INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

SECTION 1

Preparing for Fan Installation

1.When selecting fan mounting location, the following criteria should be considered:

a)Mounting to minimize noise generated by fan operation: Mounting the fan as far as possible from the intake point will minimize fan operating noise from being transmitted back through the duct work. If the fan is to be used as a booster for moving the air between two rooms, a central point along the duct may be optimal. Insulated flexible type duct work (recommended for all bathroom exhaust applications) will result in much quieter operation. It is recommended that a minimum 8' of insulated flexible ducting be used between any exhaust grill and fan for low noise level.

b)Service accessibility: Fan location should allow sufficient access for service.

SECTION 2

Installing the Fan

1.Using the 1" wood screws provided, attach the fan mounting bracket to a support beam at the selected location (Figure 1).

Vertical Mounting

Horizontal Mounting

 

Bracket

Bracket

or

Stud

 

Figure 1

Joist

NOTE: Fan mounting can be at any point along the duct and in any angle, however, vertical mounting is recommended to reduce condensation buildup in the fan. If a horizontal installation is necessary and condensation buildup may pose a problem, wrap insulation around the fan to minimize buildup.

2.Attach fan to the mounting bracket with the three 7/16" sheet metal screws provided, making sure the wiring box is positioned for easy access (Figure 2).

Fan

Stud

Screws

Figure 2

Bracket

 

NOTE: Bracket is provided with rubber vibration isolation grommets to prevent the transmission of sound through the structure. Be careful not to over tighten. Also, care should be taken not to strip the plastic housing. Screws are self tapping and do not require pilot holes. Pilot holes no larger than 1/16" can be used to ease the installation however.

SECTION 3

Preparing for Ceiling Housing Installation

1.Choose a location for the inlet grill that will not interfere with a ceiling joist. The grill housing can be mounted directly to the joist through the keyholes on the side of the housing or between 16" on center joists using the provided mounting rails.

2.Remove the electrical knockout cover or one of the other electrical knockouts on the grill housing, using a straight- blade screw driver (Figure 3).

Optional Knockouts

Knockout Cover

Figure 3

SECTION 4

New Construction

1.Mounting Rail Installation: Install the rails through the grill housing and position next to the joist. Using the locator tabs on the housing, line up tabs so that they are flush with the bottom of the joist. Secure the ends of the rails with the provided 1" screws to the joists and slide the housing into the final position (Figure 4).

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AIG46F, AIK26YL, AIG46HL, AIK26YF, AIK14XF specifications

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