Brand | Cool Attic |
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Color | White |
Electric fan design | Exhaust Fan |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Style | 30 Inch Belt Drive Whole House Fan |
Product Dimensions | 35"D x 36"W x 13"H |
Recommended Uses For Product | Home |
Wattage | 370 watts |
Finish Type | White powder-coat finish |
Number of Blades | 4 |
Blade Length | 30 Inches |
Collection Name | Home |
Item Weight | 51 Pounds |
Included Components | 1 Fan |
Model Name | CX30BD2SPD |
Control Method | Remote |
Blade Material | Plastic |
Manufacturer | Cool Attic |
Part Number | CX30BD-2SPD |
Item Weight | 51 pounds |
Item model number | CX30BD2SPD |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | 30-Inch Whole House Fan |
Finish | White powder-coat finish |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | 10-year limited warranty |
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CX30BD2SPD Belt Drive 2-Speed Whole House Attic Fan with Shutter, 30 Inch
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Brand | Cool Attic |
Color | White |
Electric fan design | Exhaust Fan |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Style | 30 Inch Belt Drive Whole House Fan |
Product Dimensions | 35"D x 36"W x 13"H |
Recommended Uses For Product | Home |
Wattage | 370 watts |
Finish Type | White powder-coat finish |
Number of Blades | 4 |
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About this item
- WHOLE HOUSE FAN: The cool attic 30 in. belt drive 2-speed whole house fan is designed for houses with 2,000 to 3,000 sq. ft. attics. It offers an efficient way to reduce cooling costs, while keeping your whole house more comfortable. It features a powder coated finish for weather resistance
- ATTIC FAN: It works by pulling fresh air in from the outside and expelling the warm air up into the attic and pushing it out through your attic exhaust vents. Save on energy costs, remove stale, unhealthy air, and improve your home's atmosphere. What's not to love?
- MADE IN AMERICA: No cut corners, no cheap parts, no worry installation. Made in the heartland of Texas, we've been assembling fans since 1948 with legendary customer service. Don't save a dollar and gain a headache, go with quality you can trust.
- QUIET ENGINEERING: Re-engineered bracing system creates a more stable motor mount, is stronger than tube-style bracing, and virtually eliminates vibration. No more helicopter in your hallway, these units are quieter with less vibration than the units of yesteryear. Easy to install with an immediate return on investment.
- POWERFUL WHOLE HOUSE FAN : The most important part of the whole fan system is the motor, and we don't dissapoint. Our powerful motors will cycle the air in your home in no time, leaving you refreshed and cool.
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Value for money | 3.5 | 1.8 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 3.9 |
Noise level | 3.5 | 4.8 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.0 |
Easy to install | 3.3 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Remote Control | — | 3.7 | 5.0 | — | 5.0 | 4.1 |
Sold By | — | SMAAIR | QuietCool | QuietCool | QuietCool | QuietCool |
number of speeds | 2 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
material | White powder-coat finish | Glass, Metal | Ducted | Alloy Steel | Ducted | — |
controller type | Button Control | Remote Control | Button Control | App Control | Button Control | Remote Control |
mounting type | Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount |
collection | Home | Home,Home/siri/app | Home | — | Home | Home |
wattage | 370 watts | 26 watts | — | 120 watts | 120 watts | 30 watts |
number of blades | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | — |
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Easy Installation
- Determine location
- Prepare shutter opening
- Cut the shutter opening
- Frame and face
- Install the fan
- Install the shutter
- Wire the fan
Cool Attic Belt Drive 2-Speed Whole House Fan with Shutter, 30-Inch, White
The cool attic 30 in. belt drive 2-speed whole house fan is designed for houses with 2,000 to 3,000 sq. ft. attics. It offers an efficient way to reduce cooling costs, while keeping your whole house more comfortable. It works by pulling fresh air in from the outside and expelling the warm air up into the attic and pushing it out through your attic exhaust vents. This unit requires a minimum of 10-12 sq. ft. of net free exhaust vent area to perform quietly and efficiently. Dual, self-aligning ball bearing mechanisms, and precision-balanced 4-blade aluminum fan assembly, contribute to quiet, reliable performance and longevity.
Ventamatic, Ltd.
