QuietCool AFR SMT-2.0 Installation guide

Brand: QuietCool

Model: AFR SMT-2.0

Type: Installation guide

QuietCool AFR SMT-2.0 is the first smart attic fan on the market and the most energy efficient too! It is designed for every application imaginable. QuietCool Specialty Series fans dominate the market in energy efficiency and work great in practically all climate zones and most homes, mobile homes, and even warehouse buildings!

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read Instructions - All safety and operation instructions must be read. Failure to read and follow

instructions as stated in this guide may void applicable warranty.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings should be followed.

4. Follow Instructions - All installation and operating instructions should be followed.

5. Heat - The QuietCool system should be situated away from heat sources.

6. Damage Requiring Service - Only qualified service personnel should service the QuietCool system.

The user should not attempt to service the product.

7. Building Codes - Always follow Local Building Codes when installing appliances

CONTENTS

1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW ..............................................................1

1.1 Introduction ..............................................................1

1.2 Features .................................................................1

1.3 Benefits ..................................................................2

1.4 System Venting Requirements .............................................2

2. INSTALLATION ..................................................................3

2.1.1 Installing AFG Model Fans .................................................3

2.1.2 Installing AFG Vent Covers ................................................4

2.2 Installing AFR Model Fans .................................................5

2.3 Installing RM Model Fans .................................................6

2.4 Installing GA Model Fans ..................................................8

2.5 Installing GX Model Fans ..................................................9

3. WIRING ........................................................................11

3.1 Specialty Fan Wiring - Smart ..............................................11

3.2 Specialty Fan Wiring - Thermostat ........................................12

3.3 Specialty Fan Wiring - Timer ..............................................13

4. SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................14

4.1 QuietCool Smart Attic Fan - Gable .........................................14

4.2 QuietCool Pro Attic Fan - Gable ...........................................15

4.3 QuietCool Smart Attic Fan - Roof ..........................................15

4.4 QuietCool Garage Fans ...................................................16

4.5 QuietCool Roof Mount Fans ...............................................16

WARRANTY .......................................................................17

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1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW

1.1 INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on the purchase of your new QuietCool Specialty Series Fan!

The QuietCool Specialty Series was designed for every application imaginable. QuietCool Specialty Series

fans dominate the market in energy efficiency. Our Specialty Series works great in practically all climate

zones and most homes, mobile homes, and even warehouse buildings!

QuietCool Attic Fans: The QuietCool Attic Fans are the best in the business. New for 2017, we offer a smart

line of attic fans including the AFG SMT-3.0 attic gable fan and the AFR SMT-2.0, the first smart attic fans on

the maket, and the most energy efficient too! We also have the AFG PRO-3.0, the most powerful residential

attic gable fan on the market.

QuietCool Garage Fans: The QuietCool Garage Fans offer great ventilation options for your garage, man cave,

or workshop. We offer the GA ES-1500 to ventilate both your garage and attic, and the GX ES-1100 to ventilate

your garage only, with a wall mount design.

QuietCool Roof Mount Fans: The QuietCool Roof Mount Fans offer great versatility for any system you are

looking to put in. QuietCool Roof Mount Fans can be used as an attic fan, as a whole house fan with a duct, or

as a whole house fan that pulls air through air intake grilles in multiple rooms.

1.2 Series Features

• High Efficiency Design

• Designed and Built in California

• 15 Year Warranty

• Attic Fans (AFG SMT-3.0 shown right)

• Garage Fans

• Roof Mount Fans

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1.4 System Venting Requirements

VERY IMPORTANT! - 1 SQUARE FOOT OF NET FREE VENT AREA PER 750 CFM

RECOMMENDED! - 2 TO 4 SQUARE FEET OF INLET VENTS PER FAN

Venting plays a very significant role in the performace of QuietCool fans. QuietCool recommends a minimum of

1 SQ. FT. of venting for every 750 CFM in the QuietCool system. If an attic has at least 1:750 attic venting, the

QuietCool system will operate efficiently and effectively. If an attic has less than 1:750 attic venting, the

system may not operate as efficiently, or effectively, as it could with 1:750 attic venting. But don’t worry, the

system will still operate if there is not enough venting.

