ADVANCED WHOLE HOUSE FANS ® THE NATURAL CHOICE FOR ENERGY SAVINGS! OWNER’S GUIDE ROOF MOUNT MODELS DO NOT THROW AWAY! SERIAL NUMBER FOR FAN IS LOCATED ON BACK COVER OF OWNER’S GUIDE. RETAIN IN A SAFE PLACE.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read Instructions - All safety and operation instructions must be read. Failure to read and follow instructions as stated in this guide may void applicable warranty. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference. Heed Warnings - All warnings should be followed. Follow Instructions - All installation and operating instructions should be followed.
1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW 1.1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new QuietCool Specialty Series Fan! The QuietCool Specialty Series was designed for every application imaginable. QuietCool Specialty Series fans dominate the market in energy efficiency. Our Specialty Series works great in practically all climate zones and most homes, mobile homes, and even warehouse buildings! The QuietCool Roof Mount Fans offer great versatility for any system you are looking to put in.
1.3 System Venting Requirements VERY IMPORTANT! - 1 SQUARE FOOT OF NET FREE VENT AREA PER 750 CFM RECOMMENDED! - 2 TO 4 SQUARE FEET OF INLET VENTS PER FAN Venting plays a very significant role in the performace of QuietCool fans. QuietCool recommends a minimum of 1 SQ. FT. of venting for every 750 CFM in the QuietCool system. If an attic has at least 1:750 attic venting, the QuietCool system will operate efficiently and effectively.
READ BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL AN AFR OR RM FAN Getting Started Always follow Local Building Codes because the fan may require specific fasteners or anchoring systems not discussed in this installation guide. Installation should be done by a licensed roofing contractor. Safety Information Safety precautions should be taken when performing the roofing work described in this installation guide.
2. Find the center point between the two rafters and mark it as the center of the vent hole. Partially insert a screw into the center point mark. NOTE: If you have a tile roof, you will need to move the tiles out of the way before tracing and cutting. (See Figure 2.2A) 3. Go to the roof. Using the screw as a reference point, trace out a 16” diameter circle. 4. Use a reciprocating saw to cut out the traced hole pattern from the roof decking. Remove the cut out decking material from around the hole as needed.
9. With all fan cables connected and hanging inside the vent hole, slide the fan unit underneath the shingles until the fan reaches the top of the hole. Secure the fan flashing to the roof. Finish caulking around the fan and flashing it into the roof to make a nice seal. (See Figure 2.2E) 10. Your install is complete! (See Figure 2.2F) 2.3 Installing RM (Roof Mount) model fans 1. Determine in which area you would like to install your QuietCool Roof Mount Fan. (See Figure 2.3A on pg.
7. Lifting the fan unit up at an angle, apply weatherproof caulking to the bottom side of the fan unit. This will help keep the fan in place and will seal nice and tight. 8. With all fan cables connected and hanging inside the vent hole, slide the fan unit underneath the shingles until the fan reaches the top of the hole. Secure the fan flashing to the roof. Finish caulking around the fan and flashing it into the roof to make a nice seal. (See Figure 2.2E on pg.
Figure 2.3A: Roof Mount Application Diagrams EXTREMELY IMPORTANT: It is very important that you install the RM fans correctly, as shown in the following diagrams, as it will dramatically affect the sound level of the fan. NEVER install the ceiling grille directly underneath the fan. Always offset at least two feet.
3. WIRING NOTE: Wiring Diagrams are for examples ONLY. Wiring should be done by an experienced electrician. NOTE: Your fan may have come with the thermostat pre-wired to a power cord. If this is the case, simply mount the thermostat or junction box, find a power source in your attic, and plug the fan in. If you would like to hard-wire the fan, or it is required by your local building codes, please follow the wiring instructions below. 3.1. Specialty Fan Wiring - Smart (AFR SMT-2.
3.2 Specialty Fan Wiring - Thermostat (RM ES-1100, RM ES-2200) For wiring of a Specialty Series Fan with a Robert Shaw thermostat. This wiring method works with our RM models but we do not recommend using it with a RM model fan that is being used as a whole house fan. (See 3.2A wiring diagram) 1. Mount a junction box for your thermostat in the best location for thermostat readings which is usually on the wall next to the light switch or garage door opener in the garage. Begin wiring the thermostat. 2.
3.3 Specialty Fan Wiring - Timer For wiring of a Specialty Series Fan with a timer. This wiring method works with all of our Specialty Series fans. 1. For this installation, you will need a 2 & 3 wire Romex, and an 8 Hour Timer. 2. Begin wiring the timer. From your 3 wire Romex, using a wire nut, tie the two red wires together, the two white wires together, the two black wires together, and the two ground wires together. 3. Open up the junction box that is connected to the fan.
4. SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 QuietCool Smart Attic Fan (AFR SMT-2.0) QuietCool Attic Fans work almost everywhere, anytime. During the summer, an attic can be 40-50 degrees hotter than the outside temperature, which in turn heats up the house much faster. With an attic fan, you can cool the attic to the same temperature as it is outside, greatly reducing the house from heating as quickly. With the QuietCool Smart Attic Fan, gone are the days of having to adjust the thermostat for your attic fan.
If you have any trouble installing or operating your new QuietCool Specialty Series Fan, please visit our website at www.QuietCoolSystems.com or call us at 951-325-6340 for support.
SPECIALTY SERIES FANS LIMITED WARRANTY MAKERS OF THE QUIETCOOL ADVANCED WHOLE HOUSE FAN 15 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY QUIETCOOL SPECIALTY SERIES FANS QC Manufacturing Inc. extends this warranty to the original purchaser of the following QuietCool Specialty Series Fans ---- AFG SMT-3.0, AFG PRO-3.0, AFR SMT-2.0, GA ES-1500, GX ES-1100, RM ES-1100, RM ES-2200 ---- installed and used in a residence under normal conditions within the United States: A.
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