Panasonic Whisper-Lite FV-08VQL4 User manual

Service Manual
PEG0506014CE
Version:1402
SPECIFICATIONS
Super Quiet Ventilating Fan/Light Combination
FV-08/11/15VQL4
Version A Version B
(North America Market)
Whisper-LiteTM
FV-08VQL4 4 0.3 25 36 4 765 80 15.7 (7.1)
FV-11VQL4 4 1.0 35 36 4 890 110 15.7 (7.1)
FV-15VQL4 6 1.2 36 36 4 790 150 16.5 (7.5)
Model Air
direction V Hz
Duct
diameter Noise Power consumption(W) Speed Air deliver at 0.1"WG Weight
Fan
body
Lighting unit
(rpm) (cfm) Ib. (kg) (inches) (sones) Fluorescent
lamp
Night
lamp
Exhaust 120 60
Sepcifications are based on HVI standard.
CONTENTS
1. Parts Identification
2. Wiring Diagram
PAGE
11
1~10
WARNING
This service information is designed for experienced repair technicians only and is not designed for use by
the general public. It does not contain warnings or cautions to advise non-technical individuals of potential
dangers in attempting to service a product. Products powered by electricity should be serviced or repaired
only by experienced professional technicians. Any attempt to service or repair the product or products dealt
with in this service information by anyone else could result in serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
There are special components used in this equipment which are important for safety. These parts are
marked by in the Schematic Diagrams, Exploded Views and Replacement Parts List. It is essential
that these critical parts should be replaced with manufacturer's specified parts to prevent shock, fire
or other hazards. Do not modify the original design without permission of manufacture.
We suggest to handle such parts after the static electricity prevention.
It is forbidden to touch the PCB parts by bare hands during the repairing process.
3. Parts List 12~15
4. Replacement Guide 16~17

20
9
11
12
13
14
15
16
(2pcs)
FV-08/11VQL4
5
6
(3pcs)
78
1
10
(27)
(27)
25 27
26
(26)
(26)
28
1
29
(4)
3
(14)
(14)
4
(5pcs)
(4pcs)
31(4pcs)
30
(27)
41
42
45
44
Main Packing Materials
43
Fan body
32B
33
34B
36 38
35B
39
40
(36)
(23)
37
Details of Junction Box
Remark: Because of different structure, we divide this model into Version A & Version B.
In Version A, we also divide into Style A & Style B. The change points are mainly
refer to the installation method and the cord section, please pay attention to the
Adapter Assembly(32AA,32AB,32B), you can refer to the following 3 pages for
details.
55
53B
54
White
(Motor Lead)
Red
(Motor Lead)
Capacitor Box Section
18
(3pcs)
Black
(Motor Lead)
24
(Cord)
Black
(Cord)
White
17
19
(24)
21 22B
23
(20)
Details of Wiring Section
White
Black
Original State
Capacitor Box
Section
New State

32AA 32AB
46
47
49
48
LR-03
LP-03
(22A)
Style A
(34A)
(35A) VLR-03
VLP-03
(22B)
Style B
(34B)
(35B)
Details of Connector Cord Details of Connector Cord
Details of Junction Box Details of Junction Box
33 34B
36 38
35B
39
40
(36)
(23)
37
33
34A
36 38
35A
39
40
(36)
(23)
37
2
Parts For Version A
FV-08/11VQL4

Installation Attachment
VLR-03
VLP-03
(22B)
(34B)
(35B)
Details of Connector Cord
32B
Details of Junction Box
33 34B
36 38
35B
39
40
(36)
(23)
37
3
Parts For Version B
List For Parts Differentiation
Remark: For your convenience, we list the differentiation parts above, when you need to
order these parts, please judge which version or style is adapt to your machine
first. Especially, if you need to order the Frame Assembly or Adapter Assembly,
please refer to the following 1 page for details.
51
52
50
FV-08/11VQL4
Part name Style A of Version A Style B of Version A Version B
Cord 22A 22B 22B
Frame Assy. 25 25 25
Adapter Assy. 32AA 32AB 32B
Connector Plate 34A 34B 34B
Connector Assy. 35A 35B 35B
Installation Instruction
(English) 53A 53A 53B
Frame Assembly
Adapter Assembly
Connector Assembly

