INSTALLATION
• Not for use in kitchens.
• Wall sleeve assembly is installed during rough-in stage
of construction. Removable outlet box may be wired
at rough-in stage and may be mounted behind plaster
or drywall. Includes three (3) wiring knockouts.
• Motor and blade assembly installs quickly over screws
mounted on sleeve. Spring-operated aluminum backdraft
damper opens automatically when fan is turned on; closes
quietly when unit is turned off. Grille installs with thumbscrew
provided.
• Features weather seal when fan is not operating. Timer
switch sold separately.
• Installation instructions included with each unit.
CERTIFIED TEST DATA
HVI-2100 CERTIFIED RATINGS comply with new
testing technologies and procedures prescribed by the
Home Ventilating Institute, for off-the-shelf products, as
they are available to consumers. Product performance is
rated at 0.1 in. static pressure, based on tests conducted in
AMCA's state-of-the-art test laboratory. Sones are a
measure of humanly-perceived loudness, based on
laboratory measurements. This NuTone model is listed by
Underwriters' Laboratories Inc.
Architectural & Engineering Specifications
March 2004
Through-the-Wall
Fan
MODEL: 8870
DESCRIPTION
• For baths up to 75 sq. ft.
• UL listed for use in tub/shower enclosures when used
with GFI branch circuit wiring.
• Telescoping 7" diameter sleeve allows exact fit through
wood or masonry walls from 4" to 9" thick. Required
cutout: 7
1
⁄8" diameter.
• Louvered grille; all-aluminum exterior parts eliminate
maintenance.
• Switch operated: turn fan on and aluminum spring-sealed
damper opens automatically; provides weather seal
when fan is not operating.
• Refer to NuTone's catalog for a complete listing of
accessories to effectively adapt this Fan to your
construction requirements.
DESIGN FEATURES
Air Delivery: 80 CFM.
Sound Level: 6.0 Sones.
Dimensions: Grille: 8
11
⁄16" x 91⁄2".
Outside Sleeve: 6
31
⁄
32
" ID x 5
11
⁄
16
".
Flash Plate: 10" square
Hood Extension: 57⁄16" from wall.
Material & Finish: Grille: White polymeric, pebble-grain
finish.
Inside Sleeve:
Galvanized steel.
Outside Sleeve: Aluminum.
Flash Plate & Hood Assembly:
Aluminum.
Motor: Plug-in, Thermally protected.
Fan Blade: One-piece polymeric, 5-leaf.
Electrical Rating: 120v, 60Hz, 1.5Amp
ARCHITECT'S SPECIFICATIONS
Through-the-Wall Fan shall be NuTone Model
Number 8870 as manufactured by NuTone according to
listed specifications. Unit shall ventilate 80 CFM at .03" S.P.
at a sound level of 6.0 Sones. Unit shall be equipped with
aluminum flash plate and hood and includes adjustable
telescoping 7" diameter wall sleeve.
8870