NuTone Ventilation Fans—Questions & Facts
Everything you need to know about home ventilation.
What is a sone, and how is it measured?
A sone is a measurement of sound in terms of comfortable hearing level for an average listener. The lower the sone value, the more comfortable the listening environment. Sones are not decibels or volume, but rather how sound is “sensed.” One sone is the equivalent of a quiet refrigerator.
What does CFM mean?
CFM is the acronym for Cubic Feet per
What is continuous ventilation? Continuous ventilation provides today’s airtight homes with a relatively constant and controlled lower level of ventilation. NuTone’s extremely quiet and efficient Ultra Silent™ Series is ideally suited for these applications.
Can I mount NuTone fans above my tub and shower?
Most NuTone fans are rated for use over a shower or bathtub with a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter).
Can my ceiling fan be surrounded by insulation?
Yes. NuTone bath fans are designed to provide adequate cooling for motors and lighting, as well as products with integral heaters.
Will NuTone Fans work in
Some NuTone bath and utility fans may be wall mounted. See the spec matrix for specific models. Improper installation may affect fan life, safety and your warranty.
Will a ceiling fan or
No. Range hoods are specifically designed to handle grease and high temperature environments. NuTone bath fans supplement odor and moisture removal in the kitchen, but are not intended for use as a range hood.
What does “static pressure” mean? Static pressure is the measurement of airflow resistance as it is pushed through ductwork which reduces the effectiveness of the fan. Learn more on the Home Ventilating Institute web site www.hvi.org.
Air Quality
NuTone has long been a leader in indoor air quality solutions. Our spot ventilation products for bathrooms and kitchens control problems at the source. For
How long should a bath fan run after a shower is used? The Home Ventilating Institute recommends that a fan should be left on for 20 minutes more to clear humidity adequately and to ensure moisture and condensation in the fan body or ducting is minimized.
What should I do if I can’t wait for moisture to clear, but I don’t want a fan to run all day long?
NuTone has sensing fans that detect the humidity rise caused by a shower and turn on
option of humidity sensing, or timer control. Just set it and forget it.
What are the timer features?
Where should the exhaust fan be located?
Exhaust fans should be located in or near the shower or tub, and in an enclosed water closet. Keep exhaust points opposite the supply air source to ensure that the fresh air is drawn through the room. Bathroom doors should not be sealed too tightly at the bottom in order to allow “make- up air” to enter the room when the door is closed.
How do I size a fan properly for my room size and the duct run?
See the sizing guidelines on page 7 for details on proper sizing.This section provides an explanation and examples to help you make the right decision.
Where is the exhaust outlet on the ventilation fan?
The exhaust outlet is the point where air is discharged through the body of the fan housing into the ductwork. During installation, orient your fan with the exhaust outlet pointing toward the exit vent on your roof or wall to minimize turns in ductwork that impede airflow.
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