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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1 5 V Q 1 0 4 2 0 B
Ventilating Fan
Representative models:
FV-0511VQ1
FV-1115VQ1
Model No.
FV-0511VQ1
FV-1115VQ1
FV-0511VQC1
Contents
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
UNPACKING
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
DIMENSIONS
WIRING DIAGRAM
SELECTOR INDICATION (FV-0511VQC1 only)
OPERATION (FV-0511VQC1 only)
FEATURE
INSTALLATION (NEW CONSTRUCTION)
INSTALLATION (RETROFIT)
MAINTENANCE (CLEANING)
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FV-0511VQC1
PRACTICAL GUIDE TO INSTALLATION
SPECIFICATIONS
PRODUCT SERVICE
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Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to install, operate or service
the Panasonic product. Please carefully read the “GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION”
Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury or property damage.
Please explain to users how to operate and maintain the product after installation,
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
For Your Safety
To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, malfunction, and damage to
equipment or property, always observe the following safety precautions.
Explanation of symbol word panels
The following symbol word panels are used to classify and describe the level of hazard, injury, and
property damage caused when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed.
Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious
WARNING
injury or death.
CAUTION
NOTICE
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of instructions to be observed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must be followed
in order to operate the unit safely.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must not be
performed.
This symbol is used to alert users not to disassemble the equipment.
This symbol is used to alert users to make sure of grounding when using the equipment
with the grounding terminal.
Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury.
Denotes a hazard that could result in property damage.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, observe the following :
Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have any questions,
contact the manufacturer.
Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the
service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device,
such as a tag, to the service panel.
Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with
all applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney)
of fuel burning equipment to prevent back drafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer’s
guideline and safety standards such as those published by the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA), and the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE) and the local code authorities.
When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other
hidden utilities.
2
Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it must be marked as appropriate for the
application and be connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) - protected branch
circuit.
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION CONTINUED
WARNING
These models are UL listed for tub and shower enclosures.
Canada only: Not to be installed in a ceiling thermally insulated to a value greater than R40.
Do not disassemble the unit for reconstruction. It may cause fire or electric shock.
A statement to the effect that when the product is to no longer be used, it must not be left
in place but remove, to prevent it from possibly failing.
Ceiling joist must be subjected to static load more than five times the weight of the product.
Do not install with a method which is not approved in the instructions.
Do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device. Solid state controls may cause
harmonic distortion which can cause motor humming noise.
This product must be properly grounded.
Install the fan at least 1.5m(5feet) above the floor, and the fan must be installed above a
counter or major appliances that serves as a barrier.
CAUTION
Do not install this ventilating fan where interior room temperature may exceed 104°F (40°C)
Make sure that the electric service supply voltage is AC 120V, 60Hz.
Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well as the National Electrical Code (NEC) and
the Occupation Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Always disconnect the power source before working on or near the fan,motor or junction box.
Protect the supply wiring from sharp edges oil, grease, hot surfaces, chemicals or other objects.
Do not kink the supply wiring.
For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous
or explosive materials and vapors.
Not for use in cooking area. (Fig.A)
The special-purpose or dedicated parts, such as mounting
fixtures, must be used if such parts are provided.
(Cooking area)
Do not install above or
inside this area
Cooking
Fig. A
45°
Floor
45°
equipment
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION CONTINUED
NOTICE
Provide make up air for proper ventilation.
Do not install the unit where ducts are configured as shown in below.
Adaptor
Squeezed ductSuccessive bendingExcessive bending
When one switch is connected with two or more products in parallel, the unit may not function.
Therefore, parallel connection should not be allowed.
Bend close to duct adaptor
DESCRIPTION
These products are listed by UL under UL file No. E78414.
These products use a sirocco fan driven by a DC motor powered by an integral transformer. The motor is
designed to have long operating life, high dynamic response, higher speed ranges with saving energy.
