INSTALLATION
1. The compactness of the FG series, plus the adaptability to be mounted in any position, permits easy installation. This straight-thru air flow fan
can be mounted at any angle from horizontal to vertical.
2. Because this unit has rotating parts, safety precautions should be exercised during this phase of installation, operation and maintenance.
3. CAUTION: For General Ventilation Use Only. Do Not Use To Exhaust Hazardous Or Explosive Material and Vapors.
4. Remove unit from package and inspect within 15 days after receipt. If damaged, report damage to carrier. Do NOT operate this unit with visible
damage to the blower or impeller assembly.
5. WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS - OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have any questions, contact your manufacturer's representative.
B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on
accidentally. When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
C. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including
fire-rated construction.
D. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent back draft-
ing. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer's guideline and safety standards such as those published by the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA), and the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.
E. When cutting or drilling into wall and ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
F. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
G. If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it must be marked as appropriate for the application and be connected to a GFCI (Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter) – protected branch circuit.
H.NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or shower.
6. For PB Series fans, if bracket is used to mount fan, refer to illustration 1. If suspending fan with hanger straps, refer to illustration 2.
7. To attach duct work, use duct tape at inlet and outlet to assure good seal. If using FANTECH FC clamps: attach FC clamps and insert screws
through clamp into inlet and outlet flanges. CAUTION: Use
screw penetrate the metal of the inlet flange but not so far as to bind the impeller. It may be necessary to angle screws away from impeller.
CAUTION: If not using FANTECH FC clamps use
8. Screen guards must be installed when fan will be within reach of personnel, within seven (7) feet of working area, or when advisable for safety.
9. FGC models are factory wired with a power cord. If installing a FGC model outdoors - Use only on GFCI protected receptacles. Do not use an
extension cord with these models.
10. An appropriate duct termination device (roof cap, wall cap, louvered shutters, etc.) are to be used with this fan.
INSTALLATION DIAGRAMS FOR MODEL FG DUCT FANS
Illustration 1
Models
• 4/4XL • 6
• 5/5XL
Fan bracket should be installed, then fan mounted directly to bracket using sheet metal screws.
Illustration 2
Clamp Fastener
Fans may be sus-
pended without
special mounting
brackets.
Vibration absorbing material
" sheet metal screws to secure duct work to inlet and outlet. It is critical that the
1 /2
1 /4
" screws.
Models
• 6XL
• 10/10XL
• 8/8XL
Duct Fan
Screws
Spiral duct
Models
• 12/12XL
Mounting Bracket & Screw Locations for FG
Models
Models
• 4
• 4XL
• 5
• 5XL
Models
Models
• 6
• 6XL
• 6M
• 8/8XL
• 10/10XL