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’ Install Manual 9-W1 Solar Powered Attic Fan
MOUNT THE FAN OUTSIDE THE DOME
COMPLETE INSTALLATION INSIDE
needed. Note: Some fans come with a cardboard template which may be used to mark the circle. Make sure the
center of the template is 13” from the center of the “B” strut.
Figure 1
Remove all packaging material and tape from your fan. Position the fan so that it is
centered with the hole that was just cut and allow the control cable and remote
power cable connector to hang freely from the bottom of the fan unit.
Lifting the fan unit up at an angle, apply weatherproof caulking to the bottom side of
the fan unit (Figure 2). Align the fan unit with the hole so that the sticker "This Side
Towards Ground" is facing the desired direction. Start by securing the fan flashing
to the “B” strut with roofing screws through the pre-drilled holes in the base flashing.
Remain on the outside of the dome as a second person is needed to assist from
inside.
While one person is working outside the dome, a second person can begin the inside portion of the installation by
pre-building the support frame and shutter assembly.
Remove the shutter from the packaging. Lay the shutter on a flat surface with the louvers opening upward. Begin
by placing the 2x4 frame with the long edge vertically around the shutter. Assemble the vertical 2x4 frame with (8)
3” screws. (Figure 3 & 5) The longest piece should parallel the louvers. Be sure not to squeeze the shutter too
tight as this will inhibit the free opening and closing. Secure the shutter to the frame with (12) 3/4
” hex head
screws, 3 per side. There may be pre-drilled holes to use on some sides.
Next, secure the horizontal frame to the bottom of the vertical frame with (8) 2-
1/2” screws, 2 per side. The 2x2
should be installed first and parallel the louvers. The 2x4s will lay flat and overhang the vertical frame to the
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st
IMPORTANT ASPECT:
Do not cut through any struts while cutting the vent hole. Only cut out the polycarbonate glazing.
2
nd
IMPORTANT ASPECT:
Keep the solar panel disconnected during the installation.
Figure 2