Ventamatic, Ltd. has provided the ventilation industry with an air for excellence for over 70 years. One of the pioneers in the ventilation industry since 1948, Ventamatic, Ltd. manufactures high quality air delivery and air movement products for the residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural markets. Based in Mineral Wells, Texas, the company is an industry leader with a reputation for quality, value, and customer satisfaction.
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ASIN | B00562CSL6 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.1 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #393,868 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #782 in Household Ventilation Fans |
Date First Available | March 2, 2011 |
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Product Description
The Cool Attic 30 in. belt drive 2-speed whole house fan is designed for 2,000 to 3,000 sq. ft. homes. It offers an efficient way to reduce cooling costs, while keeping your whole house more comfortable and full of clean, fresh air. It works by pulling fresh air in from the outside and expelling the warm air up into the attic and pushing it out through your attic exhaust vents. This unit requires a minimum of 10-12 sq. ft. of net free exhaust vent area to perform quietly and efficiently. Dual, self-aligning ball bearing mechanisms, and a precision-balanced 4-blade aluminum fan assembly contributes to quiet, reliable performance and longevity.
From the Manufacturer
This Cool Attic 30-inch belt drive 2-speed whole house fan with shutters will help cool down your home in those hot months. It has a precision-balanced aluminum fan blade assembly with 4 blades, unlike 3 in most competing brands for greater air movement. It has a joist-in/joist out installation and steel venturi for enhanced durability. The shutter is a white powder-coated finish automatic shutter with 95% plus air closure. A wall switch is included with high/low/off settings. It is UL and C-UL listed and comes with a 10 year warranty. This model is designed for 2,000 to 3,000 square feet on one story and has a CFM high/low of 7,800/5,400. This unit needs 10 to 12 square feet of net free exhaust area. Rough Opening: 29-1/2-Inch x 32-1/4-Inch, Outside Shutter Dimensions: 31-1/2-Inch x 34-Inch.
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Customers like the performance, instructions and value of the electric fan. They mention that it works well, the instructions are thorough and easy to follow, and the fan is good value for the money. Customers also appreciate the air flow. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, noise, and damage.
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Customers like the performance of the fan. For example, they say it's a great working fan, more effective than a box fan, and very satisfied with the result. The fan is built simply and well, and the switches and motor worked properly. Some mention that the fan doesn't make too much noise and doesn''t vibrate much. Overall, most are happy with the performance and recommend it to others.
"...durability(based on how things look just after installation), and good, close fitting parts...." Read more
"...cheaper than AC when it's cool enough at night, and it's more effective than a box fan in the window...." Read more
"...I tried it a couple of times and I was very satisfied with the result...." Read more
"...UPDATE: I finally got the fan running and it works beautifully. The fan is very quiet and moves air like nobody's business...." Read more
Customers find the installation instructions for the electric fan thorough, easy to understand, and straightforward. They mention that the fan went in easily, even with some modifications. The installation process is not difficult and the unit comes fully assembled.
"...Instructions are ok, but you need to measure everything and make sure it all makes sense, as the instructions are written for someone who is a do-it-..." Read more
"...The rest of the install went fine. It's really not that hard except for the heat. I was sweating so much I was afraid I might short-out the motor...." Read more
"...understands that that the product is put together but not finally assembled...." Read more
"...Install went fine. Worked great and pretty quiet for the first two days... and then my wife and I heard a strange noise, followed by a flash...." Read more
Customers like the value of the fan. They say it is good value for the money, the savings have been immediate, and the installation was well worth the work.
"...I like this much more than my swamp cooler in Utah, it's cheaper than AC when it's cool enough at night, and it's more effective than a box fan in..." Read more
"...The fan seems to be a good value and I think it'll help to cool the house economically for a long time...." Read more
"...This product is reasonably priced and was not a difficult retrofit for the original fan." Read more
"...The unit is not a cheap item and it should not be falling apart after such a short time and with such little use...." Read more
Customers like the air flow of the fan. They say it installs easy, moves lots of air, and does it quickly. Some mention that the fan is not too loud and the pull from the fan throughout their house is noticeable.
