BFL50UQ, BFL60UQ,
BFL70, BFL85
e
Bath Fan
Item Stock Number(s): BFL50UQ, BFL60UQ, BFL70, BFL85
with
Light User’s Guide
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS -
a
OPERATING MANUAL
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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
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE!
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
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 fire-related construction.
5. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and
exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of
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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.
venturi. Keep the venturi assembly and the grill in
the carton until needed so they do not get damaged
or lost.
Screw
Figure 1
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:
AT SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF
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 with Light Lens
4 - Mounting Rails
1 - Damper Assembly (attached)
1 - Instruction/Safety Sheet
2. Remove the fan’s venturi assembly, which is secured
in place with one screw through the venturi (Figure
1). This is a captive screw and will stay installed in
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. This fan will require at least 6"
of clearance in the ceiling or wall, and will mount
through drywall up to 3/4" thick. The fan can be
mounted directly to the joist using the mounting tabs
on the side of the housing or between 16" on center
joists using the 4 provided
mounting rails.
4. Select the most convenient
electrical knockout and
remove using a straight-blade
screw driver (Figure 2).
SECTION 2
New Construction
1. Mounting Rail Installation: Install the rails on the
housing and position the housing next to the joist.
Using the gauge on the fan’s housing, 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 3).
Figure 2
Housing
Joist
Figure 3
Mounting Rails
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2. Mounting Tab Installation: Using the gauge on the
fan’s housing, line up housing so that it will be flush
with the finished ceiling. Position the fan so that the
tabs rest flat against the joist and secure with four nails
(not provided) to ensure proper installation (Figure 4).
"
5/8
"
1/2
"
3/8
"
1/4
Figure 6
SECTION 4
Ducting
Figure 4
SECTION 3
Existing Construction
1. Mounting Rail Installation: Set housing in position
between the joist and trace an outline onto the ceiling
material (Figure 5). Set housing aside and cut
opening, being careful not to cut or damage any
electrical or other hidden utilities. Install the 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 3).
CAUTION: ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH
LOCAL AND NATIONAL BUILDING CODES.
1. Connect the ducting to the fan’s duct collar (Figure
7). Secure in place using tape or screw clamp. Always
duct the fan to the outside through a wall or roof cap.
Figure 7
NOTE: If damper detaches from unit, reattach by
snapping the collar back onto the unit. It is designed to
only fit one way.
SECTION 5
Wiring
Figure 5
2. Mounting Tab Installation: Position housing against
the joist and trace an outline of the housing onto the
ceiling material (Figure 6). Set housing aside and
cut opening, being careful not to cut or damage any
electrical or other hidden utilities. Place housing
next to the joist and insure that it is flush with the
finished ceiling. Secure with four nails (not provided)
to ensure proper installation (Figure 4).
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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.
1. Wiring Fan/Light Independently: Run wiring from an
approved wall switch carrying the appropriate rating.
One neutral (white), one ground (green or bare
copper), and two 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.
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