American Aldes RDF 8-8IP installation instructions Electrical, Monthly, Annually

FANS MAY BE MOUNTED VERTICALLY OR HORIZONTALLY

depending on local codes. If permitted by code, insulated flexible ducting is recommended for at least several feet on each duct connection, to limit fan noise at the outlet grilles. Ducting should conform to NFPA 90A and meet the requirements of Underwriters Laboratory as a Class O or Class 1 duct to specification UL 181, Standard for Factory-Made Air Ducts and Duct Connectors. Metal ducting must be sealed on both the end joints and longitudinal seams to avoid duct leakage and assure proper airflows at the grilles.

MAINTENANCE

Monthly:

Inspect and clean the exhaust grilles and

anchors are recommended. The rubber grommets provide vibration isolation.

The brackets should be attached to the fan first. Then install the wood screws at the keyhole locations and install the fan.

The fan may also be mounted on a foam rubber pad on a flat surface, such as an attic floor.

COLD CLIMATE PRECAUTIONS If installed in an unheated space, in cold climates, there is a possibility

of condensation forming in the fan housing or ducting components. A backdraft damper installed at each grille is very effective in reducing the potential for condensation when the fan is cycled on and off. Insulated ducting must be used where exposed to cold attic or crawl space temperatures, to avoid condensation in the ducting. Condensation can also be avoided by continuous operation of the fan.

DUCT CONNECTIONS Ducting may be flexible or rigid,

filters, if so equipped.

Annually:

To ensure the maximum efficiency of the fan unit, is recommended to clean the inside of the fan box as well as the blower wheel.

CAUTION:

Automatically operated device—to reduce risk of injury disconnect from the power supply before servicing.

DISASSEMBLY

Turn off all power to the unit. The blower

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

E. If this unit is to be installed over a	F. NEVER place a switch where it can
tub or shower, it must be marked as	be reached from a tub or shower.
appropriate for the application and be
connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter) - protected branch
circuit.

ELECTRICAL

A. Installation Work and Electrical

Wiring Must Be Done By Qualified

Person(s) In Accordance With All

Applicable Codes And Standards,

Including Fire-Rated Construction.

B. Sufficient air is needed for proper

combustion and exhausting of

Provide disconnect switch in vicinity of fan, to permit servicing fan, in accordance with NEC and local codes.

Depending on the desired mode of operation, switches may be simple on-off switches, motor speed controls, timer switches, time delay, time of day cycle timers, dehumidistats,

occupancy sensing controls, controllers, etc., provided they are rated for motor duty and meet the nameplate electrical ratings of the motor. (Additional application wiring diagrams are available illustrating a variety of controls for use with RDF fans by calling the factory at 1-800-255-7749.)

gases through the flue (chimney) of

fuel burning equipment to prevent

back drafting. Follow 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.

C. When cutting or drilling into wall or

ceiling, do not damage electrical

wiring and other hidden utilities.

D. When used as exhaust fans,

ducted fans must always be vented

to the outdoors.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Base Model	Volts	Max Amps	Max Watts		RPM
RDF 8-8IP	115	0.19	21		2500
RDF 8-8MAX	115	0.29	34		3135
RDF 12-8IP	115	0.34	41		2200
RDF 12-8	115	0.53	59		2960
Field Wiring	Factory Wiring		Field Wiring	Factory Wiring for
				IP Protected Motors
	Green/Yellow
			Ground	Green/Yellow
	White
					White
	Black	Black	Neutral	White	Brown
		Brown	115 V		Black
	RDF 8MAX		RDF 8-8 IP and
	and RDF 12-8		RDF 12-8 IP