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Easy Mount Bath Fan User’s Guide
Item Stock Number(s): BF50EM, BF100EM, BF120EM, BF125EM, BF145EM
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS -
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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.
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE!
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
4. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified
person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and
standards, including fire-related construction.
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
(Continued)
SECTION 2
New Construction
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.
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
CAUTION:
PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE
SECTION 1
Preparing the Exhaust Fan
1. Using the gauge on the mounting bracket, line up the bracket on
the joist so the bottom of the fan will be flush with the finished
ceiling. Nail or screw the bracket in place securely (Figure 3).
"
3/4
"
1/2
Figure 3
2. Snap the fan body into the bracket (Figure 4). The fan can be
snapped into position with the duct collar facing to the left or the
right depending which is most convenient.
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)
1 - Mounting Bracket
1 - Hardware Bag
1 - Electrical Connector
1 - Instruction/Safety Sheet
2. Remove the wire compartment cover and store in the carton until
needed so it does not get damaged or lost (Figure 1).
3 - Wire Nuts
Figure 1
3. 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.
4. Select the most convenient electrical
knockout and remove using a straightblade screw driver (Figure 2).
Figure 2
Figure 4
SECTION 3
Existing Construction
1. Position housing against the joist or stud and trace an outline of
the housing onto the ceiling/wall material. Set housing aside and
cut opening, being careful not to cut or damage any electrical or
other hidden utilities (Figure 5).
Figure 5
2. Line up the bracket on the joist so the bottom of the fan will be
flush with the finished ceiling. Nail or screw the snap-in bracket
in place securely (Figure 3).
3. Snap the fan body into the bracket (Figure 4). The fan can be
snapped into position with the duct collar facing to the left or the
right depending which is most convenient.
SECTION 4
Ducting
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