
2 Safety
2.1 Safety definitions
Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out specially
important parts of the manual.
Warning
If you do not obey these instructions, there
is a risk of death or injury.
Caution
If you do not obey these instructions, there
is a risk of damage to the product, other
materials or the adjacent area.
Note:
Information that is necessary in a given situation.
2.2 Safety Instructions
Warning
This product is intended for general ventila-
tion use only. If you have questions, contact
Fantech. To decrease the risk of fire, elec-
tric shock, or injury, read and obey the fol-
lowing warning instructions before you do
work on the product:
• The ventilation contractor and the operator are responsible
for correctly installing the product.
• When installing the product, obey all applicable local condi-
tions and laws, and fire-rated construction codes and
standards.
• Because the product has rotating parts, exercise safety pre-
cautions when installing, operating, and maintaining the
product.
• Before installing, servicing, troubleshooting, or cleaning, set
the product’s electrical power supply source in the OFF posi-
tion, and lock the service disconnecting means. If the serv-
ice disconnecting means cannot be locked, attach a large
warning device to the service panel.
• To prevent the product from backdrafting, obey the heating
equipment manufacturer’s guidelines and safety standards
such as those published by the National Fire Protection As-
sociation (NFPA), the American Society for Heating, Refrig-
eration & Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and the
local code authorities.
• When cutting or drilling into walls or ceilings, watch for elec-
trical wiring and other hidden utilities to prevent damage.
• Ducted exhaust fans must always be released to the
outdoors
• When installing the product over a tub or shower, identify as
appropriate for the application and connect to a GFCI
(Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) – protected branch circuit
(ceiling installation only).
• Make sure the product is correctly grounded.
• Never place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or
shower.
• Do not use this product with any solid-state speed control
device.
• Do not block the air intakes or exhaust.
• Do not mount this product in an outdoor location.
• Install the product at least 7 feet (2.1 meters) above the floor.
• Do not start and stop the product quickly.
• Do not clean the product with chemicals that can cause cor-
rosion or water more than 60° Celsius (140° Fahrenheit).
• Do not let unwanted objects enter the product.
• Do not use this product to remove hazardous or explosive
material and vapours.
• Do not mount this product vertically.
• This product is designed for installation in ceilings up to a
12/12 pitch (45 degree angle)
• Do not mount this product in kitchens.
• Do not release air into spaces within walls or into attics,
crawl spaces, or garages.
• Do not install this product in a ceiling with a thermal insula-
tion value more than R40.
Note:
Ducting has a strong effect on the air flow, noise and energy
use of the fan. Use the shortest, straightest duct routing pos-
sible for best performance, and avoid installing the fan with
smaller ducts than recommended. Insulation around the
ducts can reduce energy loss and inhibit mold growth. Fans
installed with existing ducts may not achieve their rated air
flow.
2.3 Personal protective equipment
Use personal protective equipment during all work on the
product.
• Approved eye protection
• Approved protective helmet
• Approved hearing protection
• Approved protective gloves
• Approved protective shoes
• Approved work clothing
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