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Attention:
For Version A For Version B
32B
Guide For Adapter Assembly Order
Change to
32AB
32AA
Notice: 1.In order to adapt the market demand, the Adapter Assembly has been upgraded to
Version B ,therefore, the Version A part will be provided no longer.
2.If this part in your machine belongs to Version B ,you can order the item 32B
(Part No.:FFV0000032S) directly.
3.If this part in your machine belongs to Version A ,you can order the item 32AA
(Part No.:FFV0000020S ),or item 32AB(Part No.:FFV0000045S) as usual, then
we will not only provide the Version B part ,but also provide a set of installation
parts to you, those installation parts will be offered free. However, to finish this
conversion, you need to re-adjust the installation method.
For Version B
Guide For Frame Assembly Order
Differentiation point
Change to
For Version A
25
Suspension Bracket
Joist
Fixing Position
For Reference
Notice: The Frame Assembly has been upgraded to Version B, therefore, we can provide the
Version B part at present, If this part in your machine belongs to Version A, when
you receive the Version B part, in order to install successfully, you only need to
re-adjust the fixing position of the Suspension Bracket.
FV-08/11VQL4

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FV-08/11VQL4
Lighting Unit Assembly Replacement Method(For Version B)
Total Packing Set:10sets
Replacement
Pana sonic
Packing Method
65
66
64
(2pcs)
(11pcs)
If the ballast assembly was damaged,please order the new grille unit section(FFV3420057S) to
replace defective ballast assembly&original grille unit.Please refer to P16-P17 for replacement
guide.
Remark:The minimum quantity of an order for this new grille unit is 10 sets.
(41)
2
Grille Unit
58
63
60
61
59
57
62
(2pcs)
56
Lighting Unit Assembly
(3)

(27)
(27)
25 27
26
(26)
(26)
FV-15VQL4
20
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
(2pcs)
5
6
(3pcs)
8
28
31(4pcs)
30
(27)
1
29
(4)
3
(14)
(14)
4
42
45
44
(5pcs)
(3pcs)
6
Main Packing Materials
43
41
Fan body
7
32B
33
34B
36 38
35B
39
40
(36)
(23)
37
Details of Junction Box
Remark: Because of different structure, we divide this model into Version A & Version B.
In Version A, we also divide into Style A & Style B. The change points are mainly
refer to the installation method and the cord section, please pay attention to the
Adapter Assembly(32AA,32AB,32B), you can refer to the following 3 pages for
details.
55
56
53B
54
White
(Motor Lead)
Red
(Motor Lead)
Capacitor Box Section
18
(3pcs)
Black
(Motor Lead)
24
(Cord)
Black
(Cord)
White
17
19
Capacitor Box
Section
(24)
21 22B
23
(20)
Details of Wiring Section
White
Black
Original State
New State

32AA 32AB
46
47
49
48
LR-03
LP-03
(22A)
Style A
(34A)
(35A) VLR-03
VLP-03
(22B)
Style B
(34B)
(35B)
Details of Connector Cord Details of Connector Cord
Details of Junction Box Details of Junction Box
33 34B
36 38
35B
39
40
(36)
(23)
37
33
34A
36 38
35A
39
40
(36)
(23)
37
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Parts For Version A
FV-15VQL4

Installation Attachment
VLR-03
VLP-03
(22B)
(34B)
(35B)
Details of Connector Cord
32B
Details of Junction Box
33 34B
36 38
35B
39
40
(36)
(23)
37
8
Parts For Version B
List For Parts Differentiation
Remark: For your convenience, we list the differentiation parts above, when you need to
order these parts, please judge which version or style is adapt to your machine
first. Especially, if you need to order the Frame Assembly or Adapter Assembly,
please refer to the following 1 page for details.
51
52
50
FV-15VQL4
Part name Style A of Version A Style B of Version A Version B
Cord 22A 22B 22B
Frame Assy. 25 25 25
Adapter Assy. 32AA 32AB 32B
Connector Plate 34A 34B 34B
Connector Assy. 35A 35B 35B
Installation Instruction
(English) 53A 53A 53B
Frame Assembly
Adapter Assembly
Connector Assembly

