NuTone 8833, 8832WH, 8832SA User Manual

Bathroom Ventilator

MODELS: 8832WH, 8832SA & 8833

FIGURE 1

ADJUSTABLE
ELBOW

• Do not mount over tub or in shower stall enclosure.

• Not for use in kitchens.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE. ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR

INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

A. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.

If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.

B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock

service panel 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.

CAUTION:

For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or

explosive materials and vapors.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR

INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by

qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including fire-rated construction.

B. 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.

C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage

electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
E. If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it must

be marked as appropriate for the application.
F. NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from

a tub or shower.

G.

Do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.

FOR BEST RESULTS

When installing the ventilator in a new construction site, install
the housing during the rough-in construction of the house. Blower
and grille should be installed after finished ceiling is in place.

To install the ventilator in an existing house requires accessible
area above the proposed installation location (attic or crawl space).
The housing must be installed to a finished ceiling from above.

LOCATION

The ventilator is intended for installation in bathroom or laundry.

CAUTION: Do not install the unit over a tub or in a shower
stall enclosure.

ROOF
CAP

WALL
CAP

IN CEILING

TRANSITION
FURNISHED
WITH WALL CAP

3"
ROUND
DUCT

FIGURE 2

ADJUSTABLE
ELBOW

ROOF
CAP

WALL
CAP

IN WALL

TRANSITION
FURNISHED
WITH WALL CAP

3"
ROUND
DUCT

FIGURE 3

STANDARD
WALL
SWITCH

GREEN

GROUND

SCREW

SWITCH
BOX

JUNCTION

BOX

EARTH
GROUND

120vAC, 60Hz

HOUSE POWER

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

READ & SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

INSTALLATION IN A NEW
CONSTRUCTION SITE

1. Remove the blower unit from the housing by unplugging it then loosening

the three mounting screws and rotating the unit to free it from the screws.

2. Loosely attach housing to ceiling joists through keyhole slots
in mounting brackets. Keyhole slots in brackets are provided
to allow for adjustment to various ceiling thicknesses. Adjust
housing so bottom is flush to proposed finished plaster line,
then securely fasten housing to joists.

FIGURE 4

BLOWER

MOUNTING
STUD

MOUNTING
SCREWS (3)

Product specifications subject to change without notice. 4820 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45227

Printed in U.S.A., Rev. 01/2004, Part No. 84762

INSTALLATION IN A NEW
CONSTRUCTION SITE (continued)

3. Snap duct adapter over flanges on housing. Run 3" round
duct from housing to wall or roof cap.

Refer to Figures Figures 1 and 2.

IMPORTANT: Be sure nothing obstructs the discharge

of the fan. Take precautions to assure that insulation
does not get into ductwork or fan discharge opening.

4. Refer to Figure 3. Run 120vAC, 60Hz power wiring from
wall switch to ventilator housing. Remove the housing
junction box cover and connect wires from wall switch to
receptacle wires, using wire connectors - white to white,
black to black. Use a box connector on junction box.
Connect earth ground to green screw in junction box.
Replace junction box cover.

CAUTION: Be sure all wiring complies with local

electrical codes and housing is properly grounded.

5. Refer to Figure 4. Insert blower unit into housing, with stud
on mounting bracket on the side near the receptacle. Turn
bracket clockwise to lock blower into position, then tighten
the three screws. Plug in motor.

6. MODEL 8832NA: Compress spring clips on grille and isert
into slots provided in housing. Push grille up flush to ceiling.
MODEL 8833NA: Place hole in center of grille bezel over
stud on motor plate and fasten with nut provided. Snap
grille panel over the four (4) spring clips on grille bezel.

INSTALLATION IN EXISTING
CONSTRUCTION

To install the ventilator in an existing home requires

accessible area above the proposed installation location (attic

or crawl space). Because of the size and shape of the
ventilator housing it must be installed to a finished ceiling from
above.

Installation Hints

1. Review the section: INSTALLATION IN NEW
CONSTRUCTION SITE and follow all instructions where
applicable for your installation.

2. Refer to Figures 1 and 2 for duct work and Figure 3 for
wiring.

3. Drill small hole in ceiling in proposed location, then locate
this hole in attic or crawl space).

4. In attic, position housing over drilled hole and against ceiling
joist, being sure to have duct collar in the direction of the
ductwork. Mark ceiling for cutout by using housing as a
template - mark along the plaster flange. make cutout on
this outline.

5. Connect wires to receptacle wires in housing before
mounting.

6. Mount housing to ceiling joist.

One Year Limited Warranty

WARRANTY OWNER: NuTone warrants to the original consumer purchaser of its products that such products will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period
of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED

WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
During this one year period, NuTone will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge, any product or part which is found to be defective under normal use and service.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO FLUORESCENT LAMP STARTERS OR TUBES, FILTERS, DUCT, ROOF CAPS, WALL CAPS AND OTHER ACCESSORIES
FOR DUCTING. This warranty does not cover (a) normal maintenance and service or (b) any products or parts which have been subject to misuse, negligence, accident,
improper maintenance or repair (other than by NuTone), faulty installation or installation contrary to recommended installation instructions.

The duration of any implied warranty is limited to the one year period as specified for the express warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

NUTONE’S OBLIGATION TO REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT NUTONE’S OPTION, SHALL BE THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS
WARRANTY. NUTONE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH
PRODUCT USE OR PERFORMANCE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may

not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. This warranty supersedes all prior warranties.

WARRANTY SERVICE: To qualify for warranty service, you must (a) notify NuTone at the address stated below or telephone [phone], (b) give the model
number and part identification and (c) describe the nature of any defect in the product or part. At the time of requesting warranty service, you must present
evidence of the original purchase date.

Date of Installation Builder or Installer

Model No. and Product Description

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE:

For the location of your nearest NuTone Independent Authorized Service Center:

Residents of the contiguous United States Dial Free 1-800-543-8687

Please be prepared to provide:

Product model number • Date and Proof of purchase • The nature of the difficulty

Residents of Alaska or Hawaii should write to: NuTone Inc. Attn: Department of National Field Service, 4820 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati Ohio 45227-1599.
Residents of Canada should write to: Broan-NuTone Canada, 1140 Tristar Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 1H9.

Rev. 03/2001