Exhausto RS Installation instructions

3000271 03.07 Installation & Operating Manual
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RS Chimney Fan
for Solid Fuel Applications
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EXHAUSTO Inc.
1200 Northmeadow Pkwy.
Suite 180
Roswell, GA 30076
P: 770.587.3238
F: 770.587.4731
T: 800.255.2923
[email protected]
us.exhausto.com
Job Name:
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Installation Date:
Product Information
Mechanical Installation
Electrical Installation
Start Up and Conguration
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
........................ Chapters 1 + 2
......................... Chapter 3
............................. Chapter 4
.................. Chapter 5
...... Chapter 6
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Symbol Legend:
The following terms are used throughout this manual to bring attention
to the presence of potential hazards or to important information
concerning the product.
Danger: Indicates an imminent hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death, serious injury or
substantial property damage.
1. Use this unit in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If
you have questions, contact the manufacturer at the address or
telephone number listed on the front of the manual.
2. Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch off at service panel
and lock service panel to prevent power from being switched on
accidentally.
3. Installationworkandelectricalwiringmustbedonebyaqualied
person(s) in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
4. Follow the appliance manufacturer’s guidelines and safety
standards such as those published by the National Fire Protection
Associations (NFPA), and the American Society for Heating,
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and the
local code authorities.
5. This unit must be grounded.
Caution: Indicates an imminent hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in personal injury or
property damage.
How to use this manual
This installation manual does not contain any system design
documentation. System design documentation is available from any
authorized EXHAUSTO representative.
Accessories and controls are not covered by this manual. Please refer
to these component’s individual manuals.
1. Product Information
1.1 Function ...............................................................................................3
1.2 Shipping ...............................................................................................3
1.3 Warranty...............................................................................................3
1.4 Package Shipment ...............................................................................3
2. Specications
2.1 Dimensions and Capacities..................................................................4
2.2 Planning Ahead ....................................................................................5
3. Mechanical Installation
3.1 Transport Safety Device.......................................................................6
3.2 Single Fan on Steel Chimney...............................................................6
3.3 Single Fan on Brick Chimney ...............................................................7
3.4 Multiple Fans on Steel Chimney...........................................................8
3.5 Multiple Fans on Brick Chimney...........................................................8
3.6 Installation for High Temperatures........................................................8
4. Electrical Installation
4.1 General ................................................................................................9
4.2 Connection and Wiring Diagram for Single Fan with FSC....................9
4.3 Connection and Wiring Diagram for Two Fans with FSC...................10
4.4 Connection and Wiring Diagram for SIngle Fan with EFC211 ...........10
5. Start-UpandConguration
5.1 System Testing................................................................................... 11
5.2 Testing Fireplace or Stove.................................................................. 11
5.3 Testing Pizza Oven ............................................................................11
5.4 Operating Fireplace and Stove ..........................................................12
5.5 Operating Pizza Oven........................................................................12
6. Maintenance & Troubleshooting
6.1 Prior to Cleaning ................................................................................13
6.2 Care and Cleaning .............................................................................13
6.3 Chimney Cleaning Intervals ..............................................................13
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELEC-
TRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY TO PER-
SONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

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1. Product Information
1.1 Function
Use EXHAUSTO model RS Chimney Fan is a chimney top mounted ventilator that is designed to
 providelargeuegasvolumecapacities.Itisintendedforusewithsolidfuelbutcanalso 
be used for non-solid fuel provided a safety system is part of the installation (refer to the
manual: “RS for Gas & Oil Applications”). The use of the EXHAUSTO RS Chimney Fan is not
restricted to any type of chimney, because the fan creates a negative pressure
(below atmospheric) in the chimney.
 Typicalusesare:Controllingthedraftforaresidentialsolidfuelredboiler,replace,stove, 
BBQ, or pizza oven.
Function The chimney fan is designed to be able to withstand the high temperatures associated with
 woodburningandtominimizethecreosotebuildupinthechimneyueandonthechimneyfan
The axial vane construction provides a self-cleaning effect. This product is developed to prevent
draft problems by creating a mechanical draft in venting systems and thereby also increasing the
 capacityandefciencyofaventingsystem.Thoughthechimneyfanisnotlimitedtosuchuse,it
 isperfectforusewithreplaces,barbecues,pizzaovensandwoodstoves.
Code Compliance
Installations must conform to requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Where required
by the authority having jurisdiction, the installation must also conform to the Standard for Draft
Equipment and NFPA 211.
All electrical wiring must be in accordance with the requirements of authority having jurisdiction
or, in the absence of such requirements, with the National Electrical Code, NFPA70.
Listings EXHAUSTO Model RS is tested and listed to UL Standard 378, Standard for Draft Equipment.
 ThefanismanufacturedatanISO9001certiedplantandbearstheEuropeanCEcompliance
label.
1.2 Shipping
The packing list (attached to one of the packages) clearly lists all items in the shipment and each
package has a label showing the contents. Check the list against all materials on the job site for
completeness.
1.3 Warranty
Complete warranty conditions are available from EXHAUSTO, Inc.

