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Ultra Quiet Bath Fan User s Guide
Item Stock Number(s): BF50UQ, BF80UQ, BF80S, BF100UQ, BF100S,
BF110S, BF110UQ, BF125UQ, BF130UQ, BF135UQ
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS -
a
OPERATING MANUAL
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO ASSEMBLE, INSTALL, OPERATE OR MAINTAIN THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS BY OBSERVING ALL SAFETY INFORMATION. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH
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:
1. Read all instructions before installing or using exhaust fan.
2. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have
questions, contact the manufacturer.
3. 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.
4. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s)
in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including firerelated construction.
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE!
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
5. 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.
CAUTION: FOR GENERAL VENTILATING USE ONLY. DO NOT USE
TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS AND VAPORS.
6. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical
wiring and other hidden utilities.
7. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
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8. This unit must be grounded.
9. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced impellers,
keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT USE THIS FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.
10. Acceptable for use over a bathtub or shower when installed in a GFCI
protected branch circuit.
11. NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or shower.
WARNING: DO NOT USE IN KITCHENS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
careful not to cut or damage any electrical or other hidden utilities. Install
the side 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).
Joist
Figure 3
CAUTION:
PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE
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 - 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 straightblade screw driver (Figure 1).
SECTION 2
New Construction
1. Install the side 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).
Housing
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
ACCORDANCE 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.
1a. External Wire Compartment: Remove the wire compartment cover screw
and place cover in a secure place (Figure 5).
Joist
Figure 2
Hanger Bar
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
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Screw
Wire
Compartment
Cover
Figure 5
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1b. Internal Wire Compartment: Remove the screw holding the venturi in
place. Lift the venturi up and at an angle to slide it out of the housing
(Figure 6). Remove the wire compartment cover screw and place the
cover in a secure place (Figure 7).
Plug
Venturi
Screw
Figure 6
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
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).
Step 1b
in Section 5
NOTE: If the fan motor plug
is connected to the fan
housing receptacle, unplug
so the venturi can be
completely removed.
Screw
Compartment
Wire
Cover
Figure 7
2. Run wiring from an approved wall switch carrying the appropriate rating.
One neutral (white), one ground (green or bare copper), and one hot
(black lead connected to the switch). 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 White wire from the fan’s receptacle.
Connect the Black wire from the wall switch to the Black wire from the fan’s
receptacle. Connect the ground wire from the house to the Green wire from
the fan’s receptacle (Figure 8). Use approved methods for all connections.
Supply from
house
Ground
White
Hot (Black)
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 wire back inside wire compartment and replace wire
compartment cover securing with the screw that was removed earlier.
Figure 9
3. 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 10).
Figure 10
4. Restore power and test your installation.
SECTION 7
Use and Care
CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE
PANEL BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.
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
grill.
2. Cleaning the Fan Assembly: Wipe all parts with a dry cloth or gently
vacuum the fan. NEVER IMMERSE ELECTRICAL PARTS IN WATER.
Finishing the Installation
, to reinstall
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.
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
3. Fan is operating louder than normal. 3a. Motor is loose. 3a. Turn off power to unit. Remove grill and check that all screws
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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.
are bird nests in the roof cap or wall cap where the fan
exhausts to the outside.
are fully tightened. Restore power to unit.
3b. Fan blade is hitting housing of unit. 3b. Call your dealer for service.
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WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED?
Full Five Year Parts Warranty from date of original proof of purchase. We will
provide, free of charge, a replacement part that fails due to manufacturing
defect in material or workmanship, when installed and used as directed in
the User’s Guide.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser for products purchased
for ordinary home use.
GE Bath Fan Hot Line
1-800-684-9975
FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
AND / OR QUESTIONS.
This warranty contains the sole and exclusive warranty of GE for claims based on defects in these products. Upon the expiration of the warranty period, all
such liability shall terminate. There are no other warranties, whether written, oral, implied or statutory. NO IMPLIED STATUTORY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY.
IN NO EVENT SHALL GE BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, SUCH AS, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFIT
OR REVENUES, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCTS OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, DAMAGE TO ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, OR COST OF SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS.
IN NO EVENT, SHALL GE’S LIABILITY TO BUYER FROM THE SALE OF THESE PRODUCTS EXCEED THE PRICE OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT SOLD AND ANY SUCH
LIABILITY SHALL TERMINATE UPON THE EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
• Installation services or service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
• Labor costs or the cost of replacement components as part of routine
maintenance.
• Failure or defects in product arising from Improper installation
If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are
responsible for providing adequate electrical, exhausting and other connecting
facilities. See the Installation Instructions provided with this product for
electrical, exhaust and connection details.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
• Failure of the product if it is used for something other than the intended
purpose of manufacturer or used commercially.
• Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods, acts of customer,
or acts of God.
Read your User s Guide. If you have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer.
Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages and some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other
rights which vary from state to state and province to province.
# Qty. Description Replacement Part #
1 1 Fan Housing 5S1202001
2 4 Mounting Rails 5S1299002
3 1 Collar 5S1299003
4 1 Damper 5S1299004
5 1 Motor 5S2202001
6 2 Screw 5S2202002
7 1 Blower Wheel 5S2202003
8 7 Blower Screws 5S2202004
9 1 Motor Plate 5S2202005
10 1 Venturi 5S2202006
11 1 Screw 5S1999009
12 1 Motor Cap Harness
BF50UQ 5S2202031
BF80S, BF100S 5S2202007
BF80UQ, BF100UQ 5S2202008
BF110S 5S2202012
BF110UQ, BF135UQ 5S2202010
BF130UQ 5S2202011
13 1 Screw 5S1999010
14 1 Internal Wire Cover 5S1202004
15 1 Screw 5S1999011
16 1 Grill 5S1202005
17 2 Grill Springs 5S1202006
18 1 #10 Ground Screw 5S1999002
19 1 14 ga Ground Wire 5S1999003
20 1 Screw 5S1999010
21 1 External Wire Cover 5S1202007
20
17
21
16
19
1
18
12
8
9
10
15
14
2
3
4
11
5
13
6
7
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