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MODEL 898L
VENTILATOR
GENERAL
Model 898L gives automatic through-the-wall ventilation. It allows placement of the ventilator over the
kitchen range and is operated by a wall switch away from the cooking area. Care must be taken at all times
in handling the motor blade assembly, so as to avoid bending the blades.
Model 898L is used for installation in frame houses.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK
OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Do not use this fan with any Solid-State speed control
device.
2.
Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer
.
If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.
3. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at
service panel and lock service panel to prevent power from
being switched on accidentally.
4. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by
qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including fire-rated construction.
5. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent back drafting. Following 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.
6. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage
electrical wiring or other hidden utilities.
7. CAUTION: For General Ventilating Use Only! Do not use to
exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
8. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire and to properly
exhaust air, be sure to duct air outside. DONOT vent
exhaust air into spaces within walls, ceilings, attics,
crawl spaces or garages. DO NOT install sleeve or duct
in a fire rated wall.
Dimensions
1”
12”
4”
9”
10
5
⁄8”
9
7
⁄8”
11
1
⁄4”
Fig. 1
TOOLS
Installation of your Marley product is easy. No special technical
knowledge is needed. Only a few ordinary tools are required:
Screwdriver
Hammer
Saber saw, Keyhole saw, or Jig saw
Electric drill with bit
Wire cutters
Wire stripper
Wire nuts and general electrical supplies
Safety glasses
Ruler and straight edge
All hand tools should be insulated. Power tools should display the
UL Listed Mark.
NEW HOME INSTALLATION
1. Cut round or square hole in sheathing at desired loca-
tion in wall. Round holes should be 91⁄8” in diameter.
Square holes should be 91⁄8” on a side. (See Figure 2.)
2. Install door and outside sleeve assembly from outside.
Caulk and level assembly before nailing door frame
tight.
Remove tape, permitting damper door to open. House
insulation can be worked around sleeve. (See Figure 3.)
3. Working from inside the house, slide inside sleeve into
place temporarily. Determine whether to remove one or
both knockouts from outside sleeve, permitting outlet
box to drop through. Remove knockouts from outside
sleeve. (See Figure 4.)
4. Slide inside sleeve into place again, and pull power
cable through outlet box opening. This will determine
length of power cable to ventilator. Power line should be
run to switch box holding toggle switch or optional timer.
Attach cable to outlet box, using an approved connector,
and splice cable to receptacle leads in outlet box cover.
Ground wire may be attached to grounding bolt in outlet
box. (See Wiring Diagram, Figure 5.)
5. Adjust inside sleeves so that flange will be flush with fin-
ished wall. Using metal screws, fasten inside housing to
outside housing. Screws are supplied with ventilator.
6. Push outlet box and outlet cover into place and fasten
with screws.
7. Install motor blade assembly. Engage keyhole slots
over screws in ventilator, twist and tighten, making sure
that blade is centered in sleeve. Be sure power is OFF,
then insert plug into receptacle.
8.
Attach grille with knob.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
1”
MIN.
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