Schweigen Isodrive 1600 User manual
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Isodrive 1600
www.schweigen.com.auRevision V4 06/05/22
Under our policy of continuous product development,
product specications may change without notice.
Please refer to the online version of the manual for the
latest updates and specications.
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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing your new Schweigen Isodrive system.
To get the maximum output from this unit, please read through this guide before use and installation.
This guide contains important information on the correct use and maintenance of the unit, as well as important
safety notes. This will ensure your personal safety and the lasting value of your Isodrive system.
Please always retain your proof of purchase to aid in any warranty queries.
This appliance and its packaging are produced by processes that minimise waste and respect the environment.
Please help us to continue this eort to protect the environment by using the appliance eciently and dispose
of the packaging in a responsible manner.
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Index
1. Welcome _____________________________________________________________________________________2
2. Your Safety
Receiving your rangehood ______________________________________________________________________ 4
Before Installation ______________________________________________________________________________ 4
Electrical Cord __________________________________________________________________________________ 4
Motor Features ________________________________________________________________________________ 5
General Notes on Installation and Use ____________________________________________________________ 5
Recommended Installation Distance _____________________________________________________________ 5
Minimum Mounting Height ______________________________________________________________________ 6
Avoidance of Back Flow _________________________________________________________________________ 6
Safety of Children ______________________________________________________________________________ 6
Replacement of Supply Cord _____________________________________________________________________ 6
Why Schweigen SteelFlex™Safety Duct __________________________________________________________ 6
3. Description
Isodrive Motor _________________________________________________________________________________ 7
4. Installation
Roof Installation _______________________________________________________________________________ 8
Flat Roof Installation ___________________________________________________________________________ 10
Wall Installation ________________________________________________________________________________ 11
Through Wall Installation with Backdraft Shutter _________________________________________ 13
Fan Unit Shutter Assembly for Isodrive 1600 ____________________________________________ 14
Twin Motor Installation _____________________________________________________________ 15
Single Motor Installation Twin 200mm Outlet ____________________________________________ 17
5. Measurements
Measurements for Isodrive 1600 _____________________________________________________ 18
6. SteelFlex™Safety Duct
SteelFlex™Safety Ducting __________________________________________________________ 19
Assembling SteelFlex™Safety Duct ____________________________________________________ 20
Shallow Roof Space _______________________________________________________________ 21
Important Note __________________________________________________________________ 21
Securing SteelFlex™Safety Duct ______________________________________________________ 22
7. Parts List
Parts List for Isodrive 1600 __________________________________________________________ 23
8. Maintenance
Roof Restoration or Cleaning ________________________________________________________ 25
9. Warranty/Disclaimer ________________________________________________________________________ 26
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2. Your Safety
This appliance is not intended for use by person/s (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and/or knowledge. Unless the person has been given supervision
or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance, it is not a toy.
Do not install Isodrive motor to a non-Schweigen and/or non-silent rangehood. If you fail to do so, your
warranty will be voided.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility in case of failure to adopt proper safety measures.
Ensure that the location in which this appliance is installed, has good and permanent ventilation.
Please consult local laws and regulations and install in accordance.
Use an electrical connector with earth that is correct for your location.
Check that the voltage in your area corresponds to the appliance as indicated on the rating label.
Before Installation
We recommend this appliance to be installed or repaired by an experienced Home Appliances technician.
Please see our website www.schweigen.com.au for experienced installers.
It is dangerous to modify any part of this appliance. Modication of any kind, will immediately void the warranty.
Electrical Cord
Ensure the supply cord is not exposed to heat, chemicals or sharp objects. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, service agent or a similarly qualied person in order to avoid a hazard. The power
supply cord connection MUST BE installed in such a way that access is easy in case of emergency.
RECEIVING YOUR RANGEHOOD
Please read this section thoroughly before attempting to operate the appliance.
Inspect your product upon receipt. Any damage or defects MUST be reported
within 48 hours, or no claim will be recognised.
DO NOT INSTALL THIS APPLIANCE IF YOU FIND IT DAMAGED.
If this product is installed damaged, the supplier, nor the retailer, will be responsible
for the costs associated with the repair, replacement, removal or re-installation of
the appliances.