9
Attention:
For Version B
For Version A For Version B
32B
Guide For Frame Assembly Order
Differentiation point
Guide For Adapter Assy. Order
Change to
For Version A
Change to
32AB
25
Suspension Bracket
Joist
Fixing Position
32AA
Notice: 1.In order to adapt the market demand, the Adapter Assembly has been upgraded to
Version B ,therefore, the Version A part will be provided no longer.
2.If this part in your machine belongs to Version B ,you can order the item 32B
(Part No.:FFV0000033S) directly.
3.If this part in your machine belongs to Version A ,you can order the item 32AA
(Part No.:FFV0000021S ),or item 32AB(Part No.:FFV0000046S) as usual, then
we will not only provide the Version B part ,but also provide a set of installation
parts to you, those installation parts will be offered free. However, to finish this
conversion, you need to re-adjust the installation method.
For Reference
Notice: The Frame Assembly has been upgraded to Version B, therefore, we can provide the
Version B part at present, If this part in your machine belongs to Version A, when
you receive the Version B part, in order to install successfully, you only need to
re-adjust the fixing position of the Suspension Bracket.
FV-15VQL4

10
FV-15VQL4
Lighting Unit Assembly Replacement Method(For Version B)
Total Packing Set:10sets
Replacement
Pana sonic
Packing Method
65
66
64
(2pcs)
(11pcs)
If the ballast assembly was damaged,please order the new grille unit section(FFV3420057S) to
replace defective ballast assembly&original grille unit.Please refer to P16-P17 for replacement
guide.
Remark:The minimum quantity of an order for this new grille unit is 10 sets.
(41)
2
Grille Unit
58
63
60
61
59
57
62
(2pcs)
56
Lighting Unit Assembly
(3)

FV-08/11/15VQL4
Motor
Fan body
Red
White
Green
Capacitor
Electronic
Ballast
Lighting unit
Fluorescent
lamp
Earth ground
Night lamp
Junction box
Power supply
AC120V 60Hz
Black
Earth ground
White
Black
Current Fuse
Power supply
AC120V 60Hz
Green
Black
White
White
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No. Part No. Part Name Q'ty Remark
1 FFV3400068S Grille Assembly 1
2 FFV2540164S Installation Instruction 1
3 FFV3420005S Night Lamp 1
4 FFV3420088S Fluorescent Lamp 2 Brand:Maxlite
5 FFV0790026S Casing Assembly 1
6 FFV7000065S Bind Screw 3 For Fixing Casing Assembly to Casing Support
7 FFV4610032S Sponge 1 1 Sticked on Casing Assembly and Motor Support
8 FFV7020016S Domed Cap Nut 1 For Fixing Blade B
9 FFV7010003S Spring Washer 1 For Fixing Blade B
10 FFV7010012S Plain Washer 1 For Fixing Blade B
11 FFV4670003S Blade Set Plate 1 For Fixing Blade B
12 FFV0400089S Blade B 1 New State,Can Replace the Original State
13 FFV3730014S Motor Support 1
14 FFV7000106S Truss Pc Screw 7 For Fixing Motor Support(5pcs) and Lighting Unit Assembly(2pcs)
15 FFV3700179S Motor Assembly 1 For FV-08VQL4(120V,60Hz)
(15) FFV3700180S Motor Assembly 1 For FV-11VQL4(120V,60Hz)
16 FFV7000113S Bind Tap Screw 4 For Fixing Motor Assembly
17 FFV0750107S Capacitor 1 For FV-08VQL4(250V,3.0uF)
(17) FFV0750125S Capacitor 1 For FV-11VQL4(250V,3.3uF)
18 FFV0900024S Connector 3
19 FFV2530001S Insulock Tie 1
20 FFV7000009S Truss Tap Screw 3 For Fixing Cord Clip(1pc) and Capacitor Box(2pcs)
21 FFV0740007H Cord Clip 1
22A FFV0730016S Cord 1 LP-03,For Style A of Version A
22B FFV0730020S Cord 1 VLP-03,For Version B and Style B of Version A
23 FFV7030001S Earth Wire Screw 2 For Fixing Earth Wire
24 FFV0760028S Capacitor Box 1
25 FFV1600061S Frame Assembly 1
26 FFV0800001S Casing Support 3
27 FFV7000064S Bind Screw 4 For Fixing Casing Support(3pcs) and Fix Plate(1pc)
28 FFV0420016S Fix Plate 1 For Lighting Unit Assembly Installation
29 FFV7000011S Truss Screw 1 For Fixing Lighting Unit Assembly to Fix Plate,In Accessory A
30 FFV0420024S Bracket Cover 1
31 FFV7000018S Truss Tap Screw 4 For Fixing Bracket Cover
32AA FFV0000020S Adapter Assembly 1 Adapt to the Style A of Version A
32AB FFV0000045S Adapter Assembly 1 Adapt to the Style B of Version A
32B FFV0000032S Adapter Assembly 1 For Version B
33 FFV7020015S Hexagon Nut 1 For Earth
34A FFV0900009S Connector Plate 1 For Style A of Version A
34B FFV0900014S Connector Plate 1 For Version B and Style B of Version A
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3. Parts List
FV-08/11VQL4

