Insect Screen for Exhaust Fans

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1 Insect Screen for Exhaust Fans Actual fan and screen kit may differ Growers Supply All Rights Reserved. Reproduction is prohibited without permission. STK# F F F DIMENSIONS 24" x 24" Exhaust Fan 36" x 36" Exhaust Fan 48" x 48" Exhaust Fan 1

2 Important Information READ THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for purchasing the insect screen kit. When properly assembled and maintained, this product will provide years of reliable service. These instructions include helpful hints and important information needed to safely assemble and properly maintain the kit components. Please read these instructions before you begin. If you have any questions during assembly, contact customer service at for assistance. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Wear eye protection. Wear gloves when handling metal. Use a portable GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) when working with electric power tools and cords. REQUIRED TOOLS The following list identifies the main tools needed to assemble and install the insect screen kit. Additional tools may be needed. Tape measure and marker. Variable speed drill (cordless with extra batteries works best) and 5/16" drill bit for metal. Small hammer and gloves. Level (length depends on kit dimensions) and carpenter's square or similar tool to square assembled frame. 7/16" wrenches and a socket set containing 7/16" deep-well socket. Miscellaneous clamps to hold components. Wire cutters to cut spring wire. Scissors to cut bulk insect screen. Caulk gun to apply sealant. ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE Following the instructions as presented will help ensure proper assembly. Steps outlining assembly process are as follows: 1. Verify that all parts are included in the shipment. Notify customer service for questions or concerns. 2. Read these instructions and all additional documentation included with the shipment before you begin. 3. Gather the tools and assistants. Assistants are helpful during assembly. 4. Assemble kit components. Read this document to determine what pages apply to your kit. 5. Read the care and maintenance information. IMPORTANT These instructions assume exhaust fan is installed. If fan is not installed, install it before continuing with these instructions. Do not attach screen frame without first installing the exhaust fan. PICTORIAL PARTS GUIDE FAG102B 1/4" Hex Bolt (1) Nut Setter FALF15B 1/4" Locknuts FA4482B Tek Screw CARE AND MAINTENANCE Proper care and maintenance is important. Check the following items periodically to ensure components are secure and functioning properly. Check all fasteners to verify they remain tight. Never climb or stand on any part of the screen frame. Keep sharp objects away from screen. Never stack or lean objects against the screen. Do not allow debris, ice, or snow to buildup on top section of screen. Clean screen using garden hose and spray nozzle. Keep water away from electrical components. For replacement or missing parts, call for assistance. 2

3 Assemble F (24" x 24") Screen Kit 1a Assemble 24" x 24" frame (115106F) as shown on this page. For kits F and F, continue with Procedure 1b. ASSEMBLE SCREEN FRAME Required parts: All frame components as identified on diagram below. 1/4" hex bolts and locknuts A C D (all cross braces) B C C D C B A A A A B A C B C B B ATTENTION: For best results, assemble on a flat surface. Assemble as shown using the 1/4" fasteners; then, square each corner using a carpenter's square before you tighten the bolts. Assistance is required to lift, hold, and attached assembled screen frame to building. D 3

4 1a ASSEMBLE Assemble F (24" x 24") Screen Kit SCREEN FRAME continued Once the screen frame is assembled and all 1/4" fasteners are tight, lift frame into position around fan/shutter and secure to building. Fasteners to attach frame to metal are included. If building wall is wood or other material, customer must supply fasteners. Do not use the Tek screws for non-metal building frame. After screen frame is secured to the building, complete procedure on page 5-6 to install insect screen. Screen Frame Side View Building Frame Building Frame Outside Install fasteners through this flange and into building frame. Add customersupplied materials for framing/backer as needed. Space fasteners 8"-10" on-center around perimeter of screen frame. Fan w/shutter Screen Frame Profile Building Frame Fasteners to secure screen frame to building. Outside of Building Fastener 4

