Troubleshooting Guide - Air King AK400 Operating Manual

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SECTION 7
Wiring
CAUTION:
MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL BEFORE
STARTING INSTALLATION.
CAUTION:
ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE IN ACCORDANCE
WITH LOCAL CODES, ORDINANCES, OR NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. IF YOU ARE
UNFAMILIAR WITH METHODS OF INSTALLING ELECTRICAL WIRING, SECURE THE
SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
NOTE: This unit includes a side access panel for wiring that does not require the removal of the
fan's blower assembly.
1.
Remove the wire compartment cover screw and place cover in a secure place (Figure 8).
Screw
Figure 8
2.
Pull the loose black, white and green wires out from the wire compartment (additional
wires will be present). Run a black (hot), white (neutral), and a green or bare ground wire
from the supply. Connect all wires from the supply to their corresponding wires within the
wire compartment (Figure 9). Use approved methods for all connections.
Supply from
house
Figure 9
3.
Carefully tuck wire back inside wire compartment and replace wire compartment cover
securing with the screw that was removed earlier.
SECTION 8
Completing the Installation
1.
Use a sealant appropriate for contact with the building materials present and for the
temperature requirements of the installation to prevent air leakage from unconditioned
spaces is recommended. If gaps between unit housing and ceiling are great, additional
material (backing rod, ceiling material) may be required.
NOTE: This fan is rated for direct insulation contact (Type IC) and it is recommended that this fan
be completely covered by insulation in order to reduce heat loss or gain to unconditioned space.
Trouble
1. Fan does not operate when the switch is on.
2. Fan is operating, but air moves slower than normal.
3. Fan is operating louder than normal
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2.
3.
Wire
Compartment
Cover
4.
Ground
SECTION 9
Use and Care
CAUTION:
SERVICING THE UNIT.
Hot (Black)
1.
White
2.

Troubleshooting Guide

Probable Cause
1a.
A fuse may be blown or a circuit tripped.
1b.
Connector plug from motor is not plugged in. 1b.
1c.
Wiring is not connected properly.
1d
Motor has stopped operating.
2.
Obstruction in the exhaust ducting.
3a.
Motor is loose.
3b.
Fan blade is hitting housing of unit.
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Confirm that both 3 pin wire harness's coming from the blowers are plugged into their
receptacles on the mounting channel (Figure 10).
Figure 10
Install the grill with the four (4) included mounting screws (Figure 11).
Figure 11
Restore power and test your installation.
MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL BEFORE
Cleaning the Grill: Remove grill and use a mild detergent, such as dishwashing liquid,
and dry with a soft cloth. NEVER USE ANY ABRASIVE PADS OR SCOURING POWDERS.
Completely dry grill before reinstalling. Refer to instructions in Section 8 Completing the
Installation, to reinstall grill.
Cleaning the Fan Assembly: Wipe all parts with a dry cloth or gently vacuum the fan.
NEVER IMMERSE ELECTRICAL PARTS IN WATER.
Suggested Remedy
1a.
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Turn off power to unit. Remove Grill and plug motor into receptacle
in housing. Restore power to unit.
1c.
Turn off power to unit. Check that all wires are connected.
1d.
Replace motor.
2.
Check for any obstructions in the ducting. The most common are bird
nests in the roof cap or wall cap where the fan exhausts to the outside.
3a.
Turn off power to unit. Remove grill and check that all screws are fully
tightened. Restore power to unit.
3b.
Call your dealer for service.
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