Stelpro SBFHL070 User manual

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Installation guide
Bathroom fan
with heat lamp
Model: SBFHL070
WARNING VERY IMPORTANT WARNING VERY IMPORTANT WARNING
Before installing and operating this product, the user and/or installer must read, understand and follow these instructions and keep them handy for
future reference. If these instructions are not followed, the warranty will be considered null and void and the manufacturer deems no further responsibil-
ity for this product.
This product must be installed by a qualied person and connected by a certied electrician, according to the electrical and building codes effective in
your region.
The following instructions must be adhered to in order to avoid personal injuries or property damages, serious injuries and potentially fatal electric
shocks.
Switch off the power at the circuit breaker before installing, repairing and cleaning the unit.
Make sure the unit is appropriate for the intended use (if needed, refer to the product catalog or a representative).
If the installer or the user modies the unit, he will be held responsible for any damage resulting from this modication.
This unit shall not be installed in wet locations such as, but not limited to, in a shower.
When cutting or drilling into a ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
To ensure proper air exhaust and to reduce the risk of re, make sure all exhaust ducts lead outside. Do not exhaust air into walls, ceilings, attics, crawl
spaces or garages.
Use a specially designed dimmer to control fan speed.
Sufcient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases to prevent back drafting.
For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapours.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Ductwork may have a direct impact on fan performance. Therefore, we are proposing the following recommendations.
Ducts
We highly recommend the use of rigid ducts. Flexible ducts increase air restriction, resulting in poor fan performance and increased noise
levels (sones). If exible ducts must be used, they should be stretched as much as possible to avoid sagging.
GOOD PERFORMANCE – PVC and galvanized steel ducts: these types of ducts greatly reduce static pressure* resulting in optimum airow. The
fan will not have to work as hard to ventilate, using less energy as a result. The noise levels will be at their lowest.
MEDIUM PERFORMANCE – Flexible aluminum ducts: an affordable option that ensures good fan performance. However, the ridges on these
types of ducts restrict airow, compromising performance levels.
POOR PERFORMANCE – Vinyl ducts: these types of ducts are low price, but have a lot of ridges. Moreover, their exible construction restrict
airow, resulting in higher noise levels.
* Static pressure: airow resistance that must be overcome by the fan to induce air movement.
Elbows
An ideal installation would have no elbow at all, but since most realistic applications
require 1, 2 or even 3 elbows, we recommend the following instructions.
The rst elbow must be installed at least 70 cm (27 1⁄2’’) from the fan and have a wide
angle to facilitate airow.
An elbow which is installed too close to the fan or has a sharp angle (90 degrees
or less) could cause a backow of air into the fan.
Required space
Fan installation requires a vertical clearance of at least 7 inches within ceiling. If the joists have a height
of less than 7 inches, add ller in order to reach that height. Fan housing can be centered between two
joists spaced up to 24 inches on center.
TWO INSTALLATION METHODS
A) INSTALLATION USING WOODEN HEADERS (NOT INCLUDED)
• Method used only on unnished ceilings (see also alternate method B)
• Requires the installation of headers between ceiling joists.
p. 3
B) INSTALLATION USING SLIDING BRACKETS
• Method used only on unnished ceilings (see also alternate method A)
p. 6
Note: Some steps are easier to complete with the help of a co-worker. The fan can also be wall-mounted. However, this installation could impede
the proper operation of the back draft damper and, therefore, the unit performance.
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COMPONENTS
Housing Grille Sliding brackets (x4) Back draft damper Wire connectors (X3) (marettes)
Cable clamp Screw 1⁄2 in. (x4) Screw 1 in. (x2) Screw 1 1⁄2 in. (x8)
TOOLS
• Hand saw (installation method using headers)
• Measuring tape
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flat head screwdriver
• Robertson screwdriver
• Utility knife
• Drill (optional)
A) INSTALLATION USING WOODEN HEADERS
Note: When using this method, the housing ange will rest ush against the wood frame in the ceiling
1PREPARATION
Before proceeding with the installation, plan ahead by taking into consideration the required clearances, ductwork and electrical wiring
involved. Make sure it will not impact the existing wiring.
2SPACING
Fan installation requires a vertical clearance of at least 7 inches within ceiling. If the joists
have a height of less than 7 inches, add ller in order to reach that height. Fan housing can be
centered between two joists spaced up to 24 inches on center.
3BACK DRAFT DAMPER INSTALLATION
Secure the back draft damper (included) to the adaptor by inserting it in the appropriate slots.