The grille covering the fan body is a spring-loaded, quick remove type. A damper for preventing air counter
flow is provided. The blower uses a high-capacity sirocco fan developed to reduce the noise level.
(FV-0511VQC1 only)
This Panasonic ventilating fan model is equipped with a motion sensor and a humidity sensor that turn
on automatically when motion is detected, when humidity increases rapidly, or when humidity rises above
a 30% ~ 80% relative humidity set-point. It is user-adjustable to operate 0.5 ~ 60 minutes after the sensors
are no longer detected.
UNPACKING
Unpack and carefully remove the unit from carton.
Refer to the Supplied Accessories list to verify that all parts are present.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Part name Part nameAppearance Quantity
Grille
Flex-Z Fast
bracket
(with 4
tapping screws
-ST4.2X20)
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4
TM
Appearance Quantity
1
1
Warranty
sheet
Installation
instructions
Self-drilling
screw
1
1
4
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DIMENSIONS
12 (304)
10 1/4 (260)
7
1
2
5
13 (330)
10 1/4 (261)
3 7/8
(100)
36
4
3 7/8 (100)
5 7/8 (151)
FV-1115VQ1
3 7/8
(100)
FV-1115VQ1
1 1/2 (37)
7/8 (23.5)
13 (330)
5 7/8 (148)
No. No.
Blade
1
Grille
2
Junction box
3 Damper
Adaptor
4
5
PCB box
4 1/2 (114)
7 1/2 (190)
Part name
(86)
3 3/8
13 1/4 ~ 15 1/2 (336~394)
16 1/2 ~ 18 3/4 (419~480)
89
Pick-A-Flow switch
6
Fan body
7
8
9
Flex-Z Fast bracket
Unit: inches (mm)FV-0511VQ1 , FV-1115VQ1
(86)
21 1/4 ~ 23 1/2 (540~597)
6 5/8 (169)
FV-1115VQ1
Part name
TM
3 3/8
FV-0511VQC1
1
12 (304)
10 1/4 (260)
2
11
7
10 1/4 (261)
13 (330)
1 1/2 (37)
5
6
10
3 7/8
(100)
3
3 7/8(100)
5 7/8 (151)
4
7/8 (23.5) 4 1/2 (114)
13 (330)
9
No. No.
Blade
1
Grille
2
Junction box
3
Adaptor
4
5
PCB box
Pick-A-Flow switch
6
7 1/2 (190)
Part name
3 3/8 (86)
7
8
9
10
11
13 1/4 ~ 15 1/2 (336~394)
16 1/2 ~ 18 3/4 (419~480)
21 1/4 ~ 23 1/2 (540~597)
8
Part name
Fan body
Damper
Flex-Z Fast bracket
Selector
Motion sensor location
TM
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WIRING DIAGRAM
FV-0511VQ1 , FV-1115VQ1
Fan body
Main control circuit
DC
Motor
Main control
circuit
Junction box
White
Black
Neutral
Live(Fan
AC120V
60Hz
)
(Power supply)
FV-0511VQC1
Fan body
Main control circuit
DC
Motor
Motion sensor
Main control
circuit
Humidity sensor
setting
Selector
TimerHumidity
Junction box
SELECTOR INDICATION (FV-0511VQC1 only)
Humidity
preset selector
Green
White
Black
Green
(Ground wire)
Neutral
Live(Fan
)
(Ground wire)
Timer
preset selector
AC120V
60Hz
(Power supply)
Selector indications
on blower unit
Humidity selector range from around 30% to 80%
Factory setting is around 50%.
Timer preset selector positions
Timer
[min]
Factory setting : 20 minutes.
Position ” ” : For factory use
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0.5 1 2 3 5 10 20 30 60
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OPERATION (FV-0511VQC1 only)
Panasonic ventilating fan
responds to:
(1) Motion sensor detectible
condition.
(2) Humidity sensor detectible
condition.
