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If I use a non approved AC converter to run the fan unit is there any danger of reversing polarity?

April 26, 2017AC Approved converter danger fan Polarity reversing run

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If I use a non approved AC converter to run the fan unit is there any danger of reversing polarity?

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No the motor within the fan housing has an integrated diode that will not allow reverse flow. There is also an inline fuse should this fail. However the use of non approved converters such as battery chargers is not recommended due to high amperage and will void the warranty.