Panasonic FV-NLF46RES User manual

ModelNo.FV-NLF46RES
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COMPATIBLE DIMMERS
(NOT SUPPLIED)
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
CONTENTS
UNPACKING
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
DIMENSIONS
WIRING DIAGRAM
INSTALLATION
(BETWEEN JOISTS MOUNTING)
MAINTENANCE (CLEANING)
MAINTENANCE
(REPLACEMENT OF LED LAMP)
PRACTICAL GUIDE TO
INSTALLATION
SPECIFICATIONS
PRODUCT SERVICE
Recessed Luminaire
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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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. 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 the installation, and this booklet
should be presented to users.
Please retain this booklet for future reference.

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
For your safety
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
Explanation of symbol word panels
Denotes a potential hazard that could result in death or serious injury.
Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury.
Denotes a hazard that could result in property damage.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must not be
performed.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, observe the following:
When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden
utilities.
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.
This symbol is used to alert users to make sure of grounding when using the equipment
with the grounding terminal.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must be followed
in order to operate the unit safety.
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of instructions to be observed.
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.
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.
Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have any questions,
contactthemanufacturer.
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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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.
Canada only: Not to be installed in a ceiling thermally insulated to a value greater than R40.
When this product is no longer being operated, please remove the product to prevent the
possibility of falling.
Do not disassemble the unit for reconstruction. It may cause fire or electric shock.
Ceiling joist must be subjected to static load more than five times the weight of the product.
Do not install with a method which is not approved in the instructions.
This symbol is used to alert users not to disassemble the equipments.

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION CONTINUED
This product must be properly grounded.
Make sure that the electric service supply voltage is AC 120 V, 60 HZ.
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.
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.
The productmustuseLEDlamp (model:11BR30G4DIM/927/GU24)
fromthecompanyGreenCreative.
Do not install the unit where ducts are configured as shown
in Fig A.
For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust hazardous or
explosive materials and vapors.
Always disconnect the power source before working on or near the
light fixture or junction box.
Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well as the National
Electrical Code (NEC) and the Occupation Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Do not install this recessed luminaire where interior room temperature
may exceed 104 °F (40 °C).
WARNING
CAUTION
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DESCRIPTION
The lighting product is a lighting device that uses one 11 W BR30 shape LED lamp (model:
11BR30G4DIM/927/GU24, from the company Green Creative) and produces almost the same
illumination as a standard 65 W incandescent lamp.
The trim ring is a spring-loaded, quick remove type. A damper for preventing air counterflow is
provided.
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.
This Panasonic recessedluminaire model is listed by UL under UL file No. E484859.
Extreme
bending
Prohibited
Prohibited
Prohibited
Prohibited
Floor
45°
Adaptor
(Cooking area)
Do not install above
or inside this area
Cooking
equipment
Bend
repeatedly
Duct
narrow
Bend near
adaptor
Fig B
Fig A
45°
Please wear gloves when installing or cleaning this recessed luminaire.

