Strongway 52831 User manual

SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Gable Exhaust Fan
Owner’s Manual
WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety
precautions may result in serious personal injury.
Items #52831 & #52832

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Thank you very much for choosing a Strongway™product!
For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below:
Serial Number/Lot Date Code: ________________________________
Purchase Date: ____________________________________________
Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. It is important that you read
the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin
using it.
This Gable Exhaust Fan is designed for certain applications only.
Northern Tool & Equipment is not responsible for issues arising from
modification or improper use of this product such as an application for
which it was not designed. We strongly recommend that this product not
be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it
was designed.
For technical questions, please call 1-800-222-5381.

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Table of Contents
Intended Use..........................................................................................................................................4
Technical Specifications......................................................................................................................4
Important Safety Information...............................................................................................................4
Specific Operation Warnings...............................................................................................................6
Installation .............................................................................................................................................7
Operating Instructions..........................................................................................................................9
Maintenance ..........................................................................................................................................9
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................10
Replacement Parts..............................................................................................................................10
Limited Warranty.................................................................................................................................11

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Intended Use
The Strongway Gable Exhaust Fan provides continuous operation in workshops, barns, poultry
houses, greenhouses, garages, and anywhere air movement controls condensation and reduces
stagnant air.
Technical Specifications
Property
Specification
#52831
#52832
Air Delivery (CFM)
1200
1600
Volts
120V
120V
Watts
210W
220W
Frequency (Hz)
60Hz
60Hz
Important Safety Information
⚠WARNING
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury
or property damage.
The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or
situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool. Always be
aware of the environment and ensure that the fan is used in a safe and responsible manner.
Do not allow persons to operate or assemble the fan until they have read this manual and have
developed a thorough understanding of how it works.
Do not modify this fan in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or safety
and could affect the life of the product. There are specific applications for which the product was
designed.
Use the right tool for the job. DO NOT attempt to force small equipment to do the work of larger
industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this equipment was designed. It will
be safer and do a better job at the capacity for which it was intended. DO NOT use this equipment
for a purpose for which it was not intended.
Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
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.
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.
For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials or
vapors.
Attach louvers or grilles when installing the fan.

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⚠WARNING
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
⚠WARNING
WORK AREA SAFETY
Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well-lit.
Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the fan in confined work areas may
put you dangerously close to other cutting tools and rotating parts.
Do not use the gable exhaust fan where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The product can create sparks, which may ignite
the flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the fan. Do not allow
children to handle the gable exhaust fan.
When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden
utilities.
The fan should be mounted behind louvers or in a location where the entrance of drawn in water is
unlikely.
To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced impellers, keep drywall spray,
construction dust, etc. off power unit.
⚠WARNING
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the fan. Do not use
the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating the tool may result in serious personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving
parts. Air vents on the tool often cover moving parts and should be avoided.
Wear the proper personal protective equipment when necessary. Use ANSI Z87.1 compliant
safety goggles (not safety glasses) with side shields, or when needed, a face shield. Use a dust
mask in dusty work conditions. Also use non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, gloves, dust collection
systems, and hearing protection when appropriate. This applies to all persons in the work area.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Ensure the power switch is off prior to plugging in the fan.
Do not touch the motor. May be hot enough to cause injury.
In cases in which property damage may result from malfunction of the fan, a suitable alarm (air
switch, temperature sensor, etc.) should be used.

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⚠WARNING
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
⚠CAUTION
FAN USE AND CARE
Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the product will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Never operate the
product with a damaged part.
Do not use a product with a malfunctioning switch. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
the power switch is dangerous and must be repaired by an authorized service representative
before using.
Disconnect the power/air supply from the product and place the switch in the locked or off position
before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Store the fan when it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children.
Inspect the tool for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your product.
Accessories that may be suitable for one product may create a risk of injury when used with
another tool. Never use an accessory that has a lower operating speed or operating pressure than
the tool itself.
Specific Operation Warnings
⚠WARNING
Electric shock hazard. Do not expose fan to water or rain.
To reduce risk of fire or electrical shock, do not use this fan with any solid state speed control.
Be sure equipment is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord with this product.
Rotating blade hazard. Keep hands clear from blade during operation.
Automatically operated device. To reduce risk of injury, disconnect from the power supply before
servicing.
Explosion hazard. Do not use this fan in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Disconnect power before servicing.
Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
Use OSHA approved lock-out tag-out devices on power supply to prevent shock and/or
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Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney)
of fuel burning equipment to prevent back drafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer's
guideline 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.
The fan frame and motor must be electrically grounded to a suitable electrical ground, such as a
grounded water pipe or ground wire system.
Install in interior wall. Not for use in kitchens.
Be sure fan is mounted at least 7 feet above floor.
Not for use by or around children.
Installation
⚠WARNING
Be sure equipment is properly grounded.
Do not use an extension cord with this product.
Explosion hazard. Do not use this fan in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney)
of fuel burning equipment to prevent back drafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer's
guideline 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.
The fan frame and motor must be electrically grounded to a suitable electrical ground, such as a
grounded water pipe or ground wire system.
1. A gable exhaust fan is intended to be mounted in a gable wall. If your existing gable vent is large
enough, mount the fan directly behind it. If the gable vent is not large enough, you may need to
enlarge the opening to accommodate a slightly larger louver or automatic shutter when needed.
2. Cut a piece of plywood to a size that will accommodate the attic framing that surrounds the vent
hole.
3. Cut the circle from the carton and position the cardboard template on the plywood so the finished
hole will be centered over the vent hole when the plywood is secured to the wall. Trace around the
template with a pencil.
4. Use a sabre saw to cut out the airway on the plywood for mounting the gable mount fan.
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5. Place the fan’s mounting bracket on the plywood, center the fan over the opening, and screw the
bracket to the plywood.
6. Carry the fan and plywood assembly into the attic, position it behind the shutter, and nail it to the
gable framing.
7.The control box of the metal housing was attached to the fan by a flexible conduit. Secure the
control box by screwing it onto the plywood before connecting wires.
8. Connect the Black and White wire line out from the control box to the electric lines controlled by a
master On/Off switch, as shown in the wiring diagram for #52831 and #52832.
9. Turn off the wall switch prior to servicing unit. To avoid personal injury, wall switch must be turn off
before servicing since the built-in theraml protection may turn on the circulator automatically.
Note: The control box of the #52831 with thermostat only was mounted on the unit directly.
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Operating Instructions
⚠WARNING
This fan is to be operated without guards in place to prevent persons and/or objects from contacting
the revolving propeller. Do not get close to the fan after turn on. It may create unsafe conditions.
Set the Thermostat and/or Humidistat to desired condition before operating. Use the screw driver to
turn the arrow of the knob to the desire temperature/humidity mark on the panel of the control box.
To avoid the possibility of overturning the fan, operate on a stable, level surface. Do not move fan
while it is in operation.
Maintenance
⚠WARNING
Disconnect power before servicing.
Maintain the gable exhaust fan by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in
accordance with the following recommended procedures. It is recommended that the general
condition of any tool be examined before it is used. Keep your tool in good repair. Also refer to the
engine manufacturer’s instruction manual for additional information about engine maintenance.
1. Parts replacement and troubleshooting to be performed only by qualified personnel.
2. Do not depend on any switch as the sole means of disconnecting power when installing or
servicing the fan. Failure to do so may result in fatal electrical shock.
3. Do not use gasoline, benzene, thinner, harsh cleaners, etc., which are dangerous and will
damage the air circulator.
4. Turn off the wall switch before servicing or cleaning.
wire connection
diagram for #52831
wire connection
diagram for #52832

