Fig. B

WARNING

Canada only: Not to be installed in a ceiling thermally insulated to a value greater than R40.

Do not disassemble the unit for reconstruction. It may cause fire or electric shock.

When this product is no longer being operated, please remove the product to prevent the possibility of falling.

Ceiling joist must be subjected to static load more than five times the weight of the product.

Do not install with a method which is not approved in the instructions.

Do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device. Solid state controls may cause harmonic distortion which can cause motor humming noise.

This product must be properly grounded.

CAUTION

Do not install this ventilating fan where interior room temperature may exceed 104°F(40°C).

Make sure that the electric service supply voltage is AC 120V, 60Hz.

Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well as the National

Electrical Code (NEC) and the Occupation Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

Always disconnect the power source before working on or near the fan, motor or junction box.

Protect the supply wiring from sharp edges, oil, grease, hot surfaces, chemicals or other objects.

Adaptor

Do not kink the supply wiring.

Provide make up air for proper ventilation.

For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

Do not install the unit where ducts are configured as shown in Fig.A.

(Cooking area)

Do not install above or

inside this area

Not for use in cooking area. (Fig.B)

The special-purpose or dedicated parts, such as mounting fixtures, must be used if such parts are provided.

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