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2. Your Safety
This guide is for the installation of the Isodrive motor system after the rangehood has been mounted on the
wall or roof. (Refer to rangehood installation manual on how to install the rangehood).
NOTE: All PVC pipe and SteelFlex™ducting measurements are referring to inside measurements, unless
otherwise mentioned.
Motor Features
• Roof and wall mounting with IPX4 degree of weather protection.
• Super quiet, long vane, backward curved centrifugal fan.
• Airow is dependant on installation and the ducting used. Using single 200mm SteelFlex™duct, you should
attain up to 1600m3/hr. The use of a smaller than 200mm ducting would result in a loss of
airow.
• Simple installation: The motor mounts onto a 150mm PVC pipe for ultimate strength and allows for easy
Dektite roof sealing.
• Industrial quality motor and fan made in Germany and rated at 40,000 hours.
• Motor is a high eciency PSC type and rated at 155W costing around the same as two 70W light globes to
run.
• WARRANTY 10 YEARS return to manufacturer. Covers faulty manufacturing or components. It does not
cover normal wear and tear, chemical or storm damage, etc. (see warranty card for more information).
General Notes on Installation and Use
This fan unit is designed to be installed using 150mm (ISD) PVC pipe as the initial connection duct to the fan
module, and is supplied with a 150mm (ISD) PVC pipe to 200mm (ISD) SteelFlex™duct bell-mouth adaptor.
This fan is suitable for connection to ducting runs with a minimum inlet area of 22,000mm2and length up to 10
metres maximum (check with supplier if longer duct length required). Where possible SteelFlex™ducting must
be extended suciently to present a smooth air passage with bends of at least the radius of twice the diameter
of the duct. Excessive bends in the ducting will compromised extraction.
WARNING: The rangehood must not be ducted into a wall cavity or a ceiling space, where a build up of grease
can occur and become a potential re risk. This will void your warranty.
NOTE: Fan module and Steelex™duct are acoustically matched. Use of semi-rigid or rigid ducting will
result in increased noise and may void warranty. See installation instruction notes ‘Why Schweigen SteelFlex™
Safety Duct’.
Recommended Installation Distance
Isodrive 1600 motor, recommended 5 to 6 metres of SteelFlex™ducting and with at least two bends.
NOTE: Installations less than 5 to 6 metres will increase extraction power this will result in higher noise level.
Maximum duct length is 10 metres. Check with supplier if longer duct length is required. Do not reduce the duct
size at any time and avoid sharp bends.
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Minimum Mounting Height
This fan unit is intended for mounting at a minimum height of 2.1 metres (measured to the lower part of the
fan impeller) above a oor or the ground.
Avoidance of Back Flow
Care should be taken to avoid the back ow of gases into the room from the open ue of gas or other open re
appliances.
Safety of Children
This fan is not intended for use by young children or inrm persons without supervision.
Replacement of Supply Cord
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or suitably qualied person in order to
avoid a hazard.
Why Schweigen SteelFlex™ Safety Duct
Schweigen SteelFlex™is an ultra-strong and exible high-performance safety ducting made
of Shirikon Firemesh®– a tri-layer tear-resistant UV-treated sleeve. Both are developed by
Schweigen – the Silent Rangehood specialists, for quiet and ecient high-volume transfers
of temperature-sensitive air. Engineered to enhance the health and safety of your home,
Schweigen SteelFlex™is antimicrobial treated, thermally insulated and acoustically dampened.
It is reproof, pest and crush proof with a treated surface that prevents the build-up of grease
and bacteria.
Schweigen’s unique Isodrive system works in the opposite way to conventional rangehoods, pulling air through
the hood and acoustically matched ducting, producing almost silent high volume ow. The use of a complete
rigid or semi-rigid ducting system will allow an organ piping eect to occur; like a didgeridoo where a noise is
produced at one end of a hollow rigid pipe and the noise is amplied out the other.
The Isodrive system places the noise outside the house.
WARNING: Installation without the use of at least the minimum recommended length of acoustically matched
SteelFlex™in the system will void performance expectations. Any installation problem must be reported
to Schweigen. Call outs relating to incorrect installation will result in a service fee direct to the customer.
