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(i.e. speakers, remote controls, etc.) are rough-in frames should be installed before mounting and packaged with each separate component. connecting the master station. IM-5000 SERIES REPRESENTATIVE WIRING ILLUSTRATION Use this diagram for reference only 8' 6 COND. CABLE AND CONNECTOR...
• Chime module or electronic chime to pushbutton instructions, warranty registration and • Electronic chime to chime transformer homeowner's manual to homeowner. Use 14 ga. ground wire (not supplied by NuTone) for connecting: • Master to ground Use shielded audio cable for connecting: •...
The IM-5000 Intercom System is designed to be used with NuTone specified wire; no other wire should be used. The use of wire other than NuTone wire will void all NuTone warranties and may result in faulty installation and improper operation.
Door Speaker Cable (IW-2) MASTER LOCATION Run all door speaker cables from the door speaker locations to the master station location. NuTone recommends home The following instructions apply to all cable placements to the run installation of door speakers; however, they can be master unit.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) Mounting the Master Connecting the IW-6 Remote Station Wiring at the Master Remove the master MASTER COVER cover from the base by Position the IW-6 remote station cables in the U-shaped slots. carefully inserting a screwdriver into either Strip back the outer insulation from each IW-6 cable.
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Connecting an Optional MOUNTING STRIPE BRACKET Electronic Chime Strip back 5/8" of NuTone IW-2 wire from the optional electronic chime. Connect wires to the screw terminals INTERCOM marked "Electronic Chime" on the master. VOLUME Electronic chime package contains additional installation instructions.
Make sure AC power to the 401T transformer and the the ON position. Power toggle switch at the master is OFF. Strip back 5/8" of the NuTone S-143 cable. Connect the cable from the 401T 24 volt transformer to the screw terminals on 1 & 2 the master base marked "24 VAC input".
The chime module audio may be selected to be controlled from the RADIO (MUSIC) VOLUME control or the Setting the Intercom Audio Level INTERCOM VOLUME control. The NuTone IM-5000 Selective Call Intercom chime module audio is factory preset In most installations, the "Intercom Volume" trimpot in the to be distributed through the RADIO (MUSIC) VOLUME master will not require adjustment.
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OPERATIONAL CHECKOUT (Continued) Placing the Master Cover Over the Completing the Installation Master Base Check (√) all items below for final system check. ❏ Master unit is properly aligned and securely installed. Position the top of the cover onto the top of the base. ❏...
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INSTALLER'S TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Hum in remote stations. The intercom wiring has been run Be certain the intercom wiring is as far away as practical too close to the household AC from the household AC power wiring. Do not run the power wiring.
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INSTALLER'S TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY The system squeals when the The station in the adjacent room(s) If the remote stations have been mounted back to back, intercom is being used. is mounted on a common wall (back one of them will have to be relocated.
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Product specifications subject to change without notice. 4820 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45227 Printed in China, Rev. 4/02, Part No. 86024...
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