Rv Roof Vent Installation

In this lesson we teach you how to swap your traditional rv roof vent for a switch operated rv power vent walking you step by step through the installation process.

Rv roof vent installation.

It s easiest to measure the vent opening from inside the trailer. Place the rv roof vent on the 14 inch opening and press down to seat the vent on the silicone caulking. This isn t normally the kind of video i put out but i got bored changing the vents in my camper so i filmed the last one and made a how to video. If you re installing a vent in a location in which there was no vent previously you ll have to cut an opening between roof joists to install the new unit.

4 installation b fall hazard. Place the screws provided with the vent into the holes pre drilled into the vent flashing. This vent fan fits all standard 14 x 14 rv roof openings and it comes with all necessary hardware to complete the full installation minus the roof sealant you ll need to put around it to ensure your roof is watertight again. Standard roof vent openings are 14 1 4 x 14 1 4 inches.

Updated rv power vent models make it extremely simple to replenish the air in your rv and keep your living quarters feeling fresh and comfortable around the clock. It is inherently dangerous to climb onto the roof of an rv to perform installation maintenance or repairs on a vent fan. This roof vent also includes a built in thermostat for better environmental control. Use the appropriate screwdriver to drive screws until tight.

In this rv diy video mark polk with rv education 101 demonstrates how to replace and seal an rv roof vent. Mark polk with rv education 101 demonstrates how easy it is to install an original maxx air vent cover on your rv. Take appropriate precautions when climbing onto the roof of an rv or when working on the roof of an rv.