Thank you for this video! I’ve taken on more projects than I’d like in 4 months of being a homeowner and this made me feel better about replacing my fan myself. Will definitely be giving you a follow!

@TopHomeowner

2 ай бұрын

I'm so glad! Just take your time and you'll do fine. Thanks for the follow :)

@TrayWebb-od4ws

2 ай бұрын

Does this fan connect to Alexa?

There are several modular replacement kits on the market if you happen to have an older Broan. I went to do this job at my older sisters and was able to buy a new fan/blower unit that fit perfectly!

Hi! Just installed it , but the fan wont work.. only the lights are good, what should i do 😢

Do you know if there are different levels of exhaust fans for bathrooms? As in higher power? The bathroom in question has no windows - it seems like it needs extra help in getting rid of moisture. Thank you

Thank you. This video helped me install mine. I don't know why the manufacturer doesn't put out a video like this. I am disappointed in the quality of the speaker. I get distortion when the volume is only at 80%. I would think that $200 would buy me a decent speaker. I hindsight, I would have been better off just buying a regular portable Bose speaker.

@TopHomeowner

21 күн бұрын

I guess its a matter of perspective... It's the best sounding exhaust fan I've ever heard! 😅 Fits the bill for what we needed. Appreciate the comment. I agree the speaker is OK but it's not great.

so I have 2 fans in my house.. my house is a 1 floor with easy attic access.. the box for his A110 Flex (mine is the model you are using here with the speaker and all).. both of us wanted CFM upgrades.. THESE FANS ARE TALLER! than most lolder fans.. if you have 2x4 jopists and an attic you are fine.. if you have 2x8 or 2x10 joiists you are fine.. but if you have 2x4 joists and obstructing cross members or someone put flooring down for attic storagee.. this fan wont fit.. it needs little more than 6" height unabated.. my house has a makeup air system so pulling a total of 220 CFM with 2 fans running wont be an issue.. alas I tried to do the "roomside" installation that the instruction sheet indicated.. it is a FARSE as from what ive seen.. most are installed like yours are.. with screws . mine dont have staples but had wood screws.. 3 on each tab.. when you cut the opening out for the new size (leaving the old fan in (as indicated by the instructions).. you cant physically reach the screws with enough force to pull them out.. since the book says cut the drywall prior to box removal you can save your drywall from damage because you cut first.. anyway i was determined to do roomside so I used various prybars and was eventually able to muscle the old box out.. oh yes then 10 gallons of blown insulation came down.. (oh yeah another thing.. use a tarp. tarp off everything in your bathroom).. oh and wear gloves (metal edges are sharp) and long sleeves.. insulation can be itchy.. so I lightly picked up the insulation into 2 5 gallon buckets and saved it.. I now knew that roomside installation in a 1 story house (or in the top of a 2 story) is a farce.. you need to get back up and re-install the insulation.. knowing I was going to have to go up-top, I left the ears unfolded on mine..I felt like the install was a bit flimsy as my joists above the bathroom are only 2x4.. you can get high enough to get a nice solid feel to the bucket.. when I went back up to install the insulation, I ran a couple screws in the ears.. you can use the old 3 inch and adapt it to the new 4 inch outlet like you did, you may not get the full 110 CFM, but the best way is if you are in the attaic already ,swap to a 4 inch hose if you can and adapt at the house outlet (if its only 3 inch).. I use a Zip tie also.. tape will eventually deteriorate. yours will still work. great video.. I just figured id put out some poointers.. oh and some (including me) have reported that the sister model of this fan.. the A110 FLEX (no light and no speaker).. arent shipping with the flanges.. and you defimnitely want them for a retrofit install

Nice job!

@TopHomeowner

3 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Excellent video sir! Please share links for the needed accessories (the saw, the grommets, and the connectors) Also, I liked your tips and tricks regarding the test cord. Once I test the device. Does it save all the settings you did with the initial setup or does this need to be repeated once wired to the house?

@TopHomeowner

2 ай бұрын

Yes, once you setup the remote it will stay connected so if you use the a test cord the way I did you are set! Clamp style grommets: geni.us/8Nb2 (these may be cheaper at your local hardware store) Drywall Saw: geni.us/k8xu Wago Connectors: geni.us/3OBU02f Cord (for testing/setup): geni.us/WiXIy Screw-less Wallplate Cover: geni.us/cJ9SG

They make a galvanized reducer that will go over the fan piece outlet from unit. Most of the time they are out of stock though.

Do you have to use the switch that comes with the fan? Have two seperate switches for the fan and the light and would like to keep it that way, just wondering

@TopHomeowner

2 ай бұрын

Yes, that switch is required unfortunately. You can control each independently from the included switch though.

Thank you brother

@TopHomeowner

Ай бұрын

Any time

Cortó el flex😂

I installed the same one a couple of weeks ago. The sound is pretty good. I don't think the fan is as quiet as advertised.

@TopHomeowner

3 ай бұрын

Yeah I agree. What's funny is when I tested it on my workbench it was pretty quiet (confirmed with a DB meter too), but after install it got louder. Probably a few different reasons but I have a feeling the drywall amplifies the sound.

@eldoradoboy

Күн бұрын

@@TopHomeowner its the 3 inch hose.. you are running a higher static pressure so the fan wheel speeds up a bit.. if you run a 4 inch duct and install a 4 inch outlet on the house it will run quieter

Im gonna need that fan to go on sale😂

@TopHomeowner

3 ай бұрын

😂 Yeah its definitely on the high end

Hmmm too bad you didn’t trace new unit size first to ease demo of smaller fan.

Is this all possible without having to get attic access?

@TopHomeowner

2 ай бұрын

Yes, you can still do everything without having access to the attic. In my case I took the easy route to remove the housing, but for the most part I worked through the opening from below.

@eldoradoboy

Күн бұрын

I attempted roomside installation on mine.. the instructions have you cut the drywall first which helps with minimizing damage.. however if you have blown insulation be ready for lots of it to come down.. and you will probably have to pry and destroy the old fan box getting it out.. I suppose if you are lucky and your old one is omly installed with nails or staples it will come out easier butif its screws it will be tough going.. and you will want access to put your insulation back.. if you have batted insulation then that wont be an issue... like mentioned, most of the work is roomside.. and technically you can make all of it roomside, it will just be a bit harder