Faber 1200 CFM Use And Care Manual

Remote Blower (1200 CFM)
Installation Instructions
Use & Care Manual
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The installer must leave these instructions with the
homeowner. The homeowner must keep these
instructions for future reference and for local electrical
inspectors' use.
WARNING
!
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE
FOLLOWING:
Installation work and electrical wiring must be
done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all
applicable Codes and Standards, including Fire
Rated Construction. 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 of
Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE), and the local code authorities. When
cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage
electrical wiring and other hidden utilities. Ducted
fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
Use this unit only in the manner intended by the
manufacturer. If you have any questions, contact
the manufacturer.
Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off
at service panel and lock the service disconnecting
means to prevent power from being switched on ac-
cidentally. When the service disconnecting means
cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning
device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SHOCK: This
fan must be installed with an isolating wall control/
switch.
CAUTION: For General Ventilating Use Only. Do Not
Use To Exhaust Hazardous or Explosive Materials
and Vapors.
To reduce the risk of fire, use only metal ductwork.
This unit must be grounded.
This unit is suitable for use with solid-state speed
controls.
For Residential use ONLY
CAUTION – To reduce risk of fire and to properly
exhaust air, be sure to duct air outside – Do not vent
exhaust air into spaces within walls or ceilings or
into attics, crawl spaces, or garages"
Important
Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Proper installation
is your responsibility. Make sure you have everything necessary for
correct installation. It is the responsibility of the installer to comply with
the clearances specified.
To avoid damage to motor bearings and impellers, keep drywall spray,
construction dust, etc. away from the remote blower.
Before installing remote blower, read the installation
instructions for the vent system that will be used in
conjunction with this remote blower.
Care of your remote blower
Disconnect power supply and lock out service panel before cleaning
or
servicing. To clean, remove cover and vacuum blower and housing,
being careful not to damage blower wheel. The motor is permanently
lubricated. Do not oil or disassemble.
Electrical requirements
Important: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
It is the customer's responsibility:
• To contact a qualified electrical installer.
• To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in
conformance with:
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 — latest edition*, or CSA
Standards C22.1-94, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 and C22.2
No.0-M91 - latest edition** and all local codes and ordinances.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended
that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.
Do not ground to a gas pipe. Check with a qualified electrician if you
are not sure remote blower is properly grounded. Do not have a fuse in
the neutral or ground circuit.
A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only supply wired for 15 amp service is
required.
The blower motor must be connected with copper wire only.
The remote blower must be connected to the downdraft vent system
or rangehood wiring as described in the downdraft vent system or
rangehood instructions for connecting the remote blower motor wiring.
Flexible armored or nonmetallic cable must be used. A U.L./CSA-listed
strain relief must be provided at each end of the power supply cable.
Wire sizes must conform to the requirements of the National Electrical
Code ANSI/NFPA 70 — latest edition* or Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1
and C22.2 No. 113-M1984 (or latest edition),** and all local codes and
ordinances. 14 gauge wire (minimum) is recommended.
Copies of standards listed may be obtained from:
* National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
** CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575
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