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QuietCool AFG SLR-40 Owner's Manual

Solar attic fans, gable/roof mount
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OWNER'S GUIDE
SOLAR ATTIC FANS
AU Models
Gable Mount
Roof Mount
!
DO NOT THROW AWAY!
SERIAL NUMBER FOR FAN IS LOCATED ON THE BACK COVER OF THE OWNER'S GUIDE.
LEAVE WITH HOMEOWNER

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Summary of Contents for QuietCool AFG SLR-40

  • Page 1 OWNER’S GUIDE SOLAR ATTIC FANS AU Models Gable Mount Roof Mount DO NOT THROW AWAY! SERIAL NUMBER FOR FAN IS LOCATED ON THE BACK COVER OF THE OWNER’S GUIDE. LEAVE WITH HOMEOWNER...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, do not use replacement parts that have not been recommended by the manufacturer (e.g. parts made at home using a 3D printer). QC MAN UFACTURIN G, INC. 26040 YNEZ ROAD TEMECULA, CA 92591 PHONE 1-888-QUIETCOOL WEBSITE WWW.QUIETCOOLSYSTEMS.COM 1-888-QUIETCOOL...
  • Page 3: System Overview

    30% off A/C costs. The best part of a QuietCool Solar Attic Fan is that an AC/DC adapt- er is included with the fan. This allows the fan to run during the day from the sunlight, and at nighttime using traditional electricity.
  • Page 4: System Venting Requirements

    /h in the QuietCool system. If an attic has at least .1:1274 attic venting, the QuietCool system will operate efficiently and effectively. If an attic has less than .1:1274 attic venting, the system may not operate as efficiently, or effectively, as it could with .1:1274 attic venting. But don’t worry, the system will still operate if there is not enough venting.
  • Page 5: Installation

    (8) screws with washers that can be used on wood and shingles. (see Figure 2.1B) Figure 2.1C 1. Installing the QuietCool AFG is very easy. To install the AFG, simply mount the gable fan to your gable vents as shown in the following steps:...
  • Page 6: General Safety Information

    AFR & AFG SOLAR PANEL Choosing a location to install your QuietCool solar attic fan or solar panel is very important based on the sun’s path during the day. The optimal adjustment is to have the panel 90 degrees to the midday path of the sun. Be sure to consider potential obstructions such as trees and other homes which may shade the solar panel during certain times of the day.
  • Page 7: Installing Afg Slr Solar Panel

    2.2 INSTALLING AFG SLR SOLAR PANEL Figure 2.2A 1. Find the best mounting location (see Choosing the Right Location on page 6). The wiring from the solar panel is 9 meters long and must connect to the fan. 2. Remove the two screws opposite each other on the side of the panel Figure 2.2B with the LIFT UP label to allow the panel to open.
  • Page 8: Installing Afr Slr On Shingle Roof

    AFR. For installing the AFR on a tile or cement roof, please skip to page 10. 1. Determine in which area you would like to install your QuietCool AFR (see Choosing the Right Location on page 6). Figure 2.3B 2.
  • Page 9 Figure 2.3F NOTE: This seam exists to allow the use of interchangeable flashings. If this seam is not sealed, water may leak in between the fan housing and the flashing. Be sure to use a generous amount of weatherproof sealant to create a watertight seal.
  • Page 10: Installing Afr Slr On Tile/Cement Roof

    When applying weatherproof sealant, be sure to use a generous amount to create a watertight seal. 1. Determine in which area you would like to install your QuietCool AFR (see Choosing the Right Location on page 6). 2. From inside the attic, find the center point between the two roof Figure 2.4B...
  • Page 11 Figure 2.4G 9. Once complete, apply more weatherproof barrier around the fan unit on top and bottom. Be sure to apply a generous amount of weather proof sealant underneath the weatherproof barrier and install with roofing nails. (see Figure 2.4G) 10.
  • Page 12: Adjusting Afr Solar Panel

    3. WIRING CONNECTING THE AC/DC ADAPTER Your QuietCool Solar Attic Fan includes an AC/DC Adapter. This adapter is used to run the solar attic fan at nighttime or when there is no sunlight during the day by utilizing your home’s electricity.
  • Page 13: System Operating Instructions

    The best part about a QuietCool Solar Attic fan is that you never have to think about it! Since it runs off solar power, it will turn on whenever the attic temperature is above 31°C and there is sunlight.
  • Page 14: Warranty

    No subsequent purchaser of the unit or of a home in which it is installed is entitled to any of the benefits of this warranty. The QuietCool Product that you have purchased has a limited warranty from the date of purchase against defects in workmanship and materials.
  • Page 15 Motor Replacements The electrical motor is to be used solely as a direct replacement for a motor of the same model in QC Manufacturing, Inc., QuietCool products. Using the motor in any other product could result in electrical shock and/or fire, which may cause property damage, serious injury or even death.
  • Page 16 Rev. 9/4/24 FAN SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION RETAIN FOR YOUR RECORDS. SERIAL NUMBER IS REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY PURPOSES. 1-888-QUIETCOOL | WWW.QUIETCOOLSYSTEMS.COM...

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