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For the Installer
5. INSTALLATION
Before installing this unit, please take the time to carefully read page 2 of this guide to ensure it is installed safely
and properly.
5.1 L
U
OCATING THE
NIT
Choose an appropriate location for the unit.
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Within an area of the house where the ambient temperature is between 10°C (50°F) and
50°C (122°F) (basement, furnace room, closet, etc.)
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Away from living areas (dining room, living room, bedroom), if possible
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So as to provide easy access to the interior of the unit, for maintenance
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Close to an exterior wall, so as to limit the length of the insulated flexible duct to and from
the unit
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Away from hot chimneys and other fire hazards
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Allow for a standard 3-prong grounding outlet within 3 feet of the unit
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Close to a drain. If no drain is close by, use a pail to collect run-off
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Slightly bend all 4 hooks located on both sides of the unit in order to hang it to ceiling joists
with the 4 chains and springs provided. See illustration aside.
Make sure the unit is level.
5.2 I
NSTALLING THE DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS
• Never install a stale air exhaust register in a closed room where a combustion device operates, such as a gas
furnace, a gas water heater or a fireplace.
• When performing duct connections, always use approved tools and materials. Respect all corresponding laws
and safety regulations. Please refer to your local building code.
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Keep it simple. Plan for a minimum of bends and joints
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Keep the length of insulated ducts to a minimum
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If the house has two floors or more, be sure to plan for at least one exhaust register at the highest lived-in level
5.2.1 F
ULLY DUCTED SYSTEM
Stale air exhaust ductwork
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Install the stale air exhaust registers where the contaminants are produced:
kitchen, living room, etc. Position the registers as far from the stairway as
possible and in such a way that the air circulates in all the lived-in spaces in
the house
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If a register is installed in the kitchen, it must be located at least 4 feet (1.2 m)
away from the range
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Install the registers on an interior wall, 6 to 12 inches (152 to 305 mm) away
from the ceiling OR in the ceiling
Fresh air distribution ductwork
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Install the fresh air distribution registers in bedrooms, dining rooms, living
room and basement
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Keep in mind that the fresh air registers must be located as far as possible
from the stale air registers
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Install the registers either in the ceiling or high on the walls, with the air flow
directed towards the ceiling
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If a register must be installed in the floor, direct the airflow up the wall
CAUTION
CAUTION
⚠
WARNING
VH0081
7
VD0242
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