10 feet
(3m)
sensor
90°
The distance that motion
can be detected is limited
to 10 feet (3m).
The field of view of the
sensor is 90°.
Room temperature is
25°C (77°F).
Motion sensor detectible
condition
The delay time is determined
by timer preset switch.
The unit continues running for
an adjustable duration
of 0.5 to 60 minutes, after
motion is no longer detected.
Human
activity
Fan
activity
INSIDE
When motion is
Stop
detected, fan runs
OUTSIDE
Remains running
until the delay time
has passed
1. The product will run when environment humidity rise rapidly but not reach to the humidity setting,
and stop after delay preset time.
2. Humidity setting selector is stepless change between 30 %RH~80 %RH.
3. The humidity detected by sensor may differ from the value on your hygrometer.
4. The product may turn on and off cause by the unstable environment humidity, you can improve
it by adjusting the Humidity setting selector.
FEATURE
Optimum Ventilation Performance:
Duct length, elbows and other factors increase static pressure which can hinder the performance of most
ventilation fans. This fan utilizes Smart Flow microchip technology that monitors the static pressure in the
system and speeds up or slows down the rpm of the fan depending upon the amount of resistance within
the ducts. This feature allows the fan to perform as rated and avoid potential installation issues.
Outstanding Energy Savings:
The WhisperCeiling ventilating fans are built using DC motor technology. The DC motor is 30% - 70%
more energy efficient than the AC motor.
Pick-A-Flow Feature
All the WhisperCeiling ventilating fans come with Pick-A-Flow
speed options. The Pick-A-Flow switch on the face of all
WhisperCeiling ventilating fans allow the option to choose
50 – 80 – 110 CFM for the FV-0511VQ1 or 110 – 130 – 150 CFM
for the FV-1115VQ1.
These fans can run with constant air volume depending upon
the needs of the owner.
Pick-A-Flow
switch
Air volume(CFM) Factory setting
FV-0511VQ1
FV-1115VQ1
50
11080130
110 80 CFM
150 130 CFM
FV-0511VQC1 50 80 110 80 CFM
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INSTALLATION (NEW CONSTRUCTION)
The fan position between joists from 16" to 24"
on center can be adjusted flexibly.
CAUTION
Please wear gloves during the installation
work as follow.
1. Disconnect plug connector from receptacle (Fig.6)
and remove adaptor from fan body by removing the
machine screw (M4X8) before installation. (Fig.1)
IMPORTANT:
Remove the tape from damper and adaptor
before installation. As shown below:
Adaptor
2. Bend down 4 tabs for positioning, install the
Flex-Z Fast bracket to joists by drilling 2 tapping
TM
screws which have been fixed on it. (Fig.2)
3. Adjust the length of Flex-Z Fast bracket as the
spacing between joists, and install to joists by
drilling the other 2 tapping screws which have
been fixed on it. (Fig.3)
Damper
Tape
TM
Machine screw
(M4X8)
Joist
2 Tapping screws
(ST4.2X20)
Adaptor
Fan body
2 Tapping screws
(ST4.2X20)
Fig.1
Bend down
4 tabs
Fig.2
Joist
Fig.3
4. Remove junction box cover and secure conduit
or stress relief to junction box knock-out hole.
(Fig.4)
5. Install a circular duct and secure it with clamps,
or ties and seal it with mastic or approved foil tape.
A 4 or 6 inch circular duct is needed to connect to
relevant part of adaptor. (Fig.4)
6. Install the adaptor to Flex-Z Fast bracket by
TM
using 2 self-drilling screws. (Fig.4)
7. Refer to WIRING DIAGRAM.
Follow all the local electrical safety codes
as well as the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Using UL approved wire nuts, connect
Conduit
Junction
box
house power wires to ventilating fan wires.
(Fig.5)
CAUTION
Mount junction box cover carefully
so that lead wires are not pinched.
