Efficient, safe, durable, and airtight fan installation that maximizes air flow
Specifications
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Select a fan that: has an electrically commutated motor (ECM) has an efficacy of 3.8 cfm/watt or more |
Efficient fan selection |
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Select sealants that: are compatible with their intended surfaces, allow for differential expansion and contraction between dissimilar materials, meet the requirements of the applicable fire safety code (e.g., thermal or ignition barriers), and for use inside the pressure boundary select low volatile organic compound (VOC) sealants that meet independent testing and verification protocols |
Select safe and effective sealant |
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Install all electrical wiring according to manufacturer specifications and applicable code |
Prevent an electrical hazard |
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Orient the fan outlet toward the final termination location and so the equivalent length of the duct run is as short as possible |
Short, effective fan venting |
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Specification | Objective |
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Mount fan using mechanical fasteners and per manufacturer's specifications so that fan housing does not shake, rattle, or vibrate when operating |
Securely mounted fan |
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If the fan does not contain an integrated damper, install a damper that: opens in the direction of the desired flow closes when the system is off |
Prevent unwanted air movement while not restricting desired air flow |
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Specification | Objective |
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Cut hole for intakes leaving no more than a 1/8" gap on each side Install register boots using mechanical fasteners sufficient to prevent movement |
Durable intake boots with properly sized opening |
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Specification | Objective |
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Seal gaps around intake register boots with compatible sealant |
Airtight fan installation |
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Specification | Objective |
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Ensure fan and service disconnect switch are accessible for maintenance according to NEC, or applicable building code |
Accessible for service |
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Specification | Objective |
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Duct and terminate fan to the outdoors, which does not include unconditioned spaces such as attics and crawl spaces that are ventilated with the outdoors, in accordance with SWS detail for "Ventilation Ducts" |
Exhausted to outdoors |