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Removing Your Old Fan
1.) Disconnect the electrical power supply and lock out the service
panel for the existing fan.
2.) Remove the grille from the existing fan. Pull the grille down to expose it’s two
springs. Squeeze each spring together and pull down again to release the springs
from the motor plate slots.
3.) Your existing fan may be attached in several ways. Look for attachment screws
in the ceiling and remove. Your fan may also be attached on the attic side, which
will require you to access it from the attic. Locate attic attachment screws and
remove. Fan removal can be the most difficult step, please watch this video:
reventfans.com/how-to-remove-an-old-bath-fan
4.) Remove the old fan. This may require cutting and pulling. Wear gloves and
eye protection.