Insufficient venting is a very simple problem to fix. Roofing contractors can add extra venting to most homes

simply and easily. The most common types of venting is shown in the chart below.

Vent Type Model Type Average Size Venting Sq. Ft.

Gable vent 12” x 19.5” 1.20

Dormer Vent 14” x 8” 0.70

Eave Vent

4”

5”

6”

0.03

0.04

0.07

Ridge Vent 4’ - 12’ 0.125 per ft

Soffit Vent

16” x 4”

16” x 6”

16” x 8”

0.19

0.29

0.39

O’Hagin Vent

Low/Medium Profile

Tapered Low Profile

Low Profile Flat

High Profile

0.5

0.6

0.68

Turbine Vent

8”

12”

14”

.35

.79

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*Note: This table is only a guideline and is not a guarantee of venting capacity.

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2. INSTALLATION

2.1.1 Installing AFG (Attic Fan Gable) model fans

NOTE: The AFG model fans are designed to mount behind

existing louvers. If no louver exists, one must be

installed. Louver should be installed in the upper center section of the gable.

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:

Flush Mount: The AFG can be mounted flush to a rectangular type louver by

fastening through the mounting brackets to the frame of the louver (as shown in

Figure 2.1A).

As stated in the note above, any area of the louver that is not covered by the AFG

must be sealed off in order to prevent air leakage, which may hinder performance.

This is the most conventional method of mounting the AFG. We recommend using the

Flush Mount option if possible for all applications.

Wide Mount: The AFG can be mounted on a wide louver, but additional mounting steps

must be taken in order for the fan to work properly. As shown in Figure 2.1B, two additional

boards must be fastened to the boards framing the gable vent so the AFG can be

mounted securely.

As stated in the note above, any area of the louver that is not covered by the AFG must be

sealed off in order to prevent air leakage, which may hinder performance.

Odd Mount: The AFG can also be mounted off center for an odd shaped louver

(as shown in Figure 2.1C).

As stated in the note above, any area of the louver that is not covered by

the AFG must be sealed off in order to prevent air leakage, which may hinder

performance.

While this is not the most ideal way to mount the gable fan, it is possible.

However, since the fan is not completely covering the vent, maximum airflow

will not be achieved.

Figure 2.1A

Figure 2.1B

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NOTE: The AFG can be mounted on many other types of louvers, including triangle

vents, round vents, half-round vents, etc. If the vent is smaller than the area of the

fan, we recommend constructing a chamber that surrounds the vent, and then mount

the AFG to the chamber to ensure maximum airflow and performance.

2.1.2 Installing AFG (Attic Fan Gable) Vent Covers

Included with your QuietCool Attic Gable Fan are four vent covers that

are designed to be installed around the attic fan housing to block any air

backdrafting into the attic through a gable vent that is larger than the attic

fan cylinder, causing air to cycle in and out around the vent.

1. Take the vent cover and match it to one of the sides around the attic

fan housing.

2. Using the two provided wood screws, attach each corner to the wood

framing around your gable vent. (See picture for screw locations)

3. Repeat step 1 and 2 for the three additional covers.

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Getting Started

Always follow Local Building Codes because the fan may require specific fasteners or anchoring systems

not discussed in this installation guide. Installation should be done by a licensed roofing contractor.

Safety Information

Safety precautions should be taken when performing the roofing work described in this installation

guide. You can significantly reduce your risk of danger by following the below recommendations:

• Do not install the fan in wet or windy conditions

• Tie-off both yourself and your equipment when working on steep pitched roofs to avoid falls

• Wear safety glasses and protective gloves when using power tools

• Always wear slip-resistant shoes when working on the roof

• Do not cut through any rafters or structural members of the roof during installation

Ventilation Requirements

If the fan is being installed as an attic fan, in order for it to operate at maximum performance, your

attic must have enough intake ventilation (net free area) to support the amount of air that your fan is

moving. We always recommend 1 SQFT of attic venting per 750 CFM in the system.