Schweigen takes no responsibility for problems caused by faulty installation, this may void warranty.
An experienced installer list can be obtained from Schweigen website www.schweigen.com.au or by
calling 1300 881 693.
2. Your Safety
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3. Description
Isodrive Motor
Included in the box:
1. Isodrive 1600 motor (405W x 220H mm approx.)
Approx. 3 metre, 10amp cable and standard plug
2. Fire resistant 150mm (160mm outside dimension)
PVC riser pipe
3. SteelFlex™safety ducting. Approx. 6 metres,
200mm (210mm outside dimension) diameter
4. Bell-mouth adapter ring
200mm duct to 150mm riser
5. Weather Shield
Should be installed to prevent rain/water entering the unit
6. Backdraft Shutter
7. 2 x Steel ring clamps for attaching ducting to rangehood
and motor
8. 6 x 20mm self-drilling button head screws
9. 3 x 20mm self-driling screws (for weather shield)
Not included in the box:
• Roof seal kit / Dektite
• Support straps for poly pipe which connects to the
roof truss
• Aluminium foil tape
• Hanging bracket required for wall mount
Part number P1107
• Wall Cover Plate (wall mount only)
Part number P1108
• Mounting Flange (wall mount only)
Part number P40113MF
1
5
7 8
9
2
3 4
6
NOTE
For more SteelFlex™ducting instructions, refer page 19.
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4. Installation
Roof Installation
Recommended duct length: 1600 motor — 5 to 6 metres.
Mount 150mm (ISD) rigid PVC pipe securely to beams, trusses or other appropriate structures: refer gure 1.
The pipe should be mounted vertically with the roof penetration being sealed using a Dektite or other appropriate
sealing membrane or device.
Ensure that the PVC pipe protrudes at least 50mm past the top of the Dektite, checking that the fan assembly
clears the roof cladding at upper edge, refer gure 1 – Roof Mount Option.
Pass power cord and plug through mounting ange and pipe, then out the slotted PVC pipe for connection to the
socket coming from the canopy/rangehood. Refer to gure 4.
Do not insert plug into socket outlet or switch on until installation has been completed. Fit fan module to pipe and
x in position using side locking screw.
Certain external installation congurations may cause audible levels of noise to be heard due to the air being
expelled from the motor. To minimize external noise disturbance you can use between 6 to 10 metres of SteelFlex™
duct to place the Isodrive motor in an appropriate position.
Please be aware that the 1600 motor is capable of expelling air at 1600m3/hr.
For more information on environmental noise limit and conditions please contact your local Council. We have a list
of experienced installers available on the Schweigen website.
Do not install the SteelFlex™in a straight line and minimum of two gentle bends in the ducts is required.
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4. Installation
1600 motor
Figure 1: Roof mount option
Pipe protrusion above Dektite
Fix fan module using side
locking screw
Weather shield attachment
(only for 1600 motor)
Connect to
rangehood
Connect to power supply
NOTE: Prevent any cord bunching by
pulling cord through from plug top end
Fit side supports to locate pipe
Strap to supports
Ring clamp
Power Cord
Dektite
150mm PVC Pipe
(Locking holes fan end)
Bell-mouth Adaptor
50mm
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Figure 2: Flat roof installation
Flat Roof Installation
Flat roof mounting using optional mounting ange*.
PED
Engage locking
screws in holes
Seal 3 holes in
stepped surface
Seal between mounting
ange and cover
Up-stand and
capping
Power supply cord
passing through
pipe slots
Ring clamp
NOTE: Cut 150mm PVC
stormwater pipe to length and
reslot ducting end. Ensure that fan
end locking holes remain
200mm
SteelFlex™
Ducting
Seal top edge of ange
110 Protrusion of pipe above
mounting ange
Bond ange to pipe using
silicone, urethane or type ‘N’
PVC solvent cement
Optional mounting ange
P40113MF*
Roof Cladding
1600
motor
*Optional wall mounting ange (P40113MF) is available
from Schweigen, please contact 1300 881 693.
4. Installation
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Wall Installation
This type of installation is similar to roof mounting, ensuring that the pipe extends at least 50mm past the
wall surface refer gure 3. If the pipe length is shortened, reproduce the power cord exit slot on the inside of
the wall.
