Xpelair LVDX200, LVCF20T, LVDX200T Installation And Maintenance Instructions Manual

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Safety Extra Low Voltage
Centrifugal Ducted Fans

• LVDX200 Standard

• LVDX200T Timer

Condensation Control Fans

• LVCF20 Pull Cord

• LVCF20T Pull Cord/Timer

Installation and Maintenance Instructions

Retain for future reference

For speed and ease of installation, your
installation may require some of the Ancillaries
indicated in “Ancillary Options”.

.

1. Mark on the wall the centre of the duct hole A.

2. Use this centre to cut an opening through the

wall 117mm dia. with a slight fall to the
exterior.

3. Fit the wall tube (not supplied), and motar into

place.

1. Mark on the wall the centre of the duct hole A,

and drill a pilot hole through both walls.

2. Use the centre to mark a rectangular hole for

the inner wall using the dimensions A.

3. Cut the rectangular hole through the inner

wall.

4. Go outside and cut a 117mm diameter hole in

the outer wall using the small hole as the
centre.

5. Measure the wall thickness.

6. Cut the wall tube (not supplied), so that it is

64mm less than the wall thickness.

This method requires a space above the ceiling, such
as a loft or attic, to provide access for 100mm
internal diameter ducting.

1. Mark on the ceiling the centre of the duct hole

A, avoiding ceiling joists and buried cables

etc.

2. Cut a 117mm diameter hole using the marked

centre.

For 100mm diameter ducting:
This method requires a space above the ceiling, such
as a loft or attic, to provide access for 100mm
internal diameter ducting.

1. Mark a rectangular hole using the dimensions

B.

2. Cut the hole, avoiding ceiling joists and buried

cables etc.

For flat ducting:

• This fan can be installed within a 50mm void
without the circular spigot ? (Fig. E). Flat ducting
adapter kit (FDA) available.

1. Remove the front cover • (Fig. C)

2. Fit the foam tape supplied around the

circular spigot ? (Fig. E).

3. Remove the electrical cover • (Fig. E). The

impeller can be removed to ease access (if
required). This is a push on/pull off assembly.

LVCF20 / LVCF20T Only (Fig. D)

4. The correct condensation control speed should

be selected to suit the room size in which the
fan is to be installed. Slide the switch X to the
required position. Please note that the fan is
factory set to “Position 2”.

5. Switch Position Size / Room Volume (m³)

1 Large (34 and above)
2 Medium (28 – 34)
3 Small (less than 28)

LVCF20 / LVCF20T Only (Fig. D)

6. The fan can be set so that it provides constant

trickle extraction. Slide the switch Y to the
required position. Please note that the fan is
factory set to “Position 0”.

7. Switch Position Setting

0 Trickle extraction OFF
1 Trickle extraction ON

LVDX200T / LVCF20T Only (Fig. D)

8. The fan can be set so that there is a 2-minute

delayed start to its operation when used with
an external on/off switch. Slide the switch Z to
the required position. Please note that the fan
is factory set to “Position 0”

9. Switch Position Setting

0 Time delay start OFF
1 Time delay start ON

The fan must not be mounted where ambient
temperatures are likely to exceed 40°C.

1. Place the ducting into the hole and align to the

required position. If wall mounting, ensure that
the ducting slopes down and away from the
fan.

2. Mark the positions of the three fixing holes A
in fan box ? (Fig. E).

3. If wall mounting, drill three holes 5.5mm
diameter for wall plugs (supplied). If ceiling
mounting B, use appropriate fasteners (not
supplied).

4. Cut out the cable inlet hole, if required, in the
surround ? and slit the cable grommet. Slide
the surround ? over the fan box ?.

5. Pass the electrical cables into the fan box ?
through the rear cable inlet hole and surround,
and re-fit the cable grommet. Ensure that the
cable grommet is in place and a tight fit.

6. Offer the fan box ? up to the wall or ceiling.
Ensure the circular spigot ? enters the
ducting.

7. Fix the fan box ? to the wall using screws ?
or to the ceiling using appropriate fasteners
(not supplied).

The surround ? is not required. Fit the ducting to
the circular spigot ?.

If the hole size is as recommended:

1. Assemble the three fan body clamps ? to the
fan box ? using screws ?.

2. Slit the cable grommet. Pass the electrical
cables into the fan box ? through the cable
inlet hole and cable grommet.

Ensure cable grommet is in place and a tight fit.

