Panasonic FV-08VKME3 User Manual

FV-08VKME3

FV-08VKSE3

Panasonic

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Ventilating Fan

Model No. FV-08VKME3 FV-08VKSE3

Contents

General Safety Information............................................... 2-3

Please Read Prior To Installing This Fan

Description

Unpacking ............................................................................. 5

Supplied Accessories .......................................................... 5

Dimensions............................................................................ 6

Wiring Diagram

Switch Indication................................................................... 7

Operation....................................................................... 7

Installation I (Joist Mounting -1)
Installation II (Suspension Brackets Mounting)— 10
Installation III (Joist Mounting - II)
Maintenance

Practical Guide To Installation...............................Back cover

Specifications
Product Service

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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Please read these instructions carefully before attempting to install, operate or service
the Panasonic product. 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, and this booklet should be presented to users.
Please retain this booklet for future reference.

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

For Your Safety

To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, malfunction, and damage to
equipment or pro 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

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injury or death.

Acaution

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 not be

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performed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must be followed

in order to operate the unit safety.

Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury.

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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 switch 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.

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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

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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

(ASHFÎAE) and the local code authorities.

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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.

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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 LIL listed for tub and shower enclosures.

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION CONTINUED

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Do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.

Canada only: Not to be installed in a ceiling thermally insulated to a value greater than R40.

Do not disassemble the unit for reconstruction.

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A statement to the effect that when the product is to no longer be used, it must not be left in

place but removed, to prevent it from possibly falling.

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Ceiling joist must be subjected to static load more than five times the weight of the product.

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Do not install with a method which is not approved in the instrucions.

This product must be properly grounded.

Acaution

Do not install this ventilating fan where interior room temperature may

exceed 104°F(40°C).

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Make sure that the electric service supply voltage is AC 120V, 60 Hz.

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Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well as the National

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Electrical Code (NEC) and the Occupation Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Always disconnect the power source before working on or near the fan, prohibited

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.

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Provide make up air for proper ventilation.
For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or

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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.

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Fig. A

(Cooking area)

Do not install above or

inside this area

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equipment

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Adaptor

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PLEASE READ PRIOR TO INSTALLING THIS FAN

The WhisperGreen line of ventilating fans employs state of the art technology providing a number of
unique features that lead to improved indoor air quality. These features need to be fully understood
prior to installation to full realize the benefits fans offer.

Spot and Continuous Ventilation: These fans are designed to run continuously ensuring a healthy
environment at low CFM levels 24 hours a day. By utilizing Customvent variable speed control
the fans are built to run continuously at a pre-set lower level (0,30,40,50,60,70 CFM). The setting

is dependent on the size of the room and the individual wishes of the homeowner. It is crucial

that the installer pre-set the lower setting during the installation. Please refer to the
chart below and the switch indication on page 7.

CustomVent Variable Speed Control (Lower Setting).

ASHRAE 62.2-2007

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(sq.feet)
< 1, 000 33 40 48 55

1,500 38 45 53 60
2,000 43 50 58 65
2,500 48 55 63 70
3,000 53 60 68
3,500
4,000 63 70 78
4,500
5,000
5,500
6,000
6,500
7,000

These fans are also built to take care of the homeowner's spot ventilation needs when the room is
occupied. This models kick-up to a maximum level of 80 CFM either when the switch is turned on

(available with FV-08VKSE3) or activated by the SmartAction Motion Sensor(available with

FV-08VKME3).

A High / Low Delay Timer, located inside the fan unit, is utilized to return the fan back to the pre-set
Continuous ventilation mode. The installer needs to consult with the homeowner for the desired
setting on the timer (0.5 - 60 minutes) and make the adjustments during the installation.

Optimum Ventilation Performance: Generally duct length, elbows and other factors increase static

pressure hindering the performance of most ventilation fans. This fan utilize SmartFlow microchip
technology that monitors the static pressure in the system and speeds up or slows down the rpm of the
fan depending on the amount of resistance. This allows the fan to perform as rated, whether facing

0.1,0.2 or even 0.25 inches water gauge. The bottom line is that it makes for easier installation.
The installer no longer has to worry about compromising the fan's performance.

Two Bedrooms Three Bedrooms Four Bedrooms Five Bedrooms

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58 65 73
68 75 83

73 80 88
78 85 93
83 90 98
88 95 103
93 100 108

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105
110

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Outstanding Energy Savings: These fans are the very first to be built using DC motor technology.

The new DC motor is 30% - 70% more energy efficient than the minimum ENERGY STAR requirements.

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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.

Model of FV-08VKME3 is equipped with a motion sensor that shifts the fan to high flow
automatically when motion is detected. It is user-adjustable to operate 0.5-60 minutes after

motion is no longer detected.
The lighting unit is an energy-saving LED lighting device that only consumes 11.5W and produces
almost the same illumination as standard 60W incandescent lamp.

FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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 15 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.

