Broan 170F User manual

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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MODELS 170F & 174F
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 86W 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
120 8.33/4.16 1000/500 3413/1707
170F 240 4.16 1000 3413
208 3.61 750 2560
120 12.5/6.25 1500/750 5120/2560
174F 240 6.25 1500 5120
208 5.41 1125 3640
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.
WALL
STUD
POWER
CABLE
GRILLE
HEATER
HOUSING
DRYWALL
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
WIRING
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.
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.
TABS
FASTEN TO
HOUSING WITH
RETAINING SCREW -
HERE
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.
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.

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OPTIONAL WIRING CONVERSIONS
1. Conversion to half-wattage.
The heater will produce less heat and use less electricity if
converted to half-wattage.
Disconnect ONE of the black wires with an insulated terminal
from the motor.
2. 120 VAC to 240 VAC Conversion.
1) Disconnect ONE of the black wires with an insulated
terminal from the motor.
2) Disconnect the two (2) white wires with insulated
terminals from each other. Do not remove wire from
beneath plastic wire tie.
3) Connect black wire to white wire.
NOTE: When heater is converted from 120 VAC to 240 VAC,
half-wattage conversion is not possible
BLACK
WIRES
(connected
to motor)
BLACK WIRE
(from motor)
WHITE WIRES

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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.
COMPLETE THE INSTALLATION

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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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Limited Warranty
Warranty Period and Exclusions:Broan-NuTone LLC (the “Company”) warrants to the original consumer purchaser of its product (“you”) that the product (the
“Product”) will be free from material defects in the Product or its workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase.
The limited warranty period for any replacement parts provided by the Company and for any Products repaired or replaced under this limited warranty shall be the
remainder of the original warranty period.
This warranty does not cover speed controls, fluorescent lamp starters, tubes, halogen and incandescent bulbs, fuses, filters, ducts, roof caps, wall caps and other
accessories for ducting that may be purchased separately and installed with the Product. This warranty also does not cover (a)normal maintenance and service, (b)normal
wear and tear, (c)any Products or parts which have been subject to misuse, abuse, abnormal usage, negligence, accident, improper or insufficient maintenance, storage
or repair (other than repair by the Company), (d)damage caused by faulty installation, or installation or use contrary to recommendations or instructions, (e)any Product
that has been moved from its original point of installation, (f)damage caused by environmental or natural elements, (g)damage in transit, (h)natural wear of finish,
(i)Products in commercial or nonresidential use, or (j)damage caused by fire, flood or other act of God. This warranty covers only Products sold to original consumers
in the United States by the Company or U.S. distributors authorized by the Company.
This warranty supersedes all prior warranties and is not transferable from the original consumer purchaser.
No Other Warranties:This Limited Warranty contains the Company’s sole obligation and your sole remedy for defective products. The foregoing warranties are exclusive
and in lieu of any other warranties, express or implied. THE COMPANY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, AND DISCLAIMS AND
EXCLUDES ALL WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY LAW, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. To
the extent that applicable law prohibits the exclusion of implied warranties, the duration of any applicable implied warranty is limited to the period specified for the express
warranty above. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Any oral or written description
of the Product is for the sole purpose of identifying it and shall not be construed as an express warranty.
Whenever possible, each provision of this Limited Warranty shall be interpreted in such manner as to be effective and valid under applicable law, but if any provision is
held to be prohibited or invalid, such provision shall be ineffective only to the extent of such prohibition or invalidity, without invalidating the remainder of such provision
or the other remaining provisions of the Limited Warranty.
Remedy: During the applicable limited warranty period, the Company will, at its option, provide replacement parts for, or repair or replace, without charge, any Product
or part thereof, to the extent the Company finds it to be covered by and in breach of this limited warranty under normal use and service. The Company will ship the
repaired or replaced Product or replacement parts to you at no charge. You are responsible for all costs for removal, reinstallation and shipping, insurance or other freight
charges incurred in the shipment of the Product or part to the Company. If you must send the Product or part to the Company, as instructed by the Company, you must
properly pack the Product or part—the Company is not responsible for damage in transit. The Company reserves the right to utilize reconditioned, refurbished, repaired
or remanufactured Products or parts in the warranty repair or replacement process. Such Products and parts will be comparable in function and performance to an
original Product or part and warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period.
Exclusion of Damages:THE COMPANY’S OBLIGATION TO PROVIDE REPLACEMENT PARTS, OR REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT THE COMPANY’S OPTION, SHALL BE YOUR
SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE COMPANY’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE OBLIGATION. THE COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT, ITS 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 covers only replacement or repair of defective Products or parts thereof at the Company’s main facility and does not include the cost of field service travel
and living expenses.
Any assistance the Company provides to or procures for you outside the terms, limitations or exclusions of this limited warranty will not constitute a waiver of such terms,
limitations or exclusions, nor will such assistance extend or revive the warranty.
The Company will not reimburse you for any expenses incurred by you in repairing or replacing any defective Product, except for those incurred with the Company’s
prior written permission.
How to Obtain Warranty Service:To qualify for warranty service, you must (a)notify the Company at the address or telephone number stated below within seven (7)days of
discovering the covered defect, (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. If you cannot provide a copy of the original written limited warranty, then the terms of the Company’s
most current written limited warranty for your particular product will control.The most current limited written warranties for the Company’s products can be found at
www.broan.com.
Broan-NuTone LLC 926 West State Street, Hartford, WI 53027
www.broan.com 800-637-1453
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
99045020C
Always order replacement parts by part number - NOT key number.
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 (Models 170F and 174F)
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 99270741 Heating Element (Model 170F)
99270725 Heating Element (Model 174F)
15 93270619 Wire Clamp
16 97008682 Partition Plate Assembly
Broan-NuTone LLC Hartford, Wisconsin www.broan.com 800-558-1711