US Sunlight 9910TR Installation Guide
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1. trace a circle around the outer edge of the template resulting in a circle with a 14 diameter fig 5 If your product box does not include the template simply use a 7 string one end attached to the previously drilled screw and the other tied to a pen or marker to create a 14 diameter circle Step 5 Cutting the Hole Using a power drill equipped with a 1 drill bit drill a pilot hole anywhere along the inside of the circle Insert the saw blade into the pilot hole and follow the circle pattern to cut the hole into the roof fig 6 shingles Prior to cutting the hole make sure you do not have any wires or waterlines in the area that you are cutting Before completely cutting out the circle secure the removed material so it does not fall into the attic space Step 6 Lifting the Shingles The nails located 5 above and to the side of the hole will need to be removed for the solar fan flashing to slip between the felt paper and the shingles fig 7 You should use a pry bar or reciprocating saw to loosen or cut any nails and or staples cS Do not cut through any roofing rafters or framing members Only cut and remove the roof sheeting and Do not attempt to force the unit into place If it does not slide easily into place a nail is most likely obstructing the flashing In some cases the builder may have used large washers to install the felt paper In this case lift up2. re attach the brackets to the shroud there is no need to seal the previous holes Prior to rotating the shroud make sure that the wire that connects the motor to the solar panel has enough slack to turn the shroud fig 16 If not cut the zip ties that hold the wire prior to rotating and re attach the wire to the rodent screen using the additional zip ties provided original black lead from solar panel to motor Thermal Switch Optional Installation Attach the other lead from the thermal switch to the BLACK terminal on the motor Secure the wires to the connected to black terminal on motor p If your solar fan unit did not come with the thermal switch it is available for purchase as an accessory DMS gt at www ussunlight com The thermal switch will shut down the fan when the temperature drops below motor bracket with tape or zip ties to prevent them from interfering with the fan blade If you prefer to have the fan running during cooler seasons to remove moisture from the attic do not install the thermal switch SOLARCONTROLLER Additional Accessory Available WAaQUSA cas The Solar Controller has a built in thermostat and humidistat that will measure the attic tempera N K approximately 65 F and turn the fan back on when the attic temperature rises to approximately 80 F To i fig 15 As an upgrade from the mechanical thermal switch utilize the Solar Controller with an elec ture and humidity and allow the fan to have exten
3. d run time in the evenings or when no solar is install the thermal switch remove the BLACK lead from the fan motor and attach it to the thermal switch black lead from thermal switch fig 15 tronic thermostat and humidistate as well as additional features available Visit www ussunlight com for additional information This solar fan will automatically start whenever the sun shines on the solar panel Always exercise caution when in the vicinity of the fan To avoid accidents use appropriate attire safety glasses gloves hard hats restraints and other appropriate equipment Use this product only as indicated by U S Sunlight Corp Any questions on appropriate applications call 1 877 50 USSUN Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person s in accordance with all applicable building codes and standards including fire requirements To prevent back drafting of any fuel burning equipment in the attic such as a gas furnace sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue of fuel burning equipment Follow the requirements made by the heating unit s manufacturer Additionally follow safety standards set fort by the National Fire Protection Association NFPA and the American Society for Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers ASHRAE and the local code authorities
4. ee SCU SOLAR POWERED U S SUNLIGHT CORP Alternative energy for everyday life Vk M A Tel 877 50 USSUN Installation and Mounting Guide Om www ussunlight com support ussunlight com Florida Building Product Approval FL 14561 and Texas Department of Insurance TDI Approval Use all 8 flashing screws included in package to comply with severe weather building codes Compatible with Solar Controller for after dark operation Go to www ussunlight com for further details Thank you for purchasing the Solar Powered Attic Fan from U S Sunlight Corp We are committed to providing alternative energy products that can improve your everyday life and our environment We have reduced packaging material and eliminated Styrofoam to reduce the impact on landfills Installation video is available to view online at www ussunlight com If there is a problem with your U S Sunlight product call us at 1 877 50 USSUN Spare parts installation advice or recommendations for professional installers in your area are only a phone call away Professional installation may be much less than you expect please call us to get average rates for your area Please note that this product is designed for asphalt shingles wood shake or flat tile roofs with a minimum of 4 12 pitch If you have spanish tile s tile concrete metal or flat roof please call us before attempting to install the product Before beginning the installation of your new Solar P
