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  • Page 1 Maestro BAL Installation Guide...
  • Page 2 Item Checklist & Additional Tools Required For Installation Included Parts: Qty: Maestro BAL Ventilator Speed Controller Power Supply Fixing Strap Speed Controller Fixing Screws Product Manual Warranty Document Additional Parts & Tools Required for Metal Roof (Not Supplied) Soft Rubber Hammer Caulking Gun Fire Rated Sealant Marker Pen...
  • Page 4 Warnings and Important Notices WARNING: Do not proceed with the installation until you have read the entire installation guide, including these warnings. INSTALL AT YOUR OWN RISK The installation of this product may involve working at heights which could be dangerous and lead to the potential risk of death, personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 5: Warnings And Important Notices

    Warnings and Important Notices • When installing eave vents be careful to determine that the eave cladding material does not contain Asbestos. • This product is not suitable for use in cyclonic regions.. • Always use the provided power supply and speed controller to power the fan.
  • Page 6 Installation - Tiled Roof STEP 1 Select a suitable position for the ventilator on the roof no higher than the third row of tiles down from the ridge. Take care to check that there are no obstructions below the tile such as a rafter. The removal of a tile higher than the third row down from the ridge may damage the ridge tile pointing and is NOT recommended.
  • Page 7 Installation - Tiled Roof STEP 3 Remove a single complete tile as Cut Tiles required. Cut other tiles as required to fit the the opening of the ventilator throat. Depending on roof construction a tile batten may be obstructing a clear access to the throat. This batten can be left in place with the Maestro BAL sitting above it.
  • Page 8 Installation - Tiled Roof STEP 5 Fit the ventilator into place and ensure surrounding tiles are fitted securely. For BAL compliance, no gaps greater than 2mm may be present. A water tight install can be achieved by carefully forming the flashing to the tile profiles, without the use of sealant.
  • Page 9 Installation - Tiled Roof STEP 7 Apply a bead of fire rated sealant along the flashing perimeter. STEP 8 FLASHING UPSTAND From the inside of the roof. Form the fixing strap so FIXING STRAP that one end can hook over the flashing upstand BATTEN From within the roof space, hook the fixing...
  • Page 10 Installation - Metal Roof Note: Ridge capping screws may need to be removed whilst performing installation. Upon completion, return the fixing screws to the previous positions STEP 1 MARK CENTRE Select a suitable position for the ventilator. Slip the top edge of the flashing under the ridge cap by at least 50mm and mark position.
  • Page 11 Installation - Metal Roof STEP 3 Return the Maestro BAL to the roof, positioning it over the cutout. Ensure that the top of the flashing is slipped under the ridge capping. For lower pitched roofs, turn up the top edge of the flashing before slipping under ridge capping.
  • Page 12 Installation - Metal Roof STEP 5 Apply a bead of fire rated sealant around the flashing perimeter. Secure the flashing to the metal sheeting with Tek screws or sealed rivets along the 3 exposed edges of the flashing. Approximately 10 required (not supplied).
  • Page 13 Maintenance - Ember Screen The only maintenance required for the Maestro BAL is the occasional cleaning of the stainless steel ember screen. Time between cleaning depends on operating conditions, however yearly cleaning should be performed to maintain optimal performance of the product’s airflow. To clean the ember screen follow the instructions below.
  • Page 14 Maintenance - Sparkguard STEP 3 Place the dome onto the unit. Line up the holes in the dome with the mounting points on the top of the fan housing. STEP 4 REFIX SCREWS Refix the dome to the Maestro BAL housing with the 4 screws removed in step 1.
  • Page 15: Possible Actions

    FAQ & Troubleshooting Do I need an electrician to install the Maestro BAL? If you have an avaliable power point that can be reached then no electrician in required. If a power point is unavaliable then an electrician will be required to install one. Is the Maestro BAL, BAL Compliant? If installed as per the instructions then the Maestro BAL is compliant for all BAL levels up to BAL-40.