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2.Specications
2.1 Dimensions & Capacities
1 Junction Box
2 Conduit/cord
3 Motor
4 Motor Housing
5 Cooling Plates
6 Bird Screen
7 Base Plate
8 Locking Nut
9 Inlet
10 Axial Vane
11 Hinges
12 Capacitor
(inside junction box)
Model RS 009 RS 012 RS 014 RS 016
Discharge Horizontal
Fan Type Axial Vane
Motor Type Totally enclosed, Variable speed, Class H
Voltage V AC 1x120
RPM 1600
CFM 0.0 Ps 450 950 1400 1950
Amperage Amps 0.5 1.2 1.4 3.9
Motor Output HP 1/30 1/10 1/7 1/3
kW 0.025 0.08 0.1 0.25
Weight lbs 29 37 47 61
kg 13 17 21 28
Dimensions A in 10.0 11.0 13.2 16.0
mm 250 275 330 450
B x B in 12.0 14.6 16.8 19.2
mm 300 365 420 480
C in 11.4 14.0 15.8 18.0
mm 285 350 395 450
D in 3.0 3.4 4.0 4.0
mm 75 85 100 100
E in 8.0 11.0 12.0 14.0
mm 203 275 300 350
Temperature
Rating
Interm. 575°F/300°C
Cont. 482°F/250°C

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2.2 Planning Ahead
1. Observe proper combustion air requirements.
2.Providearmsupportsystemforthechimneyfan.
3. Determine the type of system involved.
4. Observe proper safety measures are taken to assure safe use of the wood burning appliances.
Combustion Air Requirements: Provisions for combustion air must be in accordance with applicable
local codes.
Adequate fresh air must be provided for combustion; otherwise, improper operation and
inadequateventingofdeadlyuegasesmayresult.
Support system for the chimney fan: Prior to installation of the chimney fan, it must be assured the chimney can
safely carry the weight of the chimney fan.
A steel chimney should be well supported at the roof penetration point. If the chimney extends more than 20’ above
the roof, the chimney and the fan should be secured by wires attached on the chimney and on the roof at 2 to 3
different points.
Brick chimneys usually do not need any kind of support to carry the weight of the chimney fan.
Fireplaces and wood stoves used in residences normally operate in a relatively stable environment, where no major
  pressureuctuationsoccur.However,speedadjustmentsandadjustmentofair-intakesarerequiredasthewood
  burnsandnewwoodisaddedtothere.
Fireplaces used in restaurants are exposed to major pressure changes. Doors open, doors close, kitchen exhaust
fans pull out air, etc. Spillage can easily occur.
  Wood-redpizzaovensandbarbecuesarenormallyinstalledinrestaurantkitchenswherekitchenexhaustfansare
operating. Consequently, the operator should pay attention to the fact that even with a well balanced exhaust
system, it will be necessary to adjust the fan speed in order to avoid spillage.
System
Type

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3. Mechanical Installation
3.1 Transport Safety Device
If a transport safety device is present, remove it from the vane and
make sure that the vane can revolve without hindrance.
RS 14/16: Before mounting, the transport safety device on the
hinges must be removed.
3.2 Single Fan on Steel Chimney
Step 1: Prepare fan location
If a stack cap is already installed, it must be removed. The steel
chimney adapter (SCA) slides right into the chimney, where the long
collar engagement ensures safe anchoring. If necessary,
the adapter can be secured by means of long self-tapping stainless
steel screws into the side of the collar through the chimney wall.
If the steel chimney is air cooled, a special adapter for
such chimney must be used.
 Measuretheinsidediameteroftheueandcutacorrespondinghole
 inthecenterofthebermat.Iftheueissobigthatthethroatin 
 theadapterhasbeenreducedtotthethroatofthefan,theholein 
 thebermatshouldcorrespondtothethroat.
 Thealuminumfoilonthebermatmustfaceupward(againstfan 
base).
Step 2: Preparation of fan
Locate the installation brackets in the grooves on the underside of
the fan base, using the bolts and nuts supplied to secure
the brackets. Note that the bolts shall be installed from the
bottom side in the two inner holes.
 Adjustthenalpositionoftheinstallationbracketsensuringthat 
 thereisasmallgapbetweenthebracketsandtheuewall/adapter 
 throat.Tightenthenuts.Ifthebracketstouchtheuewall,it 
may create some vibration noise.
Step 3: Attaching the fan
The chimney fan is now ready for installation on the top of the
 chimney.Placethebermatwiththealuminumfoilfacing  
upwards on the top of the adapter, and place the fan on top
of the mat. High temperature silicone can be applied on the
side of the mat, but is not required. It can also be painted. It
is not necessary to bolt the fan to the chimney.
Caution: Under conditions with extremely
strong winds surrounding the top of the
chimney, the chimney fan must be secured by
steel wires supplied with the fan.

