AK863L - Fan Air King - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Air King
Model	AK863L
Product Type	Fan with Light Combo
Use	General ventilation, suitable for bathroom or shower with ground fault circuit interrupter
Power Supply	120 V, 60 Hz
Main Bulb Type	Incandescent A19, max 100 W (AK863L) or fluorescent 26 W, G24-d3 (AK863FL)
Night Light Bulb	Type C7, max 7 W (candelabra base)
Mounting Method	Ceiling or wall, on joist or between joists with mounting cross bars
Material	Steel (housing), glass (lens)
Warranty	1 year for original purchaser
Safety	Ground fault circuit interrupter required, do not use in kitchens, disconnect power before servicing
Maintenance	Clean grill with mild detergent, vacuum internal parts, do not immerse
Duct	Exhaust to outside via rigid duct (minimum 6" diameter)
Replacement Parts	Available, full list in manual (housing, motor, bulb, grill, etc.)
Customer Service	Toll-free 800-465-7300, Monday to Friday 8am-4pm EST

Frequently Asked Questions - AK863L Air King

How to install the Air King AK863L fan?

Install the housing according to the appropriate method (new construction or existing). Use the provided mounting cross bars to secure between joists or directly to a joist. Attach the duct to the collar and exhaust to the outside. Wire according to diagram (white neutral, green ground, live wires black/red/yellow). Reinstall the venturi, reflector, and grill.

What bulbs to use for the AK863L model?

For the AK863L model, use an incandescent bulb type A19 medium base, maximum 100 watts. For the night light, use a type C7 bulb (candelabra base) maximum 7 watts.

How to clean the fan grill?

Remove the grill by pressing the springs. Wash with mild detergent (dish soap type) and dry with a soft cloth. Never use abrasives or scouring powder. Reinstall the grill by inserting the springs into the slots on the housing.

What to do if the fan does not work?

First check the fuse or circuit breaker. Make sure the motor plug is securely inserted into the receptacle. Turn off power, remove the grill and check connections. If problem persists, the motor may be defective and must be replaced.

Can I use this fan in a kitchen?

No. The manual clearly states a warning: 'DO NOT USE IN KITCHENS'. This fan is designed for general ventilation only, not for exhausting greasy or explosive vapors.

Is this fan suitable for a bathroom?

Yes, provided it is installed on a circuit protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). It is acceptable above a bathtub or shower, but the switch must not be accessible from those locations.

How to replace the night light bulb?

Turn off power. Remove the grill by pressing the springs. For the night light, unscrew the bulb from its socket and replace with a type C7 bulb maximum 7 watts (candelabra base). Reinstall the grill.

What is the warranty period for the Air King AK863L?

The warranty is one year from date of purchase for the original purchaser, and ends if the product is sold or transferred. It covers manufacturing defects, but not damage due to misuse or unauthorized repairs.

What to do if the fan is noisy?

Check that all screws are tight. Turn off power, remove the grill and tighten fasteners. If noise persists (blade rubbing), contact your dealer for service. A loose reflector bolt can also cause a rattling noise.

Can I use a speed control with this fan?

No. The warning states: 'DO NOT use this fan with an electronic speed control' to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock.

USER MANUAL AK863L Air King

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS - OPERATING MANUAL

Models:AK863L,AK863FL

Exhaust Fan with Light

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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to person, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before installing or using exhaust fan.
2. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.
3. Before servicing or cleaning the 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.
4. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-related construction.
5. 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.

CAUTION: FOR GENERAL VENTILATING USE ONLY. DO NOT USE TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS AND VAPORS.

1. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
2. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
3. This unit must be grounded.
4. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced impellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.

1. Acceptable for use over a bathtub or shower when installed in a GFCI protected branch circuit.
2. NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or shower.
3. Do not install in a ceiling with thermal insulation value greater than R40.

WARNING: DO NOT USE IN KITCHENS

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

SECTION 1

Preparing the Exhaust Fan

1. Unpack fan from the carton and confirm that all pieces are present. In addition to the exhaust fan you should have:

1 - Grill with Light Lens
1 - Damper Assembly (attached)
4 - Mounting Rails
1 - Instruction/Safety Sheet

1. Remove the fan's light reflector, which is secured in place with one center located screw. Also remove the lock washer washer and flat washer. Keep all parts in the carton until needed so they do not get damaged or lost (Figure 1).

1. Remove the fan's venturi assembly, which is secured in place with one screw through the venturi. Keep the venturi assembly in the carton until needed so it does not get damaged or lost (Figure 2).

1. Choose the location for your fan. To ensure the best air and sound performance, it is recommended that the length of ducting and the number of elbows be kept to a minimum, and that insulated hard ducting be used. Larger duct sizes will reduce noise and airflow restrictions. This fan will require at least 6^ of clearance in the ceiling or wall, and will mount through drywall up to 3 / 4'' thick. The fan can be mounted directly to the joist using the mounting tabs on the side of the housing or between 16^ on center joists using the 4 provided mounting rails.

