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1. Can I exhaust my fan into my attic instead of out the roof or wall?
   Never exhaust air into spaces within walls, ceilings, attics, crawl spaces or garages.The humidity may damage the structure and insulation.
2. What type of duct is recommended, rigid or flexible?
   It is recommended, where possible, to use rigid duct. It has less resistance to air flow and allows the fan to operate much more efficiently. If flexible duct is used, be sure the duct is as straight as possible.
3. Can I use a smaller diameter duct than what the fan is designed for?
   This is not recommended. It will cause the fan to run harder, greatly reducing the CFM performance of the fan and create excess noise.
4. Does a duct-free bath fan expel air?
   No. A duct-free fan is not a ventilating device. It does not remove air from the room.
5. Why is water dripping from the grille of the fan?
   Dripping water is either condensation (usually due to cold ductwork or improper duct installation), or a problem with the seal on a wall or roof vent. Insulated ductwork can help solve condensation problems, and running the fan longer will ensure moisture is completely removed from the duct. Duc ...
6. Why do the windows and mirrors fog even when the fan is running?
   If windows and mirrors are very cold, condensation can still form on these surfaces. And if your bathroom is sealed tightly, replacement air may not be entering the room fast enough to displace the moist air. Be sure to undercut your door sufficiently to draw fresh air into the room. Fan placeme ...
7. Where should the exhaust fan be located?
   Exhaust fans should be located in or near the shower or tub, and in an enclosed water closet. Keep exhaust points opposite the supply air source to ensure that the fresh air is drawn through the room. Bathroom doors should not be sealed too tightly at the bottom in order to allow “makeup a ...
8. Nutone
   Since their beginning in 1936, NuTone has pioneered many of the product innovations now established as standards of the industry. In 1998, Nortek acquired NuTone, adding it to the Broan Group. Today, Broan-NuTone carries on the commitment.
9. I don't understand Ventilation. Can you help me?
   Principles of Heating and Cooling Understanding how heat is transferred from the outdoors into your home and from your home to your body is important for understanding the challenge of keeping your house cool. Understanding the processes that help keep your body cool is important in understandi ...
10. Why does the color of my lamp differ from other lamps of the same Kelvin?
    All manufacturers vary slightly in color from Kelvin to Kelvin. Different bulbs also act differntly. Have you ever seen some florescent lights start right away, while others flicker before they turn on? Metal halide lamps require up to 100 hours to burn in set to the right color temperature. ...
11. What is the difference between a mogul base and a medium base?
    Mogul bases are the standard for single ended (SE) metal halide lighting. Medium base is very similar to a household incandescent socket and is usually only available for lower wattages.
12. Can I use an inline or multi-port fan in one large bathroom?
    Yes, this works the best for large rooms because you can install the ports over the areas where the ventilation is needed the most (source control).The size of the multi-port would be determined by the size of the room.
13. Why does my lamp flicker and turn off?
    A Metal Halide, florescent, or specialty bulb may flicker and turn off during the first 100 hours burn in period. A normal house hold bulb may acturally burn filiment off the outside of the glass as well. Let everything cool down and restart.
14. What is a Sone, and how is it measured?
    A Sone is a measurement of sound in terms of comfortable hearing level for an average listener.The lower the sone value, the more comfortable the listening environment. Sones are not decibels or volume, but rather how sound is “sensed.” One sone is the equivalent of a quiet refriger ...
15. What does CFM mean?
    CFM is the acronym for Cubic Feet per Minute — the measure of air volume moved by the fan blower. Choose a fan with a CFM rating appropriate for your room size to ensure adequate ventilation.
16. What is continuous ventilation?
    Continuous ventilation provides today’s airtight homes with a relatively constant and controlled lower level of ventilation. NuTone’s extremely quiet and efficient QT Series is ideally suited for these applications.
17. Can I mount NuTone fans above my tub and shower?
    Most NuTone fans are rated for use over a shower or bathtub with a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter).
18. Can my ceiling fan be surrounded by insulation?
    Yes. NuTone bath fans are designed to provide adequate cooling for motors and lighting, as well as products with integral heaters.
19. Will NuTone Fans work in wall-mount applications?
    Some bath and utility fans may be wall mounted. See the spec matrix for specific models. Improper installation may affect fan life, safety and your warranty.
20. Will NuTone Fans work in wall-mount applications?
    Some NuTone bath and utility fans may be wall mounted. See the spec matrix for specific models. Improper installation may affect fan life, safety and your warranty.