GV BV-BF-01-PLUS Guida
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throom VENTILAtion fan
INSTALLatiON MANUAL and USER GUIDE
MODEL: BV-BF-01-PLUS
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Table of Contents
Safety Information ..................................2
Limited Lifetime Warranty ...........................3
What Is Covered...................................3
Warranty ..........................................3
Product Specifications ...............................3
Typical Installation .................................4
Pre-Installation.....................................4
Wiring Diagrams ..................................5
Wiring Instructions.................................5
Planning Installation ...............................6
Tools Required ....................................6
Hardware Included.................................6
Package Contents .................................7
Installation - New Construction ........................8
Installation - Existing Construction ....................10
Care and Maintenance ..............................13
Troubleshooting ...................................13
Safety Information
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE
MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO ASSEMBLE,
OPERATE, OR INSTALL THE PRODUCT.
□Always disconnect the power supply prior to servicing the fan,
motor, or junction box.
□Follow all local building, safety, and electrical codes as well as
the National Electrical Code (NEC) and Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA).
□Electric Service supply must be 120V, 60 Hz.
□This product must properly connect to the supply circuit’s
grounding conductor.
□Do not bend or kink the power wires.
□Do not use this fan with any solid state control device, such as
a remote control, dimmer switch, or certain timers. Mechanical
timers are not solid-state devices.
□Do not install in a ceiling with insulation greater than R40.
□Duct work should be installed in a straight line with minimal
bends.
□Duct work size must be the same size as the discharge and
should not be reduced. Reducing the duct size may increase fan
noise.
□If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it must be
marked as appropriate for the application. When the fan is
going to be installed in the bathroom, the fan and the tub must
be more than 1.0 meters between each other. The fan must be
installed at the other side of the tub in ceiling. Acceptable for
use over a bathtub or shower when installed in a GFCI-protected
branch circuit.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: Use this unit in the
manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have any
questions. Please call customer service.
WARNING: Before servicing or cleaning the unit,
switch the power off at the service panel and lock the
service. Disconnect or disable any means by which the
power can be switched on accidentally. When the service
disconnection means cannot be locked, securely fasten
a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service
panel.
WARNING: Installation work and electrical wiring must
be done by a qualied person(s) in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards, including re-rated
construction.
WARNING: Sufcient air is needed for proper combustion
and exhausting of gases through the ue (chimney) of
fuel burning equipment to prevent backdrafting. Follow
the heating equipment manufacturer’s guideline and
safety standards such as those published by the National
Fire Protection Association (NFPA); the American Society
for Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE); and local code authorities.
WARNING: When cutting the ceiling, do not damage
electrical wiring or other hidden utilities.
WARNING: Ducted fans must always be vented to the
outdoors.
CAUTION: For general ventilation use only. Do not use to
exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
CAUTION: Not for use in cooking areas.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury to persons, install
the fan at least 8 ft. (2.5 m.) above the oor.
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Warranty
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED
If this product fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship at any time during the rst THREE years of ownership, the manufacturer
will replace it free of charge, postage-paid at their option. This warranty does not cover products that have been abused, altered, damaged,
misused, cut or worn. This warranty does not cover use in commercial applications. Use only manufacturer-supplied genuine warranty
repair replacement parts to repair this fan. Use of non-genuine repair parts will void your warranty. The manufacturer DISCLAIMS all other
implied or express warranties, including all warranties of merchantability and/or tness for a particular purpose. As some states do not
allow exclusions or limitations on an implied warranty, the above exclusions and limitations may not apply. This warranty gives you specic
legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state.
This warranty is limited to the replacement of defective parts only. Labor charges and/or damage incurred during installation, repair,
replacement, or incidental and consequential damages connected with the above are excluded. Any damage to this product as a result of
neglect, misuse, accident, improper installation or use other than the purpose SHALL VOID THIS WARRANTY. Shipping costs for returning the
product as part of a claim on the warranty must be paid for by the customer.
Product Specications
Power Consumption: 25 W Weight: 8.98 lbs
120V, 60 Hz Ceiling Opening Dimension Requirements: 9.25 in. x 8.9 in. x 6.1 in.
Duct Diameter: 4 in. Airflow: 90 CFM
Sound Output: 0.9 Sone
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Pre-Installation
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
The ducting from this fan to the outside of the building has a strong
effect on the air ow, noise and energy use of the fan. Use the
shortest, straightest duct routing possible 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 ow.
Do not install ventilation fan in areas where the duct work will
require conguration as shown.
Ensure duct joints and exterior penetrations are sealed with
caulk or other similar material to create an airtight path,
minimize building heat loss and gain, and reduce the potential for
condensation.
Place/wrap insulation around the duct and/or fan to in order to
minimize possible condensation buildup within the duct, and
building heat loss and gain. Wall cap
Eave vent
Wall
Eave
Roof
Duct
Fan housing
Duct
Fan housing
Duct
Fan housing
Rook cap
Avoid duct shrink Too many elbowsTurning angle too sharp
Minimum 18 in.
Fan body
Recommended
Elbow near the body
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Pre-Installation (Continued)
WIRING DIAGRAMS
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
To be sold only with installation instructions.
