QuietCool GA ES-1500 User manual

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THE QUIETCOOL DIFFERENCE
ADVANCED WHOLE HOUSE FANS
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OWNER’S GUIDE
GARAGE FAN MODELS
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. 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.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings should be followed.
4. Follow Instructions - All installation and operating instructions should be followed.
5. Heat - The QuietCool system should be situated away from heat sources.
6. Damage Requiring Service - Only qualified service personnel should service the QuietCool system.
The user should not attempt to service the product.
7. Building Codes - Always follow Local Building Codes when installing appliances
CONTENTS
1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW..............................................................1
1.1 Introduction..............................................................1
1.2 Features .................................................................1
1.3 Benefits ..................................................................2
1.4 System Venting Requirements.............................................2
2. INSTALLATION ..................................................................3
2.1 Installing GA Model Fans ..................................................3
2.2 Installing GX Model Fans ..................................................4
3. WIRING .........................................................................6
3.1 Specialty Fan Wiring - Thermostat (Robert Shaw)...........................6
3.2 Specialty Fan Wiring - Timer ...............................................7
4. SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................8
4.1 QuietCool Garage Fans ....................................................8
WARRANTY ........................................................................9
ADVANCED WHOLE HOUSE FANS
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QC Manufacturing, Inc.
43352 Business Park Drive
Temecula, CA 92590
PH 951.325.6340
FX 951.325.6351
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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 Garage Fans offer great ventilation options for your garage, man cave, or workshop. We offer
the GA ES-1500 to ventilate both your garage and attic, and the GX ES-1100 to ventilate your garage only, with
a wall mount design.
1.2 Series Features
• High Efficiency Design
• Designed and Built in California
• 15 Year Warranty
• Garage Fans (GA ES-1500 shown right)

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1.4 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. If an attic has less than 1:750 attic venting, the
system may not operate as efficiently, or effectively, as it could with 1:750 attic venting. But don’t worry, the
system will still operate if there is not enough venting.
Insufficient venting is a very simple problem to fix. Roofing contractors can add extra venting to most homes
simply and easily. The most common types of venting is shown in the chart below.
Vent Type Model Type Average Size Venting Sq. Ft.
Gable vent 12” x 19.5” 1.20
Dormer Vent 14” x 8” 0.70
Eave Vent
4”
5”
6”
0.03
0.04
0.07
Ridge Vent 4’ - 12’ 0.125 per ft
Soffit Vent
16” x 4”
16” x 6”
16” x 8”
0.19
0.29
0.39
O’Hagin Vent
Low/Medium Profile
Tapered Low Profile
Low Profile Flat
High Profile
0.5
0.6
0.68
0.68
Turbine Vent
8”
12”
14”
.35
.79
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*Note: This table is only a guideline and is not a guarantee of venting capacity.

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2. INSTALLATION
2.1 Installing GA (Garage Attic) model fans
VERY IMPORTANT: MINIMUM OF 26” CLEARANCE REQUIRED ABOVE CEILING FOR INSTALLATION OF
GA MODEL FANS. ALWAYS FOLLOW LOCAL BUILDING CODES.
1. Determine in which area you would like to install your QuietCool Garage Attic Fan. Now it’s time to find the
exact location using a stud finder or by going up into the attic and finding the location. Locate the ceiling
studs and mark the location for the fan to be installed. (see Figure 2.1A) One side of the cut out should be
directly next to a wood member for proper fan mounting and support. NOTE: You will need to remove the
ceiling flange from the side of the fan that will be mounted against the wood member.
2. When you find the location, mark a 14 1/4” square using a framing square or template. Make sure you have 2” of
clearance all the way around it. The grille that will be installed later is a 16” square. (see Figure 2.1B)
3. Starting at one corner of the square using a drywall saw, cut out the opening. Remove the drywall cutout and
clear away insulation (if applicable). (see Figure 2.1C)
4. Take the GA fan model into the attic and place it over the ceiling cut out. (see Figure 2.1D)
NOTE: This can be done through the attic access. If you don’t have an attic access, you will need to
remove the ceiling flanges to fit the fan directly through the ceiling cutout.
5. Attach the fan using screws into the ceiling joists. (see Figure 2.1E). Install the ceiling grille. (see Figure
2.1F)
Figure 2.1A Figure 2.1B Figure 2.1C
Figure 2.1D Figure 2.1E Figure 2.1F