IMPORTANT FOR 1600 MOTOR: Weather shield must be tted to the top cover of the side ange using
the 3 screws provided. Also, it is required to use the hanging bracket for wall mount installation, for more
information please refer to page 13.
NOTE: By decreasing the length of the SteelFlex™duct from which specied (refer to installation instructions)
there will be an increase in airow and noise levels as a result. This increase in airow can cause movement of
air to be heard through the system and inhibit the system to run silently.
Figure 3: Wall installation
Wall
Wall Optional
Fitment Pipe
Weather shield
must be at top
(1600 motor only)
Optional Mounting Flange
(P40113MF*)
150mm PVC Stormwater Pipe
From outside face of ange to end of pipe
(or wall if mounting ange not used)
50
50
Locking screws to be fully
tightened engaging in holes
Locking holes at 4 and 10 o’clock
Locking screws
Power cord to
240V supply
Seal with silicone or
urethane
Fill gap between pipe
and wall or t second
wall mount ange if
required
1600
motor
*Optional wall mounting ange (P40113MF) is available
from Schweigen, please contact 1300 881 693.
4. Installation
IMPORTANT
It is a requirement to use the hanging bracket for all wall mount installations.
Please refer to the illustrations for mounting.
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IMPORTANT: When
mounting pipe motor
locking holes to be in
outside end of pipe
(motor end)
Min 150mm long
150mm PVC pipe
Locking Screw
Min 50mm
SteelFlex™
200mm ducting
Bell-mouth Adaptor
Ring clamp
Ring clamp
Locking holes at
10 and 4 o’clock
Cord slots at bottom
(6 o’clock position)
Weather shield
upper most
Hanging bracket
NOTE: Ensure that power cord is fed through exit slot and
is not allowed to double back restricting motor inlet.
Attach weather shield using 3 screws provided
when wall mounting. Ensure weather shield is
upper most position (12 o’clock position) when
engaging locking screw
Fix motor module using side locking
screw at 4 and 10 o’clock
Figure 4: Wall mount option
1600 motor
1600 motor
4. Installation
NOTE: Ensure that power cord
is fed through exit slot and is
not allowed to double back
restricting motor inlet.
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Through Wall Installation with Backdraft Shutter
Due to the weight and to create stability for the Isodrive 1600 motor, it is require to use a hanging bracket.
Warranty will be void if a hanging bracket is not used.
*Optional parts are available from Schweigen, please contact 1300 881 693.
Shield Hanging Plate
Hanging Plate
Power Cord
Hanging
Plate
Hanging Bracket P1107*
NOTE: Hanging bracket is required
Shutter Assembly
Optional wall cover plate with
notch at bottom P1108*
Minimum pipe protrusion
from wall surface
Height of hanging bracket
above top of pipe
Slot in pipe at bottom
(6 O’Clock)
Optional wall cover plate P1108*
Required Hanging Bracket
P1107*
Shield
47mm 90-95mm
Wall
Ensure that power
cable passes through
the cover plate notched
recess and is clear of
cut edges
Hanging bracket may be
substituted in the eld
by 25mm x 6mm at
bar bent to form angle
bracket
4. Installation
Figure 5: Backdraft shutter wall mount
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Fan Unit Shutter Assembly for Isodrive 1600
1. Assemble by tting shutter assembly into fan inlet shroud moulding, ensuring that attaching screws align
with holes. Alignment can be checked visually by folding in shutter aps.
2. Fully tighten both screws and re-check tment into holes.
3. Fit assembly to duct pipe as per installation instructions supplied.
Attaching screws
Attaching hole
Inlet fan moulding
Shutter Assembly
NOTE: With through wall installations ap
shaft will be close to vertical
Figure 6: Shutter assembly
4. Installation
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Twin Motor Installation (suitable for rangehoods with two 200mm outlets)
Where two motors are to be used, follow the method below. Each motor should have a separate ue pipe. Refer
gure 7. The two motors can be wired by an electrician.