"...it on, it does exactly what I had hoped it would, and the pull from the fan is noticeable throughout our 1800 sq. ft. house...." Read more
"...The fan moves a lot of air, so make sure you have 6-8 sq ft of venting area in your roof/attic...." Read more
"...The fan is very quiet and moves air like nobody's business.I think it is quieter than my floor fan, even at high speed. I love the fan...." Read more
"...Finally, the fan moves lots of air and does exactly what it’s designed to do...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the fan. Some mention it's really well made fan, with superior construction and performance. However, others say that it'd be better off looking for a different fan.
"...It is well manufactured, with apparent strength in all the right places, durability(based on how things look just after installation), and good,..." Read more
"...You'll fry the motor...." Read more
"...undamaged (although it was not to remain that way...) The fan box itself seemed sturdy. Fan blades were free of damage...." Read more
"...The fan seems to be built very well and the company is easy to get a hold of for information and questions...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the fan. Some mention it's relatively quiet on low, while others say it'll make a rattling sound. Some customers also say the fan wouldn't quiet down no matter how they adjusted it.
"...This thing runs pretty quiet, as fans go. Keep in mind it is a fan, and will sound like a fan moving a lot of air...." Read more
"...that a bolt on top of the fan had fallen and that there was a constant loud noise when the fan was running..." Read more
"...The fan is very quiet and moves air like nobody's business.I think it is quieter than my floor fan, even at high speed. I love the fan...." Read more
"...This fan is a bit louder than I expected from a newer model, but air flow is excellent...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the damage of the fan. Some mention that it arrived without any damage, with fan blades free of damage. Others say that it had some minor damage, including scratches and broken shutters.
"...The packaging seemed to be adequate yet it still had some minor damage but it was easy to fix...." Read more
"...when removing the blades because there is very minimal space and blades are sharp.I will follow up after install." Read more
"...3. In my case, the shutters were not bent or broken in shipment; they were completely fine. However, this may have been good fortune...." Read more
"...I mentioned the loose pulleys, the sharp edges on the metal. However, the customer service is what really angers me...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the fan. They mention that the wire box is broken, the brace is bent, and the motor support frame was bent. The blade was bent during shipping, and one of the fans box came dented. The mounting bracket was bent, the shutters were damaged in shipping, the starter capacitor was dented, and that the louvers arrived scratched.
"...My starter capacitor was dented, but it still worked ok. I had to move one of the metal brackets a little because the screw had stripped the wood...." Read more
"...This resulted in warping the fan axle and burning out the fan motor bearings...." Read more
"...The box was externally damaged and taped but this damage did not translate to the fan. All bolts/screws save the motor mount were tight...." Read more
"...condition with several of the blades, the venturi base, and motor mount supports bent so that the blades could not be turned...." Read more
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Packaging and protection: My experience with delivery was fortunate, but there are still a few issues:
1. The center of one side of the double-layer box had about a 2" hole in it from the fan shaft, although one layer of clear packing tape had been put over the hole. I don't know whether the hole formed during shipping or during earlier handling. No product damage was found in relation to this.
2. When I removed the product from the box, the capacitor assembly ( I suppose that is what it is) for the motor was broken off and hanging loose by its wires. It is a sealed bakelite box that mounts to one of the motor case screws by a fairly fragile neck. Surely, dropping the whole box maybe a foot or slightly more would have been enough to break that mount through momentum. This was an anticipated defect, so I simply glued the mount back together with ABS cement. Epoxy or Gorilla Glue would no doubt fix that mount as well, to roughly original strength. Now that the fan is installed, with no further significant physical shock coming, that repaired mount seems fine.
3. In my case, the shutters were not bent or broken in shipment; they were completely fine. However, this may have been good fortune. The spacious side of the box seems quite vulnerable to impact from other cargo. The packaging designers can sort this out. Anyway, the shutters are protected in an internal box with a thick slab of soft foam on one side, so that surely helps. They are delicate, thin aluminum, light in weight so that the fan opens them easily with air flow. I made an unintended dent, which was not hard to straighten with hand pressure and the rounded end of a screwdriver handle, but any significant dents would have been a challenge to make invisible.
