas, hay que tomar medidas de precaución a
toda hora durante la instalación, operación y
mantenimiento de la misma.

3. PRECAUCION: “Sólo para Empleo en Ventilación
General. No Usar Como Extractor de Material y
Vapores Peligrosos o Explosivos.”

4. Desempaque la unidad e inspecciónela antes de
los 15 días de recibida. Si presenta daños,
informe al transportista. No opere esta unidad si
presenta daños visibles al conjunto de ventilador o
impulsor.

5. PRECAUCION: “Esta unidad contiene un impulsor
expuesto.No la utilice en sitios de fácil acceso por
personas o animales.”

¡USE PROTECCION PARA LAS MANOS Y CUIDESE DE
CANTOS O BORDES AFILADOS!

6. Hay que instalar rejillas de guarda al alcance
del personal, a menos de (7) pies del sitio de la
obra o donde quiera que hagan falta para
protección.

7. PRECAUCIÓN: La bombilla utilizada en los
modelos fluorescentes no es atenuable.

8. PRECAUCIÓN: Utilice solamente focos
fluorescentes Fantech (modelo PBB14) y focos de
halogeno PAR16 / MR16 GU10 de un max de
50W (modelo PBB50)

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9. VEUILLEZ, lire ce manuel en entier avant de
l’installer.

9. FAVOR leer este manual por completo antes de
proceder a la instalación.

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WARNINGS

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

1. All fans are suitable for use with solid-state
speed control. Three phase units must be wired
through a motor contactor.

2. WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS ­OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
a. Use this unit in the manner intended by the

manufacturer. If you have any questions,
contact your manufacturer’s representative or
contact us directly.

b. CAUTION: Before installation, servicing or

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

c. Installation work and electrical wiring

must be done by qualified person(s) in
accordance with all applicable codes and
standards, including fire-rated construction.

d. 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 Association (NFPA), and the
American Society for Heating, Refrigeration
and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and
the local code authorities.

e. When cutting or drilling into wall and ceiling,

do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.

f. Ducted fans must always be vented to the

outdoors.

g. 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.

h. NEVER place a switch where it can be

reached from a tub or shower.

3. WARNING! Check voltage at the fan to see if it
corresponds to the motor name plate.

ADVERTISSEMENTS

NE PAS BRANCHER l’électricité jusqu’à ce que le
ventilateur soit complètement installé. Veillez à ce
que le tableau électrique du ventilateur soit
verrouillé (“OFF”).

1. Tous les ventilateurs sont faits pour être
utilisés avec une commande de vitesse. Les
appareils avec trois vitesses doivent être reliés à
un interrupteur et un disjoncteur.

2. AVERTISSEMENTS POUR RÉDUIRE LES
RISQUES D’INCENDIE, DE DECHARGE
ELECTRIQUE OU RISQUE DE BLESSURES. SUIVEZ
LES CONSEILS SUIVANTS:
a. Cet appareil ne doit pas être utilisé pour une

autre fonction que celle prévue par son
fabricant. Si vous avez des questions,
contactez les représentants de vos fabricants
ou contactez-nous directement.

b. ATTENTION: Avant l’installation, le service

ou le nettoyage de l’appareil, fermer l’électri­cité et fermer à clé le compteur électrique afin
d’éviter que l’électricité ne soit retranchée
accidentellement. Si le compteur ne peut pas
être fermé à clé, attachez au compteur un
dispositif de sécurité comme par exemple une