Materials Needed

• Cordless Drill with Nut

Driver

• Self-Tapping Screws with

Rubber Bonded Washers

• Reciprocating Saw

• Measuring Tape

• Weatherproof Roofing

Grade Sealant

• Roofing Knife

• Ladder Marker or Carpenter

Pencil

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Choosing the Right Location

Choose a location to install your QuietCool roof mounted fan that allows for balanced airflow throughout

the attic space. We always recommend the fan to be installed centrally located on the roof three feet

below the ridge line. This will allow you to access the fan very easily. Your roof mount fan should not be

installed any closer than within 5 feet to an existing passive vent, ridge vent, or additional fan unit.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT CUT THROUGH ANY RAFTERS OR STRUCTURAL MEMBERS WHILE CUTTING THE VENT

HOLE. ONLY CUT OUT THE ROOF DECKING.

2.2 Installing AFR (Attic Fan Roof) model fans

1. Determine in which area you would like to install your QuietCool Attic Roof Mount Fan.

IMPORTANT: After choosing the location where your roof mount attic fan will be installed, find the

closest rafter to that location and determine if your roof has either 16” on center or 24” on center

rafter spacing.

2. Find the center point between the two rafters and mark it as the center of the vent hole. Partially insert

a screw into the center point mark.

NOTE: If you have a tile roof, you will need to move the tiles out of the way before tracing and cutting.

(See Figure 2.2A on pg. 6)

3. Go to the roof. Using the screw as a reference point, trace out a 16” diameter circle.

4. Use a reciprocating saw to cut out the traced hole pattern from the roof decking. Remove the cut out

decking material from around the hole as needed. (See Figure 2.2B on pg. 6)

5. If you have a shingle roof, insert the reciprocating saw sideways between the shingles and roof decking.

Starting at the 3 o’clock position of the vent hole, begin cutting in a sweeping motion under the shingles,

cutting through any roofing nails or staples. Continue cutting counterclockwise around the vent hole

until reaching the 9 o’clock position. Using a roofing knife, cut a 4 inch horizontal slit in the shingles at

the 9 o’clock and 3 o’clock positions of the hole, allowing the fan’s flashing to slide underneath the

shingles.

6. Apply weatherproof material to the roof. (See Figure 2.2C on pg. 6)

7. Position the fan so that it is centered with the vent hole and allow the power cord to hang freely from

the bottom of the fan unit. The power cord comes in 20 ft length. Make sure your fan is close enough to

an outlet in your attic. (See Figure 2.2D on pg. 6)

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Figure 2.2A Figure 2.2B Figure 2.2C

2.3 Installing RM (Roof Mount) model fans

1. Determine in which area you would like to install your QuietCool Roof Mount Fan. (See Figure 2.3D for

assistance in figuring out how to install the fan)

IMPORTANT: After choosing the location where your roof mount attic fan will be installed, find

the closest rafter to that location and determine if your roof has either 16” on center or 24” on

center rafter spacing.

IMPORTANT: If you are installing the RM fan as a ducted fan, it’s time to find the exact location

for your ceiling box and grille using a stud finder. Locate the wall studs and mark the location for

the box to be installed. Minimum of 20” clearance required. Make sure the duct will fit between

the fan location and the ceiling box location. Using a drywall saw, cut out the drywall.

2. Find the center point between the two rafters and mark it as the center of the vent hole. Partially insert a

screw into the center point mark.

7. Lifting the fan unit up at an angle, apply weatherproof caulking to the bottom side of the fan unit. This will

help keep the fan in place and will seal nice and tight.

8. With all fan cables connected and hanging inside the vent hole, slide the fan unit underneath the shingles

until the fan reaches the top of the hole. Secure the fan flashing to the roof. Finish caulking around the fan

and flashing it into the roof to make a nice seal. (See Figure 2.2E)

9. Your install is complete! (See Figure 2.2F)

Figure 2.2D Figure 2.2E Figure 2.2F

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NOTE: If you have a tile roof, you will need to move the tiles out of the way before tracing and

cutting. (See Figure 2.2A)

3. Go to the roof. Using the screw as a reference point, trace out either a 14” (RM ES-1100) or 16” (RM ES-

2200) diameter circle. NOTE: The RM ES-2200 will only fit 24” on center.

