BROAN 659 Owner's Manual

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⚠️ WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

• Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
• THIS PRODUCT MUST BE GROUNDED.

UNITS WITH HEATERS ONLY:

• Do not use this unit with any solid-state speed control device.
• The combustion air flow needed for safe operation of fuel-burning equipment may be affected by this unit's operation. 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.
• When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
• Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

UNITS WITH HEATERS ONLY:

• Do not install this unit in a tub or shower enclosure.
• Never place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or shower.
• Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.
• Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock service panel to prevent power from being switched on accidentally.

? CAUTION

UNITS WITH HEATERS ONLY:

• Provide a separate 15 AMP circuit. Use 14 GA. power cable of type which meets code. (Separate 20 AMP circuit and 12 GA. wire for Model 655, 655MX.)
• This product is designed for ceiling installation only. This product is designed for installation in ceilings up to a 12/12 pitch. Ductwork must point up. DO NOT MOUNT THIS PRODUCT IN A WALL.
• Install in ceiling only, at least 6" from any wall.
• For greatest efficiency, install heater so heat is directed toward tub or shower area. Avoid directing toward walls or windows.

Models 657 & 657F ONLY:

• Acceptable for use over a bathtub or shower when installed in a GFCI protected branch circuit.
• For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
• To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced impellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc., off power unit.
• Please read specification label on product for further information and requirements.

PREPARE THE UNIT

STEPS 1 THRU 3 - UNITS WITH HEATERS ONLY

1. Make sure the heater assembly is unplugged from the RED receptacle.
2. Loosen the two retaining screws on the inside of the heater discharge opening. Place a screwdriver tip between the outer wall of the discharge opening and the fan housing. Gently pry outward until the exhaust discharge slips off the support lip on the outer housing. ?️ FIG. 1: Shows loosening retaining screws and prying the discharge opening.
3. Unhook hinge pins and lift heater assembly out of housing. ?️ FIG. 2: Illustrates unhooking hinge pins to remove the heater assembly.
4. Unplug the fan assembly from the BLACK receptacle. Remove the plastic bag and set it aside.
5. Remove the mounting screw and carefully lift the fan assembly out of the housing. ?️ FIG. 3: Depicts removing a mounting screw to lift the fan assembly.
6. Refer to the wiring diagram of your unit on the next page. Remove appropriate knockout(s) by inserting a screwdriver blade into slots and bending it back and forth to break tabs. ?️ FIG. 4: Points out the knockout areas on the housing for electrical connections.
7. Insert the adjustable mounting brackets into the bracket channels on the housing. ?️ FIG. 5: Shows inserting adjustable mounting brackets into housing channels.

INSTALL THE UNIT

1. For best results, choose a location which allows fan to be vented outside with the shortest possible duct run and the fewest number of elbows.
2. Position unit between joists and extend mounting brackets. Position brackets such that the bottom edge of housing will be flush with finished ceiling. Mark the top of keyhole slot on all four mounting brackets. ?️ FIG. 6: Illustrates positioning the unit between joists, extending brackets, and marking for nail placement.
3. Remove unit temporarily, and pound nails partially into joists at all four marked locations. ?️ FIG. 7: Depicts temporarily securing the unit by pounding nails into joists.
4. Hang unit from nails and use embossed measuring guides to check if unit will be flush with finished ceiling. Pound nails tight. For wide joist centers: A #8 x 3/8 self-tapping screw can be used to join extended brackets together and create a rigid mount. To ensure a noise-free mount, crimp the bracket channels tightly around mounting brackets. ?️ FIG. 8: Shows hanging the unit, using measuring guides, and methods for rigid mounting.
5. Snap the damper/duct connector onto housing. Make sure that tabs on the connector lock in housing slots. (Top of damper/duct connector will be flush with top of housing.) ?️ FIG. 9: Illustrates snapping the damper/duct connector onto the housing.
6. Wire unit according to Figure 10 or 11, whichever is appropriate. ? NOTE

STEP 14 - UNITS WITH HEATERS ONLY

1. Replace heater assembly removed in STEP 3 and plug it into RED receptacle. Direct wires away from blower inlet.
2. Replace fan assembly removed in STEP 5 and plug it into BLACK receptacle.

? CAUTION

To avoid the possibility of overheating and/or fire, the grille must be installed as shown in FIG. 12. Acorn nut must attach to threaded rod through proper hole in light reflector.

16. Slide the light reflector into opening in grille and plug into WHITE receptacle. Use acorn nut from plastic bag to attach grille reflector assembly to threaded rod on housing. Tighten securely using pliers or nut driver. Install a light bulb 100 Watt maximum. ?️ FIG. 12: Shows installation of the light reflector and grille, secured with an acorn nut.
17. Install light lens by 1) hooking one of its tabs into notch in grille/reflector assembly; 2) apply light pressure to other tab with fingertips and 3) snap into place. ?️ FIG. 13: Illustrates snapping the light lens into place.

