Blades, PM Motor, w/Outlet Guard, Exhaust Cone, Intake Shutters FAN HIGHLIGHTS VES-Artex Exhaust fans provide superior performance and efficiency over other exhaust fans. Working alongside Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), a 72” fan allows you to run your fans smoothly anywhere between 30% to 100% capacity based on the temperature in your facility. This means your fans operate at the intensity you need them to, every day of every year.
Read and understand this manual before installing or servicing your VES-Artex product. For the safe handling of VES-Artex products, you will find the following safety words: DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE throughout this manual. These will identify safety levels as described below.
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5. Falling damage. Mount fans with 5. Ensure all fan parts are VES-Artex-approved hardware. accounted for before 6. Always wear personal protective installation. equipment when installing and servicing VES-Artex products. 1313 Lakeland Drive, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, United States | 715.720.0800 www.ves-artex.com...
AFRV Direct Drive UNPACKING GENERAL AUTION OTICE 1. Use extreme care when 1. Once a VES-Artex product is unpacking the fan. received, inspect the product 2. Do not remove zip ties (if for any damage. It is present) during transportation...
2. Always wear eye protection when installing and servicing VES-Artex products. Use best industry practices when hoisting the fan to the mounting location. When hoisting the fan attach a lift chain (A) to eye bolt (B) for safe and stable hoisting. The lift chain is not included.
AFRV Direct Drive MECHANICAL INSTALLATION OTICE Be sure to follow all dimensions listed in the manual or the warranty will be void. Contact VES-Artex if you are unsure of the dimensions listed. FAN FRAMING Important Notes: • Consult with a builder to confirm framing before beginning installation.
Note: This image may not show the exact product. *Units are inch (centimeter) unless noted otherwise Fan Model Product Number A - Minimum Wall B - Base Fan Thickness AFRV36 with EC 105295 8 ½ (22) 11.5 (29) motor AFRV36 with AC 101170 8 ½...
FAN ASSEMBLIES *Units are inch (centimeter) unless noted otherwise Fan Model Part Number A - Minimum spacing B - Minimum Center- between fans to-Center Distance AFRV36 with EC 105295 12 (31) 45.5 (115.5) motor AFRV36 with AC 101170 12 (31) 45.5 (115.5)
Align the guard on the cone and temporarily hold the guard in place with clamps. Use the round hooks on the guard as a guide to drill a hole with a diameter of ¼” (6mm). 1313 Lakeland Drive, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, United States | 715.720.0800 www.ves-artex.com...
4. Evenly space the shutter clips around the framed opening. Three clips should be used for each side of the shutter. 5. Insert the shutter into the framed opening. 6. Swivel the shutter clips over the edge of the shutter to secure it. 1313 Lakeland Drive, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, United States | 715.720.0800 www.ves-artex.com...
6. Tighten securely using a low torque drill. Be sure not to over-tighten the bolts. 7. Double-check the alignment of the exhaust fan to ensure it is level and properly positioned. Note: Review Fan Framing for the appropriate measurements. 1313 Lakeland Drive, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, United States | 715.720.0800 www.ves-artex.com...
Failure to comply with instructions could result in fire, electric shock, injury to persons, and/or damage to equipment. MOTOR LABELS AFRV36 (105295) Motor Label AFRV36 (101170) Motor Label 1313 Lakeland Drive, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, United States | 715.720.0800 www.ves-artex.com...
AFRV Direct Drive AFRV72 (117993) Motor Label MOTOR WIRING VES-Artex does not supply the motor-to-control interconnecting wires. The installer must supply these. A licensed electrician must complete all Electrical work in accordance with all Local and National electrical and safety codes, as well as the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) where applicable.
6 Months General cleaning: Wipe blade surfaces. ARNING To avoid shock injury or catastrophic electrical damage to VES-Artex products, do not use pressurized water on the motor or control. Introducing pressurized water will void the warranty. Inspect blades for any irregularities.
For this reason, avoid tight-fitting mounting and safety guards that may obstruct the ventilation openings. • Prevent obstructions from fan inlets and outlets that haven’t been designed by VES-Artex. REPAIR GUIDELINES Replace necessary parts if a part defaults or breaks. Review the...
AFRV72 117993 116012 AFRV72 Cone GUARD Fan Model Part Number Description Product Number AFRV36 105295 100587 AFRV36 Guard with EC Motor AFRV36 101170 100587 guard with AC Motor AFRV72 117993 101279 AFRV72 ROUND GUARD 1313 Lakeland Drive, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, United States | 715.720.0800...
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AFRV Direct Drive SHUTTER Fan Model Part Number Description Product Number AFRV36 105295 101553 AFRV36 Shutter with EC Motor AFRV36 101170 101553 AFRV36 Shutter with AC Motor AFRV72 117993 101223 AFRV72" Shutter Optional Roller Shutter Fan Model Part Number Description...
AFRV Direct Drive Optional Roller Shutter with Safety Guard Fan Model Part Number Description Product Number AFRV36 105295 with EC Motor AFRV36 101170 with AC Motor AFRV72 117993 117836 Shutter, 72", Roller, 120V, w/Manual Mode + Guard Interior Square Guard...
Contact the initial place of purchase or dealer for initial troubleshooting support. 1313 Lakeland Drive, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, United States | 715.720.0800 www.ves-artex.com...
LIMITED WARRANTY & RETURN POLICY THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF. See any updated warranty and policy information on the VES-Artex website: www.ves- artex.com/ves-artex-warranty/. 1313 Lakeland Drive, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, United States | 715.720.0800...
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