4. Use a reciprocating saw to cut out the traced hole pattern from the roof decking. Remove the cut out

decking material from around the hole as needed. (See Figure 2.2B on pg. 6)

5. If you have a shingle roof, insert the reciprocating saw sideways between the shingles and roof decking.

Starting at the 3 o’clock position of the vent hole, begin cutting in a sweeping motion under the shingles,

cutting through any roofing nails or staples. Continue cutting counterclockwise around the vent hole until

reaching the 9 o’clock position. Using a roofing knife, cut a 4 inch horizontal slit in the shingles at the 9

o’clock and 3 o’clock positions of the hole, allowing the fan’s flashing to slide underneath the shingles.

6. Apply weatherproof material to the roof. (See Figure 2.2C on pg. 6)

7. Position the fan so that it is centered with the vent hole and allow the power cord to hang freely from the

bottom of the fan unit. The power cord comes in 20 ft length. Make sure your fan is close enough to an

outlet in your attic. (See Figure 2.2D on pg. 6)

7. Lifting the fan unit up at an angle, apply weatherproof caulking to the bottom side of the fan unit. This will

help keep the fan in place and will seal nice and tight.

8. With all fan cables connected and hanging inside the vent hole, slide the fan unit underneath the shingles

until the fan reaches the top of the hole. Secure the fan flashing to the roof. Finish caulking around the fan

and flashing it into the roof to make a nice seal. (See Figure 2.2E on pg. 6)

IMPORTANT: If installing as an attic fan, you are done!

IMPORTANT: If you are installing the RM fan in a flat or sloped ceiling application without duct,

find the location for your ceiling box and grille using a stud finder. Locate the wall studs and

mark the location for the box to be installed. Using a drywall saw, cut out the drywall. Place the

ceiling box (if applicable) over the ceiling cut out. Attach the ceiling box using screws into the

ceiling joists. (see Figure 2.4D on pg. 9) Install the ceiling grille. (see Figure 2.5H on pg. 10)

IMPORTANT: If you are installing the RM fan in a flat or sloped ceiling application without duct,

find the location for your ceiling box and grille using a stud finder. Locate the wall studs and

mark the location for the box to be installed. Using a drywall saw, cut out the drywall. Place

the ceiling box (if applicable) over the ceiling cut out. Attach the ceiling box using screws into

the ceiling joists. (see Figure 2.4D on pg. 9) Install the ceiling grille. (see Figure 2.5H on pg. 10).

Connect the duct from the ceiling box to the fan unit.

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2.4 Installing GA (Garage Attic) model fans

VERY IMPORTANT: MINIMUM OF 26” CLEARANCE REQUIRED ABOVE CEILING FOR

INSTALLATION OF GA MODEL FANS. ALWAYS FOLLOW LOCAL BUILDING CODES.

1. Determine in which area you would like to install your QuietCool Garage Attic Fan. Now it’s time to find

the exact location using a stud finder. Locate the ceiling studs and mark the location for the fan to be

installed. (see Figure 2.4A on pg. 9) One side of the cut out should be directly next to a wood member

for proper fan mounting and support.

Figure 2.3D: Roof Mount Application Diagrams

Flat Roof - No Duct: Works with CRB and FLT Models

Sloped Roof - No Duct: Works with SLP Models

Flat Roof - With Duct: Works with CRB and FLT Models

Sloped Roof - With Duct: Works with SLP Models

EXTREMELY IMPORTANT: It is very important that you install the RM fans correctly, as shown in

the following diagrams, as it will dramatically affect the sound level of the fan. NEVER install the

ceiling grille directly underneath the fan. Always offset at least two feet.

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Figure 2.4A Figure 2.4B Figure 2.4C Figure 2.4D

2.5 Installing GX (Garage Exterior) model fans

1. Determine in which area you would like to install your QuietCool Garage Exterior Mount Fan. Now it’s

time to find the exact location using a stud finder. Locate the wall studs and mark the location for

the fan to be installed (see Figure 2.4A). One side of the cut out should be directly next to a wood

member for proper fan mounting and support.

2. When you find the location, mark a 14 1/4” square using a framing square or template. Make sure you

have 2” of clearance all the way around it. The grille that will be installed later is a 16” square (see

Figure 2.4B).

