Tips for constructing a patio mist fan
Watch this video, and use the easy-to-follow instructions below to construct a simple patio mist fan.
The right way to Make a Patio Misting Cooling Fan
Do It Yourself Outdoor Mist Fan
The following instructions show you how to set up a low-pressure mister system ring on a moveable home cooling fan to build your own personal portable misters. This set up allows you to create a terrific misting fan using the water pressure from your garden faucet.
It’s great for chilling a small number of people on your balcony. It can additionally be put to use to cool off your dog or other pets, or even a small rabbit hutch or chicken coop.
What you need:
- House fan – Sixteen in . or larger
- Mister Hoop with low-pressure misting nozzles
- A low water pressure faucet adapter kit designed for the mister ring (includes low pressure tubing, faucet connector, zip ties, 1/4-inch push lock connector for the mister ring).
- Close by garden hose bib water faucet.
- Power cord extension
- Electric power Outlet with a Gfci circuit breaker
The faucet connector should already be installed on the hose, but if not, just put the tube directly into the little side of the connector. It is a snug fit, hence if you have difficulties accomplishing that by hand, use pliers to help drive the hose in.
In the event that you purchased a mist cooling fan kit with a mist ring, a push lock connector for 1/8-inch tubing will already be set up on the ring. If you bought the mist fan adapter kit separately, it comes with a push lock connector that you will have to set up onto your misting ring. In case the connector doesn’t already have plumber’s tape wrapped about it, you’ll have to wrap the male end 2 to 3 times, then install the connector onto the mister ring.
Push the tube securely in to the push-lock connector, then smoothly draw back to ensure the hose is tight in the connector.
In the demo, I’ll be using an inexpensive box fan I purchased at Home Depot a number of years ago. Set the fan level, then center the mist ring over the exhaust side of the fan, with the misting nozzles directing away from the fan.
Attach the mist ring to the fan using zip ties that came with the low-pressure mister fan adapter kit. Fold the zip tie first, which will help to make it a lot easier to thread around the ring and the grill of the fan shroud. Pull the ties snug, then snip off the ends to make things neat. You can put the fan up-right now, making sure the mister ring is secure.
Plug the fan into a ground fault protected power wall plug. A Gfci electric outlet is the variety with a black “Test” and a red “Reset” button. These types of electric sockets trip when there is a “ground fault,” which happens when the electric current finds an alternate path to ground. For example, it might try to travel through your body if you happen to be dumb enough to be standing in a puddle of water. Don’t be foolish – always be extremely careful when using electrical power in the presence of water. In modern homes, electric outlets on the outside of the dwelling are generally on a ground fault circuit or are GFCI outlets. In many homes, the entire GFCI circuit is governed by a ground fault wall socket in the garage. Be certain to check that it is operating properly prior to plugging in your mist fan.
Hook up the hose with the water faucet adapter to the water faucet.
After plugging the fan in and turning it on, you should turn on the water to begin the misting. Now you can cool off with your personal mist fan!
Just imagine sitting on your patio on a hot summer day… but instead of sweltering in the heat, you’re actually comfortable!. There’s a cool mist surrounding you, and it’s coming from the patio mist fan that you made yourself!
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