étiquette.
c. L’installation de l’électricité doit être faite
par une personne qualifiée en accord avec
les codes applicables et les règles pour la
construction anti-feu.
d. La circulation de l’air est nécessaire pour

une bonne combustion et pour l’aspiration des

gazs dans la cheminée afin d’éviter des

refoulements. Suivez le guide de chauffage du

fabriquant ainsi que les règles de sécurités

comme celles qui sont éditées par l’Associa-

tion Nationale des Sapeurs Pompiers (NFPA) et

l ‘Association américaine des Ingénieurs pour le

chauffage et l’air conditionné (ASHRAE) ainsi

que celles des autorités locales.
e. Lorsque vous coupez ou percez le mur et le

plafond faites attention de ne pas endommager

les câbles électriques des autres appareils

utilitaires.
f. Le ventilateur caréné doit toujours être

branché sur l’extérieur.
g. Si l’appareil doit être installé au-dessus

d’une baignoire ou d’une douche, il doit être

signalé comme tel pour son utilisation et

l’installation d’une prise de terre est

nécessaire.
h. NE JAMAIS placer près de la baignoire ou

de la douche un interrupteur à porté de la

main.

ADVERTENCIAS

NO CONECTE LA ALIMENTACION hasta tanto el
ventilador quede completamente instalado.
Cerciórese de que el servicio eléctrico al
ventilador quede asegurado en la posición “OFF”
(desactivado).

1. Todos los ventiladores vienen preparados para
controlarse mediante controles de estado sólido.
Las unidades trifásicas tienen que cablearse a
través de un contactor de motores.

2. ADVERTENCIA: PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE
INCENDIO, CONMOCION ELECTRICA O LESIONES
A PERSONAS, OBSERVE LO SIGUIENTE:
a. Sólo utilice esta unidad de la manera

dispuesta por el fabricante. Si tiene cualquier
pregunta, diríjase al representante del
fabricante, o bien a nosotros directamente.

b. PRECAUCION: Antes de la instalación,

mantenimiento o limpieza de la unidad,
desconecte la alimentación en el tablero de
servicio y cierre con llave el interruptor del
circuito para impedir la reactivación accidental.
De no poder cerrarse el interruptor con llave,
aplíquele al tablero una etiqueta o dispositivo
de advertencia bien visible.

c. Los trabajos de instalación y cableado

eléctrico tienen que ser realizados por personal
calificado conforme todos los códigos y normas
del caso, incluso el código de incendio en la
construcción.

d. La debida combustión y extracción de gases

a través de la chimenea de equipos
quemadores de combustibles, requiere de una
cantidad adecuada de aire que impida el
contratiro. Siga las pautas y normas de
seguridad del fabricante, tales como publica la
National Fire Association (NFPA) (Asociación
Nacional de Incendios) y la American Society
for Heating Refrigeration and Air-conditioning
Engineers (ASHRAE), así como las de las
autoridades locales del código.

e. Al cortar o perforar paredes y cielos rasos,

tenga cuidado de no dañar el cableado eléctrico
u otros servicios públicos ocultos.

f. Los ventiladores montados en conductos

siempre deben contar con respiraderos al
exterior.

g. Si esta unidad ha de instalarse por encima

de una bañera o ducha, tiene que venir
marcada como tal par dicha aplicación y
conectarse a un circuito protector interruptor
de circuitos de tierra falla.

h. JAMAS coloque un interruptor al alcance de

una bañera o ducha.

3. ATTENTION : Vérifier le voltage afin de voir s’il
correspond à celui indiqué sur la plaque du
moteur.

3. ¡ADVERTENCIA! Revise el voltaje entrante al
ventilador para constatar que corresponda al que
indica la placa de fábrica.

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Planning Your Fan Location

As with any exhaust system, your exhaust fan should be located a minimum
of 6 feet horizontally and 8 feet vertically from any fresh air intakes to
prevent re-entrainment of exhaust air streams. For example HVAC systems,
heat recovery systems, and windows would all be considered fresh air
intakes.

When planning your fan placement keep in mind that you will need to
be able to run your duct work from the exterior fan to the bathroom inlet.
Considering access for the duct run before hand will make installation easier.

