Nutone 769RF - Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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Bathroom Exhaust
Fan/Fluorescent Light
Combination

MODEL: 769RF

FOR BEST RESULTS

When installing the Exhaust Fan/Light in a new

construction site, install housing during the rough-in
construction of the building. The blower unit and grille should
be installed after the finished ceiling is in place.

To install the Exhaust Fan/Light in an existing finished

building see instructions page 4.

FIGURE 1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 questions, contact the
manufacturer.

B. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at

service panel and lock service panel 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.

CAUTION:

For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust

hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

A. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by

qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes
and standards, including fire-rated construction.

B. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and

exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney) of fuel
burning equipment to prevent back drafting. 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.

C. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage

electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

D. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
E. If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it must be

marked as appropriate for the application.

F. NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from a tub

or shower.

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The exhaust fan consists of the housing, power unit/blower
assembly (motor, wheel, mounting plate,) grille/lens
assembly, reflector/lamp plug assembly (lamps not
furnished) and duct collar.

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control
device.

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Not for use in kitchens.

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For installation in sloped ceilings up to 12/12 pitch.

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Ductwork must point up.

DUCT COLLAR

HOUSING

SLOTS

TABS

POWER UNIT/
BLOWER
ASSEMBLY

GRILLE

REFLECTOR

LENS

• SUITABLE FOR USE OVER A TUB OR

SHOWER WHEN INSTALLED IN A G.F.C.I.
PROTECTED BRANCH CIRCUIT.

• DO NOT INSTALL IN A CEILING INSULATED TO A

VALUE GREATER THAN R-40.