2. Select the most convenient electrical knockout and remove using a straight-blade screw driver (Figure 3).

SECTION 2

New Construction

1a. Mounting Rail Installation: Install the rails on the housing and position the housing next to the joist with the transition plate flush to the underside of the joist. Secure the ends of the rails with screws or nails (not included) to the joists and slide the housing into the final position (Figure 4).

1b. Mounting Tab Installation: Position the fan so that the tabs rest flat against the joist with the transition plate flush to the underside of the joist. Secure with four nails or screws (not provided) to ensure proper installation (Figure 5).

SECTION 3

Existing Construction

1a. Mounting Rail Installation: Set housing in position between the joist and trace an outline onto the ceiling material (Figure 6). Set housing aside and cut opening, being careful not to cut or damage any electrical or other hidden utilities. Install the rails on the housing and position the housing in the previously cut hole so that it is flush with the finished ceiling. Secure the ends of the rails with screws or nails (not included) to the joists (Figure 4).

1b. Mounting Tab Installation: Position housing against the joist and trace an outline of the housing onto the ceiling material (Figure 7). Set housing aside and cut opening, being careful not to cut or damage any electrical or other hidden utilities. Place housing next to the joist and insure that it is flush with the finished ceiling. Secure with four screws or nails (not provided) to ensure proper installation (Figure 5).

SECTION 4

Ducting

CAUTION: ALL DUCTING MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL BUILDING CODES.

1. Connect the ducting to the fan's duct collar (Figure 8). Secure in place using tape or screw clamp. Always duct the fan to the outside through a wall or roof cap.

NOTE: If damper detaches from unit, reattach by snapping the collar back onto the unit. It is designed to only fit one way.

SECTION 5

Wiring

CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

CAUTION: ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES, ORDINANCES, OR NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. IF YOU ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH METHODS OF INSTALLING ELECTRICAL WIRING, SECURE THE SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

1. Run wiring from an approved wall switch carrying the appropriate rating. One neutral (white), one ground (green or bare copper), and three hot (black, red, yellow leads connected to the switch, one for each function). Secure the electrical wires to the housing with an approved electrical connector. Make sure you leave enough wiring in the box to make the connection to the fan's receptacle.
2. From where you have access to the fan's junction box, connect the white wire from the house to the two white wires from the fan. Connect one hot (black) wire from the wall switch to the black wire from the fan (this is the fan control). Connect second hot (red) wire from the wall switch to the red wire from the fan (this is the main light control). Connect the third hot (yellow) wire from the wall switch to the yellow wire from the fan (this is the night light control). Connect the ground wire from the house to the green wire from the fan (Figure 9). Use approved methods for all connections.

SECTION 6

Completing the Installation

1. Reinstall the fan's venturi by holding it at approximately a 45 degree angle, hook the two tabs on the venturi into the slots on the housing and secure in place by tightening the venturi screw. Rotate the blower wheel by hand to ensure it spins freely. Now plug the fan motor into the receptacle (Figure 10).

1. Plug cord from lamp holders into the appropriate receptacle (Figure 11).

3. Reinstall the light reflector by securing in place on the mounting bolt with the flat washer then the reflector, two lock washers and reflector nut. Tighten nut fully (Figure 12).

CAUTION: FAILURE TO SECURE THE REFLECTOR BOLT MAY RESULT IN A RATTLING OR HUMMING NOISE.

1. Install the appropriate bulbs (not included) specific to your model:

AK863L: Install a 100 watt maximum, type A19 medium base incandescent bulb (not included) and a 7 watt maximum type C7 (candelabra base) night light (not included).

AK863FL: Install a 26 watt maximum, 2 pin quad, G24-d3 fluorescent lamp (not included) and a 7 watt maximum type C7 (candelabra base) night light (not included).

Sylvania model: CF26DD/841

GE model: F26DBXT4/SPX41

Phillips model: PL-C 26W/41/ALTO

CAUTION: WHEN INSTALLING GRILL, BE CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH Fingers BETWEEN GRILL AND CEILING.

1. Install the grill by squeezing the two ends of the springs together and installing them up into the slots on the fan's housing. Push the grill up into position (Figure 13).

6. Restore power and test your installation.

SECTION 7 Use and Care

CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT SERVICE PANEL BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.

1. Cleaning the Grill: Remove grill and use a mild detergent, such as dishwashing liquid, and dry with a soft cloth. NEVER USE ANY ABRASIVE PADS OR SCOURING POWDERS.

Completely dry grill before reinstalling. Refer to instructions in Section 6 Completing the Installation, to reinstall grill.

1. Cleaning the Fan Assembly: Wipe all parts with a dry cloth or gently vacuum the fan. NEVER IMMERSE ELECTRICAL PARTS IN WATER.

CAUTION: ALLOW BULB TO COOL BEFORE REPLACING

1. Changing the Light Bulb: Disconnect power to the unit. Remove grill by pulling downward on grill and squeezing grill springs together to release from housing (Figure 14).

Incandescent Bulb (AK863L): Unscrew bulb from lamp holder and replace with a 100 watt maximum, type A19 medium base incandescent bulb.