FV-08/11VQL4
13
3. Parts List
No. Part No. Part Name Q'ty Remark
35A FFV0900002S Connector Assembly 1 LR-03,For Style A of Version A
35B FFV0900013S Connector Assembly 1 VLR-03,For Version B and Style B of Version A
36 FFV7000091S Pan Tap Screw 2 For Fixing Connector Plate and Junction Cover
37 FFV3402103S Lead Wire 1 For Earth
38 FFV0900010S Connector Assembly N.L 1 For Night Lamp
39 FFV0900011S Connector Assembly L 1 For Fluorescent Lamp
40 FFV2800004S Junction Cover 1
41 FFV3420057S Grille Unit Section 1 Include Packing Section
42 FFV4710205S Grille Case Assembly 1 For Grille Assembly & Lighting Unit Assembly Packing
43 FFV4710208S Left Pad 1 Mark With"L"
44 FFV4710209S Right Pad 1 Mark With"R"
45 FFV9000551S Packing Case Assembly 1 For FV-08VQL4
(45) FFV9000552S Packing Case Assembly 1 For FV-11VQL4
46 FFV0420021S Suspension Bracket IV 1 Attachment,Use In Version A
47 FFV5710011S Suspension Bracket III 1 Attachment,Use In Version A
48 FFV0420015S Suspension Bracket II 1 Attachment,Use In Version A
49 FFV0420014S Suspension Bracket I 1 Attachment,Use In Version A
50 FFV5710017S Suspension Bracket III 1 Attachment,Use In Version B
51 FFV5710018S Suspension Bracket II 1 Attachment,Use In Version B
52 FFV5710019S Suspension Bracket I 1 Attachment,Use In Version B
53A FFV2540010S Installation Instruction 1 English,Use In Version A
53B FFV2540022S Installation Instruction 1 English,Use In Version B
54 FFV2540023S Installation Instruction 1 Spanish,For USA Market,Use In Version B
(54) FFV2540031S Installation Instruction 1 French,For CA Market,Use In Version B
55 FFV0010077S Accessory A 1 Included Installation Screws
56 FFV0730033S Cord Assembly B 1
57 FFV7000191S Bind Screw 1 For Fixing Light Kit Cover Assembly
58 FFV3420066S Light Kit Cover Assembly 1
59 FFV7000089S Truss Tap Screw 1 For Fixing Lamp Holder Section
60 FFV3420071S Lamp Holder Section 1
61 FFV3420067S Fluorescent Lamp 2
62 FFV3420028S Grille Section 1 Include Lamp Cover
63 FFV3420029S Lamp Cover 1
64 FFV9001068S Packing Case 1
65 FFV4710361S Pad A 2
66 FFV4710362S Pad B 11

