Panasonic FV-0511VFL1 User manual

PRACTICAL GUIDE TO INSTALLATION
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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FV-0511VFL1
FV-0511VFL1K
Ventilating Fan
Model No.
Contents
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
UNPACKING
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
DIMENSIONS
WIRING DIAGRAM
FEATURES
INSTALLATION (RETROFIT)
INSTALLATION (NEW CONSTRUCTION)
MAINTENANCE (CLEANING)
SPECIFICATIONS
PRODUCT SERVICE
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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.
Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious
injury or death.
Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury.
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
performed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must be followed
in order to operate the unit safely.
WARNING
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
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.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Denotes a hazard that could result in property damage.
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 of Heating, Refrigerating 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.
Ducted exhaust 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 connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) - protected branch
circuit.
These models are UL listed for tub and shower enclosures.
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Provide make up air for proper ventilation.
Do not install the unit where ducts are configured as shown in below.
Bend close to duct adaptor
Squeezed ductSuccessive bendingExcessive bending
Adaptor
Do not connect multiple units in parallel. If two or more units are connected to one switch in
parallel, the units may not function.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION CONTINUED
CAUTION
Make sure that the electric service supply voltage is AC 120 V, 60 Hz.
This product is not to be installed in a ceiling thermally insulated to a value greater than R60.
Do not disassemble the unit for reconstruction. It may cause fire or electric shock.
The ceiling joist must be able to withstand a static load of at least five times the weight of the
product.
If this product is no longer to be used, it must be removed from the ceiling to prevent it from
falling.
Do not install with a method which is not approved in the instructions.
Do not install this ventilating fan in a location where the interior room temperature may
exceed 104 °F (40 °C).
This product must be properly grounded.
Do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device. Solid state controls may cause
harmonic distortion which can cause a humming noise in the motor.
Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well as the National Electrical Code (NEC) and
the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (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.
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.
For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous
or explosive materials and vapors.
Floor
45°
45°
Cooking
equipment
Fig. A
(Cooking area)
Do not install above or
inside this area
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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
UNPACKING
Unpack and carefully remove the unit from carton.
Refer to the Supplied Accessories list to verify that all parts are present.
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:
Warning: This equipment must be installed by qualified person in accordance with the provided installation
instructions and all applicable codes and standards. Also, any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
DoC Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102
Customer Call Center: 1-866-292-7299
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.
Type IC-Inherently Protected.
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.
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 and
energy savings. The grille covering the fan body is a spring-attached, quick removal type. A damper
for preventing air counter flow is provided. The blower uses a high-capacity sirocco fan developed to
reduce the noise level. The lighting unit is an energy-saving LED lighting device that uses one 10 W
LED lamp and produces almost the same illumination as a standard 40 W incandescent lamp. Night
light feature consumes around 0.1 to 0.4 W.
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Grille
Self-drilling
screw
Installation
instructions
Warranty
sheet
Machine
screw
(M4X8)
Quick
Start
Guide
3 inch duct
reducer
(optional part)