Make sure the ap opens upwards once the unit is ceiling-mounted
4WOOD FRAME
HEADER A – Header having a maximum thickness of 1 1⁄2’’ (e.g. 2” x 4”), placed horizontally
between the ceiling joists and screwed at each side. Must be laid at and rest ush with the
joists to allow room above it for duct work and wiring. Length of this header is equal to the
distance between the joists.
HEADER B – Length of this header must be equal to the distance between the ceiling joists.
No specic thickness required.
N.B. If the joists have a height of less than 7 inches, add ller in order to reach that height.
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Fig. 3.1
Fig. 4.1
Header A
Header B
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5POSITIONING AND SECURING THE FAN HOUSING
Slide the fan into place with the side of the housing set against header B and the right-hand
ceiling joist.
Secure the housing to header B and the ceiling joist using four (4) screws. [1 1⁄2”screws]
Slide and secure header A between the two ceiling beams with the side of the header set
against the fan housing.
Secure the housing to header A using two (2) screws. [1 1⁄2”screws]
N.B. You must screw in at an angle in order to ensure proper anchoring.
6ELECTRICAL WIRING
Your exhaust fan offers 2 wiring possibilities either using a standard wall switch (SPST) or a 2
position selector switch.
WARNING
A) Before installing, switch off the appropriate circuit breaker in the electrical service panel.
B) Installation must comply with local and national electrical codes.
C) Must be installed by a certied electrician.
D) Unit must be properly grounded.
STANDARD WALL SWITCH (SPST)
The standard wall switch enables you to control the fan and the heat lamp at the same time.
1- Unscrew and remove the wiring compartment cover and pry out one of the knock-outs. The
cable clamp (included) must be inserted through the knock-out hole. (Fig. 6.1)
2- Using the cable clamp, run a cable from the wall switch (not included) into the fan wiring
compartment
3- Using connectors, attach green wires coming from the fan and the heat lamp to the bare
wire (ground) coming from the wall switch.
4- Using connectors, attach the fan and the heat lamp wires located inside the fan wiring com-
partment to the matching wires coming from the wall switch; black to black (hot); white to
white (neutral). (Fig. 6.2)
5- Replace the wiring compartment cover and secure it.
DOUBLE SWITCH
A double switch (not included) allows independent control of the fan and the heat
lamp.
For double switch wiring, please refer to the switch installation guide.
7CONNECTING THE DUCTWORK
Connect the duct to the adaptor and secure the junction with duct tape or a duct clamp (not
included). Slant the duct away from the fan to avoid condensation running back into the fan
housing. For attic installations, we recommend the use of insulated ducts to reduce condensa-
tion.
IMPORTANT
• Ductwork must comply with local building codes.
• Ductwork from the fan should always vent to the outdoors through either an exterior wall or
roof.
• To maximize airow, keep duct length and the use of elbows to a minimum.
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Fig. 5.1
Fig. 6.1
Fig. 6.2
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8FINISHED CEILING OPENING
The opening within the nished ceiling must reect the shape and size of the fan housing. This
is done to facilitate removal of the fan should repairs or replacement be necessary.
9GRILLE INSTALLATION
To install the grille, hook one
of the two spring clips to its
respective hook located in the
fan housing.
Hook the second spring
clip with the opposite hook
located on the opposite
side of the fan housing.
10 HEAT LAMP INSTALLATION
Screw a heat lamp (not included) into the appropriate socket.
Fig. 8.1
Fig. 9.1 Fig. 9.2
Fig. 10.2
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B) INSTALLATION USING SLIDING BRACKETS
1PREPARATION
Before proceeding with the installation, plan ahead by taking into consideration the required clearances, ductwork and electrical wiring
involved. Make sure it will not impact the existing wiring.
2SPACING
Fan installation requires a vertical clearance of at least 7 inches within ceiling. If the joists
have a height of less than 7 inches, add ller in order to reach that height. Fan housing can be
centered between two joists spaced up to 24 inches on center.
3BACK DRAFT DAMPER INSTALLATION
Secure the back draft damper (included) to the adaptor by inserting it in the appropriate slots.
Make sure the ap opens upwards once the unit is ceiling-mounted
4ASSEMBLING THE FRONT BRACKETS
Slide two (2) brackets onto the railing located on the front side of the unit.
5ASSEMBLING THE REAR BRACKETS
Slide two (2) brackets onto the railing located at the back of the unit.