No. Part No. Part Name Q'ty Remark
1 FFV3400068S Grille Assembly 1
2 FFV2540164S Installation Instruction 1
3 FFV3420005S Night Lamp 1
4 FFV3420088S Fluorescent Lamp 2 Brand:Maxlite
5 FFV0790026S Casing Assembly 1
6 FFV7000065S Bind Screw 3 For Fixing Casing Assembly to Casing Support
7 FFV4610032S Sponge 1 1 Sticked on Casing Assembly and Motor Support
8 FFV7020016S Domed Cap Nut 1 For Fixing Blade B
9 FFV7010003S Spring Washer 1 For Fixing Blade B
10 FFV7010012S Plain Washer 1 For Fixing Blade B
11 FFV4670003S Blade Set Plate 1 For Fixing Blade B
12 FFV0400089S Blade B 1 New State,Can Replace the Original State
13 FFV3730015S Motor Support 1
14 FFV7000106S Truss Pc Screw 7 For Fixing Motor Support(5pcs) and Lighting Unit Assembly(2pcs)
15 FFV3700234S Motor Assembly 1 120V,60Hz
16 FFV7000113S Bind Tap Screw 3 For Fixing Motor Assembly
17 FFV0750116S Capacitor 1 250V,4.7uF
18 FFV0900024S Connector 3
19 FFV2530001S Insulock Tie 1
20 FFV7000009S Truss Tap Screw 3 For Fixing Cord Clip(1pc) and Capacitor Box(2pcs)
21 FFV0740007H Cord Clip 1
22A FFV0730016S Cord 1 LP-03,For Style A of Version A
22B FFV0730020S Cord 1VLP-03,For Version B and Style B of Version A
23 FFV7030001S Earth Wire Screw 2 For Fixing Earth Wire
24 FFV0760028S Capacitor Box 1
25 FFV1600061S Frame Assembly 1
26 FFV0800001S Casing Support 3
27 FFV7000064S Bind Screw 4 For Fixing Casing Support(3pcs) and Fix Plate(1pc)
28 FFV0420016S Fix Plate 1 For Lighting Unit Assembly Installation
29 FFV7000011S Truss Screw 1 For Fixing Lighting Unit Assembly to Fix Plate,In AccessoryA
30 FFV0420024S Bracket Cover 1
31 FFV7000018S Truss Tap Screw 4 For Fixing Bracket Cover
32AA FFV0000021S Adapter Assembly 1 Adapt to the Style A of Version A
32AB FFV0000046S Adapter Assembly 1 Adapt to the Style B of Version A
32B FFV0000033S Adapter Assembly 1 For Version B
33 FFV7020015S Hexagon Nut 1 For Earth
34A FFV0900009S Connector Plate 1 For Style A of Version A
34B FFV0900014S Connector Plate 1 For Version B and Style B of Version A
FV-15VQL4
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3. Parts List

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3. Parts List
FV-15VQL4
No. Part No. Part Name Q'ty Remark
35A FFV0900002S Connector Assembly 1 LR-03,For Style A of Version A
35B FFV0900013S Connector Assembly 1 VLR-03,For Version B and Style B of Version A
36 FFV7000091S Pan Tap Screw 2 For Fixing Connector Plate and Junction Cover
37 FFV3402103S Lead Wire 1 For Earth
38 FFV0900010S Connector Assembly N.L 1 For Night Lamp
39 FFV0900011S Connector Assembly L 1 For Fluorescent Lamp
40 FFV2800004S Junction Cover 1
41 FFV3420057S Grille Unit Section 1 Include Packing Section
42 FFV4710205S Grille Case Assembly 1 For Grille Assembly & Lighting Unit Assembly Packing
43 FFV4710208S Left Pad 1 Mark With"L"
44 FFV4710209S Right Pad 1 Mark With"R"
45 FFV9000146S Packing Case Assembly 1
46 FFV0420021S Suspension Bracket IV 1 Attachment,Use In Version A
47 FFV5710011S Suspension Bracket III 1 Attachment,Use In Version A
48 FFV0420015S Suspension Bracket II 1 Attachment,Use In Version A
49 FFV0420014S Suspension Bracket I 1 Attachment,Use In Version A
50 FFV5710017S Suspension Bracket III 1 Attachment,Use In Version B
51 FFV5710018S Suspension Bracket II 1 Attachment,Use In Version B
52 FFV5710019S Suspension Bracket I 1 Attachment,Use In Version B
53A FFV2540010S Installation Instruction 1 English,Use In Version A
53B FFV2540022S Installation Instruction 1 English,Use In Version B
54 FFV2540023S Installation Instruction 1 Spanish,For USA Market,Use In Version B
(54) FFV2540031S Installation Instruction 1 French,For CA Market,Use In Version B
55 FFV0010077S Accessory A 1 Included Installation Screws
56 FFV0730033S Cord Assembly B 1
57 FFV7000191S Bind Screw 1 For Fixing Light Kit Cover Assembly
58 FFV3420066S Light Kit Cover Assembly 1
59 FFV7000089S Truss Tap Screw 1 For Fixing Lamp Holder Section
60 FFV3420071S Lamp Holder Section 1
61 FFV3420067S Fluorescent Lamp 2
62 FFV3420028S Grille Section 1 Include Lamp Cover
63 FFV3420029S Lamp Cover 1
64 FFV9001068S Packing Case 1
65 FFV4710361S Pad A 2
66 FFV4710362S Pad B 11

