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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to
assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described. Do not use the fan if any part is
damaged or missing.
Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply with
instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage!
Retain instructions for future reference.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the fan to water or rain. To
reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this fan with any solid state speed control
device.
WARNING: This fan has an unguarded fan blade. Do not use in locations which are readily
accessible to children or animals. Do not let children play in an attic where this fan has been
installed. Contact with this fan while in operation can result in injury or even death.
General Safety Information
NOTE: To comply with UL507, air circulator is not to be used in unattended areas.
1. Ensure that the power source conforms to the electrical requirements of the fan. All wiring
must be in accordance with National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70-1999).
2. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions,
contact the manufacturer at the address or telephone number listed in the warranty.
3. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the
service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device,
such as a tag to the service panel.
4. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by a qualified person in accordance
with appliance codes and standards, including fire-rated construction codes and standards.
5. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue
(chimney) of fuel burning equipment to prevent excessive low pressure and to prevent back
drafting. Follow the heating equipment to guidelines and safety standards such as those
published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and the American Society for
Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE), and the local code authorities.
6. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
7. The wiring must be permanent. DO NOT USE EXTENSION CORD! Although the Powered
Gable Ventilator may be wired directly to power, we advise that some type shut off switch be
installed on the line. Please see the section on electrical wiring
for suggested wiring diagrams and instructions.
8. The fan should be mounted behind louvers or in a location where the entrance of drawn in
water is unlikely.