is this safe to put inside my home i live inside and apartment building i originally wanted an drum fan but was told that wasnt a wise choice
763948
We placed it in our cabin in the ozarks but nobody liked it because it is so loud; we are going to give it away and not use it. Sounds like an airplane is taking off and can be heard throughout the cabin.
763949
Make sure you have adequate clearance for air intake, the motor gets hot. Also, very loud, even at low speed - but it does move a lot of air.
763950
It is perfectly safe but better to be used for utilitarian purpose as it is noisy when used in high velocity mode
763951
I would not due to the fact that it was not possible to assemble it in a manner that it would make it stable. the leg pieces do not fit together as the picture or the assembly manual shows. Keep in mind that commercial fans are noisy.
427688
I'd get one that is bigger. This is just ok for a 15 x 15 room in my opinion. Makes a nice noise, circulates air pretty well - but won't cool a room off in my experience. Good luck!
1411245
No way, this is an indoor fan only. There are some good outdoor fans at Lowes.com
754656
if it is in your kitchen and you have your bedroom door wide open you'll likely hear it (depending on the distance). The sound is a smooth constant sound though. Its not like a crazy rattling noise. The unit is great though. its not fancy it just works really well. the fan is obviously what circulates the air and dries things so efficiently. i bet there are some quiet ones that dont work very well. and there may be some quiet ones that work well, but probably no where near this price.
1994249
I definitely would NOT use this inside. In order for it to work it needs to get really hot. It will likely ruin your indoor burners. Also there will be way too much smoke. There is no way to have proper ventilation indoors for it.
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I have not installed this particular fan, but have installed two similar ones and I think that the answer lies in the misconception that the fan has to be in the same room to work. Have you thought about installing the fan in an adjoining room, basement or crawlspace above the sanctuary? As long as you have an opening to the sanctuary with at least as much square footage as the fan itself, you should be fine. The fan will be blowing out and people will feel the air coming in from windows. Make sure not to open the windows too far, as the speed of the air coming in from other windows will be reduced. I have not installed this particular fan, but have installed two similar ones and I think that the answer lies in the misconception that the fan has to be in the same room to work. Have you thought about installing the fan in an adjoining room, basement or crawlspace above the sanctuary? As long as you have an opening to the sanctuary with at least as much square footage as the fan itself, you should be fine. The fan will be blowing out and people will feel the air coming in from windows. Make sure not to open the windows too far, as the speed of the air coming in from other windows will be... » Read More I have not installed this particular fan, but have installed two similar ones and I think that the answer lies in the misconception that the fan has to be in the same room to work. Have you thought about installing the fan in an adjoining room, basement or crawlspace above the sanctuary? As long as you have an opening to the sanctuary with at least as much square footage as the fan itself, you should be fine. The fan will be blowing out and people will feel the air coming in from windows. Make sure not to open the windows too far, as the speed of the air coming in from other windows will be reduced. « Show Less
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It is not bad, I use it in our garage which is under our house and when I leave the garage and go into the basement I close the door and I don't hear it in the laundry room. I have it on a Formica toped bench, it doesn't walk. Seems to get a little louder the longer it runs so if you only run it for an hour or so, should be Ok. Depends a lot on your neighbors though, it's been 25 years since I lived in an apartment, but I do remember some neighbors could be a problem over anything.
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The noise from this fan is simply the sound of the air being blown, and it is louder than a cheaper/plastic fan because it is more powerful. This fan is not noisy in any other, annoying way - no rattling or clicking or other annoying noises I have experienced in the past with cheaper/plastic fans. This is just pure wind sound. Do be aware though, this is an industrial-strength fan so it is significantly more powerful -- and therefore the wind sound is louder -- than typical home fans. So it would not be ideal for a small space -- it is too powerful, will blow papers around, would be too loud if you're too close and trying to listen to something else. It's better suited for a larger space -- I needed it for a large space that is hard to cool in the summer, and it really makes a world of difference. It is exactly what I needed. So just keep in mind that this is a more powerful, industrial-strength fan and consider the space where you want to use it and whether you think it could help you or if you think it might be too much power for your needs. It is an excellent fan, and I am extremely pleased with it -- no complaints; it has rubber feet which helps keep it from moving around and which also helps protect your floor (if you have nice hardwood floors). I definitely recommend it if you are going to use it in a decent-size space.
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The fan is awesome for larger area, as the Deacon of my church this is why I purchased it and it has worked wonderfully and I was rather surprise that its not very loud at all and all three speed adjust very well according to the loudness which to me is very acceptable however I really don't know how it may sound in a close in area unless of course you have a rather large bedroom. I hope this will be of some help to you and Happy New Year and god luck.
1767537
The unit is loud with the fan and burner going. Also you have a confined space, where the outlet is pointed is of concern. Again confined space, air quality will be an issue, possibly lethal.
932247
I have this fan in my hallway and it is not a silent fan but for the air that it moves through my house I don't mind the noise. The more room you have above the fan the more silent it will be. I have about 4 feet above and this could be the noise but im OK with it. The air this fan moves is unbelievable. If i don't have a window or front door open when its on it will suck the ashes from my fire place down stairs,
1754885
Should be safe and maybe will last longer as it will be at constant temperature from being indoors. I do agree with William that you will be annoyed if the unit starts beeping in the middle of the night.
1504145
It is loud very loud this fan is more for a garage or shop.mine is in the garage and it does a great job but it's way to loud for indoors.
409804
It is not a very loud fan and does not have the same "whirring" sound as a regular desk fan. It is a bit quieter, but still makes noise. If your intent is for the same sound it probably will not sooth you.
2183849
I have my drums in the basement of a 2 story traditional style home (i.e. the wife and kids are 2 floors away at night) and I can play my drums without waking them. I'd agree with G. Robert regarding the level of sound dampening.
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Gary, My concern would be having the fan exposed to moisture. If you live in a dry area this may not be a problem. I live in Florida so it probably is not a good idea here. Mine is installed in my living room.
2274596
No and it isn't a great indoor fan either. In addition, after installing fan in my home for the past 30 years this was one of th hardest, been a big hunter fan over the years but this will probably be the last