6SECURING THE FAN HOUSING
Fan housing centered between the ceiling joists (Fig. 6.1)
• Hold the fan housing centered between the ceiling joists. The housing ange must be level
with the lower edges of the joists.
• Slide the rails outwards at both sides until they reach the adjacent joists. Use 1 1⁄2 inch
screws to secure the sliding brackets to the joists
IMPORTANT
For brackets spanning wider than 18 inches, secure, using self-tapping screws (not included),
the overlapping portion of the brackets to the fan housing. (Fig. 6.2)
Fig. 2.1
Fig. 4.1
Fig. 5.1
Fig. 3.1
Fig. 6.1
Fig. 6.2
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7ELECTRICAL WIRING
Your exhaust fan offers 2 wiring possibilities either using a standard wall switch (SPST) or a 2
position selector switch.
WARNING
A) Before installing, switch off the appropriate circuit breaker in the electrical service panel.
B) Installation must comply with local and national electrical codes.
C) Must be installed by a certied electrician.
D) Unit must be properly grounded.
STANDARD WALL SWITCH (SPST)
The standard wall switch enables you to control the fan and the heat lamp at the same time.
1- Unscrew and remove the wiring compartment cover and pry out one of the knock-outs. The
cable clamp (included) must be inserted through the knock-out hole. (Fig. 7.1)
2- Using the cable clamp, run a cable from the wall switch (not included) into the fan wiring
compartment
3- Using connectors, attach green wires coming from the fan and the heat lamp to the bare
wire (ground) coming from the wall switch.
4- Using connectors, attach the fan and the heat lamp wires located inside the fan wiring com-
partment to the matching wires coming from the wall switch; black to black (hot); white to
white (neutral). (Fig. 7.2)
5- Replace the wiring compartment cover and secure it.
DOUBLE SWITCH
A double switch (not included) allows independent control of the fan and the heat
lamp.
For double switch wiring, please refer to the switch installation guide.
8CONNECTING THE DUCTWORK
Connect the duct to the adaptor and secure the junction with duct tape or a duct clamp (not
included). Slant the duct away from the fan to avoid condensation running back into the fan
housing. For attic installations, we recommend the use of insulated ducts to reduce condensa-
tion.
IMPORTANT
• Ductwork must comply with local building codes.
• Ductwork from the fan should always vent to the outdoors through either an exterior wall or
roof.
• To maximize airow, keep duct length and the use of elbows to a minimum.
9FINISHED CEILING OPENING
The opening within the nished ceiling must reect the shape and size of the fan housing. This
is done to facilitate removal of the fan should repairs or replacement be necessary.
10 GRILLE INSTALLATION
To install the grille, hook one
of the two spring clips to its
respective hook located in the
fan housing.
Hook the second spring
clip with the opposite hook
located on the opposite
side of the fan housing
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Fig. 7.1
Fig. 7.2
Fig. 8.1
Fig. 9.1
Fig. 10.2Fig. 10.1
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11 HEAT LAMP INSTALLATION
Screw a heat lamp (maximum 250W) (not included) into the appropriate socket.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Noisy fan Fan not working
• Check ductwork
- Ensure that bents in ductwork are kept to a
minimum.
- Junction between the back draft damper and the
duct must be airtight.
- In the case of a exible duct, ensure that it is not
sagging.
• Elbows angle must be greater than 90 degrees.
• Ensure that the outside hood is not blocked.
• Check for improper electrical wiring.
• Check that circuit breaker is in the ON
position
UL STANDARD 507 LISTED
CSA LISTED ACCORDING TO STANDARD C22.2 NO 113
ETL LISTED (3015005)
Stelpro Design inc.
1041, Parent Street
Saint-Bruno (Quebec)
J3V 6L7
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LIMITED WARRANTY
This product is guaranteed for a period of 1 year. If at any time during this period the unit becomes defective, it must be
returned to its place of purchase with a copy of the invoice, or simply contact our customer service department (with
a copy of the invoice in hand). The warranty is limited to the factory repair or the replacement of the unit, and does not
cover the cost of disconnection, transport, installation, and component replacement. Any damages or failures caused by
abuse, misuse, abnormal usage, faulty installation, or improper maintenance (other than that provided by Stelpro) will not
be covered by this warranty. Stelpro Design disclaims any responsibility for bodily injuries, losses of income and material
damages caused directly or indirectly by the product. Some States and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages and some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,
so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may have
other rights which vary from State to State and province to province.
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