3. Offer the fan box ? up to the wall.

4. Tighten up the three screws ? until the fan is
clamped to the inner wall. The fan body
clamps ? will rotate to an automatic stop
position. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

If the hole size is larger than recommended i.e.
larger than the flange on the fan box ? (Mostly
related to “retro-fit” installations):

1. The fan body clamps ARE NOT suitable.
Construct a wooden frame of INTERNAL
dimensions 203 x 233mm. Depth should be at
least 50mm. Fit the wooden frame into the
internal wall and make good the hole.

2. Offer the fan box ? up to the wall.

3. Screw the fan box ? to the wooden frame
using the slots in the flange (screws not
supplied).

1. The surround ? is not required.

2. Insert the fan box ? into the hole and mark
four positions using the slots in the flange B.

3. Remove the fan box ? from ceiling and fit the
four ceiling clips (supplied) over the edge of
the hole, so that the clips align with the marks
on the ceiling B.

4. Drill 4 pilot holes into the ceiling through the
hole of each clip, ensuring not to damage the
clip, and fit the clips ensuring correct
alignment.

5. Fit the ducting to the circular spigot ?.

6. Offer the fan box ? up to the ceiling.

7. Slit the cable grommet. Pass the electrical
cable into the fan box ? through the front
cable inlet hole.

Ensure cable grommet is in place and a tight fit.

8. Using the screws 11 (Fig B), fix the fan box
flange to the ceiling clips.

Fit an outer grille (CF20 variants only) to the outer
wall. For ceiling mounting, use appropriate
ancillaries (not supplied).

The transformer A can be fixed directly to the wall.
The transformer can be sited in a loft or in a
convenient position on a wall (not ceiling). The

transformer must not be covered by loft
insulation. For wall mounting the Fan must be
orientated as shown in H to fulfil ingress
protection requirements.

IMPORTANT

1. READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS FULLY BEFORE COMMENCING INSTALLATION.

2. INSTALLATIONS AND WIRING MUST CONFORM TO CURRENT IEE REGULATIONS (UK), LOCAL OR APPROPRIATE

REGULATIONS (OTHER COUNTRIES). IT IS THE INSTALLER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT THE APPROPRIATE
BUILDING CODES OF PRACTICE ARE ADHERED TO.

3. A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN MUST SUPERVISE ALL INSTALLATIONS.

4. THESE APPLIANCES ARE INTENDED FOR CONNECTION TO FIXED WIRING.

5. CHECK THAT THE ELECTRICAL RATING SHOWN ON THE TRANSFORMER MATCHES THE MAINS SUPPLY.

6. SITE BOTH FAN AND TRANSFORMER AWAY FROM DIRECT SOURCES OF HEAT (I.E. GAS COOKERS OR EYE LEVEL

GRILLES. THE FAN MUST NOT BE MOUNTED WHERE AMBIENT TEMPERATURES ARE LIKELY TO EXCEED 40ºC. THE
TRANSFORMER MUST NOT BE MOUNTED WHERE AMBIENT TEMPERATURES ARE LIKELY TO EXCEED 40ºC.

7. WHEN THE FAN IS INSTALLED IN A ROOM CONTAINING A FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE, THE INSTALLER MUST ENSURE

THAT AIR REPLACEMENT IS ADEQUATE FOR BOTH THE FAN AND THE FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE.

8. ENSURE THAT ALL RELEVANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CORRECT EYE PROTECTION AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING ETC)

ARE TAKEN WHEN INSTALLING, OPERATING AND MAINTAINING THIS FAN.

9. GENERAL GUIDANCE FOR SITING THE FAN SEE “FIG.G”. ALWAYS SITE FAN AS HIGH AS POSSIBLE.

10. IF ANY SECTION OF THE DUCTWORK IS POSITIONED HIGHER THAN THE FAN A CONDENSATION TRAP (XCT100) MUST BE

FITTED AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO THE FAN.

11. THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY YOUNG CHILDREN OR INFIRM PERSONS WITHOUT SUPERVISION. YOUNG

CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED TO ENSURE THEY DO NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE.