5 1a SEAL Required parts: F (24" x 24") Screen Kit: Seal Frame & Prepare Screen FRAME DE4007 Sealant Sealant helps keep insects out. Apply a bead of sealant around the perimeter of screen frame to seal any gaps between screen frame and building. See dashed lines. ATTENTION: Allow sealant to dry before insect screen installation. PREPARE SCREEN FOR INSTALLATION Take the bulk insect screen and cut it into two (2) panels using the grid shown below. Required parts: Insect Screen For best results, spread screen out on a clean surface that will not damage material. Cover surface with cardboard or similar material if needed. Panels are trimmed after installation. 3' Panel 1 3' 6" Cut two (2) panels from the bulk insect screen: one 3' x 8' one 3' 6" x 8' 8' Panel 2 NOTE: Trim panels to length after installation. Do not over-stretch panels during installation. Panels should be taut. Photo below shows spring wire as seen installed in frame channel to lock screen in place. Additional photos are found on page 10. 5

6 115106F Screen Installation for 24" x 24" Kit 1a INSTALL INSECT SCREEN Complete the steps that follow to install insect screen. Exercise caution when cutting and installing spring wire. Wear eye protection during installation and when handling spring wire to prevent injury. Required parts: Panels from previous page Spring Wire Secure Panel 1 in upper channel here first. Secure Panel 2 in upper channel against building here first. Secure Panel 1 in this upper channel last. TOP FRONT Panel 1 Panel 2 Secure screen to bottom u-channel (underside of frame). Secure Panel 2 in lower front channel last. Channel is located on underside. 1. Secure Panel 1 to upper channel along one side. Pull tight toward bottom of frame square and secure in side and bottom channels. Pull panel under frame toward remaining open side. Secure to bottom channels in the same manner. Finally, pull panel to upper channel along opposite side and secure. 2. Cut spring wire to length as needed. Do not stretch screen too tight. View sample photos on page Trim panel as desired. Leave 2" or more to reattach and stretch panel if needed. 4. Install Panel 2 as shown above. ATTENTION: Install spring wire and panel in same channels used for Panel 1 installation where panels overlap. 5. After securing panel to top square of frame, stretch panel down to cover front and secure in same channel used for Panel 1 by installing another run of spring wire. 6. Trim excess panel. Leave 2" or more to reattach and stretch panel if needed. 6

7 1b ASSEMBLE Assemble F (36" x 36") and F (48" x 48") Screen Kit SCREEN FRAME (36" and 48") Complete the steps that follow to assemble and install the insect screen. For all 24" x 24" kits (115106F), complete instructions in Section 1a. These instructions assume fan is installed in building. 1. Disconnect main power supply from fan to ensure it will not run while installing screen frame. 2. Remove wire fan guard and store fasteners to be used for reassembly. Required parts: All frame components as identified on diagram for purchased kit. Main kit diagrams begin on page 13 (115107F) and page 14 (115108F). 1/4" hex bolts and locknuts 3. Take each u-channel section and mark additional hole locations for Tek screws between end mounting holes. Evenly space hole locations. 36" x 36" kits Pre-Drilled Hole Mark these hole locations. Pre-Drilled Hole Pre-Drilled Hole 48" x 48" kits Pre-Drilled Hole 4. Position first section along top of fan shroud flush to outer edge and clamp or have an assistant hold in place. NOTE: Set fasteners and guard aside for use later. 7

8 Assemble F (36" x 36") and F (48" x 48") Screen Kit 1b ASSEMBLE SCREEN FRAME continued 8. Install the upper and lower side frame sections and struts. Connect using the diagonal strut and 1/4" fasteners. See connection details on main diagram page for specific kit. 5. Secure by driving a Tek screw through u-channel and shroud in the marked locations. Do not secure ends of u-channel at this time. x x Marks 6. Repeat steps to secure all remaining sections of u-channel to the perimeter of fan shroud. 7. With a drill and 5/16" bit, drill all mounting holes through fan shroud using the pre-drilled holes in u-channel ends as a guide. NOTE: Do not fully tighten the 1/4" fasteners at this time. Tighten only enough to remove excess play in each connection. Drill 5/16" hole through shroud at each end of each u-channel section at all four corners. 8