Installating Exterior Wall Fan

1. Once you have chosen the location where you wish to mount the fan, cut
a 4 3/8" diameter hole in the exterior of the wall. Prepare a piece of rigid
duct (purchase separately) approximately 2" longer than the wall thickness.
This will be used as a collar extension placed through the wall.

2. Take off the fan discharge cover by removing the four screws. Center the
fan in the hole that was cut into the wall. Mark the locations of the mounting
holes and electrical knockout. Drill a hole for the electrical that is 1/8" larger
than the conduit being used. A 1" electrical service opening is provided on
the fan backplate .

NOTE: When mounting the fan to a masonry wall, drill 7/32" holes for the
four anchors and mounting screws (provided). Anchors should be flush with
the edge of the holes. For mounting to wood surfaces use wood screws
(purchased separately).

3. Bring your electrical supply through the wall. Attach the fan collar to the
extension collar using duct tape. Be sure this connection is as airtight as
possible to prevent leakage. Apply polyurethane caulk to the exterior of fan
housing backplate, leaving bottom uncaulked for drainage. This will ensure an
airtight/waterproof connection between the fan and wall.

NOTE: If installing on lapped siding it may be necessary to use a mounting
frame made from 1x1 board to insure a flush fit.

4. Mount the fan to the wall. Replace the
discharge cover. Connect your ducting to the
extension collar using plastic ties or duct tape
(purchased separately).

Electrical Connection

1. Remove the screws securing the terminal box cover located on the fan
motor mounting bracket. All fan motor and capacitor connections are pre­wired to an electrical terminal strip. A 3/8" romex type cable restraint
connector 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 electrical service opening. 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” to the ground connection on the terminal block.

3. Secure the romex connector. Secure the incoming supply with the romex
connector. Place the capacitor back into the terminal box. Replace the fan
terminal box cover. All fan motor and capacitor connections have been pre­wired from the factory. No additional fan wiring is necessary.

Wiring Diagrams

Capacitor

Ground

115V
Supply

115V

Supply

Motor
Leads

Brown

Black

Blue

Green/Yellow

Capacitor

FINAL INSTALLATION NOTE: If fan location is
not protected by an eve, a standard flashing
should be installed. Seal against the wall and
upper edge of the fan discharge cover to
prevent rain water from entering fan housing.

Fantech recommends insulated flexible duct for
all bathroom exhaust applications.

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 recommended between
the fan and any inlet grille. Duct should be stretched as tight and straight as
possible. Failure to do so could result in dramatic loss of system
performance. Connect flex duct to the fan with plastic zip ties or duct tape.
Connections should be airtight as possible for maximize performance.

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Ground

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 are sealed and provided with an internal lubricating
material, no additional lubrication is necessary.

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Installation of Ceiling Grille Housing With
or Without Light

1. Plan Location of Inlet Grilles

Based on the bathroom layout and fixtures, plan the location of the ceiling
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 correct positioning of the unit once drywall is installed (Figure 1).

OR

Use the hanger bars to suspend the housing between ceiling joists. For
correct positioning, hanger bars should be positioned 3/16" up from the
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 5/8" the locator tabs may
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 DRYWALL IS IN PLACE.
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 5) and following local or
National Electrical Codes. Replace the electrical cover.

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. Secure duct in place and seal. 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 inserting it into the socket in the grille housing.
Install the grille by pushing it firmly into the steel collar until it is shouldered
by the ceiling drywall (Figure 3).

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

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"

15

/32"

duct:

Figure 3

Grille

Fluorescent
lamp

Figure 5

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

Figure 4

Shield

Screw

Socket

Ring 2

Gasket

Ring 1

Electrical

Additional steps required when installing a fluorescent model over a tub or
shower (Figure 4)

1. Place ring 1 on on socket legs first.

2. Screw metal shield in place over socket.

3. Add rubber gasket

4. Secure ring 2 to socket. Click indicates a secure installation.

* For most efficient operation wye adapter should be positioned

the equivalent of three duct diameters away from the fan inlet.

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