QA-Deluxe QA-Deluxe 5500(R2T) - User Manual
This installation manual covers the QuietAir Fans whole-house ventilation system, focusing on safety and proper setup. The document outlines critical requirements such as selecting an installation site with appropriate joist spacing, clear attic space, and correct damper box orientation to ensure effective airflow. It emphasizes that the unit must be installed by a qualified professional following local building codes, with warnings against fire or electrical hazards. Additionally, it details specific steps for mounting components like grilles, ducting, and dampers–including securing ducts with proper slack to maintain efficiency–and highlights the need for adequate venting area based on model specifications to prevent energy loss or condensation issues.
Table of Contents:
- Page 1 – Safety and Installation Instructions for Whole House Fan
- Page 2 – Selecting the Installation Site for Whole House Fan
- Page 3 – Installing Ventilation Grille in Drywall
- Page 4 – Installing the Damper Box
- Page 5 – Attaching Ducting to the Fan Housing
- Page 6 – Attic Ducting Installation and Damper Box Connection
- Page 7 – Grille Installation and Electrical Wiring
- Page 8 – Venting Requirements and Calculations for Whole House Fans
Installation Instructions
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFTEY INFORMATION
Read the following safety information before installing this Whole House Fan. Failure to follow these
instructions could result in personal injury, death or property damage.
WARNING
- TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the
manufacturer.
Before installing, servicing, or cleaning the unit, main electrical disconnect switch must be in the OFF
position and install a lockout tag.
CAUTION
- FOR GENERAL VENILATING USE ONLY. NOT DESIGNED TO EXHAUST HAZARDOUS
OR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS AND VAPORS.
WARNING
- TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELETRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
Qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated
construction, must do installation work and electrical wiring.
Contact Us
(888) 398-5267
"Loading the manual" means you need to wait until the file loads and becomes available for online reading. Some manuals are very large, and the time they take to appear depends on your internet speed.
Was this manual helpful?
About this manual
- Brand
- QA-Deluxe
- Model
- QA-Deluxe 5500(R2T)
- Document type
- User Manual
- Category
- Fan
- Language(s)
- English
- Pages
- 8
- File size
- 1.1 MB
- Format
Summary
Safety warnings regarding fire, electric shock, and injury; requirement for qualified installation by professionals; unit is for general ventilation only.
Requirements for choosing the installation location, including joist spacing, clear attic space, and damper box orientation.
Procedure for cutting drywall for the grille installation, emphasizing cutting to grille dimensions and safe drilling techniques.