5. grees to the midday path of the sun You can re adjust the panel during winter or summer seasons if desired fig 10 E g Ga W The sun s path Maintenance Tip The solar panel is most effective when clean and free of dust leaves and debris Normally rainwater will cleanse the solar panel and keep it operating at peak efficiency If necessary simply hose off the solar panel between rain showers re attach screw A fig 11 fig 12 i fig 13 fig 14 To adjust the tilt of the panel Remove screw A on both sides of the panel assembly and set aside fig 11 Lift the panel and swing panel braces up to desired position and re attach screw A in the appropriate holes There are 3 positions to choose from fig 12 To adjust the rotation of the panel Loosen nut B there are four fig 13 then rotate the panel base to the desired position fig 14 and re tighten the nuts The panel base can be rotated up to 360 degrees by completely removing nuts B lifting the assembly off the bolts and re positioning accordingly Re attach the nuts and tighten when completed Some models require rotating the shroud to change the direction of the panel To rotate the shroud remove the self tapping screws screw B fig 15 from each of the four brackets and set them to the side additional screws have been provided for your convenience Rotate the shroud to the proper position and use the self tapping screws to
6. on the flashing as you are sliding it under the shingles Step 7 Installing the Solar Fan Position the Solar Fan so that it is directly below the hole fig 8a using the Up label as a guide for orientation Begin sliding the flashing of the Solar Fan underneath the shingles and on top of the felt paper at the mid point of the hole fig 8b Continue sliding the solar fan upward making sure that the top of flashing is facing toward the top of the roof until it is positioned directly over the attic hole fig 8c To comply with Florida Build ing Codes and TDI remove shingles from all around the flashing and secure all 8 holes Wo gt Step 8 Securing the Solar Fan Using the provided steel screws secure the solar fan to the roof The solar fan should be secured across the bottom and on the sides of the flashing by driving screws through the visible pre drilled holes at the bottom edge of the flashing To comply with Florida building codes and TDI secure in all eight holes Apply waterproof roofing sealant to the screw heads fig 9 Use roofing nails as needed to secure any shingles that remain loose Apply waterproof roofing sealant to the backside of any loose shingles or nail heads that have been added Adjusting the Fan Step 9 Adjustments at midday The fan s solar panel should be adjusted to maximize exposure to the sun s path during the day The optimal adjustment is to have the panel 90 de
7. owered Attic Fan please read through the entire installation instructions and call us if you have any questions TOOLS REQUIRED Ladder Caulk Gun with Waterproof Roofing Sealant Reciprocating saw or jig saw Measuring tape or ruler Power drill with a 1 2 1 inch drill bit Permanent marker sidewalk chalk or crayon only one needed Roofing knife or box cutter 1 2 deck screw and screw bit Flat pry bar Hammer amp roofing nails or self taping galvanized screws Installation Instructions It is suggested that you prepare the opening prior to bringing the fan up on the roof Always secure the fan on the roof to avoid injury or having the fan slide off the roof and get damaged Step 1 Ventilation To maximize the solar fan s effectiveness you should remove or block any rooftop static vents or ridge vents If there is an existing turbine type vent simply remove the old vent and use the same hole for the new installation or block completely fig 1 Make sure you have proper intake ventilation at the eave or fascia Use a ratio of 1 sq ft of intake ventilation for every 600 sq ft of attic space Block or fig 1 Important Tip To properly close off any static vents use tar paper and staples as shown in fig 2 amp 3 Copyright 2012 U S Sunlight Corp SolarAtticFan C01 ver 3 Mounting the Fan Step 2 Sizing Requirements See sizing chart on the product box or visit our website at www ussunligh
8. t com to assure that you select the correct number of fans for your situation Some attics have walled off or chambered areas that will require additional fans to properly vent the space If you have any questions or concerns please call our customer service specialists at 1 877 50 USSUN south or southwest Step 3 Positioning of the Solar Fan mid day summer sun The solar fan should be positioned to face south or southwest for optimum performance and should be positioned on an area of the roof that is not shaded or otherwise blocked from the sun for extended periods throughout the day The solar fan should be installed 18 24 inches from the top of the roof peak and as close to the mid point of your house as possible In the case that 2 or more fans are getting installed you should separate the fans by at least 15 feet to optimize ventilation fig 4 Step 4 Marking the Hole From inside the attic measure down from the roof peak approximately 18 to 24 inches and center this spot between two rafters Drill a screw through this mark into the plywood and roof shingle so it will be easily located from on top of the roof Some models include in the box a template for cutting out the hole It is printed on the cardboard protect ing the base of the fan Punch out the template From on top of the roof locate the screw and place the cardboard template over the top of the screw aligning it in the center hole of the template Using a pen or marker
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