3. Starting at one corner of the square using a drywall saw, cut out the opening. Remove the drywall

cutout and clear away insulation (if applicable) (see Figure 2.4C).

2. When you find the location, mark a 14 1/4” square using a framing square or template. Make sure you

have 2” of clearance all the way around it. The grille that will be installed later is a 16” square. (see

Figure 2.4B)

3. Starting at one corner of the square using a drywall saw, cut out the opening. Remove the drywall

cutout and clear away insulation (if applicable). (see Figure 2.4C)

4. Take the GA fan model into the attic and place it over the ceiling cut out. Attach the fan using screws

into the ceiling joists. (see Figure 2.4D). Install the ceiling grille. (see Figure 2.5H)

VERY IMPORTANT: CHECK TO MAKE SURE FAN BLADE SPINS FREELY AND THE FIRE DAMPER

CLOSES EASILY. MAKE SURE TO SECURE THE LATCH IN THE OPEN POSITION

AVOID BACKDRAFTS: MAKE SURE THE GARAGE FAN WILL NOT BACKDRAFT COMBUSTION

APPLIANCES IN THE GARAGE. QUIETCOOL GARAGE FANS MOVE LARGE QUANTITIES OF AIR.

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Figure 2.5E Figure 2.5F Figure 2.5G Figure 2.5H

4. From the interior, drill a hole through the exterior at the four corners of the cut out (see Figure 2.5A).

5. Go to the exterior and place the square wall mounting bracket aligned to the 4 drilled holes. Using a level,

mark the inside of the bracket with a pencil (see Figure 2.5B).

6. Using a saw or angle grinder, cut out the marked area of stucco or siding (see Figure 2.5C).

7. Remove cut out of exterior stucco or siding. Then cut out any applicable sheathing.

8. Now install the exterior cover frame. Make sure the frame is level and then attach the four corners with

long enough screws to penetrate the wood studs. Note: Predrilling may be required (see Figure 2.5D).

9. Place fan into the cut out area. Fasten the fan in each 4 corners to the vertical wood studs (see Figure

2.5E).

10. Caulk exterior around frame (see Figure 2.5F).

11. Attach the exterior cover to mounting frame using 4 sheet metal screws (see Figure 2.5G).

12. Mount inside wall grille (see Figure 2.5H).

Figure 2.5A Figure 2.5B Figure 2.5C Figure 2.5D

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3. WIRING

NOTE: Wiring Diagrams are for examples ONLY. Wiring should be done by an experienced

electrician.

NOTE: Your fan may have come with the thermostat pre-wired to a power cord. If this is the case,

simply mount the thermostat or junction box, find a power source in your attic, and plug the

fan in. If you would like to hard-wire the fan, or it is required by your local building codes, please

follow the wiring instructions below.

3.1. Specialty Fan Wiring - Smart (AFG SMT-3.0 & AFR SMT-2.0)

If you purchased a specialty fan with a smart motor, the fan has the thermostat and humidistat built into the motor.

This makes the installation extremely simply.

1. For this installation, you will need a 2 wire Romex.

2. Open up the junction box from the fan. Remove the power cord. Bring your 2 wire Romex from the power

source into the junction box.

3. With a wire nut, tie the white common wire together. Then tie the black wires together.

4. Ground the green wire from the fan and the ground wire from the Romex to the junction box.

NOTE: When the Smart Attic Fan is connected to power for the first time, it will start in test mode.

It will run for 60 seconds to ensure it runs properly. After 60 seconds, if the temperature is in

operating range (as shown on page 14), the fan will continue to run. If the temperature is not in

operating range, the fan will shut off. If the fan does not come on the first time it is connected to

power, there may be a problem with the wiring. Please contact us if you have any issues.

Figure 3.1A: Smart Attic Fan at the Junction Box

Ground the fan to the junction box

using the green ground screw

Specialty Series Fan

Junction

Box

Power Source

14-2 Wire

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Ground the fan to the junction box

using the green ground screw

Specialty Series Fan

Junction

Box

Power Source

14-2 Wire

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3.2 Specialty Fan Wiring - Thermostat (AFG PRO-3.0, GA ES-1500, GX ES-1100, RM ES-1100, RM ES-2200)

For wiring of a Specialty Series Fan with a thermostat. This wiring method works with all of our Specialty

Series fans, but we do not recommend using it with a Roof Mount fan that is being used as a whole house fan.