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VERY IMPORTANT: CHECK TO MAKE SURE FAN BLADE SPINS FREELY AND THE FIRE DAMPER
CLOSES EASILY. MAKE SURE TO SECURE THE LATCH IN THE OPEN POSITION (AS SHOWN IN FIGURE
2.1D)
AVOID BACKDRAFTS: MAKE SURE THE GARAGE FAN WILL NOT BACKDRAFT COMBUSTION
APPLIANCES IN THE GARAGE. QUIETCOOL GARAGE FANS MOVE LARGE QUANTITIES OF AIR.
2.2 Installing GX (Garage Exterior) model fans
1. Determine in which area you would like to install your QuietCool Garage Exterior Mount Fan. Now it’s time
to find the exact location using a stud finder. Locate the wall studs and mark the location for the fan to be
installed (see Figure 2.2A). One side of the cut out should be directly next to a wood member for proper fan
mounting and support.
2. When you find the location, mark a 14 1/4” square using a framing square or template. Make sure you have 2” of
clearance all the way around it. The grille that will be installed later is a 16” square (see Figure 2.2B).
3. Starting at one corner of the square using a drywall saw, cut out the opening. Remove the drywall cutout and
clear away insulation (if applicable).
4. From the interior, drill a hole through the exterior at the four corners of the cut out (see Figure 2.2C).
5. Go to the exterior and place the square wall mounting bracket aligned to the 4 drilled holes. Using a level, mark
the inside of the bracket with a pencil (see Figure 2.2D).
6. Using a saw or angle grinder, cut out the marked area of stucco or siding (see Figure 2.2E).
7. Remove cut out of exterior stucco or siding. Then cut out any applicable sheathing.
8. Now install the exterior cover frame. Make sure the frame is level and then attach the four corners with long
enough screws to penetrate the wood studs. Note: Predrilling may be required (see Figure 2.2F).
9. Place fan into the cut out area. Fasten the fan in each 4 corners to the vertical wood studs (see Figure 2.2G).
10. Caulk exterior around frame (see Figure 2.2H).
11. Attach the exterior cover to mounting frame using 4 sheet metal screws (see Figure 2.2 I).
12. Mount inside wall grille (see Figure 2.2 J).

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Figure 2.2C Figure 2.2D
Figure 2.2 I Figure 2.2 J
Figure 2.2A Figure 2.2B
Figure 2.2E Figure 2.2F Figure 2.2G Figure 2.2H

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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 - Thermostat (GA ES-1500, GX ES-1100)
For wiring of a Specialty Series Fan with a Robert Shaw thermostat. This wiring method works with our GA ES-1500,
GX ES-1100, & RM models but we do not recommend using it with a RM model fan that is being used as a whole
house fan. (See 3.3A wiring diagram on page 14)
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. With a 3 wire Romex, tie the black wire to the black wire from the thermostat.
3. Tape the white common wire on both sides of the 3 wire Romex because we will be using this as our switch
leg.
4. Tie the red wire and the taped white wire together.
5. Attach the ground wire to the ground screw on the timer.
Figure 3.3A
Ground the fan to the junction box
using the green ground screw
Specialty Series Fan
Junction
Box
Power
Source
14-2 Wire
OFF
55
65
75
85
50 60 70 80 90
14-2 Wire
14-2 Wire
Ground the fan to the junction box
using the green ground screw
Specialty Series Fan
Junction
Box
Power
Source
14-2 Wire
OFF
55
65
75
85
50 60 70 80 90
14-2 Wire
14-2 Wire

