Greenheck SP-C50 User Manual

MODEL SP-C50

CEILING/W ALL VENTILA TING F AN

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WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO
PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have
questions, contact the manufacturer at the address or telephone number
listed in the warranty.

2. Before servicing or cleaning 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.

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

4. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases
through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent
backdrafting. 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.

INSTALLATION

SCREWDRIVER

SLOT

1. Remove motor plate from housing by pushing down on rib in

plate while pulling out on side of housing. Motor plate may also
be removed by inserting a straight-blade screwdriver into slot
in housing and twisting screwdriver.

WARNING

5. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring
and other hidden utilities.

6. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

7. This unit may be used over a tub or shower enclosure when installed in
a GFCI protected branch circuit.

8. If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it must be marked as
appropriate for the application.

9. Never place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or shower.

CAUTION

1. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or
explosive materials and vapors.

2. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced impel­lers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit.

3. Please read specification label on product for further information and
requirements.

RECEPTACLE

WHITE TO

SWITCH BOX

BLACK

SWITCH OR TIMER

BLACK

120 VAC LINE IN

Push all wiring up into corner of unit and replace wiring cover.
Make sure cover holds housing flap in place against side or
top of housing. CAUTION: DO NOT ALLOW WIRES TO

EXTEND OUTSIDE OF WIRING BOX. Wire left exposed will
become pinched or cut when motor plate is installed.
Electrical shock may result.

WHITE

WHITE TO

WHITE

GROUND

BLACK TO

BLACK

GREEN TO
GREEN OR

BARE WIRE

HOUSING
WIRING
COVER

FLAP

2. Remove wiring cover from housing by pulling straight out. Unit
is shipped ready to wire through the top of housing. To wire
through the side, bend housing flap to cover top hole and
expose side hole. DO NOT BREAK OFF FLAP. If flap breaks,
plug unused hole using standard electrical hole plug.

3. Turn off electrical power at service entrance and connect
power cable to housing using appropriate connector. Wire
black to black, white to white, and green to green or bare wire.

4. Choose the location for your fan. For best performance, use the
shortest possible duct run and a minimum number of elbows.
For wall installations: Position unit so damper flap closes when
unit is off.

. New installation prior to finishing the ceiling or wall:

5

MAKE SURE HOUSING
WILL BE FLUSH WITH FIN-

TABS

ISHED CEILING OR WALL.
Slotted tabs are provided to
locate housing flush with
1/2" ceiling or wall material.
Bend tabs outward 90

0

(use
a screwdriver if desired) and
position housing so that tabs
rest against bottom edge of
joists (or front of stud). Nail

TABS

housing to joist or stud using four nails to ensure a solid, quiet
installation. Ceiling installations: Tabs on opposite side of
housing can be bent

outward to rest on top of 1/2" ceiling material

and provide extra stability.

5.

Replacement installation:

Position housing so that it is
centered in existing opening.
MAKE SURE HOUSING IS
FLUSH WITH FINISHED
CEILING OR WALL. After
making electrical and duct-

➜

➜

➜

work connections (see steps
4, 5 and 6), nail housing in place. Drive nails through the
housing where indicated by arrows.

. New installation in an existing ceiling or wall:

5

From above ceiling or behind wall,
position housing against stud or joist. Trace outline of housing on
ceiling or wall material. Set housing aside and cut opening. Place
housing in opening such that its BOTTOM EDGE IS FLUSH WITH
FINISHED CEILING OR WALL. 1/2" ceiling or wall material: Bend

outward 900 (use a screwdriver if desired) to rest on top of

tabs
ceiling or wall material and provide extra stability. Nail in place
using four nails to ensure a solid, quiet installation.

6. Install 3" round duct onto damper/duct connector. If rigid

ductwork is used, its seam should be positioned at top of
damper/duct connector. Tape the joint and extend ducting to a
wall cap or roof cap. Make sure the damper operates freely.
Ceiling or wall can now be finished.

7. Replace the motor plate removed in Step 1. Insert two motor

plate tabs into slots in housing and then pivot motor plate up
until the third tab on plate snaps into matching slot in housing.
Make sure tabs hold motor plate securely in place. Plug in
motor.

8. Squeeze grille springs together and insert springs into slots in

motor plate. Push grille up against ceiling or wall.

SERVICE PARTS

8

9

7

4

10

3

1

2

KEY PART

NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION

1 97011723 Grille Assembly
2 99140187 Grille Spring (2 Required)
3 99080254 Motor
4 98006791 Motor Plate
5 99110655 Blower Wheel
6 99260428 Nut #6-32 (2 Required)
7 97008632 Damper/Duct Connector
8 99271252 Receptacle
9 98006773 Wiring Cover

10 97008319 Housing Assembly

Always order replacement parts by "PART NUMBER" - not "KEY NO."

6

5

(Includes Key Nos 1 & 2)

Greenheck warrants this equipment to be free
from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one year from the purchase date.

Any units or parts which prove to be defective
during the warranty period will be repaired or
replaced at our option when returned to the
factory, transportation prepaid.

Greenheck Fan Corporation will not be respon­sible for any installation or removal costs.

Greenheck Fan Corporation
P.O. Box 410
Schofield, Wisconsin 54476-0410
[phone]

99041161J

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