WARNING: Wiring must comply with all applicable electrical codes. Turn OFF power before removing or installing connectors.
WARNING: USE COPPER TO COPPER ONLY. Do not use aluminum wire.
CAUTION: The accessory part (wire nut) should meet the installation instructions below.
NOTICE: Important wire information. Maximum temperature rating 105˚ C (221˚ F). There is a 600V maximum for building wire and a 1,000V maximum
in signs and lighting xtures. The acceptable wire range includes Solid: 12-18 AWG.
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Pre-Installation (continued)
PLANNING INSTALLATION
Before beginning the product installation, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with the package contents list and hardware
contents. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to install the product.
WARNING: Turn off the electricity at breaker box before
beginning installation.
NOTE: Installation may vary depending on how the
previous bath fan was installed. Supplies necessary for the
installation of your bath fan are not all included. However,
most are available at your local home improvement or
hardware store.
1. Carefully remove the unit from the carton.
2. Check the area above the installation location to be sure that
wiring can run to the planned location, that duct work can be
run, and that the area is sufcient for proper ventilation.
3. Inspect duct work and wiring before proceeding with
installation.
4. Before installation, provide inspection and future maintenance
access at a location that will not interfere with installation
work.
5. You may need a second person’s help to install this fan; one
person on the attic side and one person on the room side.
TOOLS REQUIRED
Claw
hammer
Phillips
screwdriver
Flat
screwdriver Utility knife Safety goggles Drill bits Power drill Duct tape
HARDWARE INCLUDED
NOTE: Hardware not shown to actual size.
AA BB
Part Description Quantity
AA Long wood screws (M4 x 30 mm) 8
BB Machine screws (M4 x 12 mm) 3
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Pre-Installation (continued)
PACKAGE CONTENTS
A
B
E
D
C
Part Description Quantity
A Fan housing 1
B Grille 1
C Suspension bracket 1 1
D Suspension bracket 2 1
E Suspension bracket 3 1
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Installation - New Construction
CAUTION: Make sure the power is switched off at the
service panel before starting installation.
NOTE: Ceiling mount only.
1Attaching the fan housing to the
ceiling joist
CAUTION: Allow for the thickness of ceiling board used in
your application. Do not ush mount to the joist. The ange
should be ush with the bottom of the ceiling board.
□If spacing between joists is 12 in. apart, use four long wood
screws (AA) to attach the fan housing (A) directly to the
joists from the bottom through the ceiling board.
AA
A
2Attaching the fan housing to the
ceiling joist using suspension
brackets
□If spacing between joists is 16 in. - 24 in., insert
suspension bracket 1 (C) into the bracket cover on the
duct connector side of the fan housing (A). Then, attach
suspension bracket 2 (D) and suspension bracket 3 (E) to
the back of the fan housing (A).
E
C
D
A
3Securing the fan housing to ceiling
joist
□Secure the fan housing (A) to the joist with suspension
brackets (D, E) using long wood screws (AA).
A
D, E
AA
4Securing suspension brackets onto
the fan housing
□Secure suspension brackets (D, E) to the fan housing (A) using
the two machine screws (BB) and secure suspension bracket
(C) to the other side of the housing using the machine screw
(BB).
D, E BB
BB
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Installation - New Construction (continued)
5 Removing the wiring cover on the fan
housing
□Remove the wiring box cover (1). Pull the house wires
through the wire box cover hole. Using the wire nut (2),
secure the 120V AC house wiring from the wall switch to
the fan as shown in the wiring diagram on page 4. 14 AWG
is the smallest conductor that should be used for branch
circuit wiring.
□Carefully push the connected wires back into the wiring
box housing. Reattach the wiring box cover (1).
CAUTION: If the electrical wires do not match the
colors listed, you must determine what each house wire
represents before connecting. You may need to consult an
electrical contractor to determine safely.
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6 Connecting the duct
□Connect a 4 in. circular duct (not supplied) and vent to the
outside. Secure it with duct tape (not supplied) or a clamp
(not supplied) to make the connection secure and airtight.
□Turn on the power source. Check the fan for any abnormal
sound or vibration.
7 Installing the grille
□Use the spring clips to pinch mount and insert the grille (B)
into the narrow rectangular slots inside of the fan housing
(A) next to the fan motor.
B
A
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Installation - Existing Construction
CAUTION: Make sure the power is switched off at the service panel before starting
installation.
1 Removing the existing fan
□Remove the old fan from the ceiling.
2 Measuring the ceiling opening
□Measure the opening to ensure it is large enough to
accommodate the new fan body (A) (9.25 in. x 8.9 in.).
3 Enlarging the opening (optional)
□If this fan is not replacing an old fan, cut a 9.25 in. x 8.9 in.
opening for the fan body (A).
□MAKE SURE ONE EDGE OF THE OPENING IS FLUSH WITH
THE JOIST FOR INSTALLATION FROM BELOW.
9.25”
8.9”
4 Removing the motor and power line
□Loosen the three screws where indicated by the arrows.
□Remove the motor and power line (1) from the housing (A).
A
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