4. Replacement Guide
1. Remove the primary light kit grille.Remove
grille by pulling down one mounting spring.
Then pull down the other mounting spring.
(Squeeze mounting spring and pull down
carefully) (Fig.1)
2. Unfasten 2 screws (ST4.2X16) and 1 machine
screw (M4X8) from fan unit. Hold the lighting
unit, and remove the plug connectors from the
receptacle respectively.(Fig 2)
Fig.2
Ceiling
Lighting unit
Machine screw
(M4X8)
Plug connector
2 screws(ST4.2X16)
Fig.3
Plug connector
Receptacle
Plug connector
Light lead
wire assy B
Receptacle
Fig.1
Grille
Glove
Mounting
spring
Slot
Disconnect power source before working
on unit.
3. Take out the light lead wire assembly B from
accessories, and connect the light lead wire
assembly B to junction box.(Fig.3)
Receptacle
CAUTION
CAUTION
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT:
Remove the tapes from grille and springs before
installing new light kit grille as shown below:
Fig.4
Light cover
Remove screw
(M4X8)
3
Fig.5
Fig.6
Secure screw
(M4X8)
Fluorescent
lamp
Night lamp
Light kit cover
assembly
4.Take out the new light kit grille.Remove
screw (M4X8). Remove light kit cover assemby. (Fig.4)
5. Install the night lamp and fluorescent lamps.
(Fig.5)
6. Install light kit cover assembly. (Fig.6)
FFV3420057S
Tapes
16

Plug connector
4. Replacement Guide
4. Install new night lamp (MAX 4W incandescent lamp) and
new fluorescent lamps (Maxlite MLS13GU35,13W) as
shown in step 1 ,step 2 and step 3 of (Fig.4)
Fig.2
WARNING
Remove dust and dirt from light kit cover assembly
and lens, before replacing the lamps.
CAUTION
Fig.3
3
Lens
3. Remove the fluorescent lamps (Maxlite MLS13GU35,13W)
and night lamp as shown in step 1 ,step 2 and step 3 of (Fig.3)
2. Remove the screw as shown in step 1 of (Fig.2)
Remove the light kit cover assembly as shown in step 2 of (Fig.2)
1. Remove grille by pulling down one mounting spring. Remove
plug connector then pull down the other mounting spring.
(Squeeze mounting spring and pull down carefully) (Fig.1)
5.Install light kit cover assembly.(Fig.5)
3
Fig.4
Fig.5
Secure screw
(M4X8)
Fluorescent
lamp
Night lamp
Light kit cover
assembly
INSTALLATION
Fluorescent
lamp
Night lamp
Light kit cover
assembly
Remove screw
(M4X8)
Disconnect power source before working
on unit.
Make sure the temperature of lens and lighting
unit has cooled down before maintenance
(cleaning) or replacement of lamp.
This is a pin type lamp base and the lamp’s
glass is fragile.To remove,pull out carefully.
4W night lamp has threaded base,Remove
by turning counterclockwise.
8. Insert the other mounting spring into the
slot as shown and mount grille to fan body.
(Fig.8)
7. Insert the grille mounting spring on the
wiring side into the slot, and insert the plug
connector into the housing of lighting
unit.(Fig.7)
Fig.8
Grille
Ceiling Gloves
Mounting spring
lighting unit
Insert Plug connector
Mount grille carefully so that lead
wire of lighting unit will not pinched.
CAUTION
Rib
Claw Fig.7
Gloves
Ceiling
Grille
Plug connector
lighting unit
Insert Plug connector
Rib
Claw Fig.1
Gloves
Ceiling
Grille
MAINTENANCE(REPLACEMENT OF LAMP)
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