Knock-out
hole
Junction box
cover
Earth ground
Neutral
Live
Conduit
2 Self-drilling screws
Earth ground
Circular duct
Mastic or
approved
foil tape
Fig.4
WHITE
BLACK
GREEN
Wire nuts
Switch box
N
120 VAC
L
LINE IN
Fig.5
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INSTALLATION (NEW CONSTRUCTION) CONTINUED
8. Insert fan body and slide into adapter assy
with some strength, until the flange overlaps
the Flex-Z Fast bracket. Secure the fan
body to Flex-Z Fast bracket by using 2
TM
TM
self-drilling screws, plug connector to
receptacle and secure the fan body to adaptor
by using machine screw (M4X8). (Fig.6)
Joist
CAUTIONCAUTION
Secure machine screw (M4X8) to the
suitable hole and not touch the Flex-Z
TM
Fast bracket. Please fix the screw
carefully to avoid screw slip teeth.
9. Finish ceiling work. Ceiling hole should be aligned
with the inside edge of the flange. (Fig.7)
10. Insert the grille mounting spring on the wiring
side into the slot. (Fig.8)
11. Insert the motion sensor on the grille and dress
the wire as shown. (Fig. 8)
12. Adjust Pick-A-Flow switch.(Refer to indication on
FEATURE)
Plug connector
Machine
screw
(M4X8)
Ceiling
(270)
2 Self-drilling
screws
Unit: inches (mm)
Receptacle
(270)
10 1/2
After finishing the ceiling job, fill gap between flange
and ceiling with caulk or other sealant to prevent air
leakage
Ceiling
Motion Sensor
(FV-0511VQC1
only).
10 1/2
Fig.6
Fig.7
Clasp
Fig.8
13. Insert the other mounting spring into the slot as
shown and mount grille to fan body. (Fig.9)
CAUTION
Mount grille carefully so that lead wire is not
pinched.
Ceiling
Grille
Mounting spring
Gloves
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Fig.9
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INSTALLATION (RETROFIT)
WARNING
Disconnect power source before working
on unit.
1.
Remove the existing fan and cut ceiling opening.
Secure the Flex-Z Fast bracket to joists
TM
by drilling 4 tapping screws (ST4.2x20) which
have been fixed on it. Existing ductwork and
wiring left in place. (Fig.10)
2. Follow the step 1 , 4 , 5 , 7 on INSTALLATION
(NEW CONSTRUCTION). (Before connect the
circular duct to the adaptor, should pull down the
circular duct from the ceiling)
3. Install the adaptor to Flex-Z Fast bracket by
TM
using 2 self-drilling screws. (Fig.11)
4. Secure the fan body to Flex-Z Fast bracket by
TM
using 2 self-drilling screws, plug connector to
receptacle and secure the fan body to adaptor
by using machine screw (M4X8). (Fig.12)
CAUTION
Secure machine screw (M4X8) to the suitable
hole and not touch the Flex-Z Fast bracket.
Please fix the screw carefully to avoid screw
slip teeth.
5. Follow the step 10 to 13 on INSTALLATION
(NEW CONSTRUCTION).
TM
Conduit Circular duct
4Tapping
(
ST4.2x20)
screws
Ceiling (already existed)
Conduit
Knock-out
hole
Junction box
cover
Ceiling
Joist
Ceiling
Machine screw (M4X8)
2 Self-drilling screws (Fix the
flange and Flex-Z Fast
through the ceiling)
10 7/8
Circular duct
2 Self-drilling screws
TM
bracket
(275)
Unit: inches (mm)
Joist
10 7/8
(275)
Fig.10
Mastic or
approved
foil tape
Joist
Fig.11
Flange
Fig.12
MAINTENANCE (CLEANING)
WARNING
Disconnect power source before working
on unit.
CAUTION
Routine maintenance must be done
every year. Please wear gloves during
the cleaning work.
Never use gasoline, benzene, thinner or
any other such chemicals for cleaning the
ventilating fan.
