NuTone RF-69NR important safety instructions Important Safety Instructions, Mounting The Fan

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Power Attic Ventilator

MODEL: RF-69NR, RF-68HRPSC

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS	IMPORTANT: For every 300 CFM of fan performance, a
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE. ELECTRIC	minimum of one square foot of inlet space in attic or crawl
	space is necessary for proper operation. Inlet areas should
SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE
	be located as far from fan location as possible, such as in
FOLLOWING:
	the eave or side walls.
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the

manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the		MOUNTING THE FAN
manufacturer.		IMPORTANT: If the fan will be mounted on a flat roof, make
B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at		a curb on which to mount the fan; the fan must be above
service panel and lock service panel to prevent power from		the level of the roof’s water line.
being switched on accidentally.		1. Determine location of fan (center of attic near roof peak).
When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked,		At desired location, drill a hole through the roof (centered
securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to		between the rafters).
the service panel.		2. Using the drilled hole as a center, make a 141⁄2” diameter
CAUTION:		circle on the roof. To make a circle, a compass can be
For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust		made of a scrap piece of wood with two nails placed 71⁄4”
hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.		apart.
		3. Make cutout in roof along the circle that has been made.
CAUTION:
		If the roof is shingled, cut shingles along the circle using
This unit has an unguarded impeller. Do not use in
		the tin snips, knife etc.
locations readily accessible to people or animals.
		4. Place fan over opening in roof. Nail mounting flange to
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC		roof. Caulk around mounting flange to help prevent water
		seepage. If the roof is shingled, slide mounting flange
SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE
		under the surrounding shingles.
FOLLOWING:
A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by
qualified person(s)		MOUNTING THE THERMOSTAT'S OUTLET BOX
in accordance with all applicable codes and standards,		IMPORTANT: Do not mount outlet box near heat source.
including fire-rated construction.
		1. Mount the outlet box to a nearby rafter so that the outlet
B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and
		box is higher than the fan motor.
exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel
burning equipment to prevent back drafting. Follow
			BLACK LEAD
the heating equipment manufacturer’s guideline and		BLACK LEAD
			HOUSE SUPPLY
safety standards such as those published by the		FROM MOTOR
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. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.			HOUSE SUPPLY
E. If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it		SUPPLY	WIRING
must be marked as appropriate for the application.
		GROUND
F. NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from
a tub or shower.	FAN MOTOR
		WIRING
		WHITE LEADS
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		AND HOUSE
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