9 Assemble F (36" x 36") and F (48" x 48") Screen Kit 1b ASSEMBLE SCREEN FRAME continued 11. Using a large carpenter's square, square corners and tighten all 1/4" fasteners. 9. Install upper and lower horizontal and vertical front frame sections and secure using 1/4" fasteners. Tighten to remove excess play at each connection. Do not fully tighten at this time. Square NOTE: Ensure frame is square before fasteners are tightened. 12. Using the original fasteners (Step 2), reinstall wire guard for fan. 10. Install remaining upper and lower diagonal supports as shown. See dashed lines and diagrams for strut locations. 13. Apply bead of sealant around all u-channel attached to shroud to seal any gaps that may be present. Allow to dry before installing screen. Diagonal Brace 14. Install insect screen as shown in the next section. Choose the procedure for the screen kit purchased: 11507F (36" x 36") or 11508F (48" x 48"). Do not cut screen using the wrong procedure. 9

10 Sample Insect Screen Installation Photos ATTENTION: Actual frame and screen kits may differ from what is shown. Securing insect screen is similar. Photos are presented to show that process. Examples only. Drape screen over frame. Secure using spring wire. Install spring wire. Cut spring wire to length. Trim screen material. Sample screen shown. 10

11 115107F Screen Template and Installation for 36" x 36" Kit INSTALL INSECT SCREEN 36" x 36" Kit Complete the steps that follow to install insect screen. 1. Take bulk insect screen and cut to size using the template shown below. 2. Use diagrams on this page to install screen. Exercise caution when cutting and installing spring wire. Wear eye protection during installation and when handling spring wire to prevent injury. Required parts: Bulk Insect Screen Spring Wire Panel 1 Free Edge Secure here first. Panel 1 End Panel 1 here in same channel. Panel 2 Panel 1 covers four (4) sections. Secure Panel 1 to lower side channel first. Then drape panel over frame. Secure screen to each frame square using a single run of spring wire in each channel. Cut wire to length. Do not stretch screen too tight. 14' 4' Secure free edge of Panel 1 using same channel and another run of spring wire. Trim panel as desired. Leave 2" or more to reattach and stretch panel if needed. Secure Panel 2 to front of frame. Install spring wires in same channels used to secure first panel. Trim excess panel. Leave 2" or more to reattach and stretch panel if needed. Panel 1 Panel 2 4' 2' 6" Cut two (2) panels from bulk insect screen: one 4' x 14' (covers four sections) one 4' x 4' (covers front section) NOTE: Trim panels to length after installation. Do not overstretch panels during installation. Panels should be taut. 11

12 115108F Screen Template and Installation for 48" x 48" Kit INSTALL INSECT SCREEN 48" x 48" Kit Complete the steps that follow to install insect screen. 1. Take bulk insect screen and cut to size using the template shown below. 2. Use diagrams on this page to install screen. Exercise caution when cutting and installing spring wire. Wear eye protection during installation and when handling spring wire to prevent injury. Required parts: Bulk Insect Screen Spring Wire Free Edge Secure here first. End Panel 1 here in same channel. Panel 1 covers four (4) sections. Secure Panel 1 to lower side channel first. Then drape panel over frame. Secure screen to each frame square using a single run of spring wire in each channel. Cut wire to length. Do not stretch screen too tight. Secure free edge of Panel 1 using same channel and another run of spring wire. Trim panel as desired. Leave 2" or more to reattach and stretch panel if needed. 18' 5' Secure Panel 2 to front of frame. Install spring wires in same channels used to secure first panel. Trim excess panel. Leave 2" or more to reattach and stretch panel if needed. Panel 1 Panel 2 5' Cut two (2) panels from bulk insect screen: one 5' x 18' (covers four sections) one 5' x 5' (covers front section) NOTE: Trim panels to length after installation. Do not over-stretch panels during installation. Panels should be taut. 12

13 115107F Screen Frame for 36" x 36" Exhaust Fan A Shroud FBL A FA (all u-channel) FBR FD FA NOTE: Install diagonal braces on the outside surface of fan shroud to ensure a tight connection. B FC FBR FE (all cross braces) B FC FBL FD 13

14 115108F Screen Frame for 48" x 48" Exhaust Fan A A FBL FA (all u-channel) FBR FD FA NOTE: Install diagonal braces on the outside surface of fan shroud to ensure a tight connection. B FC FBR FE (all cross braces) B FC FBL FD 14

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