? NOTE If the switch has not been wired properly and wires need to be moved:

1. Each wire opening has a release slot.
2. Push a small nail or screwdriver into release slot while gently removing wire.
3. DO NOT pull any wire out of the switch without using the release slot. The switch may be damaged.

WIRING DIAGRAMS

FIG. 10: MODEL 655, 655MX, 659

This diagram shows the electrical connections for the Broan 655, 655MX, and 659 models. It illustrates the placement of Red (Heater), Black (Fan Motor), White (Light), and Ground wires connecting to their respective receptacles (Red, Black, White) and the main 120 VAC line input.

FIG. 11: MODEL 657

This diagram shows the electrical connections for the Broan 657 model. It illustrates the placement of White (Light), Red/Red (Heater/Fan), Black (Fan Motor), and Ground wires connecting to their respective receptacles (White, Red, Black) and the main 120 VAC line input.

USE AND CARE

DISCONNECT ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CLEANING OR SERVICING THIS UNIT.

TO REPLACE BULB

Remove lens by gently depressing sides and pull down. Use bulb rated up to 100 watts only.

TO CLEAN LENS AND GRILLE

Remove lens as explained above. Remove bulb. Remove acorn nut in center of reflector and lower assembly.

? CAUTION: Grille and reflector are separate units. Unplug light from white receptacle. Plastic parts can be cleaned with mild, soapy water and dried with soft cloth. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLOTHS, STEEL WOOL PADS, OR SCOURING POWDERS.

TO CLEAN FAN ASSEMBLY

Unplug fan motor cord from black receptacle. Remove retaining screw located near receptacle. See FIG. 3.

? CAUTION: Fan and motor will swing downward when screw is removed. Support this unit with free hand while removing retaining screw. Gently vacuum fan, motor and interior of housing. Motor is permanently lubricated - never needs oiling.

TO CLEAN HEATER ASSEMBLY

Unplug heater cord from red receptacle. Loosen retaining screws. Place a screwdriver tip between outer wall of housing and heater exhaust opening. Gently pry outward until exhaust housing slips off support tip. See FIG. 1.

? CAUTION: Unit will swing downward when released. Support with free hand while prying with screwdriver. Gently vacuum blower, motor and interior of housing. Motor is permanently lubricated - never needs oiling.

METAL AND ELECTRICAL PARTS SHOULD NEVER BE IMMERSED IN WATER.

TO REASSEMBLE ALL ABOVE PARTS

Reverse all procedures explained above. Be sure hinge pins are in place when reassembling fan and heater units. (See FIG. 2.) Assemblies should not be disassembled any further than explained above.

BROAN-NUTONE ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Broan-NuTone warrants to the original consumer purchaser of its products that such products will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

During this one-year period, Broan-NuTone will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge, any product or part which is found to be defective under normal use and service.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO FLUORESCENT LAMP STARTERS AND TUBES. This warranty does not cover (a) normal maintenance and service or (b) any products or parts which have been subject to misuse, negligence, accident, improper maintenance or repair (other than by Broan-NuTone), faulty installation or installation contrary to recommended installation instructions.

The duration of any implied warranty is limited to the one-year period as specified for the express warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

BROAN-NUTONE'S OBLIGATION TO REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT BROAN-NUTONE'S OPTION, SHALL BE THE PURCHASER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY. BROAN-NUTONE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH PRODUCT USE OR PERFORMANCE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. This warranty supersedes all prior warranties.

To qualify for warranty service, you must (a) notify Broan-NuTone at the address stated below or telephone: 1-800-637-1453, (b) give the model number and part identification and (c) describe the nature of any defect in the product or part. At the time of requesting warranty service, you must present evidence of the original purchase date.

Broan-NuTone LLC
926 West State Street
Hartford, WI 53027
(1-800-637-1453)

SERVICE PARTS

The diagram below shows an exploded view of the service parts for Broan models 655, 655MX, 657, and 659. Replacement parts can be ordered on the website www.broan.com.

Diagram Description: The diagram provides a detailed breakdown of the unit's components, with numbered parts corresponding to the table below. It includes views of the housing, fan, heater, grille, light assembly, and various fasteners. Grounding details for the 657 model are also shown.

Order service parts by "Part No. - Not by "Key No." Encargue piezas de reemplazo por No. Pieza - NO por No. Código.

Broan-NuTone LLC, 926 West State Street, Hartford, WI 53027 (1-800-637-1453)