Attic Fan Vibration

The lateral deflection is minimal think back massager not a ceiling fan with one blade.

Attic fan vibration.

Crappy fan or improper mounting. I have a ventilation fan installed in my attic at one gable vent. I m new to the forum and i m hoping to get some help. You need to secure the screws in place more tightly by rotating the screwdriver clockwise.

It s the standard home depot type fan for reducing excess heat in the attic and it works on a thermostat which i have set at 100. Attic fans also have small ball bearings that help lubricate the fan s movement. It is screwed into a plywood frame which is attached to the. The purpose of an attic fan is to lower the temperature in the attic by blowing out hot air.

A newly installed attic fan vibrates. Most attic fans have an in built thermostat that moderates their usage by turning them on and off depending on the temperature in the attic. Besides being annoying the vibration could lead to loose. This can cause the fan to start making constant noise and in some cases even a loud squealing sound.

Remove the current worn out bearings and replace them. A gable attic fan is attached to the attic wall by screws and if they are loose the vibration can cause an awful noise.