If installing the fan on a wall (surface
mounting)

If installing the fan in a wall (flush mounting)

If installing the fan on a ceiling (surface
mounting)

If installing the fan in a ceiling (flush
mounting)

Preparing the fan for installation

Setting the condensation speed

Setting the trickle speed

Setting the time delay start

Mounting the Fan

Mounting the fan on a wall or ceiling (surface
mounting)

If mounting the fan in a wall (flush mounting)

If mounting the fan in a ceiling (flush
mounting)

Terminating the ducting

Mounting the transformer

2

7

F

E

G

6

The transformer must also not be mounted
within 0.6m of a bath or shower cubicle, up to a
height of 2.25m.
The transformer must not be mounted where
ambient temperatures are likely to exceed 40°C.

1. Remove the two screws securing the cover,

remove cover.

2. Position the transformer on the wall, and mark

the two fixing holes.

3. Drill and plug the two holes and fix the

transformer with the screws supplied.

For loft mounting:
The transformer can be fixed to a wooden surface
with the two screws supplied.

For fixed surface wiring:

Use the rectangular knockouts on each side (X).
These accept 25 x 16mm trunking (not supplied)

For concealed wiring:

Use the round knockouts (Y).

For connection to a window mounted fan:

Use knockout (Z). Use flexible cable.
When using the side entries with flexible cable, a
hole suitable for the cable size must be made
centrally in the rectangular section.

1. Isolate the electricity supply and remove all

fuses.
The terminal block will accept cable up to

1.5mm².

2. A means for disconnection in all poles must be

incorporated in the fixed wiring in accordance
with the wiring rules.

3. Use suitably rated 3-core or 4-core cable

dependent on application.

4. Remove the retaining screws of the terminal
cover •, if still in position.

5. Wire the fan as shown in F using the cable
clamp provided. Check fan model to diagram.
LVDX200T: “LH” = Live (High Speed) /
“LL” = Live (Low Speed)

6. Replace the terminal cover • and fasten the
retaining screws.

7. See section on “User adjustments” if you wish
to use settings other than those that have been
factory set.

8. Refit the front cover • (Fig. C).

9. Connect the cable from the isolating switch to
electrical supply wiring, and re-check
installation.

10. Refit fuses before turning on electricity supply.

11. For fixed wiring circuits, the protective fuse
for the appliance must not exceed 5A.

For Australia Only
LVCF20 – Connection to the supply – flexible 3-

core cable with 3 pin plug top for insertion into an
approved 10A wall mounted surface switch with at
least 3mm clearance between contacts.
ALL OTHERS – Permanently connected to the
supply and a remote switch controls operation. They
should be directly wired to the supply through an
approved 10A wall mounted surface switch with at
least 3mm clearance between contacts.

Always wire via the cable clamp.

1. Remove the cable clamps.

2. Wire the transformer as shown in F. Check the
fan model to diagram.

3. Ensure all connections are tight.

4. Replace the clamps and two screws. Ensure the
cable is firmly retained by the clamp.

5. Replace the transformer cover with the two
screws.

6. Switch off the mains electrical supply and
remove fuses.

7. Connect the cable from the isolating switch to
the electrical supply wiring.

8. For fixed wiring circuits the protective fuse for
the appliance must not exceed 5A.

Before making any adjustments, isolate the fan
completely from the mains supply, check
specification below to see which features apply to
your fan.

1. Remove the front cover and replace after

adjustment (Fig. C).

There are no user adjustments for the LVDX200 fan.

1. The timer over-run period can be adjusted

between approximately 30 seconds and 20
minutes. Use an electrician’s screwdriver and
turn screw “T” (Fig. D), clockwise to increase
time, anti-clockwise to decrease. (Factory
preset to approximately 10 minutes).

1. The humidity setting is adjustable between

approximately 50% and 90% relative
humidity. Use an electrician’s screwdriver, and
turn screw “RH” (Fig. D), clockwise to
increase the relative humidity setting and anti­clockwise to decrease. (Note: the fan is more
sensitive at 50% RH than at 90%).

1. The timer over-run period can be adjusted

between approximately 30 seconds and 20
minutes. Use an electrician’s screwdriver and
turn screw “T” (Fig. D), clockwise to increase
time, anti-clockwise to decrease. (Factory
preset to approximately 10 minutes).

2. The humidity setting is adjustable between

approximately 50% and 90% relative
humidity. Use an electrician’s screwdriver, and
turn screw “RH” (Fig. D), clockwise to
increase the relative humidity setting and anti­clockwise to decrease. (Note: the fan is more
sensitive at 50% RH than at 90%).