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6. In the fan’s junction box, tie the black wire from the fan to the taped white wire.
7. Tie the two remaining black wires together. Then, tie the remaining copper wires together.
3.2 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. Bring your 2 wire and 3 wire into the junction box.
4. Tie the white common wires from the fan, the power source, and the timer together. Then, using the green
ground screw, ground the green wire from the fan to the handy box.
5. With a wire nut, tie the black wire from the fan to the red wire from the timer.
6. Then, tie the black wire from the power source to the black wire from the timer.
7. Lastly, tie the copper ground wire from the power source to the copper ground wire from the timer.
Figure 3.4A
Ground the fan to the junction box
using the green ground screw
Specialty Series Fan
Junction
Box
Power
Source
14-2 Wire
14-2 Wire
8 HOUR
4 HOUR
2 HOUR
1 HOUR
HOLD
Bare Copper Wires Tied
Together
Match Wire
Colors Together
14-3 Wire
ADVANCED ATTIC GABLE FANS
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Ground the fan to the junction box
using the green ground screw
Specialty Series Fan
Junction
Box
Power
Source
14-2 Wire
14-2 Wire
8 HOUR
4 HOUR
2 HOUR
1 HOUR
HOLD
Bare Copper Wires Tied
Together
Match Wire
Colors Together
14-3 Wire
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4.3 QuietCool Garage Fans (GA ES-1500 and GX ES-1100)
QuietCool Garage Fans work great to cool your garage, man cave, or workshop. Our two models work for different
applications. Our GA ES-1500 works to cool and ventilate your garage and the attic above your garage. This
greatly reduced the heat transfer between the attic and garage on really hot days. Our GX ES-1100 works well to
cool and ventilate your garage. Run both of these fans when it is cooler outside than it is in your garage.
Don’t let your garage get hot and worry about damage to your vehicles, motorcycles, boat, etc.; just install a
QuietCool Garage 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.
QuietCool is Proudly Designed and Built in California

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SPECIALTY SERIES FANS LIMITED WARRANTY
15 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
PRODUCT INFORMATION
QC Serial # QC Serial #
QC Serial # QC Serial #
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. Fifteen year coverage applies to the QuietCool motor fan assembly. At our option we will repair or
replace any part of the assembly should it fail to operate during the first fifteen years from the
date of original purchase.
B.One year coverage for all other components including grills, housings, controls and accessories
furnished by QC Manufacturing Inc. At our option we will repair or replace any part which fails as a
result of defective material or workmanship during the rst year from the original date of purchase.
C.This warranty does not cover any of the following:
1. Incidental or consequential damage resulting from the operation of our equipment or any
malfunction thereof.
2. Cost of service calls to diagnose the cause of problems or the labor charge to un-install any
components.
3. Product failure or damage due tofaulty installation, abuse, misuse, unauthorized alteration to
factory specs, lack of maintenance, or transportation damage.
4. Shipping or postage for warranty claims.
D.To obtain service under this warranty, contact the dealer where you purchased the equipment.
If you are unable to find or reach your dealer, contact Customer Service at QC Manufacturing, Inc.,
at the number below
This warranty is the only warranty extended by QC Manufacturing, Inc. to purchasers or suppliers of our equipment. QC Manufacturing Inc. disclaims all other
warranties, express or implied, that arise by operation of the law.
Rev.6.5.17
E.Registration is no longer required for QuietCool fans. If service is required under this warranty,
you must retain your proof or purchase.
ADVANCED WHOLE HOUSE FANS
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MAKERS OF THE QUIETCOOL ADVANCED WHOLE HOUSE FAN
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QuietCool is Proudly Designed and Built in California
43352 Business Park Drive, Temecula, CA 92590 // PH 951.325.6340 // QUIETCOOLSYSTEMS.COM
Fan Serial Number Information
Retain for your records. Serial number is
required for warranty purposes.