Unpack and carefully remove the unit from carton.
Refer to the Supplied Accessories list to verify that all parts are present.
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.
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102
Customer Support: 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. This product may
be used with optional dimmer switch in accordance with dimmer switch instruction instructions.
Risk of Fire: Type IC-Inherently Protected, Only Use LED Lamp , Max 11W, Type GU24.
DESCRIPTION CONTINUED
UNPACKING
4
11 W LED lamp
Adaptor panel
8
Trim ring (ST4.2X6)
(ST4.2X18)
(ST4.2X20)
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Part name
Installation
instructions
Warranty sheet
long screw
Part name
Appearance Appearance
Quantity Quantity
1
1
11
2
2
2
2
2
Trim ring
Luminaire body
Adaptor
LED lamp
Junction box
Suspension bracket
Damper
Bracket cover
DIMENSIONS
Part name
No. No. Part name
Unit: inches (mm)
1/2 (12)
6
8
6 1/2 (163) Dia.
7 1/2 (190)
7
3 3/8 (86)
8 1/4 (209)
123
4
5
7 1/2 (190)
3 7/8 (98) Dia.
5 7/8 (148) Dia.
11 2/5 (290)
(model:11BR30G
4DIM/927/GU24)
Suspension
bracket
Suspension
bracket
Screw
Screw
13 1/4 15 1/2 (336 394)
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16 1/2 18 3/4 (419 480)
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21 1/4 23 1/2 (540 597)
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WIRING DIAGRAM
LED lamp
White White
Black Black
Neutral
Junctionbox
Live
Earth ground
INSTALLATION (BETWEEN JOISTS MOUNTING)
Adaptor
Damper and
adaptor
Hole
Damper
IMPORTANT
Joist situation:
Spacing A is 12 inches
(305mm) to 24 inches
(609mm) on center joists Joists
Remove the tape from damper and adaptor before
installation. As shown below:
If recessed luminaire only is used for lighting,
please remove the damper and adaptor (first move
them down, then move them forward), then use
the adaptor panel to cover the hole of recessed
luminaire. (Fig. 1)
Tape
Fig. 1
Bracket cover
Adaptor
Suspension
bracket
Suspension
bracket
Fig. 2
(ST4.2X6)
Screw
Unit: inches (mm)
UP
Ceiling
Suspension
bracket
Joist
Joist Luminaire
body
Fig. 3
Suspension
bracket
>1/8 (3.2)
About 3/8 (9.5)
Long hole
Unit: inches (mm)
Please follow the installation steps as below (based
on the product with damper and adaptor):
1. Insert the suspension brackets into the luminaire
body from each side of the bracket cover. (Fig. 2)
If spacing A between center joists is 12 inches,
cut all suspension brackets along the two “C”
cuts with a hacksaw or other tools.
Before
After
2-“C” cuts
2. Fix suspension brackets and with screws
(ST4.2X6), but remember not to tighten the
screws up yet. (Except that the spacing is 12
inches between joists.) (Fig. 2)
3. Position the luminaire body between joists, and
hold it properly. Mark the long holes of all the
four suspension brackets on joists. (Fig. 3)
Adaptor panel
Gloves
1
2

Fig. 5
6
INSTALLATION (BETWEEN JOISTS MOUNTING) CONTINUED
4. Fix four long screws (ST4.2X20) partially into
joists at the four marked locations. (Fig. 4)
5. Hang the luminaire body down from the four long
screws, and adjust the suspension brackets if
necessary. Then, tighten the four long screws
up. And that, fix the other four long screws
(ST4.2X20) to other holes. Make sure the luminaire
body is level and square with the joists. (Fig. 5)
6. Tighten the two screws (ST4.2X6) up (Except
that the spacing is 12 inches between joists.).
Then secure suspension bracket and to the
luminaire body with screws(ST4.2X18).(Fig. 5)
2-screws (ST4.2X6)
2-screws
(ST4.2X18)
8-Long screws
(ST4.2X20)
Suitable screw
fixing positions
Fig. 8
Ceiling
Unit: inches (mm)
Suspension
bracket
Joist
>1/8 (3.2)
After finishing the ceiling job, fill gap between flange and
ceiling with caulk or other sealant to prevent air leakage.
Fig. 6
Neutral to white
Wire nut
Live to black
Earth ground to green
Conduit
Knock-out
hole
Junction
box cover
CAUTION
Mount junction box cover carefully so
that lead wires are not pinched.
If recessed luminaire is used for lighting,
please ignore step 9. (Fig 1 of page 5)
11. Finish ceiling work.
A circle ceiling hole ( 6 1/2 inches (165mm) dia.)
should be cut. And make sure there will be a
gap ( >1/8 inches (3.2mm )) between bottom of
luminaire body and ceiling. (Fig. 8)
10. Install a circular duct and secure it with clamps
or wire ties, and seal it with mastic or approved
foil tape. A 4 or 6-inch circular duct is needed to
connect to the relevant part of adaptor. (Fig. 7)
7. Remove the knock-out hole from the
junction box cover, and remove the junction
box cover. Then secure the conduit or stress
relief to the junction box knock-out hole.
(Fig. 6)
8. Refer to wiring diagram (Page ).5
Follow all the local electrical safety codes as
well as the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Using UL approved wire nuts, connect house
power wire to wires. (Fig. )recessed luminaire 6
Fig. 7
Circular duct
Mastic or approved foil tape
6 1/2 (165) Dia.
Ceiling
Ceiling hole
NOTICE
4-Long screws
(ST4.2X20)
joists Fig. 4
9. Mount back the junction box cover.

