Panasonic FV-051OVSCL1 User manual

Panasonic
Installation and Operating Instructions
Ventilating
Fan
CONTENTS
Model No. FV-051OVSL1
FV-051OVSCL1
FV-081OVSSL1
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION----------------- 2-4
DESCRIPTION -----------------------------------------4
UNPACKING ------------------------------------------ 4
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES------------------------------ 5
DIMENSIONS-----------------------------------------·5
WIRING
DIAGRAM------------------------------------ 5
FEATURE- ---------------------------------------------6
PLEASE READ PRIOR BEFEOR INSTALLATION--------- 7
INSTALLATION I
(JOIST MOUNTING)-------------- 7-9
INSTALLATION II (WALL MOUNTING)----------------10
MAINTENANCE (CLEANING)---------------------10-11
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE-------------------------11
PRACTICAL GUIDE TO INSTALLATION --- BACK COVER
SPECIFICATIONS------------------------- BACK COVER
~---------- PRODUCT SERVICE ---------------------- BACK COVER
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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" (P.2-4) of
this manual before use. 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 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.
I
AWA
RN INGIDenotes a potential hazard that could result
in serious
. . injury or death.
IA CA UTIQN IDenotes a hazard that could result in minor injury.
I NOT/CE IDenotes a hazard that could result in property damage.
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The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of instructions to be
observed.
o This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must be
followed in order to operate the unit safely.
{S) 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.
e This symbol is used to alert users to make sure of grounding when using the
equipment with the grounding terminal.
IA WARNING I
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 metal objects, electrical
.. wiring and other hidden utilities.
Q Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
IA WARNING I
0 These models are UL listed for tub and shower enclosures.
... 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 falling.
... Ceiling joist or wall stud must be subjected to static load more than five times the
.. weight of the product.
... Install the fan at least 1.5 m (5 feet) above the floor, and the fan must be installed
.. above a counter or major appliances that serves as a barrier.
... 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.
e The product must be properly grounded.
~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
\.::I may cause harmonic distortion which can cause motor humming noise.
/::\ Canada only: Not to be installed in a ceiling thermally insulated to a value greater
\.::I than R40.
@ Do not disassemble the unit for reconstruction. It may cause fire or electric shock.
IACAUTION I
... Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well as the National Electrical
.. Code (NEC) and the Occupation Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
0 Make sure that the electric service supply voltage is AC 120 V, 60 Hz .
... Always disconnect the power source before working on or near the fan, motor,
.. light fixture or junction box.
0 Protect the supply wiring from sharp edges, oil, grease,
hot surfaces, chemicals
or other objects.
... The special-purpose or dedicated parts, such as mounting
.. fixtures, must be used if such parts are provided.
0 Please wear gloves to protect hands during installation.
/::\ Do not install this ventilating fan where interior room
\.::I temperature may exceed 104 °F (40 °C).
/::\ For general ventilating use only. Do not use to
\.::I exhaust hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
~ Do not kink the supply wiring.
~ Not for use in cooking area. (Fig.A)
(Cooking area)
Do notinstall above or
'+--- inside this area ____./
',, /I J \ "'- //
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Cooking
equipment
Fig. A
Floor
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PLEASE READ PRIOR BEFORE INSTALLATION
[For model : FV-081OVSSL1]
Spot and continuous ventilation:
This product is designed to run continuously ensuring a healthy environment at low airflow levels 24
hours a day.
By utilizing the CustomVent Multi-speed module the product is 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 house
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 6.
CustomVent Multi-speed module (Lower setting). ASH RAE 62.2-2010
(sq.feet) Two Bedrooms Three Bedrooms Four Bedrooms
Five Bedrooms
<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 75
3,500 58 65 73 80
4,000 63 70 78 85
4,500 68 75 83 90
5,000 73 80 88 95
5,500 78 85 93 100
6,000 83 90 98 105
6,500 88 95 103 110
7,000 93 100 108 -
This product is also built to take care of the homeowner's spot ventilation needs when the room is
occupied and kicks up to a maximum level of 100 CFM when control switch is turned on.
INSTALLATION I {JOIST MOUNTING)
1.Before installation, please remove the tape
which protects damper during shipping and
accessory screws from adaptor and the tape
which fixes condensation sensor
(FV-051OVSCL1 only), then check that the
damper
can open and close smoothly. (Fig.1)
Note:
Please remove the tape on damper according
to the direction of arrow in Fig.1, otherwise
the damper may be pulled out.
2.0pen one knock-out hole on junction box.
(Fig.2)
Note:
There are two knock-out holes, please open
one which
is convient for wiring.
Tape
Accessory
screws
Condensation sensor
(FV-051OVSCL1 only)
Fig.1
Fig.2
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