Installation Guide
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Step 5: Facing Installation 
  Use 2 X 6 boards to create a square with the inside dimensions being the same distance as the shortest 
dimension of the shutter rough opening (i.e. 26” for a 24-in model, etc.). 
  Nail or screw in the facing to the framed opening. 
TIP: If doing a joist-out installation, use lumber from the support pieces as the long cuts and the removed joists as the 
short cuts. 
TIP: For a quieter fan, build a second box frame the same size as the fan frame and install it between the frame and 
facing. Ensure that there is still a minimum of 36” clearance between the fan blades and attic roof. 
Step 6: Prepare and Install Fan Assembly  
Belt Drive Models 
  Remove hardware and remount the motor/WiFi 
hub combo on the top side of the struts. 
  Position fan belt on the pulleys and adjust it to 
fit snugly with about 1/2” deflection. DO NOT 
OVERTIGHTEN THE BELT! 
  Tighten fan blade set screw and make sure the 
hub of the fan blade assembly is facing up 
towards the roof. 
Direct Drive Models 
  Remove fan blade and wire the WiFi hub first. 
  Replace and secure the blade so it is about 
half-in and half-out of the hub. 
  Tighten fan blade set screw before operating 
and make sure the hub of the fan blade 
assembly is facing up towards the roof. 
Joist-In Installation 
Joist-Out Installation 








