Installation; Final Assembly - Broan 161M Manual

INSTALLATION

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of the heater.
CAUTION: High temperature, risk of fire, keep electrical cords, drap-
ery, furnishings, and other combustibles at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from
the front of the heater and away from the side and rear.
Refer to FIGURE 3
1. Position unit between joists and extend mounting brackets.
2. Nail brackets firmly to joists. Bottom of brackets should be positioned
flush with joist bottom.
Refer to FIGURE 4
3. Brackets are factory-set for ½" thick ceiling material. For thicker ceil-
ings, loosen 4 vertical adjusting screws and lower housing to appro-
priate thickness on gauges. Tighten vertical adjusting screws firmly.
ATTACH DUCTWORK
Refer to FIGURE 4
1. Snap the damper/duct connector onto housing. Make sure that tabs
on the connector lock in housing slots and that gravity closes damper.
2. Attach 4" round duct to damper/duct connector and run ductwork to
the outside through a roof or wall cap. Check damper to make sure
it opens freely. Tape all joints to make them secure and air tight.
WIRE THE HEATER
Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by a qualified
person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-rated construction codes and standards.
Refer to FIGURE 5
1. Remove wiring box from side of housing. Remove knockout(s) and
connect power cable(s) to wiring box using proper CSA approved
connector.
Refer to FIGURE 6 (on page 3)
2. Wire unit as indicated in appropriate diagram. Push all wiring into
wiring box and replace wiring box onto housing.

FINAL ASSEMBLY

Refer to FIGURE 7
1. Protect motor, bulb sockets and wiring from construction dust, drywall
spray, paint, etc. by using the plaster shield. Cut it from the carton
and follow directions printed on it.
2. Finish all ceiling work as necessary.
3. Remove plaster shield and check if bottom of housing is flush with
finished ceiling. If not, loosen vertical adjusting screws, reposition
housing, and retighten screws.
Refer to FIGURE 8
4. Attach grille by hooking springs onto clips on side of housing.
5. Install BR40 or R40-size 250W infrared bulb(s). Center grille around
bulb(s).
(MODELS 162M & 164 ONLY)
BULB HEATER & BULB HEATER / FANS
MODELS 161M • 162M • 164
DAMPER/DUCT
CONNECTOR
ADJUSTING SCREWS
4" ROUND
DUCT
WIRING BOX
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FIGURE 3
VERTICAL
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 7
FIGURE 8