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INSTALLATION (BETWEEN JOISTS MOUNTING) CONTINUED
Fig. 10
2-Mounting springs
Trim ring
2-Slots
13. Insert the mounting springs into the slot as
shown in the figure and attach the trim ring
to the luminaire body. (Fig. 10)
12. Install the supplied LED lamp. (Fig. 9)
Use other lamp may result in poor
performance or risk of fire. Fig. 9
The supplied LED lamp is not intended for
other use.
CAUTION
1. Remove the trim ring by pulling down the mounting
springs. (Squeeze mounting spring and pull down
carefully.) (Fig. 11)
2. Clean the trim ring. (Don’t put into hot water.
Use non-abrasive kitchen detergent, wipe dry
with clean cloth.) (Fig. 12)
Fig. 12
Gloves Trim ring
Fig. 11
Trim ring
2-Mounting
springs
Gloves
Ceiling
Do not soak resin parts in water
over 140 °F (60 °C).
MAINTENANCE (CLEANING)
CAUTION
WARNING
Disconnect power source before working on
unit. Routine maintenance must be done
every year.
Never use gasoline, benzene, thinner or any
other such chemicals for cleaning the
recessed luminaire.
4. Remove dust and dirt from luminaire body using a
vacuum cleaner. (Fig. 13)
3. Dry the trim ring after cleaning.
6. Replace the trim ring. (Fig. 10)
5. Using a cloth dampened with kitchen detergent,
remove any dirt from luminaire body.
Wipe dry with clean cloth. (Fig. 14)
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
Gloves
LED lamp
Vacuum
cleaner
1
2

1. Remove the trim ring by pulling down mounting springs.
(Squeeze mounting spring and pull down carefully.)
(Fig. 10 of page 7)
3. Replace the 11 W BR30 shape LED lamp (model:
11BR30G4DIM/927/GU24, from the company
Green Creative). (Fig. 9 of page 7)
4. Replace the trim ring. (Fig. 10 of page 7)
2. Remove the LED lamp. (Fig. 15)
Disconnect power source before working on unit.
This is a GU24 type lamp base and the lamp is fragile and heavy. Please handle with care.
Make sure the temperature of lens and lighting unit has cooled down before maintenance
(cleaning) or replacement of lamp.
MAINTENANCE (REPLACEMENT OF LED LAMP)
WARNING
WARNING
PRACTICAL GUIDE TO INSTALLATION
4
6
120 60 11.0
11.0 5.3(2.4)
Lamp
SPECIFICATIONS
ModelNo.
Exhaust
Air
direction
Voltage
(V)
Weight
lb. (kg)
Power consumption
(W)
Duct diameter
(inches)
Frequency
(Hz)
FV-NLF46RES
The recessed luminaire is designed only for air exhaust(not air supply). If used otherwise,
it may cause electric shock.
2. The recessed luminaire without damper and adaptor can be used as a down light alone.
1. When recessed luminaire is used with damper and adaptor, it need to be operated together
with Panasonic product with ventilation function. Please contact the local dealer to get the
specific product models. Otherwise, the use effect of recessed luminaire may be not so good.
COMPATIBLE DIMMERS (NOT SUPPLIED)
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102
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 1-866-292-7299 (USA)
or 1-800-669-5165 (Canada).
Corporation2016
P0916-0 NLF46RES421
Fig. 15
LED lamp
If you want to connect a dimmer, please get thesuitabledimmer’sinformationfromthe
websitewhichiswrittenonthelamp’spackaging.