
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CQF100 Range
Conceal Quiet Fans
Switch off mains supply before making any electrical connections.
Installation must be supervised by a qualified electrician.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
Precautions must be taken to avoid the back-flow of gases into the
room from the open flue of gas or other open-fire appliances when
mounted in outside windows or walls.
Fan must be disconnected from electrical power before any
maintenance is carried out.
Location
1. When installing fan through an external wall, an
external wall grille must be fitted at all times.
2. For best results this Extractor Fan should be fitted
as high on the wall as possible, or if preferred, on
the ceiling. Note: Pullcord models should not be
installed in a ceiling.
3. When installing Humidity or Timer fans ensure
the electronic circuit board is at the top of the fan.
4. Do not install the unit within a shower cubicle
or anywhere else where there is a risk of being
sprayed with water (Please see our range of
showerfans for these installations.).
5. If the fan is installed in a room containing a fuel
burning appliance, the installer must ensure that
the air replacement is adequate for both the fan
and the fuel burning appliance.
Wiring
1. Switch off mains supply before making electrical
connections. If in any doubt contact a qualified
electrician.
2. These units are for fixed wiring only. A flexible cord
must not be used. All wiring must be fixed securely
and the cable to the fan should be a minimum of
1mm2 in section. All wiring must comply with current
I.E.E. Regulations or local regulations if outside the
UK.
3. A double pole fused spur having contact separation
of at least 3mm in all pole must be used and fitted
with a 3A fuse.
4. This fan is double insulated and does not require an
earth connection.
5. The fan should not be accessible to a person using
either the shower or the bath.

IMPORTANT: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE COMMENCING THE INSTALLATION
DO NOT - install this product in areas where the following may be present or occur:
• Excessive oil or a grease laden atmosphere.
• Corrosive or flammable gases, liquids or vapours.
• Ambient temperatures higher than 40°C or less than –5°C.
• Possible obstructions which would hinder the access or removal of the Fan.
SAFETY AND GUIDANCE NOTES
1. When the Fan is used to remove air from a room containing a fuel-burning appliance, ensure that the air
replacement is adequate for both the fan and the fuel-burning appliance.
2. The Fan should not be used where it is liable to be subject to direct water spray for prolonged periods of time.
3. Where ducted Fans are used to handle moisture-laden air, such as a bathroom, a condensation trap should
be fitted in any vertical exhaust ducts. Horizontal ducts should be arranged to slope slightly downwards away
from the Fan. Ducts passing through cold voids must be suitably insulated.
4. This product should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check
with your local authority for recycling advice.
INSTALLATION
PANEL/CEILING MOUNTING
1. For panel/ceiling mounting the fan should be installed into a closed duct system of at least 1.2m long or
protected by an exterior air grille that must comply with the standard requirements of your country to prevent
access to the fans impeller.
2. Cut a 105mm diameter hole.
3. Loosen the screw at the bottom of the grille and remove the front grille. Mark the screw centres through the
holes in the fan back plate. Drill, plug and screw into position.
4. Attach ducting as required for the installation.
5. Wire the fan as described in the Wiring section.
6. After installation, ensure impeller rotates freely.
7. Replace the grille and tighten the retaining screw.
WALL MOUNTING
1. For wall mounting cut a 115mm diameter hole through the wall and insert the wall sleeve. Slope the sleeve
slightly downwards away from the fan. Cut to length and cement both ends into position flush with the wall
faces.
2. Loosen the screw in the bottom of the grille and remove the front grille. Mark the screw centres through the
holes in the fan back plate. Drill, plug and screw into position.
3. Fix exterior grille into position with the louvres positioned downwards. (Note:- The grille must comply with the
standard requirements of your country to prevent access to the fans impeller).
4. Wire the fan as described in Section B-Wiring. Adjust any settings as required (see Section C-Setup).
5. After installation, ensure impeller rotates freely.
6. Replace the grille and tighten the retaining screw.

2. Pull grille
slightly away
from bottom
edge.
3. Push grille upwards until
clear from the fan chassis.
WIRING.
WARNING: THE FAN AND ANCILLARY CONTROL EQUIPMENT MUST BE ISOLATED FROM THE
POWER SUPPLY DURING THE INSTALLATION / OR MAINTENANCE.
• The cross - sectional area of supply cord used should be ranged from 1 - 1.5mm2.
• Cable entry can only be made from the rear of the fan.
• The extraction fan is suitable for connection to 220-240V 50Hz supply.
• The fan is a class II double insulated product and MUST NOT be earthed.
1. Select and follow the appropriate wiring diagram.
2. Check all connections have been made correctly and ensure all terminal connections and cable clamps are
securely fastened before switching on the electrical supply.
STANDARD FANS - Controlled by remote switch (e.g. light switch or auto sensor).
N
L
Pullcord
Switch
NEUTRAL
LIVE
N
L

TIMER FANS
Single speed with overrun timer. When switched ‘ON’, the fan will operate at full speed and will continue to run
for a pre-set time after the switch is turned ‘OFF’.
SWITCHED LIVE
NEUTRAL
LIVE
Switch
S/L
N
N
TIMER ADJUSTMENT - BEFORE ADJUSTING THE TIMER, SWITCH OFF THE MAINS SUPPLY.
1. Remove the fan grille. The controller is factory set at 15 minutes approx. The overrun time period can be
adjusted from 5-25 minutes by altering the adjuster on the control PCB.
2. To REDUCE the operating time, use a small screwdriver to turn the adjuster ANTI-CLOCKWISE.
3. To INCREASE the operating time, use a small screwdriver to turn the adjuster CLOCKWISE.
4. Replace the fan grille.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE.
1. At intervals appropriate to the installation, the fan should be inspected and cleaned to ensure there is no build
up of dirt or other deposits.
2. Carefully push the front panel of the grille upwards away from the base part of the grille.
Wipe the inlets and front face with a damp cloth until clean.
The fan has sealed for life bearings, which do not require lubrication.
PLEASE DISPOSE OF
USED FAN AT YOUR
LOCAL CIVIC AMENITY
SITE. DO NOT DISPOSE
IN DOMESTIC WASTE
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