1. For this installation, you will need a 2 wire Romex, and a thermostat.

2. Open up the thermostat that is connected to the fan. Remove the power cord. Bring your 2 wire Romex

from the power source into the thermostat.

3. With a wire nut, tie the white common wires together.

4. Tie the black wire from the fan to one of the black wires from the thermostat. Either black wire from the

thermostat will work.

5. Tie the black wire from the power source to the remaining black wire from the thermostat.

6. Using the ground screw in the thermostat, ground your power source and the green wire from the fan.

7. Mount the thermostat to one of the joists near the attic fan.

WIRING THE THERMOSTAT REMOTELY:

1. For this installation, you will need a 2 wire Romex, junction box, and a thermostat.

2. Open up the thermostat that is connected to the fan. Remove the power cord. Remove the bracket

mounting the thermostat to the flex tubing and remove the thermostat.

3. Mount the junction box to the flex tubing with the included bracket and mount the junction box. Bring

your 2 wire romex from the power source into the junction box.

Figure 3.2A: Thermostat Wiring

Ground the fan and power to the thermostat

using the green ground screw

Specialty Series Fan

Power Source

14-2 Wire

60°

Thermostat

FAN ON

TEMPERATURE

90°

120°

ADJUSTABLE

TEMPERATURE THERMOSTAT

CAUTION

Automatically started device - to reduce the

risk of injury disconnect from power supply

before servicing. For residential use only. See

instructions for wiring diagram.

60°

ADVANCED ATTIC GABLE FANS

Ground the fan and power to the thermostat

using the green ground screw

Specialty Series Fan

Power Source

14-2 Wire

60°

Thermostat

FAN ON

TEMPERATURE

90°

120°

ADJUSTABLE

TEMPERATURE THERMOSTAT

CAUTION

Automatically started device - to reduce the

risk of injury disconnect from power supply

before servicing. For residential use only. See

instructions for wiring diagram.

60°

ADVANCED ATTIC GABLE FANS

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4. Mount the thermostat in the best location for thermostat readings. Run a 2 wire Romex from the

junction box to the thermostat. Tape the white wire on each side of the 2 wire Romex to indicate that

it is a switch leg.

5. In the junction box, with a wire nut, tie the white common wires together. Using the green ground

screw, ground the green wire from the fan and the 2 wire Romex from the thermostat, to the junction

box. Tie the black wire from the fan to the taped white wire from the thermostat. Tie the black wire

from the power source to the black wire from the thermostat. Replace the cover on the junction box.

6. In the themostat, tie the black wire to one of the black wires from the thermostat. Tie the taped wire

to the other black wire from the thermostat. Using the ground screw in the thermostat, ground the

ground wire from the 2 wire Romex.

3.3 Specialty Fan Wiring - Timer

For wiring of a Specialty Series Fan with a timer. This wiring method works with all of our Specialty Series fans.

1. For this installation, you will need a 2 & 3 wire Romex, and an 8 Hour Timer.

2. Begin wiring the timer. From your 3 wire Romex, using a wire nut, tie the two red wires together, the

two white wires together, the two black wires together, and the two ground wires together.

3. Open up the junction box that is connected to the fan. Bring your 2 wire and 3 wire into the junction

box.

3. Tie the white common wires from the fan, the power source, and the timer together. Then, using the

green ground screw, ground the green wire from the fan to the handy box.

4. With a wire nut, tie the black wire from the fan to the red wire from the timer.

Figure 3.2B: Thermostat Wiring in a Remote Location

Ground the fan to the junction box

using the green ground screw

Specialty Series Fan

Junction

Box

Power Source

14-2 Wire

60°

Thermostat

FAN ON

TEMPERATURE

90°

120°

ADJUSTABLE

TEMPERATURE THERMOSTAT

CAUTION

Automatically started device - to reduce the

risk of injury disconnect from power supply

before servicing. For residential use only. See

instructions for wiring diagram.

