Broan 161M Manual

BULB HEATER & BULB HEATER/FANS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
INSTALLING OR USING THIS HEATER.
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.
If you have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address
or telephone number listed in the warranty.
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 a
qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including fire-rated construction codes and
standards.
4. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage
electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
5. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare
skin touch hot surfaces. Keep combustible materials, such as
furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, etc. and curtains at
least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front of the heater.
6. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by
or near children or invalids and whenever the heater is left
operating and unattended.
7. Do not operate any heater after it malfunctions. Disconnect
power at service panel and have heater inspected by a
reputable electrician before reusing.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. To disconnect heater, turn controls to off, and turn off power
to heater circuit at main disconnect panel (or operate internal
disconnect switch, if provided).
10. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or
exhaust opening, as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or
damage the heater.
11. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in
any manner.
12. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not
use it in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable vapors or
liquids are used or stored.
13. Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use
not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons.
14. This product must be grounded.
15. Do not install heater in a tub or shower enclosure.
16. This product is designed for installation in flat ceilings only. DO
NOT MOUNT THIS PRODUCT IN A WALL.
17. Install heater at least 6 inches from floor or any adjacent wall.
For supply connections, use wire suitable for 75
not install insulation within 3 inches of top of sides of housing.
18. Do not connect heater to dimmer switch or speed control.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PLANNING
Choose the location for your heater. Refer to Warnings and Cautions.
MODELS 162M & 164 ONLY – The unit will operate most efficiently
when located where the shortest possible duct run and minimum
number of elbows will be needed. Units are designed for use with
standard 4" round duct.
Note that the two-bulb unit (164) can be fitted with one infrared bulb
(for heat) and one reflector bulb (for light). Dual or multi-controls can
be used for separate control of bulbs and/or exhaust fan. Purchase
controls separately.
Refer to FIGURE 1
Follow these basic steps when installing this unit:
1. Nail unit to joists.
2. Attach ductwork (Models 162M & 164 only).
3. Connect power cable.
4. Fasten grille to housing.
PREPARATION
1. Remove the unit from carton. Save carton for use as plaster
shield in rough-in installations.
Refer to FIGURE 2
2. Slide adjustable mounting brackets into bracket channels on
housing.
DAMPER/DUCT
CONNECTOR
CEILING
JOIST
CEILING MATERIAL
C minimum. Do
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BULB HEATER & BULB HEATER / FANS
MODELS 161M • 162M • 164
POWER CABLE
HOUSING
BULB(S)
Page 1
MOUNTING
BRACKET
GRILLE
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2