How To Add Power Wire for MaxxFan Deluxe Vent with Fan

Updated 04/05/2020 | Published 06/23/2018

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MaxxFan Deluxe Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan, Thermostat, and Remote - Powered Lift - 10 Speed - Smoke

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10 Gauge Wire - Blue Primary - Per Foot

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Roof Vent Installation Kit - Sealant, Butyl Tape, Screws - White

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Question:

Would like to install one of these on the bedroom opening of a 2016 Keystone Cougar 313RLI but dont know how to get 12 volt power to this model of MaxxAir Fan. I took the interior flange off of the existing vent no fan and I dont see any wiring to connect to. Would I need to fish wire from a light or the bathroom fan?

asked by: Henry H

Expert Reply:

The MaxxFan Deluxe Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan, Thermostat, and Remote - Powered Lift - 10 Speed - Smoke # MA00-07500K requires 12V power at 5 amp draw. Since you are installing in a location that doesn't have power wires run, you will need to run a power wire like # 12-1-1 or # 10-1-1 (sold by the foot) to your battery or to another 12V power source that can handle that draw. There is a good chance the bathroom fan or a light could be a good tie in point as long as you tie in prior to a switch.

You will want to be careful when fishing wire to make sure you don't snag the wire insulation and expose the wire.

For the installation on the exterior, I recommend the installation kit # 344270KITW. I've attached a video to assist.

expert reply by: Jason S

Patricia P.

4/3/2020

I understand the black is the positive. I watched another video where the wires were connected to a cigarette lighter connection and he connected black to black and red to red, Was that right?

Chris R.

4/5/2020

Assuming the power and ground matched up with those wire colors, it would be correct. Is the video you referred to on our site or somewhere else? I want to make sure I'm understanding this completely.