Why is it Not Recommended to Use MaxxFan Roof Vent Above Shower

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Why is it not recommended to install above the shower? Seems like you could just keep it running and minimize the humidity that might affect the electronics.

asked by: Ed S

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While we have heard of people using electrical vents like the MaxxFan Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan # MA00-07000K above a tub/shower, it is not meant to be installed in that location because water from the shower and steam can potentially affect the electronics.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

That is correct, the Replacement Printed Circuit Board for MaxxAir Powered Lift RV Roof Vents w/ Reversible Fan #MA10A21275K is the correct replacement for your MaxxFan Deluxe Roof Vent w/ 12v Fan, Thermostat, and Remote #MA00-07500K, and will work…

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Answer 2

Unless the MaxxFan Deluxe Roof Vent #MA00-06200K is installed on your vehicle I wouldn't worry about a voltage regulator because the voltage will drop enough that you won't see a spike over 13.6V. If you do have the roof vent installed on…

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Answer 3

Great question but the current MaxxFan roof vents like part #MA00-06401K can be used with lithium batteries. There was an issue with the older models of the MaxxFans but they went to a different circuit board that can handle the higher voltage for…

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While running the MaxxAir MaxxFan Deluxe #MA00-06401K requires about 4-1/2 amps. For startup it will pull around 9 amps.

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Answer 5

You are right that the #MA00-06200K and the #MA00-07500K are very similar vent fans as far as most of the internal components. The main difference is that the 7500K uses a remote and has a powered lift. The 6200K is manual control and manual lift.…

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Answer 6

Yes, it has! The current MaxxFan roof vents like item #MA00-06401K can be used with lithium batteries. There was an issue with the older models of the MaxxFans but they went to a different circuit board that can handle the higher voltage for this…

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Answer 7

Hey Kerry, thanks for reaching out about this! The newer boards in the MaxxFan Deluxe Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan #MA00-05301K (also part #MA10A21276K for only the circuit board) are compatible with the higher voltage you referenced. I've actually…

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Answer 8

The only round ceiling vent we have is actually made to fit the standard vent hole that is square. It is the MaxxAir Mini Deluxe Trailer Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan in white #MA00-03801 or black #MA00-03851. We do not carry anything that is like the…

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Answer 9

The MaxxAir Mini Deluxe Trailer Roof Vent part #MA00-03851 once installed will sit almost flush with the ceiling. The panel which houses the light and control knob I would say is around 1/4" - 1/2" thick so that is all that would sit inside…

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Answer 10

For a bathroom fan for your 2017 Keystone Laredo we have the MaxxAir Mini Deluxe Trailer Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan #MA00-03851 that fits the standard 14 inch by 14 inch roof openings that RVs have for bathroom vents. This has a quiet one-speed fan and an…

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Answer 11

There's no reason you couldn't use the MaxxAir Mini Deluxe Trailer Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan #MA00-03851 as a bathroom fan. It's an exhaust fan that would do an excellent job in this application. If you'd rather use the larger in size…

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Answer 12

The MaxxAir Mini Deluxe Trailer Roof Vent part #MA00-03801 for white or part #MA00-03851 for black is a single speed fan yes. However, when the light is on the power to the fan is reduced so you will get sort of a low speed setting but it's not…

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