Connect to main power
Connect to motor
Computer
box
Connect to ducting
adaptor
Rangehood
Cover
Use smooth owing curves for
maximum airow. Remove excess
ducting by trimming to length
Note: Do not install SteelFlex™
ducting in a straight line
Must have separate
ue pipe for twin fan
installation
Z: Minimum distance between the
two fans is 600mm
Backdraft shutter
Connect to rangehood
Z
Figure 7: Roof mount option
1600 motor
4. Installation
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Figure 8: Roof mount option
Twin Motor Installation (suitable for rangehoods with one 200mm outlet)
Where two motors are to be used and there is only one 200mm outlet, follow the below methods for each
motor then join into the “Y” piece prior to joining ducting to the canopy / rangehood. Refer gure 8.
The two motors can be wired by one of the following methods:
• Wired into one plug by an electrician
• A double adaptor plugged into the lead from the canopy / rangehood
• A double GPO powered from the canopy
Cover
Try to keep length of
SteelFlex™ducting as
even as possible other
wise motors will draw air
o each other
Ensure SteelFlex™ducting
is fully extended and as
short as possible. Use
smooth owing curves for
maximum air ow. Remove
excess ducting by trimming
to length.
‘Y’ Junction for Twin 1600
Fan Installation
• 200 x 200 x 200mm
• Multi-t Y joint to be used with all
twin 1600 motor installation where
the rangehood has only one 200mm
opening
If multi-t Y joint is supplied
you will need to cut ducting to
length.
1600 motors
Z: Minimum distance
between the two fans
is 600mm.
Z
4. Installation
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Figure 9: Roof mount option
Single Motor Installation Twin 200mm Outlet
(suitable for rangehoods with two 200mm outlets and one 1600 Isodrive motor)
This is for use where one motor is to be used and there are two 200mm outlets, refer gure 9.
Try to keep length of
SteelFlex™ducting as
even as possible other
wise motors will draw air
o each other
Ensure SteelFlex™ducting
is fully extended and as
short as possible. Use
smooth owing curves for
maximum air ow. Remove
excess ducting by trimming
to length.
200 x 200 x 200mm
If multi-t Y joint supplied you
will need to cut to size.
1600 motor
4. Installation
*Optional parts are available
from Schweigen, please
contact 1300 881 693.
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5. Measurements
Measurements for Isodrive 1600 (Not to Scale)
205mm
80mm
35mm
50mm
400mm
300mm
515mm
160mm
320mm
190mm
110mm
Dektite
Motor weight: 6kg net.
Figure 10: Measurements for Isodrive 1600
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6. SteelFlex™Safety Duct
SteelFlex™Safety Ducting
SteelFlex™safety ducting must be fully extended and cut to the required length upon installation. Maximum
fan performance will not be achieved unless the ducting is fully extended. Failure to fully extend ducting
results in a smaller air passage and lower airows. Incorrect installation may reduce airow or increase noise
levels. Call outs relating to incorrect installation will result in a service fee directed to the customer. Schweigen
will take no responsibility for problems caused by faulty installation. A list of experienced installers can be
obtained from the Schweigen website www.schweigen.com.au.
Please keep the SteelFlex™ducting
taut, 5 to 6 metres in length with two
gentle bends.
NOTE: In shallow roof spaces
extend SteelFlex™ducting
horizontally
1600 motor
Figure 11: SteelFlex™ Safety Ducting
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6. SteelFlex™Safety Duct
Assembling SteelFlex™Safety Duct
SteelFlex™safety duct must be secured to either the bell-mouth adapter ring or a 200mm mounting pipe.
1. Slide the steel ring clamp over the end of
the duct then insert the bell-mouth adapter
ring into the duct end
Parts required:
1. SteelFlex™safety ducting
2. Steel ring clamp
3. Bell-mouth adapter ring 200mm duct to
150mm riser
4. 150mm PVC riser pipe
5. 20mm self-drilling button head screws
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3 4 5
2. Secure duct to the bell-mouth adapter at
regular intervals with 4 x 20mm button
head screws
4. Attach the mounting pipe to the bell-mouth
adapter and secure with 1 x 20mm button
head screw
3. Slide the steel ring clamp back up and
tighten to secure the bell-mouth adapter
and the duct
x4
x1
NOTE: Do not use duct tape to fasten the duct – the screws and hose clamp are adequate to secure the duct
to the bell-mouth adapter ring.
Figure 12: Duct assembling
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