Panasonic FV-08VSL3 User manual

FV-08VSL3 FV-10VSL3

2-3

6-7

(Cleaning)

(Replacement of lamp)

(Joist Mounting)

(Wall Mounting)

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

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.

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.

(ST4.2X30)

Long screw

Grille 1

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

Capacitor

Earth ground

AC120V 60Hz

Power supply

White

Live

Neutral

Night lamp

Motor

Fluorescent lamp (Self-ballasted)

Thermally - protected

(114 Fuse in motor)C

White

Red

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

1. Clean grille.(Don’t put into water over

Use non-abrasive kitchen detergent, wipe dry with

clean cloth.)(Fig.13)

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

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)

Fig.16

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