INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
VENTILATION FAN
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
1.
Make sure that the electric service supply voltage is
AC 120V, 60Hz.
2.
Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well as
the National Electrical Code (NEC) and the
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act).
3.
Always disconnect the power source before working
on or near the ventilating fan, motor or junction box.
4.
Protect the power cord from sharp edges, oil, grease,
hot surfaces, chemicals or other objects.
5.
Do not kink the power cord.
6.
Do not install the unit where ducts are configured as
shown in Fig. A.
7.
Provide suction parts with proper ventilation.
8.
This unit is UL listed for use over a bathtub or shower
when installed in a GFCI-protected branch circuit.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE
THE FOLLOWING:
1.
Use this unit only in the manner intended by the
manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the
manufacturer.
2.
Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at
service panel and lock the service disconnecting
means to prevent power from being switched on
accidentally. When the service disconnecting means
cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent
warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
3.
Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by
qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable
codes and standards, including fire-rated
construction.
4.
Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and
exhausting of 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 local code
authorities.
5.
When cutting or drilling into the wall or ceiling, do not
damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
6.
Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
MODELS
SMT130/SMT130H/SMT130M/SMT150/SMT150D
7.
If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it
must be marked as appropriate for the application
and be connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter) – protected branch circuit.
8.
Do not use this unit with any other solid-state control
device. Solid-state controls may cause harmonic
distortion, which can cause a motor humming noise.
9.
NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from
a tub or shower.
10. Not to be installed in a ceiling thermally insulated to a
value greater than R40. (This is required for
installation in Canada only).
Turning angle too large
Too many elbows
CAUTION
1.
For general ventilating use only. Do not use to
exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
2.
Not for use in cooking areas. (Fig. B)
3.
This product must properly connect to the grounding
conductor of the supply circuit.
4.
To reduce the risk of injury to persons, install the fan
at least 8.2 feet (2.5m) above the floor.
Do not install above or
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Duct shrink
Elbow near the body
Body
Fig. A
Cooking area
inside this area
Cooking
floor
Equipment
Fig. B