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3.3 Single Fan on Brick Chimney
Step 1: Prepare fan location
 Theinstallationprocedureisthesamewhethertheueisroundor 
 square.Ifaclaytileuelinerisinstalled,itmightstickupafew 
 inches.Cutitbacksoitisushwithornomorethan1/2inchabove 
the chimney crown.
 Measuretheinsidediameteroftheue,cutacorrespondingholein 
 thebermatleavingaminimumdistanceof3/4”toanysideof 
 thebermat.
 Thealuminumfoilonthebermatmustfaceupwards(againstfan 
base).
Step 2: Preparation of fan
Locate the installation brackets in the grooves on the underside of
the fan base using the bolts and nuts supplied to secure the
brackets. Note that the bolts shall be installed from the bottom side
in the two inner holes.
 Adjustthenalpositionofthebracketsensuringthatthereis 
 clearancebetweenthebracketsandtheuewall.Ifthebrackets 
touch the wall, it may generate some vibration noise.
Step 3: Attaching the fan
The chimney fan is now ready for installation on the top of the
 chimney.Placebermatwiththealuminumfoilfacingupwardson 
the top of the chimney, and place the fan on top of the mat.
High temperature silicone can be applied on the side of the mat,
but is not required. It can also be painted. It is not necessary to bolt
the fan to the chimney.
Caution: Under conditions with extremely
strong winds surrounding the top of the
chimney, the chimney fan must be secured by steel wires supplied with the fan.

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3.4 Multiple Fans on Steel Chimney
  Iftwoormorechimneyfansarerequiredtocreatesufcientdraft, 
installation procedures are the same as for single fan installation on
a steel chimney. The only difference is that the fans are sitting next
to each other on the top of the chimney. A special adapter plate
is required (14 GA or thicker).
When installing multiple fans, it is extremely important that the fans
are of the same model and size, and they must be controlled in
tandem by one (1) motor speed control.
3.5 Multiple Fans on a Brick Chimney - Oversized Flue
  Iftwoormorefansarerequiredtocreatesufcientdraft,aspecial 
adapter plate is required. The adapter plate should be made of
stainless steel (14 GA or thicker), depending on the size and the fan
models used.
The two holes in the plate should match the throat diameter of the
fan model used and the distance from center to center should be at
least equal to the fan width (dimension “B” in 1.5. Dimensional Data).
The adapter should be sealed with silicone and bolted onto the top.
When installing multiple fans, it is extremely important that the fans
are of the same model and size, and they must be controlled
in tandem by one (1) motor speed control.
  Asimilarapproachshouldbetakeniftheuesizeexceedsthefan 
base dimensions. The adapter plate should be sized so it covers
  theueandsecured.Aholeshouldbecutinthecenteroftheplate 
and the fan mounted centered over the hole.
3.6 Installation for High Temperatures
  Ifthefanisusedforapplicationswheretheuegastemperatures 
  exceed400°Fattheueexit,anddoesnotexceed650°F,dilution 
bolts must be used.
  Dilutionboltswillcausecoolairtodilutethewarmuegas,bylifting
the fan and leaving space so the cool air can get in under the fan
base.
The dilution bolts should be installed in the outer holes in the fan
base.
The dilution bolts are adjustable and should be adjusted so the
  uegastemperaturedoesnotexceed400°Fwhendischarged 
through the fan. When using dilution bolts the fan’s actual capacity
  isreducedandastrongermodelmayberequired.Thebermatis 
not required when using dilution bolts.