4. Four medium hardness foam sticky blocks are adhered to the pulley side of the fan frame. These give pretty good protection, and basically they should just be pulled off, leaving some foam and sticky goo on the frame. This is only a bother at the motor end of the frame, where the blocks in my case were placed on top of the motor mounting bolts. I had to use a knife to cut away the extremely thick goo so that I could mount the motor properly and tension the belt.
The remaining issues have to do with assembly and instructions:
1. There seems no reason for a mechanical problem if the purchaser understands that that the product is put together but not finally assembled. The parts seem quite nice, but every screw and bolt attachment should be checked. A shaft may have a flat side for a pulley screw, but the screw may not be on the flat, or at all tight. The fan needs to be positioned at the right level inside the housing, and so forth. If the purchaser checks all of the physical connection points for position and tightness, there should be no problem, but otherwise things will surely begin to come apart. Also, the motor is turned inward for protection during shipping, and that blocks the fan from turning. That is just a first hint that the whole assembly should be examined, with no assumptions.
2. My instruction sheet shows that the black screw on the high/low switch should connect to the black "high" line running to the motor, but I checked the connections with a meter and found that this connected the high and low lines to each other while delivering no power. In truth, the black screw needed to connect to the black line delivering power from the on/off switch. This is a minor issue, if one tests things before final assembly of the switches, but it would be a bigger pain to change the connection once everything is put into the wall and closed up, due to simply trusting the instructions.
I feel that this is a good product, provided that the motor and the bearings will perform well for many years. I don't see why they should not, but of course proof lies elsewhere. It seems well made, once it arrives in reasonably good shape. It is as loud as I would expect a fan of this size and power to be; neither more nor less, and mounting with a padding layer of silicone or other soft material makes sense to dampen reverberations. It seems that the biggest opportunity for a problem lies in any assumption that is arrives and then is more or less "ready to go." It is not far from that, but that short distance needs to be given due attention.
I did not use the switches provided because I had an old swamp cooler switch and just reused it on the "off", "fan low" and "fan high" switch for now. I see no need to have two switches for this fan, which is what it came with (off/on switch and hi/low separate switch).
To isolate the fan from the wood under it, I installed this on top of MD Premium Sponge Rubber Tape (MD Model 43145 or 06635) purchased at the local hardware store, you will need two rolls of this stuff to go around the entire frame between the mount you made on top of the ceiling and the fan. I used Simspon strong ties and screws when I did the framing. I had to take a section out of the roof joist. I also used Simpson strong ties with the rubber tape on the vertical side of them to center the fan frame instead of nailing it to the wood framing I built around the hole in the ceiling.
You cannot use a "light dimmer" that you find at the local hardware store on this unit to slow it down. You'll fry the motor. You need to use a triac controller for an AC fan such as one found on this data sheet for 6 amp (KBWC-16) or 8 amp (KWBC-18K) rating since the motor is about 1/4hp supplied with the cool attic unit [...] . These units are also sold on Amazon. You will not need an on/off switch or a hi/low switch if you use a triac, since it can vary the fan speed from hi all the way to off. I'd suggest the 8amp because it is a little more beefy.
The fan moves a lot of air, so make sure you have 6-8 sq ft of venting area in your roof/attic. You may want/need to add vents in your roof to make the most of this fan's capabilities. This thing runs pretty quiet, as fans go. Keep in mind it is a fan, and will sound like a fan moving a lot of air. If I open 2-3 windows in the house, each one is like a 20mph breeze being blown into the house. Again, you need to have enough vents in the roof to get this to work well.
Overall, I'm really glad I bought this fan. All said, I spent another $50-$80 on tools and supplies to install the fan, then I decided to put more vents in the roof (cost varies depends on how many you install and what kind, you can get away with about $5-$8 per vent if you do it yourself and use plastic, or about $10-$15 each vent if yo want metal). Again, you have to be a bit of a self performer to do this cheaply.
I like this much more than my swamp cooler in Utah, it's cheaper than AC when it's cool enough at night, and it's more effective than a box fan in the window.
Be aware, you need to have a large window open when you run the fan. You can backdraft the water heater flue if you run the fan without a big window open. This means you will put suck air down your chimney and out the water heater pilot and have natural gas smell and have to air out the water heater room and relight your pilot.