Panasonic FV-08VSL3 User manual

FV-08VSL3 FV-10VSL3
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2-3
6-7
10
11
11
(Cleaning)
(Replacement of lamp)
4
4
4
5
5
8
(Joist Mounting)
(Wall Mounting)

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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.
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.
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.
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.
Explanation of symbol word panels
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, observe the following :
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.
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.
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING

Canada only: Not to be installed in a ceiling thermally insulated to a value greater than R40.
Install the fan at least 1.5m (5 feet) above the floor, and the fan must be installed above
a counter or major appliances that serves as a barrier.
Ceiling joist or wall stud must be subjected to static load more than five times the weight of
the product.
This product must be properly grounded.
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, 60 Hz.
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.
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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Do not install the unit where ducts are configured as shown
in Fig.A.
Do not install with a method which is not approved in the instructions.
Adaptor
USA only: This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains 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.
CAUTION
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 possible falling.
WARNING
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.

4
5
(ST4.2X30)
Long screw
Grille 1
2
1
2
1
4W
Night lamp
Installation
instructions
Warranty
sheet
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
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Customer Support: 1-866-292-7292
13W
Fluorescent
lamp
These Panasonic ventilating fan models are listed by UL under UL file No. E78414.

(N.LIGHT)
(LIGHT)
Fan body Junction box
Black
Black
Black
Capacitor
Earth ground
AC120V 60Hz
AC120V 60Hz
AC120V 60Hz
Power supply
Power supply
Power supply
White
White
Live
Live
Live
Neutral
Neutral
Night lamp
Motor
Fluorescent lamp (Self-ballasted)
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Thermally - protected
(114 Fuse in motor)C
White
Red
Black
Black
WhiteWhite
Green
3 3/8 (85)
2 7/8 (73)
3 3/4 (94)
10 1/4 (260)

2. Fix the flange of frame to joist by 2 long
screws(ST4.2x30), and fix the suspension
bracket to joist by 2 long screws(ST4.2x30).
(Fig.2)
4. Refer to wiring diagram.
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.3
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Live to black
(N. Light)
Live to black
(Light)
Neutral
to white
Mount junction box cover carefully so
that lead wires are not pinched.
Squeeze Neutral
to white
Joist
2 Long screws
(ST4.2x30)
2 Long screws
(ST4.2x30)
Fig.2
Fig.1
Adaptor
Damper
Tape Accessory screws
Tape
Suspension bracket
Suspension
bracket
Note:
For wiring details, please refer to the wiring
diagram on page 5.
1. Before installation, remove the tape from
damper and adaptor, and check that the
damper can open and close smoothly. Then
remove the accessory screws from
suspension bracket. (Fig.1)
5. Squeeze the circular duct to fit the adaptor,
th en slip onto the adaptor and secure it with
a clamp and seal it with approved duct tape
or mastic. (If using 3 inch round duct, please
pu rchase
from our
representative.)(Fig.3)
the 26 gauge stee l Panasonic 4"
Oval - 3" Round Reducer
3. Remove junction box cover and secure
conduit or stress relief to junction box
knock-out hole.(Fig.3)
Joist
Joist
Knock-out hole

6. Finish ceiling work. Ceiling hole should be
aligned with the inside edge of the flange.
(Fig.4)
9. Install the night lamp and fluorescent lamps.
(Fig.6)
7. Remove the tape from mounting springs,
lead wire, and night lamp before
installation as shown below.
Fig.9
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Before turn on the light, make sure the
conector insert at the correct position.
If not, the lighting can’t work.(Fig.8)
The claw of connector must latch the rib
completely.(Fig.8)
Mount grille carefully so that lead wire
of lighting unit is not pinched.
11. Insert the grille mounting spring which is
on the wiring side into the slot. Then Insert
the plug connector into the housing of the
Junction box. (The lead wire should be fixed
by the four claws in the grille). Insert the
other mounting spring into the slot as shown
and mount grille to fan body. (Fig.8, Fig.9)
Fig.4
CAUTION
Fig.5
Fig.6
Fig.7
10. Reinstall the light cover.(Fig.7)
CAUTION
Lead wire
Night lamp
Tape
After finishing the ceiling job, fill gap between
flange and ceiling with caulk or other sealant to
prevent air leakage.
Tape
8. Remove the screw as shown in step 1 of Fig.5.
Remove the light cover as shown in step 2 of
Fig.5.

3. Complete the and (refer to
step 3 to 5 of INSTALLATION on page 6).
wiring duct work
4. Finish the wall work. Wall hole should be
aligned with the inside edge of the flange.
(Fig.11)
5. Install the grille (refer to step 7 to 11 of
on page 7).INSTALLATION
Light cover
WALL
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Fig.12
The adaptor of product must be installed
upward.(Fig.10)
The light cover must be installed upward.
If not, it will be effect the life of
fluorescent lamp. (Fig.12)
CAUTION
CAUTION
2. Fix the flange of frame to stud by 2 long
screws(ST4.2x30), and fix the suspension
bracket to stud by 2 long screws(ST4.2x30).
(Fig.10)
1. Before installation, remove the tape from
damper and adaptor, and check that the
damper can open and close smoothly. Then
remove the accessory screws from suspension
bracket. (Fig.1of page 6)
4 Long screws
(ST4.0 x 30)
Wall
Wall
Stub
Stud
Fig.10
After finishing the wall job, fill gap between
flange and wall with caulk or other sealant to
prevent air leakage. Fig.11
10 1/2 (266)

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1. Clean grille.(Don’t put into water over
Use non-abrasive kitchen detergent, wipe dry with
clean cloth.)(Fig.13)
3.
Remove dust and dirt from fan body using a vacuum
cleaner. (Fig.14)
Remove grille by pulling down the mounting
spring in the right side of “Panasonic” logo.
2. The grille should be dry after cleaning.
4. Using a cloth dampened with kitchen detergent,
remove any dirt from fan body. Wipe dry with clean
cloth. (Fig.15)
5. Replace grille.
WARNING
CAUTION
Fig.13
Fig.14
Fig.15

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1. Remove grille by pulling down the mounting
spring in the right side of “Panasonic” logo.
(Fig.16)
3. Remove the screw as shown in step 1 of Fig.18.
Remove the light cover as shown in step 2 of
Fig.18.
6. Reinstall the light cover.(Fig.20)
WARNING
Disconnect power source before working on
unit.
This is a pin type lamp base and the lamp’s
glass is fragile. To remove, pull out carefully.
4W night lamp has threade d base. Remove by
turning counterclockwise.
Make sure the temperature of lens and
lighting unit has cooled down before
maintenance(cleaning) or replacement
of lamp.
Remove dust and dirt from light cover
and lens, before replace the lamps.
CAUTION
Fig.17
Fig.18
Fig.19
Fig.19.
5. Replace the
(Fig.19 )
Install the
4W night lamp (Max 4W incandescent
lamp).
fluorescent lamps (Maxlite MLS13GU35
13W) as shown in step 2 and step 3 of Fig. 6
(page 7).
Fig.20
Lens
Lighting unit
Mounting
spring
2.Remove plug connector then pull down
the other mounting spring.
(Squeeze mounting spring and pull down
carefully.) (Fig.17)
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Fig.16