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4. Electrical Installation
4.1 General
Danger: Turn off electrical power before servicing. Contact with live electric components can
cause shock or death.
All electrical wiring must be in accordance with requirements of authority having jurisdiction or, in absence of such
requirements, with National Electrical Code NFPA 70 — latest edition. If an external electrical source is utilized,
system must be electrically grounded in accordance with requirements of the authority having jurisdiction or, in the
absence of such requirements, with the National Electrical Code NFPA 70 — latest edition.
Power requirements for the system depends on the fan size. Electrical requirements are:
RS 9 1 x 120 V/60Hz 0.4 Amps
RS 12 1 x 120 V/60Hz 1.2 Amps
RS 14 1 x 120 V/60Hz 1.4 Amps
RS 16 1 x 120 V/60Hz 3.9 Amps
 Thechimneyfanshaveasplitcapacitormotorwithinnitelyvariablespeed.
The fan speed control supplied is rated 1x120V/60 Hz and 5 Amps. It has an adjustable low voltage set point of min.
65 V +/- 5 V.
Notice: If any of the original wire supplied with the system must be replaced, use similar wire of
the same temperature rating. Otherwise, insulation may melt or degrade, exposing bare wire.
4.2 Connection and Wiring Diagram for Single Fan with Fan Speed Control
The wiring diagram below shows the wiring of the chimney fan and how it is connected to the fan speed control.
Junction
Box
FSC, Fan
Speed Control
Chimney
Fan
RED WHITE BLACK GREEN
FAN
MOTOR
120/1/60
NOTES:
THE DISCONNECT MEANS AND CIRCUIT PROTECTION ARE TO
BE PROVIDED BY THE INSTALLER OF THIS DEVICE
1
All wiring must be in
flexible or rigid metal
conduit
LEGEND:
24 VAC
120 VAC
WEATHERPROOF BOX
N
L
FAN SPEED
CONTROL
ORANGE

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4.3 Connection and Wiring Diagram for Two Fans with Fan Speed Control
The diagrams below show the wiring of two chimney fans and how they are connected to the fan speed control.
4.4 Connection and Wiring Diagram for Single Fan with EFC211
The diagrams below show the wiring of a single chimney fan when used in conjunction with an EFC 211
Control
Junction
Box
FSC, Fan
Speed Control
Chimney
Fans
Junction
Box
RED WHITE BLACK GREEN
FAN
MOTOR
120/1/60
NOTES:
THE DISCONNECT MEANS AND CIRCUIT PROTECTION ARE TO
BE PROVIDED BY THE INSTALLER OF THIS DEVICE
1
All wiring must be in
flexible or rigid metal
conduit
LEGEND:
24 VAc
120 VAC
WEATHERPROOF BOX
N
FAN SPEED
CONTROL
ORANGE
RED WHITE BLACK GREEN
FAN
MOTOR
WEATHERPROOF BOX
ORANGE
WEATHERPROOF
BOX
L
Junction
Box with
Control Unit
EFC211, Fan
Control
Chimney
Fan
RED ORANGE WHITE BLACK GREEN
FAN
MOTOR
120/1/60
NOTES:
THE DISCONNECT MEANS AND CIRCUIT PROTECTION ARE TO
BE PROVIDED BY THE INSTALLER OF THIS DEVICE
1
All wiring must be in
flexible or rigid metal
conduit
LEGEND:
24 VAC
120 VAC
N
L
FAN CONTROL UNIT
7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
1 2 3 4 5 6
WEATHERPROOF BOX
MAIN CONTROL UNIT
6 5 4 3 2 1
All wiring must be in
metal conduit or
shielded cable

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5.Start-UpandConguration
5.1 System testing
Before any adjustments are made to the system, follow these procedures:
Turn the chimney fan ON and make sure that it is operating. Increase and decrease the speed of the fan by
adjusting the fan speed control to make sure it is operating properly.
Danger: Check heating appliances (water heater, furnace, etc.) for proper operation while the
chimneyfanisoperating.Makesurenouegasesarespillingoutasthiscanleadtocarbon
monoxide poisoning.
5.2 Testing Fireplace/Stove
 Placeafewlogsonagrateorontheoorofthereplaceorstove.
 Beforelightingthere,setthefanathigh/fullspeed(onstoves,
 openairintakecompletely).Lightthereandmakesurethereisno
 spillagefromthereplaceopeningorfromthestove’sairintake(see
 gure).
 Whentherehascaughton,reducethespeedofthechimneyfanto
 apointwhereitstillremovestheuegasessafely.Markthissetting
on the fan speed control cover, as this will be the operating position/
speed of the chimney fan.
5.3 Testing Pizza Oven
Most pizza ovens consist of a dome with a front opening that can
be closed with a cast iron door. Above the opening a hood
 connectedtotheueassuressmokeandodorsarecollectedand
 removedsafely(seegure).
Place a few logs in the back of the dome and set the fan at high/full
 speed.Lightthere.Turnonallexhaustfans(rangehoods,etc.)
and make sure there is no spillage from the hood into the room.
 Whentherehascaughton,reducethespeedofthechimneyfanto
 apointwhereitstillremovestheuegasessafely.Markthissetting
on the fan speed control cover, as this will be the operating position/
speed of the chimney fan.

