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CARNES COMPANY, 448 S. Main St., P. O. Box 930040, Verona, WI. 53593-0040   Phone:608/845-6411   Fax: 608/845-6470    carnes@carnes.com    http://www.carnes.com

INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

CENTRIFUGAL SPUN ALUMINUM WALL FANS

MODEL VW — BELT and DIRECT DRIVE

CAUTION! DO NOT INSTALL, USE OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT UNTIL THIS MANUAL HAD BEEN

READ AND UNDERSTOOD.   READ AND SAVE 

THESE SHEETS FOR FUTURE USE.

FORM 1407

RECEIVING, HANDLING AND STORAGE

1. Handle the fan with care. Avoid severe jarring or dropping of the unit.

2. Carefully inspect the unit for damage upon delivery. If the unit has been damaged in transit it is the responsibility 

of the recipient to make all claims against the carrier.

3. Provide adequate, protected storage prior to installation.

INSTALLATION

1. Upon unpacking, inspect the unit for any damage that may have occurred in transit. Check also for loose or 

missing parts.

2.

CAUTION! This fan contains rotating parts and requires electrical service. Appropriate safety precautions should 
be taken during installation, operation and maintenance.

3.

WARNING!  Do not install or operate this fan in an environment or atmosphere where combustible or flammable 
materials, gasses or fumes are present, unless it has been specifically designed and manufactured for use in that 

environment. Explosion or Fire could result.

4. This ventilator is designed to be wall mounted. Mount the fan according to the direction label and with the motor 

cover louvers on the downside.

5. This ventilator requires minimum of four (4) mounting fasteners of the appropriate size and type in order to be 

securely fastened to the mounting frame. Be sure to use an approved sealant between the fan and mounting 

frame to prevent leaking.

6. A damper, if used, should be securely mounted in a manner which allows free and unobstructed operation. Fan 

wiring should not interfere with damper blades.

7.

CAUTION!  All electrical work must be done in accordance with local and/or national electrical code as applicable.

If you are unfamiliar with methods of installing electrical wiring, secure the services of a qualified electrician.

8. WARNING!  This product must be grounded.

9.

DANGER!  Make sure power is turned off and locked in OFF position at the service entrance before installing, 
wiring or servicing fan.

10.

CAUTION! Before wiring the motor, check the supply voltage against the motor nameplate voltage. High or low 
voltage can damage the motor and void the warranty.

12. Power should be routed through the conduit openings provided.

12. Access to the motor compartment is possible by either removing the motor cover or motor tube/motor cover 

assembly.

13.

WARNING! Be sure to keep all wiring clear of rotating or moving parts.

14.

WARNING! Before starting the fan, turn the wheel to assure it rotates freely. If needed, adjust the wheel/shaft

bearing/motor position as required to achieve necessary clearances.

15.

CAUTION! On belt drive units assure belts are tensioned and aligned properly. (See Maintenance section).

16.

WARNING! Check all set screws and keys, tighten as necessary prior to fan start up. DO NOT over torque.

17. Remount motor cover/tube, do not over torque fasteners (30 in. - lb. maximum).

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