Hunter Fan 82033, 43044-01 User Manual

Installation Guide

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Energy Star Bath Fan Models 82033

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3 ft. min.
(0.91 m)

Bath Fan

Tub or Shower area

NOTE: This illustration is not
to scale

7 ft. min.
(2.13 m)

WarNING

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

1) Read all instructions before attempting to install or use this appliance. This appliance is for general ventilating
use only. Do not use this appliance for ventilating hazardous or explosive materials. Follow the heating equipment
manufacturer’s guideline and safety standards, such as those published by the National Fire Prevention Association
(NFPA), and the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and the
local code authorities.
by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

2)

Before installing, servicing, or cleaning the unit, disconnect the power by turning off the circuit breakers to the
outlet box and associated wall switch location. If you cannot lock the circuit breakers in the off position, securely
attach a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.

3)

This unit must be grounded.

4)

This appliance is not suitable for tub or shower installation, and must not be installed within a minimum of 3 feet
from the tub or shower opening. See Figure A.

5)

Do not install this appliance lower than 7 feet (2.13 m) above the floor in the ceiling. See Figure A.

Use this appliance only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended

Figure A

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6)

Never place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or shower. Do not install this appliance in a tub or
shower enclosure.

7)

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

8)

When cutting or drilling into wall(s) or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring or other hidden utilities.

9) Do not install this product in a wall. This product is designed for installation in ceilings up to a 12/12
pitch (45 degrees). Ductwork must point upward.

10)

Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors. Keep ducting as short and as straight as possible.

11) Extreme caution is necessary when any is used by or near children or invalids and whenever the is
left operating and unattended.

12) To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy/unbalanced blower wheel, keep drywall spray, construction
dust, etc. off power unit.

13) Read specification label on product for further information and requirements.

14) Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an
electric shock or fire, or damage the unit.

15)

Do not use this appliance with a dimmer switch or a fan speed controller.

16) To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.

17) To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner.

18) 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.

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G

H

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L

M

x2

N

x3

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A

B

C

95044-01-000

98141-01-000

03242-07-133

98142-01-000

x2

D

97134-01-000

74508-03-133

Mounting Rails

Housing

Wiring Cover

Fan Assembly

3/8” Cable Connector

Bezel

Wiring Cover Screw

Check all the parts. If damaged, call

1-888-830-1326 for replacement.

x4

E

Mounting Screws

Fan Mounting Screws

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NOTE:

Strain relief (not supplied) cable

connector must be installed.

Attachment Screws

96934-01-000

J

Strain Relief Bracket

K

Strain Relief Bracket Screw

65827-01-000

74508-53

A

B

Before Installation

Estimated assembly time: 30 to 60 minutes

Included.

Tools Needed. (Not supplied.)

Turn off the power source.

Loosen the fan mounting screws.

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Remove the fan assembly from the housing.

D

E

C

Remove the wiring cover.

Loosen the wiring cover screw.

Choose Installation Option

For New Construction - attaching to joist, go to step A1, page 5.
For New Construction - suspended between, joists go to step B1, page 7.
For Existing Construction - accessible from above, go to step C1, page 9.

For Existing Construction - accessible only from below, go to step D1, page 12.

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A1

Section A - New Construction - attaching to joist

5/8
1/2

5/8
1/2

A2

A5

A3

3”

A4

OR

Pop out a wiring access slug.

joist based upon the the thickness of your sheetrock.

Run the power supply wire through the strain relief, leaving
3” between the end of the wire and the strain relief. Tighten

the strain relief around the wire.

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Drive mounting screws (supplied) into joist or framing.Position the correct depth mark at the bottom edge of the

Install the wiring and the strain relief into the wiring access

hole you made earlier.

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A6

Connect 6” duct and vent to the outside. Use duct tape to

B1

5/8
1/2

5/8
1/2

B3

B2

secure joints. If ducting does not fit securely, an adapter

may need to be purchased.

Section B - New Construction – suspended between joists

OR

Pop out a wiring access slug.

Slide the mounting rails into brackets. Note the orientation

of of the outer ends of the rails.

Position the correct depth mark at the bottom edge of the

joist based upon the the thickness of your sheetrock.

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Mark position of screws by using holes as a template.

B4

1/16” bit

B5

B6

B7

B8

3”

B9

Drill a pilot hole at the TOP of each outline.

Insert mounting screws, leaving space between the screw

head and the joist. (Screws are supplied.)

Tighten screws.

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Attach the rails onto the screws.

Run the power supply wire through the strain relief, leaving
3” between the end of the wire and the strain relief. Tighten

the strain relief around the wire.

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B10

Install the wiring and the strain relief into the wiring access

B11

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NO EXISTING FAN

hole you made earlier.

Connect 6” duct and vent to the outside. Use duct tape to

secure joints. If ducting does not fit securely, an adapter

may need to be purchased.

Section C - Existing Construction – accessible from above

Remove an existing fan and check to make sure the opening

is large enough to accommodate the new fan housing. The

opening needs to be 11” x 9 5/8”.

OR

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C3

5/8
1/2

5/8
1/2

C4

Pop out a wiring access slug.

C6

C5

C2

OR

Slide the mounting rails into brackets.

Mark position of screws by using holes as a template.

Using the depth markings on the housing, position the

bottom edge of the housing so that it will be flush with the

sheetrock.

Drill a pilot hole at the TOP of each outline, AS SHOWN.

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C7

Insert mounting screws, leaving space between the screw

C8

C9

3”

C10

C11

C12

head and the joist. (Screws are supplied.)

Attach the rails onto the screws.

Tighten screws.

Install the wiring and the strain relief into the wiring access

hole you made earlier.

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Run the power supply wire through the strain relief, leaving

3” between the end of the wire and the strain relief. Tighten

the strain relief around the wire.

Connect 6” duct and vent to the outside. Use duct tape to

secure joints. If ducting does not fit securely, an adapter

may need to be purchased.

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