DoC Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Customer Call Support: 1-866-292-7292

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 Appearance Quantity

For Model
FV-08VKME3

Grille

Suspension
bracket I

Suspension
bracket II

Suspension

bracket III
Suspension

bracket IV

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For Model
FV-08VKSE3

1

1

1

1

1

Part name

Screw I

(ST4.2X6)

Screw II

(ST4.2X14)

Long screw

(ST4.2X20)

Installation
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Warranty

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DIMENSIONS

No. Part name No. Part name

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Blade
Grille

Sensor unit

(FV-08VKME3 only)
Junction box
Adaptor Bracket cover

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Switch unit
LED lighting unit

Fan body
Damper
Suspension bracket

WIRING DIAGRAM

FV-08VKME3

FV-08VKSE3

SWITCH INDICATION

Low speed air volume

preset switch

Switch indications
on blower unit

Low speed air volume preset switch positions

Air volume

[CFM]

►

0

30

Factory setting: 50 CFM.

Position "0" : Fan stop.
Position : use for factory test only.

High/Low delay time preset switch positions

Delay Time

[min]

►

0.5 1

Factory setting : 20 minutes.
Position : use for factory test only.

40 50

2

High/Low delay time
preset switch

60

3

5

70

10 20

30 60

OPERATION

Sensor detectible range (FV-08VKME3 only)

The distance that motion
can be detected is iimited
to 10 feet (3m).
The fieid of view of the
sensor is 90°.
(Room temperature is
25 °C)

Motion

> The low speed is determined by Low speed air volume preset switch.
»The delay time is determined by High/Low delay time preset switch.
»The unit maintains the higher speed for an adjustable duration of 0.5 to 60 minutes, after motion is no

longer detected.

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Fan active

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At low
speed

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when motion is
detected, fan runs
at the high speed.

Remains running
at high speed until
the delay time has
passed.

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Fan active

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At low
speed

When manual
wall switch is on,
fan runs at the
high speed.

When manual wall
switch Is off. Fan
remains running at
the high speed until
the delay time has
passed.

INSTALLATION I (JOIST MOUNTING - I)

Joist situation:

Spacing A is 16 inches

(406 mm) to 24 inches
(609 mm) on center joists

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Joists

1. If the spacing A is 16 inches (406 mm) to 24 inches
(609 mm) on center joists, please follow the
installation step as below.

IMPORTANT:

■ Remove the tape from
damper and adaptor
before installation.

As shown at right:

■ Before installing the
sensor, peel off the

tape and take off
the foam box as

shown right:

Adaptor

Sensor

Tape

2. Insert the suspension bracket I and II into the fan
body. (Select the suspension bracket connection
holes as shown below) (Fig.1)

Suspension bracket connect method:

Suspension bracket I and II connect with
screw I as shown below:

Unit: inches (mm)

15 1/2 (336-394)
18 3/4 (419-480)
23 1/2 (540-597)

Suspension
bracket n

screw: bracket:
(ST4.2X6)

Suspension

3.Install the suspension bracket and the flange of
frame to joists by using long screws(ST4.2X20)
and secure it to fan body by using screw II
(ST4.2X14).(Fig.2)

4.Install a circular duct and secure it with clamps,

or wire ties and seal it with mastic or approved
duct tape. 4 inches circular duct or 6 inches
circular duct is needed to connect to relevant
part of common adaptor.(Fig.3)

5. Remove junction box cover and secure conduit or
stress relief to junction box knock-out hole. (Fig.3)

INSTALLATION I (JOIST MOUNTING -1) CONTINUED

6. Refer to wiring diagram. (Wiring detail please refer
to the wiring diagram on page 6.)
Follow all the local electrical safety codes as well as
the National Electrical Code (NEC).

Using UL approved wire nuts, connect house power

wires to ventilating fan wires. (Fig.4-1, Fig.4-2)

Acaution

Mount junction box cover carefully so that

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7. Finish ceiling work. Ceiling hole should be aligned

lead wires are not pinched.

with the inside edge of the flange. (Fig.5)

IMPORTANT:
Remove the tapes from louver and springs

before installation. As shown below:

'Tapes«

FV-08VKME3

FV-08VKSE3

Conduit^^V;

Junction box /

Neutral to white

Live to blaci
(LIGhfT)

Conduit-

Junction box

Neutral to white Two red wires_

Live to black (Connect to

(LIGHT) manual wall switch)

Live to black
(Ventilating fan)

FV-08VKME3

FV-08VKSE3

Ceiling

Ferrite Core
(For reducing the
electromagnetic noise)

Earth ground
to green

Wire nut

Neutral to white

Fig.4-1

Ferrite Core

(For reducing the
electromagnetic noise)

Earth ground
to green

Wire nut

Live to black
(Ventilating fan)

Fig.4-2

Unit: inches (mm)

8. Insert the grille mounting spring on the wiring side
into the slot and insert the plug connector i into
the housing of the lighting unit. (Fig.6)

Acaution

Before turn on the light, make sure the

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9. Insert the sensor unit into slot of the grille.

connector at the correct position. If not, the

lighting can't work.