Fluorescent Lamp (AK863FL): Remove lamp by gently rocking lamp back and forth while applying outward pressure to release the lamp from the base. Replace with a 26 watt maximum, 2 pin quad, G24-d3 fluorescent lamp.

Night Light (AK863L, AK863FL): Unscrew night light bulb from socket and replace with a 7 watt maximum type C7 (candelabra base) night light bulb.

Sylvania model: CF26DD/841

GE model: F26DBXT4/SPX41

Phillips model: PL-C 26W/41/ALTO

Refer to instructions in Section 6 Finishing the Installation, to reinstall grill.

Troubleshooting Guide

Trouble Probable Cause Suggested Remedy
1. Fan does not operate when the switch is on.	1a. A fuse may be blown or a circuit tripped.1b. Connector plug from motor is not plugged in. 1b.	1a. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.Turn off power to unit. Remove Grill and plug motor into receptacle in housing. Restore power to unit.
	1c. Wiring is not connected properly. 1c. Turn off power to unit.	1c. Wiring is not connected properly. 1c. Turn off power to unit. Check that all wires are connected.
	1d. Motor has stopped operating. 1d. Replace motor.
2. Fan is operating, but air moves slower than normal.	2. Obstruction in the exhaust ducting.	2. Check for any obstructions in the ducting. The most common are bird nests in the roof cap or wall cap where the fan exhausts to the outside.
3. Fan is operating louder than normal.	3a. Motor is loose.3b. Fan blade is hitting housing of unit.	3a. Turn off power to unit. Remove grill and check that all screws are fully tightened. Restore power to unit.3b. Call your dealer for service.

LIMITED WARRANTY

WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: This product is warranted against defects in workmanship and/or materials.

HOW LONG THIS WARRANTY LASTS: This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product and lasts for one (1) year from the date of original purchase or until the original purchaser of the product sells or transfers the product, whichever first occurs.

WHAT AIR KING WILL DO: During the warranty period, Air King will, at its sole option, repair or replace any part or parts that prove to be defective or replace the whole product with the same or comparable model.

WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: This warranty does not apply if the product was damaged or failed because of accident, improper handling or operation, shipping damage, abuse, misuse, unauthorized repairs made or attempted. This warranty does not cover shipping costs for the return of products to Air King for repair or replacement. Air King will pay return shipping charges from Air King following warranty repairs or replacement

ANY AND ALL WARRANTYES, EXRESSED OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY), LAST ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE OR UNTIL THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT Sells OR TRANSFERS THE PRODUCT, WHICHEVER FIRST OCCURS AND IN NO EVENT SHALL AIR KING S LIABILITY UNDER ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDE (I) INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER, OR (II) REPLACMENT OR REPAIR OF ANY HOUSE FUSES, CIRCUIT BREAKERS OR RECEPTACLES. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY, IN NO EVENT SHALL AIR KING S LIABILITY UNDER ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT AND ANY SUCH LIABILITY SHALL TERMINATE UPON THE EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD.

Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state and province to province. Proof of purchase is required before a warranty claim will be accepted.

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

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Our Customer Service team is available to assist you with product questions, service center locations, and replacement parts. They can be reached Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm Eastern. Please have your model number available, as well as the type and style (located on the label inside of your product).

Please do not return product to place of purchase.

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PARTS FOR DISCONTINUED, OBSOLETE AND CERTAIN OTHER PRODUCTS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE. DUE TO SAFETY REASONS, MANY ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS AND MOST HEATER COMPONENTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE TO CONSUMERS FOR INSTALLATION OR REPLACEMENT.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS DIAGRAM

# Qty.	Description Replacement Part #
1 1 Fan Housing 5S3202001
2 5 #8 Screw 5S1999004
3 1 Collar 5S3202003
4 1 Damper 5S3202004
5 1 Blower Wheel 5S3202005
6 1 #10 Ground Screw 5S1999002
7 1 Polarized Nylon Receptacle 3P 5S3202035
8 1 Polarized Receptacle 5S1999001
9 1 Motor Plate 5S3202006
10	2 Lock Washer	5S3202007
11	1 Motor	5S2299005
12	1 Motor Bracket 5S3202008
13	2 Lock Washer	5S3202009
14	2 Motor Nut	5S3202020
15	1 Nut	5S3202021
16	1 Washer 5S3202022
17	1 Rubber Washer 5S3202023
18	1 Reflector Nut	5S3202024
19	1 Lamp Holder Assembly - AK863L	5S3202025
20	2 Screw	5S3202026
21	1 Reflector	5S3202027
22	6 Lens Screw	5S3202028
23	6 Lens Washer	5S3202029
24	2 Clip - Springs	5S3202030
25	1 Glass Lens	5S3202031
26	1 Grill	5S3202032
27	4 Mounting Rail	5S1299002
28	1 Round Transition Plate	5S3202034
29	1 14 ga Ground Wire	5S1999003
30	2 Drill Spring	5S3202033
31	1 Lamp Holder - AK863FL	5S3202040
32	1 Ballast Night Light Holder - AK863FL	5S3202041
33	2 Screw - AK863FL	5S3202042

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