Panasonic FV-08VFL4, FV-11VFL4, fv-05vfl4, FV-05FL4, FV-08FL4 Installation

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Ventilating Fan

FV-05VFL4 FV-08VFL4 FV-11VFL4

Contents

FV-05VFL4 FV-08VFL4 FV-11VFL4

General Safety lnformation

Description

Unpacking

Supplied Accessories

Dimensions

Wiring Diagram

lnstallation

lnstallation (Between Joist Mounting)

lnstallation (Wooden Header)

lnstallation (In Existing Construction)

Maintenance (Cleaning)

Maintenance (Replacement of Lamp)

Practical Guide to lnstallation

Specifications

Product Service

(Joist Mounting - )

(Joist Mounting )

2-3

6-8

9-10

11-12

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.

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.

WARNING

CAUTION

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.

The symbol is used to alert users not to disassemble the equipment for reconstruction in order to reduce the risk of fire and electric shock.

This symbol is used to alert users to make sure of grounding when using the equipment with the grounding terminal.

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.

Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.

Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury.

When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.

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.

These models are UL listed for tub and shower enclosures.

WARNING

USA only: This product has two fluorescent lamps that contain mercury. Disposal may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or visit Panasonic website: http://www.panasonic.com/environmental or call 1-888-769-0149.

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.

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 instrucions.

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.

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, light fixture or junction box.

Protect the supply wiring from sharp edges, oil, grease, hot surfaces, chemicals or other objects.

Do not kink the supply wiring.

Provide make up air for proper ventilation.

For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.

Do not install the unit where ducts are configured as shown in Fig.A.

Not for use in cooking area. (Fig.B)

The special-purpose or dedicated parts, such as mounting fixtures, must be used if such parts are provided.

Adaptor

DESCRIPTION

These products are listed by UL under UL file No. E78414.

These products use a sirocco fan driven by a capacitor motor The motor is designed to have an.

extended service life with reduced energy consumption lt also incorporates a thermal-cutoff for safety.. The grille covering the main body is a spring-loaded quick-release type,.

A damper for preventing counterflow is provided.

The lighting unit is an energy-saving, lighting device that uses two 13W fluorescent lamps and produces almost the same illumination as a standard 100W incandescent lamp.

FCC Note: This equipment contains two self-ballast fluorescent lamp and is in compliance with Part 18 of the FCC Rules as consumer RF lighting device. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning this product on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect equipment into outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Warning: This equipment must be installed in accordance with installation instructions. Also, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

Customer Support: 1-866-292-7292

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

UNPACKING

Unpack and carefully remove unit from carton. Refer to the Supplied Accessories list to verify that all parts are present.

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

FV-05VFL4 FV-08VFL4 FV-11VFL4

Part name Part nameAppearance AppearanceQuantity Quantity

Machine screw

Grille

Suspension

bracket

Suspension

bracket

Suspension

bracket

Screw

(ST4.2X8)

Screw

(ST4.2X12)

Screw

(ST4.2X16)

(M4X4)

Long screw (ST4.2X20)

13W

Fluorescent

lamp

Night lamp

3 inches adaptor

connector

(optional part)

FV-05VFL4 FV-08VFL4 FV-11VFL4

Lens

FV-05VFL4 FV-08VFL4

FV-11VFL4

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