Install The Unit; Tools And Materials; Mount The Ports On The Unit; Installation Using Isolator Pads - Broan GSFH1K Manual De Instrucciones De Instalación

6. INSTALL THE UNIT

6.1 T M
OOLS AND ATERIALS
Here are the tools and materials needed to perform the installation:
• Phillips screwdriver no. 2 or Robertson no. 1
• Hammer and flat blade screwdriver (for plenum connection installation only, to make holes in existing metal duct)
• Scissors or utility knife (to cut duct tape)
• Duct tape
• Tin snips or metal shear (for plenum connection installation only, to cut ductwork)
• Aluminum duct tape (for plenum connection installation only, use SMACNA duct tape)
• Jigsaw (except for the HEPA Filtration model GSFH1K)
• Extension cord
• Caulking gun and caulking (except for the HEPA Filtration model GSFH1K)
• 6'' Diameter insulated ducting (except for the HEPA Filtration model GSFH1K)
• 8'' Diameter insulated ducting.
NOTE: A 3-prong grounded 120 volt AC power outlet must exist or be installed within 3 ft of the unit, prior to unit installation.
6.2 M P
OUNT THE
Mount the 8" oval ports and the 5" to 6" oval ports on the top of the unit using the screws provided in
the hardware box (4 screws no. 8 x 3/4" long per port).
NOTES: 1. Although 4 screws are provided and prefered; only 1 screw per port is required to meet
code.
2. The HEPA Filtration only model has no 5" to 6" oval ports.
3. Do not install the front 8'' oval port (item 1 in illustration) at this time.
6.3 I U
NSTALLATION
If the unit cannot be hung, use the four adhesive square isolation pads provided with the unit. According to your needs and model (with
or without drain), you can install the unit either in vertical or horizontal position.
Make sure the unit is level.
When a HEPA Filtration Fresh Air & Heat Recovery Ventilation unit model GSHH3K is installed with adhesive isolator pads,
keep a minimum clearance of 4" between the unit and the ground (or shelf) for the drain.
6.4 F S
OR USPENDED
Use the four chains and springs in the hardware pack provided with the unit. According to your needs and model type, you can install the
unit either in a vertical or horizontal position.
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ORIZONTAL POSITION LEFT SIDE
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ERTICAL POSITION LL MODELS
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ORIZONTAL POSITION RIGHT SIDE
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