Do not immerse motor in water when cleaning.
Do not soak resin parts in water over 140°F (60°C).
Do not use cleaning sprays, solvents, or water on
or near the sensors.
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MAINTENANCE (CLEANING) CONTINUED
1. Remove grille by pulling down one mounting
spring (Fig.13), then pull down the other. (Pull
down the mounting spring that without lead wire
passed side, and remove motion sensor as
shown in Fig.14) (Squeeze mounting spring and
pull down carefully)
2. Clean grille. (Don’t put into hot water. Use
non-abrasive kitchen detergent, wipe dry with
clean cloth) (Fig.15)
3. The grille should be dry after cleaning.
4. Remove dust and dirt from fan body using a
vacuum cleaner. (Fig.16)
5. Using a cloth dampened with kitchen detergent,
remove any dirt from fan body. Wipe dry with
clean cloth. (Fig.17)
6. Reinstall grille.
Mounting spring
Gloves
Ceiling
Motion sensor
(FV-0511VQC1
only)
Grille
Slot
Fig.13
Clasp
Fig.14
Gloves
Fig.15
Ceiling
Vacuum
cleaner
Fig.16
Ceiling
PRACTICAL GUIDE TO INSTALLATION
Properly insulate the area around the fan to
minimize building heat loss and gain. (Fig.18)
Loose fill or batt insulation can be placed
directly over the fan housing in the attic.
Our fans does not create excessive heat that
is a common problem with recessed light
fixtures or some competitor’s fan/light
combination. Our efficient, cool-running
motors do not create enough ambient heat
to be subjected to these limitations.
The ducting from this fan to the outside of
the building has a strong effect on the air flow,
noise and energy use of the fan. Use the shortest,
straightest duct routing possible for best performance, and avoid installing the fan with smaller
ducts than recommended. Insulation around the ducts can reduce energy loss and inhibit mold
growth. Fans installed with existing ducts may not achieve their rated air flow.
4 inches or 6 inches roof jack, wall cap,
or soffit vent with backdraft damper
Mechanically connect duct to termination
and seal with mastic or approved foil
faced tape
2-3 ft straight run before elbow
ln attic installation,
caulk box to drywall
Short piece of flexible duct helps
alignment and absorbs sound.
Clamps plus mastic or approved
foil faced tape at all flex joints
Foil tape tightly covers all metal
duct joints (glue PVC joints)
Fig.17
lnsulation
Fig.18
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SPECIFICATIONS
660120
Airvolume
at 0.1"WG
(CFM)
50
80
110 <0.3
130
150
50 <0.3
80
110
Noise
(sones)
<0.3
<0.3
<0.3
<0.3
<0.3
<0.3
<0.3
Speed
(rpm)
756
821
957110
636
671
698
756
821
957
Power
(W)
4.1
6.0
10.8
6.9
9.1
11.9
4.1
6.0
10.8
Weight
Ib.(kg)
9.3(4.2)
9.5(4.3)
9.5(4.3)
Model No.
FV-0511VQ1
FV-1115VQ1
Voltage
Air
direction
Exhaust 4 or 6
Exhaust
ExhaustFV-0511VQC1
(V)
Frequency
(Hz)
60120
Duct
diameter
(inches)
4 or 660120
HVI Certified performance based on HVI Procedures 915, 916, and 920.
PRODUCT SERVICE
Warning Concerning Removal of Covers. The unit should be serviced by qualified technicians only.
Your product is designed and manufactured to ensure a minimum of maintenance. Should your unit
require service or parts, call Panasonic Call Center at 1-866-292-7299 (USA) or 1-800-669-5165 (Canada).
Panasonic Corporation of North America Panasonic Canada Inc.
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102
www.panasonic.com
Panasonic Corporation 2017
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
www.panasonic.ca
Printed in Mexico
P0717-0 15VQ10420B
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