DIMENSIONS
Unit: inches (mm)FV-0511VFL1 and FV-0511VFL1K
10 3/8 (263) 5 1/4 (133)
Part name
Grille
Blade
Junction box
Adaptor
PCB box
Pick-A-Flow switch
Part name
No. No. Fan body
Damper
Flex-Z Fast bracket
Adjustable color temperature
switch (FV-0511VFL1K only)
5
6Lighting unit
7
8
9
10
1
4
2
3TM
Duct reducer
(optional part)
12
11
FV-0511VFL1 and FV-0511VFL1K
WIRING DIAGRAM
FEATURES
Main control circuit
Fan body
LED
DC
Motor
Junction box
AC 120 V 60 Hz
(Power supply)
AC 120 V 60 Hz
(Power supply)
White
Black
Live (Fan)
Neutral
White
Black
Blue
Green
(Ground wire)
Main
control
circuit
5 5/8 (143)
10 3/4 (271)
2 3/4 (69.7)
2 7/8 (71.4)
1 3/8 (32.6) 1 1/2 (37)
13 (330)
9
10
13 (330)
8
3 7/8 (96.7)
5 5/8 (140)
12 1/8 (307)
1
5
6
3
72
Duct length, elbows and other factors increase static pressure which can hinder the performance of
most ventilation fans. These products utilize SmartFlow 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.
These products are built using DC motor technology. The DC motor is 30 % ~ 70 % more energy
efficient than the minimum ENERGY STAR requirements.
Power switch
Power switch
Power switch
Live (N. Light)*
Neutral
Live (Light)
*Night Light
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Air volume option (CFM)
50 80 110 80 CFM
Factory setting
Pick-A-Flow Feature:
Adjustable color temperature Feature:
[For model : FV-0511VFL1 and FV-0511VFL1K]
[For model : FV-0511VFL1K only]
This product comes with Pick-A-Flow speed options.
The Pick-A-Flow switch on the face of the product allows the option to
choose 50, 80 or 110 CFM. This product can run continously or intermittently,
depending upon the needs of the owner.
This product comes with an adjustable color temperature switch.
The adjustable color temperature switch on the LED unit allows
the option to choose 3000, 4000, or 5000 K, to match the room
lighting or the owner preference.
The 3000 K LED setting produces a warm white light.
The 4000 K LED setting produces a cool white light.
The 5000 K LED setting produces a daylight color white light.
Pick-A-Flow
switch
Adjustable color
temperature switch
CFM
50 80 110
Lighting option (K)
3000 4000 5000 4000 K
Factory setting
FEATURES CONTINUED
Remove the tape
placed on the damper
and adaptor before
installation.
Flex-Z Fast™ bracket
2
The Flex-Z Fast™ bracket position can be adjusted from 16" to 24" between joists.
Install Flex-Z Fast™ bracket
WARNING
Disconnect power supply before installing
the unit.
Tape
Adaptor
Damper
Joist
Bend down
4 tabs
3
4
2 Tapping screws
(ST4.2X20)
Flex-Z Fast™ bracket
Align
Unit: inches (mm)
Please wear gloves to protect hands
during the installation.
INSTALLATION (RETROFIT)
10 7/8
(275)
1
Draw the contour with a marker through marked line
Template
PAD
Template
Drywall
Marker
10 7/8 (275)
Remove the existing fan and use housing masking
template to mark the ceiling opening and cut the
ceiling along the marked line.
2
1
Install Flex-Z Fast™ bracket to joist using 2-preinstalled
tapping screws.
3
4
Bend down 4 tabs and align bracket to the joist.
Insert the Flex-Z Fast™ bracket into the opening
and extend.
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Black
White
Green
Blue
Wire connectors
Switch
Flex-Z Fast™ bracket
Circular exhaust duct
Conduit
Install the circular exhaust duct and secure it with
clamps or ties and seal it with mastic or approved
foil tape. A 3 or 4 inch circular duct is needed to
connect to the relevant part of the adaptor.
Remove screw from junction box cover and secure
conduit or stress relief to junction box knock-out hole.
2
1
Connect wires
Install circular exhaust duct
Refer to WIRING DIAGRAM. (Page 5)
Follow all the local electrical safety codes as well as the National Electrical Code (NEC). Use UL approved wire
connectors to connect fan wires. After connecting wires, replace junction box cover.
1
Junction box cover
1
2
Joist
Adaptor
INSTALLATION (RETROFIT) CONTINUED
1
Install the adaptor to the Flex-Z Fast™ bracket by using 2 self-drilling screws.
1
Install adaptor
2 Self-drilling screws
Circular exhaust duct
Conduit
1Self-drilling screw
Drywall
Joist
6
Extend bracket to the other joist.
Install bracket to just using 2-preinstalled
tapping screws
5
6
2 Tapping
screws
(ST4.2X20)
Extend
5
7
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Live (Light)
Neutral
Conduit
Live (Fan)
Neutral
Live
(Night Light)
Earth ground L
NAC 120 V 60 Hz
(Power supply)
Earth ground
Switch box

2
Grille
Drywall
Gloves
Mounting spring
Secure the fan body to Flex-Z Fast™ bracket
using 2 self-drilling screws.
Plug connector into receptacle and secure fan
body to adaptor by using machine screw (M4X8).
1
2
Set the adjustable color temperature switch
on the lighting option required by the owner.
(FV-0511VFL1K only). (Refer to explanation
under FEATURES). (Page 6)
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INSTALLATION (RETROFIT) CONTINUED
Insert fan body and slide into adaptor assembly
using the guide parts until you hear a click from
the hook.
1
Insert fan body
CAUTION
Please take care when installing the
machine screw (Step 6) to avoid cross
threading and to ensure that the screw
does not strip or come in contact with
the Flex-Z Fast™ bracket.
2
Secure fan body
Once fan body is mounted and secure, fill gap
between flange and ceiling with caulk or other
sealant to prevent air leakage.
Insert the mounting springs into the slot as shown
to mount grille to fan body.
1
Adjust Pick-A-Flow switch. (Refer to explanation
under FEATURES). (Page 6)
2
2
Connect the LED lamp wire to fan body.
1
1
Install grille
Sealing
Guide parts
Guide parts
Set lighting
A
Flange
2 Self-drilling screws (fasten the
flange and Flex-Z Fast™ bracket
through the drywall)
Drywall
Joist
Plug connector
Receptacle
Machine screw (M4X8)
1
1
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1
Mounting spring
Adjustable color
temperature switch
Drywall
LED lamp
wire
Receptacle
1