60°

ADVANCED ATTIC GABLE FANS

Ground the fan to the junction box

using the green ground screw

Specialty Series Fan

Junction

Box

Power Source

14-2 Wire

60°

Thermostat

FAN ON

TEMPERATURE

90°

120°

ADJUSTABLE

TEMPERATURE THERMOSTAT

CAUTION

Automatically started device - to reduce the

risk of injury disconnect from power supply

before servicing. For residential use only. See

instructions for wiring diagram.

60°

ADVANCED ATTIC GABLE FANS

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5. Then, tie the black wire from the power source to the black wire from the timer.

6. Lastly, tie the copper ground wire from the power source to the copper ground wire from the timer.

4. SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

4.1 QuietCool Attic Fan Gable - Smart (AFG SMT-3.0)

QuietCool Attic Fans work almost everywhere, anytime. During the summer, an attic can be 40-50 degrees hotter

than the outside temperature, which in turn heats up the house much faster. With an attic fan, you can cool the

attic to the same temperature as it is outside, greatly reducing the house from heating as quickly.

With the QuietCool Smart Attic Fan, gone are the days of having to adjust the thermostat for your attic fan.

Featuring a built-in thermostat and humidistat, the self-adjusting, 10-speed ECM motor is always reading the

temperature and humidity in the attic.

When the fan detects temperature over 80 degrees, or humidity over 60%, the Smart Attic Fan comes on at the

lowest speed. As the attic starts to heat up, the Smart Attic Fan automatically adjusts it’s speed.

Temp. 80° 85° 90° 95° 100° 105° 110° 115° 120° 125°+

Humidity 60%+ N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

Speed 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

CFM 963 1343 1513 1641 1841 2014 2119 2356 2500 2830

Watts 15 18 25 34 49 60 79 99 117 145

*All specs are approximate. For the most up-to-date specs, please visit QuietCoolSystems.com

Figure 3.3A

Ground the fan to the junction box

using the green ground screw

Specialty Series Fan

Junction

Box

Power

Source

14-2 Wire

8 HOUR

4 HOUR

2 HOUR

1 HOUR

HOLD

Bare Copper Wires Tied

Together

Match Wire

Colors Together

14-3 Wire

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Ground the fan to the junction box

using the green ground screw

Specialty Series Fan

Junction

Box

Power

Source

14-2 Wire

8 HOUR

4 HOUR

2 HOUR

1 HOUR

HOLD

Bare Copper Wires Tied

Together

Match Wire

Colors Together

14-3 Wire

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The QuietCool Smart Attic Fan will help your attic stay cooler than with a traditional single-speed attic fan, and

will help save you energy by running the fan at a lower speed (thus a lower wattage) when the attic is not

as hot.

4.2 QuietCool Attic Fan Gable - Pro (AFG PRO-3.0)

QuietCool Attic Fans work almost everywhere, almost anytime. During the summer, an attic can be 40-50

degrees hotter than the outside temperature, which in turn heats up the house much faster. With an attic fan,

you can cool the attic to the same temperature as it is outside, greatly reducing the house from heating up as

quickly.

The AFG PRO-3.0 is the most powerful residential attic fan on the market. Moving over 3000 CFM at just 250

watts, this fan exhuasts the attic of hot, stale air very quickly and very efficiently. In fact, it is up to 3 times more

efficient and up to 2 times more powerful than an average big box store attic fan.

Simply set your thermostat and forget about your QuietCool Attic Fan!

4.3 QuietCool Attic Fan Roof - Smart (AFR SMT-2.0)

QuietCool Attic Fans work almost everywhere, anytime. During the summer, an attic can be 40-50 degrees hotter

than the outside temperature, which in turn heats up the house much faster. With an attic fan, you can cool the

attic to the same temperature as it is outside, greatly reducing the house from heating as quickly.

With the QuietCool Smart Attic Fan, gone are the days of having to adjust the thermostat for your attic fan.

Featuring a built-in thermostat and humidistat, the self-adjusting, 10-speed ECM motor is always reading the

temperature and humidity in the attic.

