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I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l
12W SOLAR POWERED ATTIC FAN
for shingled pitched roofs
Model: 7SDUB105BLK
NOTE: DO NOT RETURN UNIT TO THE STORE BEFORE
CONTACTING OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT.
Do not dispose the package until you are completely
satisfied with this product. Carefully check the unit and
make sure there is no damage when you open the carton.
If you have any problems with the unit, with how the various
functions work or if the unit is damaged or missing parts,
please go to our website: www.qualitycraft.com and click
on customer support.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTIONS.
FAIlURE TO FOllOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAy
RESUlT IN IMPROPER INSTAllATION AND lACk OF
PERFORMANCE FROM THIS PRODUCT.
CAUTION: Install at your own risk. Professional installation
is recommended. Installation requires climbing and working
at dangerous heights, including ladders, scaffolding, roofs
and attic spaces. Risk of personal injury and property
damage may result from a fall or from falling objects. Use
extreme caution to minimize risk of accidental injury.
• This product has sharp metal edges that can cut your hands.
Wear gloves while handling the fan during installation.
• Wear non-restrictive clothing and rubber-soled, non-slip
shoes with good ankle support.
• Use only strong, well supported ladders.
• Only work on the roof in dry, calm weather.
• When on the roof, be aware of your footing. Watch and check
for slippery or loose shingles as well as rotten substrate mate-
rial that could give way if you step on it.
• When in the attic, ensure that your weight is supported at all
times with structurally sound framing; drywall material is not
designed to carry weight. Wear a mask or respirator to avoid
lung irritation.
• To reduce risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury;
basic safety precautions should always be used when using
power tools, including wearing safety glasses or other suitable
DuraBuild
eye protection. Ensure that the work area is clear of all electri-
cal wires, gas lines, water pipes and other obstacles.
• Avoid power lines and TV antennas.
• Keep children and pets away from the area, in case any loose
debris falls from the roof during installation.
SPECIFICATIONS
Ventilated roof area : Up to 1250 ft
Motor: 24 Volt
Solar Panel: 12 W
Base: Adjustable slope angle from 2 in (5.08 cm) per foot (2/12)
to 15 in (38 cm) per foot (15/12).
Thermal switch: Controls the fan. When attic temperatures reach
85˚ F (29˚ C), the fan turns on. When temperatures drop below
65˚ F (18˚ C), the fan shuts off.
PARTS LIST
Solar panel
Tools Required
• Safety glasses
• Work gloves
• Ladder
• Chalk or carpenter's pencil
• String
• Utility knife
• Tape measure
• Hammer
• Drill (1/2 in [1.27 cm] drill bit)
• Jig saw, circular saw or reciprocating saw
• Caulking gun
• Level
1
2
2
(116 m
)
Motor
Mesh holes
Fan blade
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Summary of Contents for durabuild 7SDUB105BLK
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Page 1: Specifications
I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l DuraBuild 12W SOLAR POWERED ATTIC FAN for shingled pitched roofs eye protection. Ensure that the work area is clear of all electri- Model: 7SDUB105BLK cal wires, gas lines, water pipes and other obstacles. • Avoid power lines and TV antennas. • Keep children and pets away from the area, in case any loose debris falls from the roof during installation. SPECIFICATIONS Ventilated roof area : Up to 1250 ft (116 m Motor: 24 Volt Solar Panel: 12 W Base: Adjustable slope angle from 2 in (5.08 cm) per foot (2/12) - Page 2 DuraBuild Additional supplies required for installation 3. Using a power drill equipped with a 1/2 in (1.27 cm) drill bit, make a pilot hole on the circle. Then using a reciprocating • Exterior/roof caulking saw, cut the hole (Fig. 3). Use a hammer to clear away any • Roofing cement remaining pieces of wood and shingle from the hole after • Galvanized roofing nails cutting. • Waterproof roofing sealent NEVER CUT THROUGH ANy ROOF RAFTERS. REMOVE ONly ROOF SHEATHING. LOCATION 4. With a utility knife, cut a 5 in (12.7 cm) slit through the shingles at the left and right sides of the middle of the hole (Fig. 4). This allows for the foot print of the flashing to be For shingled pitched roof installation only. Check with local inserted up and under the shingles.
- Page 3 DuraBuild attic vent to the roofing substrate. Clean the substrate area 8. Using four (4) roofing nails, secure the solar fan to the roof. of any old cement, caulking or glue or other debris to ensure The solar fan should be secured across the bottom of the a tight seal for the new solar attic fan base. flashing. 2. After removal as described above, follow the installation 9. Apply waterproof roofing sealant to the nail heads. Use instructions in section 6. more roofing nails as needed to secure any loose shingles. Always apply waterproof roofing sealant to the backside WARRANTY of any loose shingles or nails heads that have been added (Fig. 8). This product is guaranteed for five (5) years against corrosion and defects in material or workmanship when used for normal residential purposes. If the unit should fail to operate correctly within 5 years from the date of purchase, please go to our website: www.qualitycraft.com and click on customer support. This warranty covers product defects only. The company’s sole obligation is to repair or replace the unit. This warranty is void, if in the opinion of Quality Craft, the unit has been tampered with, altered, misused, damaged or abused. The warranty is for homeowner use only and does not cover units used in commercial situations. Fig. 7 Fig. 8 WARRANTY CLAIM PROCEDURE 10. Loosen the screw on the clip/screw assembly located on each side of the solar panel bracket (Fig. 9). Adjust the solar panel to a position that will collect the most sunlight If a claimable defect occurs, please fill out a claim form through throughout the day. Tighten screws at the desired position.
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