Does the duct close when off to minimize outside air from flowing in (e.g. cold air)?
635089
it did before i had it installed - i guess it will close as good as it supposed to - i realize it being light its not airtight. but i m glad i bought this vent - i had purchased another but returned it to the local store - it works great not as loud .
635090
From what I can remember the valve stays in the closed position until the fan forces it open. We do not get any cool drafts thru the fan.
1113500
Not that I've found. I angle the nozzle to blow along the lines of the car. Most compartments are protected from rain water, I just wouldn't blow air when doors/windows are open.
287758
Sounds like the same thing to me. Yes, it should be operated outdoors and away from windows or air intakes into a closed structure. Operate in accordance with clearances listed in the manufacturers instructions.
181761
In general, you need to have a few inches of clearance on the sides for air circulation. Obviously you will need an open area for dry air to suck in and humidified air to blow out. Usually, best place is where the humidified air can most easily circulate throughout your house. I have force hot air central heating, so I place mine near one of the hallway air return duct, so that the humidified air can get sucked into the central heating system to be distributed through the house. Owner's manual does say to avoid heat exhaust ducts and doors and windows. You will need to experiment to see what works best in your situation.
1624635
It should not restrict the flow. You want to filter your outtake fan? Typically you want to filter the air being sucked into the case. FYI, a good way of reducing the amount of dust in your case is to make sure you have more total filtered intakes then you do total outtakes. This will create a negative pressure in the case.
1459455
The unit itself does not. The exhaust tube that comes off the back does however. It needs somewhere for the heat and moisture it pulls from the air to go.
110844
No, but you will turn it off when you are finished because you will hear and feel the air blowing.
1473076
Yes, product details says so. Sure don't have cold air coming down mine! :-)
1305228
Yes it is designed to work that way, when the compressor shuts off it go's to defrost mode, which kicks the fan on high. When defrost is complete it will go back to low and turn back on the compressor. It will do this unless the humidity level is below the set point of the machine in which case it will shut off.
2211099
It really needs to be ducted. That is the purpose of the fan... to draw smoke and odors out of the kitchen. It doesn't have to be an outside duct if you have an attic area.
1673908
no but i keep mine runing all the time blowing out and it keeps the air clean and fresh without loosing any heat or air cond-Its such a quiet and smooth fan-I dont think they make one that closes up-
933520
Yes the vent does close with a simple rotation and is a very small vent anyway. If you are worried about rain coming in be more concerned about having a door on the house because water will splash up from the ground and go inside that way.
2192931
No, it is only a diverter valve. It goes to one port or the other port, there is no closed or off position. It is a very well made diverter, heavy construction and will last for many years.
909993
No it does not. Like others have said, towards the end of the day when temps go down outside, and want to bring cooler air into the house, this exhaust fan will do a good job.
786261
Yes, AND to pull fresh air return. The rear of the cooling unit has 2 airflows, exhaust and return. The duct fan will assist with both airflows.
1370733
No.It's designed to draw extra air into the room. This is not designed for return ducts.
987534
I can't answer this from experience since I have not owned the unit through a heating season. Technically, the manufacturer recommends disconnecting the intake hose from outdoors during the winter and using inside air as the intake during cold weather. I am hoping that does not become necessary, but it may.