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FIGURE 7 – Damper Collar Installation 

  INSTALLATION – FAN AND DUCT

Attach 4 S-hooks to 4 of the D-hooks on the fan housing. Hang the fan from the attic rafters using 4 
lengths of the supplied chain (

Figure 8

). The 4 lengths of chain are used to support the weight of the 

fan and to eliminate any swaying motion. Tape down any unused D-hooks to avoid excess rattling. 

Slide one end of the flexible duct over the damper box collar and fasten with 4 self tapping sheet 
metal screws (

Figure 9

). Seal the joint with the included duct tape to make the seam airtight. 

Attach the other end of the flexible duct to the collar on the back of the fan using the remaining sheet 
metal screws (

Figure 9

). Finish by wrapping the joint with the provided tape to make the seam airtight.

The duct should be gently bent 90 degrees for maximum sound attenuation and airflow (

Figure 10

). 

Avoid sharp bends in the duct or contact with metal fixtures, pipes, or conduits. The duct section 
immediately before the fan should be as straight as possible to ensure smooth airflow to the fan.

Once the fan is balanced and secure, close all S-hooks with pliers to ensure stability.
Plug the fan control cord with the white male end into the white connector on the damper box. 

Note: The 2.5e fan has a separate power cord that must also be plugged into a 120v outlet 

with uninterrupted power once all other installation has been completed.

 

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Summary of Contents for 2.5

Page 1: ...lation please verify that you received all the accessories with the whole house fan The packages should include BOX 1 of 3 damper door enclosure with grille IOM 8 metal and 4 wood screws 4 S hooks dua...

Page 2: ...r 3 wire cable 20g or larger thermostat wire will work and electrical box for mounting wall switch Only if no other controller has been ordered with unit WHERE TO LOCATE Let s start with a little theo...

Page 3: ...the total vent opening minus the loss caused by the interference of the screen louver or grille covering the vent The AirScape 2 5 2 5e requires a MINIMUM of 5 sq ft of net free venting area in your a...

Page 4: ...much net free venting you have please consult a roofing professional Net free venting area can be acquired by any combination of gable eyebrow soffit or ridge vents or any other means that provide ven...

Page 5: ...serted into the attic Please follow the instructions that apply to your install There is an existing attic access large enough for the 2 5 2 5e fan to fit through 16 O C Framing Step 1 Install two 14...

Page 6: ...all cut out Approximately of each cross piece should be visible from below Figure 4 FIGURE 4 16 O C Framing 24 O C Framing Step 1 Cut a 23 x 14 opening in the dry wall use an existing joist as the 23...

Page 7: ...sition Use the remaining screws to attach the opposite side of the damper box Use a good quality latex caulk to seal all wood to wood and wood to metal joints to create an airtight enclosure This is i...

Page 8: ...the fan using the remaining sheet metal screws Figure 9 Finish by wrapping the joint with the provided tape to make the seam airtight The duct should be gently bent 90 degrees for maximum sound atten...

Page 9: ...FIGURE 8 Hanging the Fan FIGURE 9 Duct to Damper and Duct to Fan Connections AirScape 2 5 2 5e WHF Installation Manual 02 11 Page 9...

Page 10: ...the provided wall mounted double switch This 3 wire cable is NOT supplied with the unit but is widely available doorbell or thermostat cable is acceptable Step 2 Connect the control wiring with wire n...

Page 11: ...FIGURE 11 Low Voltage Wall Switch Wiring FIGURE 12 Control Board Diagram AirScape 2 5 2 5e WHF Installation Manual 02 11 Page 11...

Page 12: ...olt grounded outlet We do not recommend hardwiring the 2 5e fan power Verify that the 2 5 2 5e WHF power switch is OFF and turn on electrical power at circuit breaker Turn the unit ON in LOW speed The...

Page 13: ...trol where the cooling effect is focused by which windows you open Visualize the path the air will take between the open windows and the unit Generally the longer the path the more overall cooling eff...

Page 14: ...ing to the switch or remote Symptom Damper does not open Possible causes No power to damper actuator or damper shaft loose Suggestion Check power to unit and wiring The actuator actuator mounted termi...

Page 15: ...w or reconditioned or a comparable version of the defective item AirScape warrants any replaced product or part for a period of ninety 90 days from shipment or through the end of the original warranty...

Page 16: ...witch Decora style Supplied with unit Optional remote control available Remote and wall switch not supplied together Insulation R10 insulated damper doors Warranty 3 years 2 5 WHF Fan Energy Consumpti...

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