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5.4 Operating Fireplace and Stove
 Priortostartingare,setthefanathigh/fullspeedandstarttherefollowingthenormalinstructionsforburning 
 areinareplaceorstove.Aftertherecatcheson,after3-5minutes,reducethespeedofthechimneyfantoa
 levelwhereitsafelyremovestheuegasesandaperfectamecanbemaintained.
 Whenaddingwoodtothere,itmaybenecessarytoincreasethefanspeedforashortperiodoftime.Following 
this procedure will help conserve energy and at the same time assure a maximum heating output from the heating
appliance.
5.5 Operating Pizza Oven
 Priortostartingare,setthefanathigh/fullspeedandstarttherefollowingtheovenmanufacturer’sinstructions
 or,intheabsenceofsuchinstructions,normalinstructionsforburningareinareplaceorstove.Afterthere 
 catcheson,after3-5minutes,reducethespeedofthechimneyfantoalevelwhereitsafelyremovestheuegases
 andaperfectamecanbemaintained.
 Whenaddingwoodtothere,itmaybenecessarytoincreasethefanspeedforashortperiodoftime.
Caution:Donotover-rethereplace,stoveorpizzaoven.Smalldepositsofcreosotecouldbe
ignitedandstartasmallchimneyrewhichcouldcausethechimneyuetoreachadangerously
high temperature.

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Remove Butterfly Nut or
Screw from each Hinge
6. Maintenance & Troubleshooting
6.1 Prior to Cleaning
 Removebutterynutorscrewfromeachhingepriortocleaning.
6.2 Care and cleaning
The EXHAUSTO Chimney Fan is designed for prolonged use.
The fan should be inspected at least once a year when the chimney
is inspected. Creosote and other deposits should be removed from
the fan blades and the bottom of the motor housing.
The top of the fan is hinged and can be opened in order to ease the
cleaning.
Warning: Do not open the motor housing unless
power to the chimney fan has been disconnected.
6.3 Chimney cleaning intervals
 Itisextremelyimportanttokeepthechimneyuecleanfromcreosoteanddeposits.Creosoteisthemajorcauseof
 chimneyres.
Cleaning intervals depend on the use of the appliance. The more the appliance is used, the more often the chimney
 ueneedscleaning.
 Ifareplaceisusedregularly(2-3timesaweek),semi-annualchimneycleaningmayberequired.Ifitisusedevery
 day,shorterintervalsmayberequired.Commercialuseofwood-redpizzaovensmayrequirechimneycleaning
every 2-3 months.
 Nomatterhowmuchused,achimneyueservingwood-redappliancesshouldbecleanedandinspectedatleast
once every year.
NOTE: The chimney should be cleaned by a trained professional. We recommend using a “Certifed Chimney
 Sweep”certiedbyChimneySafetyInstituteofAmerica.YoucanndaCertiedChimneySweepat 
www.csia.org or www.ncsg.org or by calling [phone] or [phone].

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Observation Problem Solution
There is no power
going to the fan
- The circuit
breaker may
be off
- Fan speed
control is off
- Bad electrical
connections
- Check the circuit breaker
- Turn fan speed control on
- Check and correct problem
There is power to
the fan but it is not
operating
- Bad electrical
connections
- The fan speed
control’s low
voltage setting
is too low
- The fan speed
control is bad
- Check and correct problems with connections. Pay special attention to the wiring in the
junction box
- Increase the setting with the plastic screw on the fan speed control’s front plate
- Replace the fan speed control
There is power to the
fan but it hums and
does not turn
- The motor run
capacitor may
be bad.
- Creosote may
stick
- Check capacitor and replace if necessary
- Clean fan
The fan seems to work
ne,butthereisnot
enough draft
- The fan may
be undersized
- Replace with a larger fan
The fan vibrates - The motor
shaft may be
bent
- The hinges
may be bent
- Replace motor
- Straighten out hinges
Thereisairownoise
fromthereplace
opening
-Theueis
undersized.
- The fan is
oversized and
running too fast
-Thereisnotmuchtodoaboutit.Trytoreducethereplaceopening
- Reduce the fan speed
Mechanical noise can
be heard
- Foreign
matter may be
stuck
- Motor
bearings may
be worn out
- Remove matters
- Replace bearings
6.3 Troubleshooting

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Notes

EXHAUSTO Inc.
1200 Northmeadow Pkwy.
Suite 180
Roswell, GA 30076
P: 770.587.3238
F: 770.587.4731
T: 800.255.2923
[email protected]
us.exhausto.com
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