Operate the fan using the external On/Off switch.
Repeat to switch off. The fan speed is pre-set by the
Installer to either high or low speed.
Both speeds can be selected when wired through a
change over switch Part No. 90108AW.

Operate the fan using the external on/off switch.
Repeat to switch off.
When the switch is turned off, the fan continues to
operate for the selected over-run timer period. Top
light “I” is lit when the external on/off switch is
turned on.
The fan speed is pre-set by the installer to either
high or low speed. (If a change over switch has been
installed then the user can switch between high
speed and low speed.)

Time delay start feature on or off

This is set by the installer to provide a 2-minute time
delay start when the fan is switched on using the
external on/off switch.

Switched Operation

The fan can be wired with a separate on/off switch.
Fan operates at condensation speed when switched
on. Top light “I” is lit when the separate on/off
switch is switched on. When switched off, the fan
will continue to operate if the humidity level has not
reached that set by adjusting screw “RH”.
LVCF20T only: When switched off, the fan
continues to operate for the adjustable timer over­run period.

Condensation Operation

The fan operates at condensation control speed,
when the relative humidity exceeds the set level, and
turns off when the humidity drops.

Boost Operation

The integral pull cord switch switches the fan to run
at high speed. Bottom light “II” is lit when the fan is

operating at high speed. Note: If the separate on/off
switch and integral pull cord are both on, the lights
“I” and “II” will both be lit and the fan will run at
high speed.

Trickle feature on or off

This is set by the installer to provide continuous
background extraction, when the humidity level is
below that set by adjusting screw “RH”.

Time delay stat feature on or off

This is set by the installer to provide a 2-minute time
delay start when the fan is switched on using a
separate on/off switch.

1. Before cleaning, isolate the fan completely

from the mains supply.

2. Only clean the external surface of the fan,

using a damp lint free cloth.

3. Do not use strong detergents, solvents or

chemical cleaners.

4. Allow the fan to dry thoroughly before use.

5. Apart from cleaning, no other maintenance is

required.

See Diagram E

1. Baffle Plate

2. Front Cover

3. Impeller

4. Fixing Screws

5. Terminal Cover

6. Fan Box

7. Circular Spigot

8. Clamp screws and wall plugs – 3 off

9. Fan body clamps – 3 off

10. Surround

11. Ceiling screws 25mm long - 4 off (Diagram B)

12. Foam Tape

PLEASE LEAVE THIS LEAFLET WITH THE
FAN FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE USER

For speed and ease of installation, your installation
may require some of the Ancillaries listed below:

WD100 Wall Duct
CFWG100 Wall Grille
XCT100 Condensation Trap
DGW/B Air Replacement Grille
SP100 Spigot Plate
XAA Air Brick Adaptor
VC10 Vent Cowl
WT10 Termination Ducting Kit
XF/FM Flat Ducting (Plastic/Metal)

(Plastic 234x29

Metal 230x25)

VK10 Wall Vent Kit
FD100 Flexible Ducting
WDC5 Worm Drive Clips
XCMK Ceiling Mounting Kit
XBP In-Line Back Draught Shutter
EFT Easy Fit Termination Kit
GMK Glass Mounting Adaptor
PDXGF Grease Filter
FDA Flat Duct Adaptor Kit

Spares

Listed below are some of the spares available. See
back page of this booklet for ordering details:

41756SK Motor (LVDX200T)
41757SK Motor (LVCF20/LVCF20T)
41758SK PCB Assy. (LVDX200T)
41759SK PCB Assy. (LVCF20)
41760SK PCB Assy. (LVCF20T)
41769SK Front Cover c/w Baffle

(LVDX200T)

41770SK Front Cover c/w Baffle

(LVCF20 / LVCF20T)

41740SK Surround Moulding
(Entire Range)
41741SK Pull-Cord Assembly
(Entire Range)
41742SK Impeller (Entire Range)

Fixing the transformer directly

Wire the Fan

Wire the Transformer

User adjustments

LVDX200

LVDX200T

LVCF20

LVCF20T

Using the Fan

LVDX200

LVDX200T

LVCF20 / LVCF20T

LVCF20T only

Cleaning

Key

Ancillary Options

3

A

B

4

C

D H

5