When the fan detects temperature over 80 degrees, or humidity over 60%, the Smart Attic Fan comes on at the

lowest speed. As the attic starts to heat up, the Smart Attic Fan automatically adjusts it’s speed.

Temp. 80° 85° 90° 95° 100° 105° 110° 115° 120° 125°+

Humidity 60%+ N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

Speed 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

CFM 892 1113 1225 1331 1432 1584 1627 1736 1843 2014

Watts 15 30 42 55 73 95 120 150 155 159

*All specs are approximate. For the most up-to-date specs, please visit QuietCoolSystems.com

With the QuietCool Smart Attic Fan, the attic will help your attic stay cooler than a traditional single-speed attic

fan, and will help save you energy by running the fan at a lower speed (thus a lower wattage) when the attic is

not as hot.

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4.4 QuietCool Garage Fans (GA ES-1500 and GX ES-1100)

QuietCool Garage Fans work great to cool your garage, man cave, or workshop. Our two models work for different

applications. Our GA ES-1500 works to cool and ventilate your garage and the attic above your garage. This

greatly reduced the heat transfer between the attic and garage on really hot days. Our GX ES-1100 works well to

cool and ventilate your garage. Run both of these fans when it is cooler outside than it is in your garage.

Don’t let your garage get hot and worry about damage to your vehicles, motorcycles, boat, etc.; just install a

QuietCool Garage Fan!

4.5 QuietCool Roof Mount Fans (RM ES-1100 and RM ES-2200)

The QuietCool (RM) Roof Mount Fans are the most versatile fans that we offer. They can be used as an attic fan,

a whole house fan with a duct, or a whole house fan with multiple inlet vents. QuietCool Roof Mount Fans also

work where a conventional QuietCool Whole House Fan will not. Roof Mount fans work with homes that have a

sealed attic, manufactured homes with no attic, homes with cathedral ceilings, and even industrial buildings

such as warehouses.

If you installed your Roof Mount as a whole house fan, run the fan when it is cooler outside than it is inside your

home. Be sure to crack open a few select windows in your home and let the Roof Mount fan do the rest.

If you installed your Roof Mount as an attic fan, set your thermostat and let it run! When installed as an attic

fan, it is effective almost everywhere, almost anytime.

If you have any trouble installing or operating your new QuietCool Specialty Series Fan, please visit our website

at www.QuietCoolSystems.com or call us at 951-325-6340 for support.

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SPECIALTY SERIES FANS LIMITED WARRANTY

15 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

PRODUCT INFORMATION

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QUIETCOOL SPECIALTY SERIES FANS

QC Manufacturing Inc. extends this warranty to the original purchaser of the following QuietCool

Specialty Series Fans ---- AFG SMT-3.0, AFG PRO-3.0, AFR SMT-2.0, GA ES-1500, GX ES-1100, RM ES-1100,

RM ES-2200 ---- installed and used in a residence under normal conditions within the United States:

A. Fifteen year coverage applies to the QuietCool motor fan assembly. At our option we will repair or

replace any part of the assembly should it fail to operate during the first fifteen years from the

date of original purchase.

B. One year coverage for all other components including grills, housings, controls and accessories

furnished by QC Manufacturing Inc. At our option we will repair or replace any part which fails as a

result of defective material or workmanship during the rst year from the original date of purchase.

C.This warranty does not cover any of the following:

1. Incidental or consequential damage resulting from the operation of our equipment or any

malfunction thereof.

2. Cost of service calls to diagnose the cause of problems or the labor charge to un-install any

components.

3. Product failure or damage due to faulty installation, abuse, misuse, unauthorized alteration to

factory specs, lack of maintenance, or transportation damage.

4. Shipping or postage for warranty claims.

D. To obtain service under this warranty, contact the dealer where you purchased the equipment.

If you are unable to find or reach your dealer, contact Customer Service at QC Manufacturing, Inc.,

at the number below

This warranty is the only warranty extended by QC Manufacturing, Inc. to purchasers or suppliers of our equipment. QC Manufacturing Inc. disclaims all other

warranties, express or implied, that arise by operation of the law.

Rev.6.5.17

E. Registration is no longer required for QuietCool fans. If service is required under this warranty,

you must retain your proof or purchase.

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