Install bracket to joist using 2-preinstalled
tapping screws.
The Flex-Z Fast™ bracket position can be adjusted from 16" to 24" between joists.
Install bracket to joist using 2-preinstalled tapping
screws.
Install Flex-Z Fast™ bracket
Extend
Joist
3
4
1
2
3
4
Remove screw from junction box cover and secure
conduit or stress relief to junction box knock-out hole.
Install the circular exhaust duct and secure it with
clamps or ties and seal it with mastic or approved
foil tape. A 3 or 4 inch circular duct is needed to
connect to the relevant part of the adaptor.
Install the adaptor to Flex-Z Fast™ bracket by using
2 self-drilling screws.
Refer to WIRING DIAGRAM. (Page 5).
Follow all the local electrical safety codes as
well as the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Use UL approved wire connectors to connect
fan wires. After connecting wires, replace
junction box cover.
Install circular exhaust duct
2 Self-drilling screws
2
3
1
1
2
3
Connecting wires
A
2 Tapping screws
(ST4.2X20)
Bend down 4 tabs and align bracket to the joist. Extend bracket to the other joist.
Circular exhaust duct
Conduit
Junction box cover
1
INSTALLATION (NEW CONSTRUCTION)
Please remove the tape
placed on the damper
and adaptor before
installation. Tape
Adaptor
Damper
1
Disconnect power supply before
installing the unit.
Please wear gloves to protect hands
during the installation.
Ensure the junction box cover encloses
all the wires and is completely flush
before locking in place with the
attached screw.
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A
Joist
Bend down
4 tabs
1
2
2 Tapping screws
(ST4.2X20)
Flex-Z Fast™ bracket
Align
Black
White Green Wire connectors
Switch
Blue
WARNING
Live (Light)
Neutral
Conduit
Live (Fan)
Neutral
Live
(Night Light)
Earth ground L
NAC 120 V 60 Hz
(Power supply)
Earth ground
Switch box

Insert fan body and slide into adaptor assembly using the guide parts until you hear a click from
the hook.
1
Insert fan body
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Assembled
view detail
Hook Guide parts Guide parts
1
Secure fan body
Set lightingSealing
A
Flange
Joist
1
2
Plug connector
Receptacle
Machine screw (M4X8)
INSTALLATION (NEW CONSTRUCTION) CONTINUED
Set the adjustable color temperature switch
on the lighting option required by the owner.
(FV-0511VFL1K only). (Refer to explanation
under FEATURES). (Page 6)
1
1
Mounting spring
Adjustable color
temperature switch
Drywall
Once fan body is mounted and secure, fill gap
between flange and ceiling with caulk or other
sealant to prevent air leakage.
1
Adjust Pick-A-Flow switch. (Refer to explanation
under FEATURES). (Page 6)
2
When the flange overlaps the Flex-Z Fast™ bracket, secure it using 2 self-drilling screws.
Plug connector into receptacle and secure fan body to adaptor using the machine screw (M4X8).
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2 self-drilling screws

Using a cloth dampened with kitchen detergent, remove any dirt from fan body. Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Reinstall grille after finishing.
Routine maintenance must be done every
year. Please wear gloves during the
cleaning work.
Disconnect power supply before working on unit.
Do not immerse motor in water when
cleaning. Do not soak resin parts in
water over 140 °F (60 °C).
Never use gasoline, benzene, thinner or
any other such chemicals for cleaning the
ventilating fan.
Remove grille by pulling down one mounting spring.
Remove dust and dirt from fan body using a vacuum cleaner.
NOTE : The grille should be dry after cleaning.
1
2
3
2
Remove grille
1
Gloves Slot
Grille
Mounting spring
Clean grille. (Don’t put into hot water. Use non-abrasive kitchen detergent, wipe dry with clean cloth.)
1
13
2
Maintenance of unit
Disconnect the wire from the receptacle, then pull down the other mounting spring.
Gloves
Drywall
Vacuum
cleaner Gloves
Drywall
MAINTENANCE (CLEANING)
2
1
2
Grille
LED lamp wire
Receptacle
Drywall
Glove
Mounting spring
Insert the mounting springs into the slot as
shown to mount grille to fan body.
Connect the LED lamp wire to fan body.
Install grille
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INSTALLATION (NEW CONSTRUCTION) CONTINUED
Mounting spring
Drywall
LED lamp wire
Receptacle
2

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SPECIFICATIONS
PRODUCT SERVICE
PRACTICAL GUIDE TO INSTALLATION
FV-0511VFL1
FV-0511VFL1K 0.9
4.3
6.5
11.5
768
867
1016 9.9(4.5)
lnsulation
4-inch or 3-inch 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.
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).
Properly insulate the area around the fan to
ln attic installation,
caulk box to drywall.
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).
minimize building heat loss and gain.
Loose fill or batt insulation can be placed directly
over the fan housing in the attic. Panasonic fans
do not create excessive heat, which is a common
problem with recessed light fixtures and some
competitors’ fan/light combinations. 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.