Installation and operation manual 3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 RSHT009-016 Volko Supply www.chimneyfansource.
3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 Contents 2 1. Product information 2. Specifications 3. Mechanical installation 4. Electrical installation 5. Start-up and configuration 6. Maintenance and troubleshooting 1.1 Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.2 Shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 1. Product information 1.1 Function Use exodraft model RSHT chimney fan is a chimney top mounted ventilator that is designed to provide large flue gas volume capacities. It is intended for use with solid fuel but can also be used for nonsolid fuel provided a safety system is part of the installation (refer to the manual: “RS for Gas & Oil Applications”).
3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 2. Specifications 4 2.1 Dimensions and capacities Model RS009 RS012 Discharge RS014 RS016 Fan Type Axial Vane Totally enclosed, Variable speed, Class F V AC RPM 1x120 1780 1780 1780 1730 CFM 0.0 Ps 275 530 830 1430 Amperage Amps 0.85 1.25 3.50 4.50 Motor Output HP 0.11 0.13 0.34 0.47 kW 0.08 0.10 0.25 0.35 lbs 25.6 33.5 41.9 47.2 kg 11.6 15.2 19.0 21.4 in 11.7 12.8 14.6 15.7 mm 298 325 372 400 in 11.7 14.3 16.
3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 2.2 Planning ahead 1. Observe proper combustion air requirements. 2. Provide a firm support system for the chimney fan. 3. Determine the type of system involved. 4. Observe proper safety measures are taken to assure safe use of the wood burning appliances. Combustion air requirements Provisions for combustion air must be in accordance with applicable local codes.
3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 6 3. Mechanical installation 3.1 Transport safety device Remove the transport safety device from the vane and make sure that the vane can revolve without hindrance. 3.2 Prior to operation To open the fan: Remove the two nuts at the front and pull out the lock pin at the rear of the fan. Too secure the fan in open position place the lock pin in the bracket again. Always mount the fan in vertical position. DO NOT MOUNT HORIZONTALLY 3.
3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 Step 2: Preparation of exodraft fan yy Locate the installation brackets in the slots going through the fan base part, using the bolts and nuts supplied to secure the brackets. If the flue diameter is larger than the chimney fan inlet, the bracket can be installed underneath the base part. Note that the bolts must be installed from the bottom side.
3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 8 Step 3: Attaching the fan yy The chimney fan is now ready for installation on the top of the chimney. Place fiber mat with the aluminum foil facing upwards on the top of the chimney, and place the fan on top of the mat. yy High temperature silicone can be applied on the side of the mat, but is not required. It can also be painted. yy It is not necessary to bolt the fan to the chimney.
3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 4. Electrical installation 9 4.1 General DANGER Turn off electrical power before servicing. Contact with live electric components can cause shock or death. All electrical wiring must be in accordance with requirements of authority having jurisdiction or, in absence of such requirements, with National Electrical Code NFPA 70 — latest edition.
3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 4.3 Connection and wiring diagram for two fans with fan speed control The diagrams below show the wiring of two chimney fans and how they are connected to the fan speed control.
3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 5. Start-up and configuration 5.1 System testing Before any adjustments are made to the system, follow these procedures: Turn the chimney fan ON and make sure that it is operating. Increase and decrease the speed of the fan by adjusting the fan speed control to make sure it is operating properly. DANGER Check heating appliances (water heater, furnace, etc.) for proper operation while the chimney fan is operating.
3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 5.5 Operating pizza oven 12 yy Prior to starting a fire, set the fan at high/full speed and start the fire following the oven manufacturer’s instructions or, in the absence of such instructions, normal instructions for burning a fire in a fireplace or stove. After the fire catches on, after 3-5 minutes, reduce the speed of the chimney fan to a level where it safely removes the flue gases and a perfect flame can be maintained.
3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 6.2 Replacing wheel and motor 13 Replace wheel A. Loosen the insert hex screw B. Use the 1/4” screw as a tap C. Pull the vane plug out D. Unscrew and remove the 1/4” bolt at the end of the vane pipe axle A D C B E. Use a 3/8” bolt min. length 5.5” to draw the wheel of the motor axle E Replace Motor F. Loosen the cable gland G. Remove the three screws securing the top part H.
3100153 RSHT009 - 016 2012-11-15 6.3 Chimney cleaning intervals 14 It is extremely important to keep the chimney flue clean from creosote and deposits. Creosote is the major cause of chimney fires. Cleaning intervals depend on the use of the appliance. The more the appliance is used, the more often the chimney flue needs cleaning. If a fireplace is used regularly (2-3 times a week), semi-annual chimney cleaning may be required. If it is used every day, shorter intervals may be required.
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