Broan 165F User manual

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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MODELS 165F AND 167F
FAN FORCED WALL HEATERS
FINISH ASSEMBLIES
FOR USE WITH BROAN MODEL 171H ROUGH-IN HOUSING
PLANNING
This wall heater finish assembly is intended for installation into a
Broan Model 171H rough-in housing — after the wall has been
completed.
The heater can be operated using the Broan Model 86 Line-
Voltage Thermostat from a wall location or the Broan Model 83
Integral Thermostat installed into heater. Purchase the control
separately.
The table below lists the ratings for each model.
MODELS VOLTS AMPS WATTS BTU/HR
165F 120 4.17 500 1707
240 2.08 500 1707
208 1.8 375 1280
167F 240 3.13/6.25 750/1500 2560/5120
208 2.71/5.41 563/1125 1922/3840
BOLD ratings are factory wired. See "OPTIONAL WIRING
CONVERSIONS" section for wattage and voltage conversion
instructions.
Follow these basic steps when installing this heater:
• Remove the housing mask.
• Fasten finish assembly inside housing.
• Plug assembly in.
• Attach grille.
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
INSTALLING OR USING THIS HEATER.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, observe
the following:
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. Install heater at least 6 inches from floor or any adjacent wall.
15. To avoid electrical shock: Do not install unit in a tub or shower
enclosure or any location where it may come in contact with water.
Never place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or shower.
16. This product may ONLY be installed horizontally in a wall. Do not
mount in any other position.
17. Do not connect heater to dimmer switch or speed control.
18. This product must be grounded.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTALLATION OPTIONAL WIRING CONVERSIONS
WIRING
1. Remove housing mask.
Make sure wall has been finished (including paint or wall
paper, etc.) Take out and discard the cardboard mask from
inside of housing.
240 VAC to 120 VAC Conversion.
This heater can be converted to operate on 120 VAC.
1)Disconnect black wire from white wire.
MODEL 165F
MODEL 165F
2)Connect the two (2) white wires with insulated terminals to
each other.
3)Connect black wire to terminal on motor.
Place element end of heater assembly behind the tabs on
the left side of housing. Pivot the assembly in and fasten with
retaining screw from parts bag.
Plug wiring harness into receptacle.
3. Provide desired control.
The heater finish assembly has no adjustable thermostat
control.
If a wall-mounted control has been pre-wired, nothing else
need be done.
If a built-in thermostat is desired, purchase and insert the
Broan Model 83 Integral Thermostat at this time.
2. Install heater assembly into housing.
BLACK WIRE
(from motor)
WHITE WIRES
(2) BLACK
WIRES
(connected
to motor)
(2) WHITE WIRES
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.
TABS
FASTEN TO
HOUSING WITH
RETAINING SCREW -
HERE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, do not store or use
gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicin-
ity of the heater.
CAUTION: High temperature, risk of fire, keep electrical
cords, drapery, furnishings, and other combustibles at least
3 feet (0.9 m) from the front of the heater and away from
the side and rear.

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WIRING
OPTIONAL WIRING CONVERSION
MODEL 167F
MODEL 167F
1. Conversion to full wattage.
The heater will produce more heat and use more electricity if
converted to full wattage.
Connect the unattached black wire with the insulated terminal to
motor terminal.
UNATTACHED
BLACK WIRE
MOTOR TERMINAL

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COMPLETE THE INSTALLATION
1. Attach grille.
Fasten grille to heater with two
(2) screws from parts bag.
2. Check operation.
Turn on power at service
entrance. Turn thermostat to its
highest setting and make sure
heating element and blower
come on. Then turn it to its
lowest setting and make sure
element and blower shut off.

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OPERATION
Before using heater, make sure heater has been properly
installed according to installation steps beginning with the
"PLANNING" section on page 1.

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MAINTENANCE
The following maintenance and cleaning tasks can be per-
formed by the user. All other servicing must be performed
by an authorized technician If you have any questions,
please consult with our customer service department at:
800-558-1711.
THERMAL OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
If heater fails to operate when thermostat is turned to its
highest setting: Turn power off at service entrance. Remove
knob and grille and press button marked “RESET”.
LUBRICATION
The heater is permanently lubricated and never needs
oiling or disassembly.
CLEANING
Clean heater once a month as follows:
1. Turn off power at service panel.
2. Make sure heating element is cool.
3. Use a soft brush attachment to gently vacuum grille open-
ings or wipe grille clean with a soft cloth.
4. Restore power.
CAUTION: METAL AND ELECTRICAL PARTS SHOULD
NEVER BE IMMERSED IN WATER.

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BROAN-NUTONE ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Broan-NuTone warrants to the original consumer purchaser of its products that such products will be free from defects in materials
or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
During this one-year period, Broan-NuTone will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge, any product or part which is found to be
defective under normal use and service.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO FLUORESCENT LAMP STARTERS, TUBES, HALOGEN AND INCANDESCENT BULBS,
FUSES, FILTERS, DUCTS, ROOF CAPS, WALL CAPS AND OTHER ACCESSORIES FOR DUCTING. This warranty does not cover
(a) normal maintenance and service or (b) any products or parts which have been subject to misuse, negligence, accident, improper
maintenance or repair (other than by Broan-NuTone), faulty installation or installation contrary to recommended installation instructions.
The duration of any implied warranty is limited to the one-year period as specified for the express warranty. Some states do not allow
limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
BROAN-NUTONE’S OBLIGATION TO REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT BROAN-NUTONE’S OPTION, SHALL BE THE PURCHASER’S
SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY. BROAN-NUTONE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CON-
SEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH PRODUCT USE OR PERFORMANCE. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply
to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. This warranty super-
sedes all prior warranties.
To qualify for warranty service, you must (a) notify Broan-NuTone at the address or telephone number below, (b) give the model number
and part identification and (c) describe the nature of any defect in the product or part. At the time of requesting warranty service, you
must present evidence of the original purchase date.
Broan-NuTone LLC, 926 W. State Street, Hartford, Wisconsin 53027 www.broan.com 800-558-1711
WARRANTY

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KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION
17 99260428 Nut, #6-32 x 5/16 Keps (2 Required)
18 97008675 Plug Assembly
19 97008677 Thermostat Wire Assembly
20 97008678 Overload Wire Assembly
21 99270743 Terminal Jumper
22 99150533 Screw, #8-18 x 5/8 Ph. Pan Head
23 98006970 Grille
24 99150528 Grille Screw (2 Required)
25 99090681 Grille Logo
26 99090688 Cover Label
27 93270493 Wire Tie
28 99150470 Screw, #8-18 x 3/8 Ph. Truss Hd.
SERVICE PARTS
FAN-FORCED
WALL HEATER
99045021A
KEY PART
NO. NUMBER DESCRIPTION
1 97008681 Housing
2 98003036 Mounting Bracket (2 Required)
3 99260512 #8-18 Sheet Metal Nut (2 Required)
4 99390015 Grounding Clip
5 97005422 Receptacle Assembly
6 98006975 Wiring Cover
7 99020130 Blower Wheel
8 99080248 Motor (Model 165F)
99080276 Motor (Model 167F)
9 99270735 Tab Adapter
10 99030194 Thermal Overload
11 99271091 Guard
12 98006974 Element Bracket
13 99150491 Screw, #8-18 x 3/8 Ph. Pan Head
(5 Required)
14 99270757 Heating Element (Model 167F)
99270742 Heating Element (Model 165F)
15 93270619 Wire Clamp
16 97008682 Partition Plate Assembly
Always order replacement parts by part number - NOT key number.