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How to Install a Sirocco 12V Fan
Article by - Caravans PlusRead Time: 3 mins
Contents
- 1) Sirocco II Fan
- 2) Mounting Ideas For RV's
- 3) How to Install A Sirocco Fan Into Your Caravan
- 4) 12V Fan for Camper Trailers
Sirocco Fans are produced by the Canadian manufacturer Caframo who specialise in fans for the Marine industry. In recent years they have exploded in the Australian RV market due to their compact size, versatility and low draw rate. All the features required for a great marine fan directly transfer to touring conditions. One of the key features of the Sirocco II fan is the 360 degree gimballed design, this allows you to direct the airflow in any direction from one mounting location. Another strength of these fans is their super low power draw, at as low as 0.12 amp you don't need to worry about flattening your battery during those heat waves. Another useful feature of these 3 speed fans is the inbuilt timer with 3, 6, 9 and 12 hours. settings for auto turn off.
Mounting Ideas for RV Fans
When it comes to keeping cool on holidays everyones needs are different. Not everyone wants or needs a caravan air conditioner, and sometimes they're not even an option. A well placed 12V fan is the perfect solution and can be the difference between a good nights sleep and a hot restless night. Everyones rig is different and there is no "one setup" that will work for everyone. With this in mind we have put together a list of the most interesting ideas we come across.
How to Install A Sirocco Fan Into Your Caravan
Installing a Sirocco 12V Fan into a caravan is a straight forward DIY project which can be completed in around 10 minutes. In this example we will be hardwiring the unit into the existing 12v circuit, utilising a 12v socket outlet is also an option. The fan is supply with 750mm of wire with eyelet to attach to fan and pre-stripped ends for circuit connection.
Once a mounting location is picked the base plate of the fan is removed, the 12v wires need to be threaded through the base plate before they are hardwired into your exiting circuit. The backing plate is then attached to wall/roof (Preferably on a solid or reinforced section) with 6 screws.
The eyelets are now attached to fan which can now slide onto the backing plate. Finally secure the fan using the 2 locking bolts
12 Volt Fans for Camper Trailers
7 Comments
Robert
Having just read the various mounting options I am looking forward to receiving serocco fan, it should be delivered tomorrow (Friday 14th) Regards Bob
Jim Moss
Are there any connectors for USB 12v? Our van is going to have 2 of the new USB flip ports in each sleeping area, and 1 could be the fan and 1 could be a phone. Would be better than hard wiring i think and then they can also be moved around??
Kevin
USB output is 5v. You can’t run the fan on 5v
David
Have just replaced anode ,flushed heaps out of tank and cleaned element in as new condition. Everything done as per your video and instructions I printed out to be sure. All back together now thank you however no hot water. Any other ideas please
Daniel
Why in the hell would you explain the simplest part of the install but not say a damn thing about how to wire it? Who has the the knowledge to wire this but cant figure out how to mount it? Click bait bull****.
Steve
I have to agree with Daniel, simple to mount but how do you wire it and what's the easy place to connect it
Sue
Our Sirocco location pin has fell out. I think a lug has broken off. Can I get a replacement