NuTone 8832SA Installation Instructions

Bathroom Ventilator
MODELS: 8832WH, 8832SA & 8833
• Do not mount over tub or in shower stall enclosure.
• Not for use in kitchens.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE. ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.
If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.
B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock
service panel 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.
CAUTION:
For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or
explosive materials and vapors.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
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 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. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
E. If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it must
be marked as appropriate for the application.
F. NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from
a tub or shower.
G. Do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.

FOR BEST RESULTS

When installing the ventilator in a new construction site, install
the housing during the rough-in construction of the house. Blower
and grille should be installed after finished ceiling is in place.
To install the ventilator in an existing house requires accessible
area above the proposed installation location (attic or crawl space).
The housing must be installed to a finished ceiling from above.
LOCATION
The ventilator is intended for installation in bathroom or laundry.
CAUTION: Do not install the unit over a tub or in a shower
stall enclosure.
INSTALLATION IN A NEW
CONSTRUCTION SITE
1. Remove the blower unit from the housing by unplugging it then loosening
the three mounting screws and rotating the unit to free it from the screws.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
READ & SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
ADJUSTABLE
ELBOW
IN CEILING
TRANSITION
FURNISHED
WITH WALL CAP
ADJUSTABLE
ELBOW
3"
ROUND
DUCT
IN WALL
JUNCTION
BOX
STANDARD
WALL
SWITCH
120vAC, 60Hz
HOUSE POWER
2. Loosely attach housing to ceiling joists through keyhole slots
in mounting brackets. Keyhole slots in brackets are provided
to allow for adjustment to various ceiling thicknesses. Adjust
housing so bottom is flush to proposed finished plaster line,
then securely fasten housing to joists.
ROOF
CAP
3"
WALL
ROUND
CAP
DUCT
FIGURE 1
ROOF
CAP
WALL
CAP
TRANSITION
FURNISHED
WITH WALL CAP
FIGURE 2
GREEN
GROUND
SCREW
SWITCH
BOX
EARTH
GROUND
FIGURE 3