Ouellet OHY User Manual

180, 3eAvenue, LʼIslet (Québec) G0R 2C0 CANADA

SURFACE WALL MOUNTING
(WITH OR WITHOUT OHY-CM):

1

2" (305 mm)

R

ecommanded

4

" (102 mm)

M

inimum

Keep a clearance of 1219 mm (48 in) minimum in front

of heater and 25 mm (1 in) to any walls.

SURFACE WALL MOUNTING STEPS:

1. To install the optional cast trim sleeve, refer to instructions
provided with option OHY-CM. Heater may be surface
mounted without the optional cast trim sleeve.
Recommended installation height is 305 mm (12 in) below
heater. Use provided template to locate positioning of the
supply wire.

2. Follow steps #2 to #11 of RECESSED WALL MOUNTING.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

for Bathroom Heater «OHY Series»

INSTALLATION MUST BE ACCOMPLISHED

BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

WARNING

Read Carefully - These instructions contain necessary
information for the proper installation, use and efficient
operation of the heater. Carefully read these instructions
before installation, operation of the heater. Failure to
adhere to the instructions could result in fire, electric
shock, serious personal injury, death or property damage.
Save these instructions and review frequently for continu­ing safe operation and instruction of future users, if nec­essary.

1. Carefully read these instructions before installation.

2. Never paint the heater.

3. Never alter the heater.

4. Never install the heater on a wall covered with vinyl.

5. Do not use outdoors.

6. This heater may become hot when in use. To avoid
burns, do not touch hot surfaces of the heater with
bare skin. Keep all combustible materials away from
top and front of heater: furniture, pillows, bedding,
paper, clothing, bath towel, bath robe, drapes, etc.

7. Heater should not be blocked in any manner.

8. Install heater in position shown in installation figures
of these instructions.

9. Allow 102 mm (4 in.) minimum clearance below heater.

10.Allow 25 mm (1 in.) minimum clearance between sides
of heater and any adjacent walls.

11. Allow 1219 mm (48 in.) minimum in front of heater.

12.We recommend to keep a distance of 1004 mm
(39

1/2 in.) minimum from a bathtub according to local

and national codes.

ATTENTION

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

14.Use intended holes in enclosure to secure heater
in place as specified in these instructions.

15.To avoid electric shock disconnect all power to heater
at the main service panel before installation, wiring
or servicing and replace front cover of heater before
putting the power back.

16.Use power supply wire suitable for at least 90 °C
(194 °F).

17.All wiring must be done in accordance with the
national and local electrical codes and the heater must
be grounded.

18.A incorrectly installed heater may be permanently
damaged and present a risk of fire or electric shock.
Required minimal clearances must be observed along
with theses instructions. Heater must be tightly fixed to
the buildingʼs framing.

19.Do not install heater in vapor or shower bathrooms nor
in places where it will be exposed to a high level of
humidity or vapor for a long period.

20.Make sure applied voltage is suitable for rating
of heater.

21.Dot not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
ventilation opening as this may cause electric shock,
short circuit, fire or damage to heater.

22.Do not block air inlet or outlet in any manner.

23.Use heater only as described in the USER GUIDE
provided with these instructions. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire,
electric shock or injury to persons.

24.Refer to the USER GUIDE for servicing
and troubleshooting tips on this heater.

25.AMERICAN VERSION ONLY: This heater includes
a visual alarm (red light) to warn parts of the heater
are getting excessively hot. If the light turns on
immediately turn the heater off and inspect for any
objects on or adjacent to the heater that may cause
high temperatures. If nothing seems to obstruct air
inlet, have heater inspected by a qualified person. DO
NOT OPERATE THE HEATER WITH THE ALARM
LIGHT ON.

WARRANTY

Ouellet Canada Inc. warrants the electric heating element of the OHY Series
for a five (5) year period and the component parts against defects in material
and workmanship for a two (2) year period following the date of purchase,
under normal use and service, when proof of purchase of such is provided to
the manufacturer. The obligation of Ouellet Canada Inc., under the terms of
this warranty, will be to supply a new unit and this omits the manufacturer to
bear the installation costs or other secondary charges linked to replacing the
unit or the component part(s).

Pat. No. Des. D571,906 S

RECESSED WALL MOUNTING:

Keep a clearance of 1219 mm (48 in.) minimum in front

of heater and 25 mm (1 in.) to any walls.

RECESSED WALL MOUNTING STEPS:

1. Make a hole within the wall at least 70 mm (2 3/4 in.) of depth.
Recommended installation height is 305 mm (12 in.) below heater.
The hole must be 473 mm (18 5/8 in.) by 340 mm (13 3/8 in.);
use the template provided with the heater. CAUTION: HOLE
MUST BE CUT PRECISELY.

2. Remove front cover by unscrewing both screws at the bottom.

3. Remove the junction box cover by unscrewing the screw. Note
the plastic connector secured inside the junction box will be
connected outside the box once the heater is fully installed.
This connector links the enclosure with the display located on
the front cover.

4. Remove the inside module to which the fan is fixed
by loosening the four (4) RED screws.

9. Replace junction box cover and remove the front cover
from its protective bag.

10. Fix the plastic connector on the outlet located in the top
of the front cover.

11. Put front cover back making sure the cable linking the cover
with the heater does not get stuck. Test the heater to insure
control works properly.

1

2" (305 mm)

R

ecommended

4

" (102 mm)

M

inimum

2 3/4" (70 mm)

KOE Ø7/8”

P2/N

P1

L2/N

L1

Option

Disconnect

Load 2

FAN2

COM

LOAD1

LOAD2

FAN1

Hi-Limit

Power Base

P2/N

P1

250 °F
121 °C

Load 2 = 1000W (240V), 500W (120V)

Load 1 = 1000W (240V), 1000W (120V)

OHYU only

OHY1502/2000

OHYU1502/2000

M

Load 1

5. Use the appropriate knock-out hole (KOE 7/8 in.) within the
junction box as well as the 6.35 mm (1/4 in.) knock-outs (item A
in the figure) located on each side of enclosure that will be used
to fix it to the wall. Run the power cable inside the enclosure.

6. Fix the enclosure by using the 6.35 mm (1/4 in.) knock-outs or
the holes on the back (indicated as item B in the figure) to firmly
fix the heater with provided screws (two additional longer screws
are provided to help in case of larger framing). DO NOT FIX THE
HEATER WITH THE HOLES MENTIONNED IN STEP #4 USED
TO SCREW THE INSIDE MODULE; THIS MAY CAUSE THE
HEATER TO MALFUNCTION.

7. Put inside module back and tighten the four (4) RED screws.

8. Wire the heater according to national and local codes and along
instructions marked on heater.

B

B

C

A

C

A

Keep this instruction pamphlet for the user.

INS101-200702-01