Bath Fan/heater

John1

Am remodeling a bath.

Current bath/heater/light/fan is "attached" to the side of the joist instead of "between" the joist on hangers. Am replacing the unit.

Does the unit, I guess because of the heater, need to be "between" the joist instead of attached to making metal/wood contact?

Thanks
John

Tinstaafl

No. Read the installation instructions that came with the new unit.

John1

It states it must be 12" from a wall, that is why i questioned the joist attachment.

Thanks so Much
Joh

joelv1967

As the heat lamp/element is reflected down and out, it requires a clear space (as set by the manufacturer). This is refering to walls, towels, etc. In the instructions, it should say if there is any restrictions for mounting (i.e. if it is IC <insulation contact> rated or not). Unless it specifically states the it can not be mounted to or near combustible material, then you are OK.

John1

It is a "coil" type heater, not a lamp!

Thanks
Joh

joelv1967

Makes no difference. That is why I said "lamp/element" for either one. They are made to reflect the heat down and out. If it has no restrictions on the actual mounting (ie: non-IC rated, do not mount to or near combustible materials, etc.) then just made sure it is more than 12" (if that is what it requires) from the wall. Most fixtures are made with the knowledge and intent that they will be mounted to the wood framing in some manner. It is the insulation that is the real issue. Again, find out if it is IC or non-IC rated, and follow the installation instructions for whatever the case may be.