BFQ Series Installation Manual

2. Install the grill by squeezing the two ends of the springs
together and installing them up into the slots of the fan’s
housing. Push the grill up into position (Figure 9).
3. Restore power and test your installation.
SECTION 7
Use and Care
CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT
SERVICE PANEL BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.
1. Cleaning the Grill: Remove grill and use a mild detergent,
such as dishwashing liquid, and dry with a soft cloth. NEVER
USE ANY ABRASIVE PADS OR SCOURING POWDERS.
Completely dry grill before reinstalling. Refer to instructions
in Section 6
Finishing the Installation , to reinstall grill.
2. Cleaning the Fan Assembly: Unplug the motor cord from
receptacle. Wipe all parts with a dry cloth or gently vacuum
the fan. NEVER IMMERSE ELECTRICAL PARTS IN WATER.
Plug the motor cord back in and restore power.
SECTION 5
Wiring
CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT
SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
CAUTION: ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE
MADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES, ORDINANCES,
OR NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. IF YOU ARE UNFAMILIAR
WITH METHODS OF INSTALLING ELECTRICAL WIRING, SECURE
THE SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
1. Run wiring from an approved wall switch carrying the
appropriate rating. One neutral (white), one ground (green or
bare copper), and one hot (black lead connected to the switch).
Secure the electrical wires to the housing with an approved
electrical connector. Make sure you leave enough wiring in
the box to make the connection to the fan’s receptacle.
2. From where you have access to inside the fan’s junction
box, connect the White wire from the house to the White
wire from the fan’s receptacle. Connect the Black wire from
the wall switch to the Black wire from the fan’s receptacle.
Connect the ground wire from the house to the Green wire
from the fan’s receptacle (Figure 7). Use approved methods
for all connections.
SECTION 6
Completing the Installation
1. Reinstall the fan’s wire compartment cover. Rotate the blower
wheel by hand to ensure it spins freely. Plug the fan’s quick
connect motor cord into the receptacle. This cord will only
fit one way into the receptacle (Figure 8).
Troubleshooting Guide
Trouble Probable Cause Suggested Remedy
1. Fan does not operate when the switch is on. 1a. A fuse may be blown or a circuit tripped. 1a. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
1b. Connector plug from motor is not plugged in. 1b. Turn off power to unit. Remove Grill and plug motor into receptacle
in housing. Restore power to unit.
1c. Wiring is not connected properly. 1c. Turn off power to unit. Check that all wires are connected.
2. Fan is operating, but air moves slower than normal. 2. Obstruction in the exhaust ducting. 2. Check for any obstructions in the ducting. The most common are bird nests
in the roof cap or wall cap where the fan exhausts to the outside.
3. Fan is operating louder than normal. 3a. Motor is loose. 3a. Turn off power to unit. Remove grill and check that all screws are fully
tightened. Restore power to unit.
3b. Fan blade is hitting housing of unit. 3b. Call your dealer for service.
Figure 7
Ground
Supply
from
house
White
Figure 8
Figure 9
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