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5. The propeller and motor should be cleaned periodically to prevent overheating, and/or operating
in an imbalanced condition.
6. Do not repair propeller if it becomes damaged. The propeller is accurately balanced at the
factory and should be replaced if damaged.
7. Motor is permanently lubricated.
Troubleshooting
Use the table below to troubleshoot problems before contacting service personnel or your local
dealer. If the problem continues after troubleshooting, call your local dealer for assistance.
Failure
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Unit fails to operate
Master switch not turn on
Turn on the master switch
Blown fuse or open circuit breaker
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker
No power
Contact power company
Defective motor
Replace unit; motor is not field serviceable
Excessive vibration
Screws mounting fan to the plywood are
torqued insufficiently
Torque the screws well to secure the gable
fan unit
Propeller imbalance due to accumulation of
dirt, etc.
Clean propeller
Replacement Parts
For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381.
Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a
convenient reference to the location and position of parts in the assembly sequence.
When ordering parts, the following information will be required: item description, item model
number, item serial number/item lot date code, and the replacement part reference number.
The distributor reserves the rights to make design changes and improvements to product lines
and manuals without notice.

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Limited Warranty
Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only
("You'' or “Your”) that the Strongway product purchased will be free from material defects in both
materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of
purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in
accordance with product instructions. There are no other warranties, express or implied, including the
warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. If the product does not comply with this
limited warranty, Your sole and exclusive remedy is that We will, at our sole option and within a
commercially reasonable time, either replace the product or product component without charge to You
or refund the purchase price (less shipping). This limited warranty is not transferable.
Limitations on the Warranty
This limited warranty does not cover: (a) normal wear and tear; (b) damage through abuse, neglect,
misuse, or as a result of any accident or in any other manner; (c) damage from misapplication,
overloading, or improper installation; (d) improper maintenance and repair; and (e) product alteration
in any manner by anyone other than Us, with the sole exception of alterations made pursuant to
product instructions and in a workmanlike manner.
Obligations of Purchaser
You must retain Your product purchase receipt to verify date of purchase and that You are the original
purchaser. To make a warranty claim, contact Us at 1-800-222-5381, identify the product by make
and model number, and follow the claim instructions that will be provided. The product and the
purchase receipt must be provided to Us in order to process Your warranty claim. Any returned
product that is replaced or refunded by Us becomes our property. You will be responsible for return
shipping costs or costs related to Your return visit to a retail store.
Remedy Limits
Product replacement or a refund of the purchase price is Your sole remedy under this limited warranty
or any other warranty related to the product. We shall not be liable for: service or labor charges or
damage to Your property incurred in removing or replacing the product; any damages, including,
without limitation, damages to tangible personal property or personal injury, related to Your improper
use, installation, or maintenance of the product or product component; or any indirect, incidental or
consequential damages of any kind for any reason.
Assumption of Risk
You acknowledge and agree that any use of the product for any purpose other than the specified
use(s) stated in the product instructions is at Your own risk.
Governing Law
This limited warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You also may have other rights which vary
from state to state. Some states do not allow limitations or exclusions on implied warranties or
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to You. This limited
warranty is governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota, without regard to rules pertaining to
conflicts of law. The state courts located in Dakota County, Minnesota shall have exclusive jurisdiction
for any disputes relating to this warranty.

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Northern Tool & Equipment Company, Inc.
Burnsville, Minnesota 55306
www.northerntool.com
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