The claw of connector must latch the rib
completely. (Fig.6)

Fix the sensor lead wire into the clasp

(1 position).(FV-08VKME3)(Fig.7)

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After finishing the ceiling job, fill gap between flange
and ceiling with caulk or other sealant to prevent air
leakage. 5

Mounting spring

Plug connector I

LED Lighting unit

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''insert

plug connector I Fig.6

Grille

Lighting unit

INSTALLATION I (JOIST MOUNTING -1) CONTINUED

10. Adjust High/Low delay time preset switch and
Low speed air volume preset switch.(Fig.8)

Refer to switch indication on page 7.

11. Insert the other mounting spring into the slot as
shown and mount grille to fan body. (Fig.9)

Acaution

Mount grille carefully so that lead wire of
sensor unit and lighting unit is not pinched.

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INSTALLATION E (SUSPENSION BRACKETS MOUNTING)

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Joist situation:

Spacing A is 16 inches

(406 mm) to 24 inches
(609 mm) on center joists

1. If the spacing A is 16 inches (406 mm) to 24 inches

(609 mm) on center joists, please follow the
installation step as below.

2. Insert the suspension bracket i and n into the fan

body and suspension bracket HI or IV into the

adaptor. (Select the suspension bracket connection
holes as shown below) (Fig. 10, Fig.11)

if if

Joists

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Suspension bracket connect method:

Suspension bracket i and II connect with
screw I as shown below:

Unit: inches (mm)

Suspension
bracket n

15 1/2 (336-394)
18 3/4(419-480)
23 1/2 (540-597)

, Suspension

Screw I bracket I
(ST4.2X6)

3. Install the suspension bracket to joists by using long
screws (ST4.2X20) (Fig.11) and secure it to the fan
body by using screw II (ST4.2X14).(Fig.12)

page 10) to complete the installation work.

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INSTALLATION Ш (JOIST MOUNTING - II)

Joist situation:

Spacing В is

10 1/2 inches (266 mm) to

111/2 inches (292 mm)

inches on joists

1. If the spacing В is 10 1/2 inches (266 mm) to 11 1/2
inches (292 mm) on joists, please follow the
installation step as below.

2. Secure 4 long screws (ST 4.2X20) at flange of frame. (Fig. 13)

3. Follow steps 4 to 11 of installation I (page 8, page 9,
page 10) to complete the installation work.

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MAINTENANCE

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Disconnect power source before working on unit.

Acaution

Routine maintenance must be done every year.

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Never use gasoline, benzene, thinner or any other

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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).

1. Clean grille. (Don't put into hot water. Use non-abrasive

kitchen detergent, wipe dry with clean cloth)(Fig.14)

2. The grille should be dry after cleaning.

3. Remove dust and dirt from fan body using a vacuum
cleaner. (Fig. 15)

4. Using a cloth dampened with kitchen detergent, remove
any dirt from fan body. Wipe dry with clean cloth. (Fig.16)

5. Replace grille.

6. When replacing the light kit grille, please purchase new

light kit grille from our representative. (Model number of
light kit grille is FV-LKG08VKME3 for FV-08VKME3 and

FV-LKG08VKSE3 for FV-08VKSE3) (Fig.17).

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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 and fan/light combination units do
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 and our LED
lighting unit do not create enough ambient
heat to be subjected to these limitations.

4 inches or 6 inches roof jack, waii cap,
or soffit vent with backdraft damper

Mechanicaliy connect duct to termination
and seal with mastic or approved foil
faced tape

2-3 ft straight run before elbow
In attic installation,

caulk box to drywall

Short piece of flexible duct helps
alignment and absorbs sound.
Clamps plus mastic or approved Foil tape tightly covers all metal
foil faced tape at all flex joints duct joints (glue PVC joints) Fig.18

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

Air

Model No.

FV-08VKME3
FV-08VKSE3

HVI Certified performance based on HVI Procedures 915,916,and 920.

direction

Exhaust

Voltage

(V)

120

Frequency

(Hz)

60

Duct

diameter

(inches)

4 or 6

Noise

(sones)

<0.3 8

Power consumption (W)

LED lighting unit

Fan

LIGHT

11.5

N.LIGHT

0.8

Speed

(rpm)

869

Air volume

atO.rWG

(CFM)

80

Insulation

Weight

lb.(kg)

11.2(5.1)

■ Reference specifications
Air

Model No.

FV-08VKME3
FV-08VKSE3

Reference performance based on HVI Procedures 915, 916, and 920. [(*) Standby wattage.]

direction

Exhaust

Voltage

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 1-866-292-7292 (USA)
or 1-800-669-5165 (Canada).

Frequency

(V)

120

(Hz)

60

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Duct

diameter

(inches)

4 or 6

Noise

(sones)

<0.3
<0.3

<0.3 4.8 776
<0.3
<0.3 3.8 756

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Power

consumption

(W)

6.5

5.6

4.2 765 40

0.5 (*)

Speed

(rpm)

828 70
798

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Air volume

at 0.1 "WG

Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
www.panasonic.com

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3

www.panasonic.ca

© Panasonic corporation 2012

Printed in China

(CFM)

60
50

30

Weight

Ib.(kg)

11.2(5.1)

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