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FV-0511VF1

FV-0511VFC1

Ventilating Fan

Model No.

Contents

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION

UNPACKING

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

DIMENSIONS

WIRING DIAGRAM

INSTALLATION (RETROFIT)

INSTALLATION (NEW CONSTRUCTION)

MAINTENANCE (CLEANING)

PRACTICAL GUIDE TO INSTALLATION

SPECIFICATIONS

PRODUCT SERVICE

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FEATURES

Summary of content (12 pages)

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Ventilating Fan Model No.
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 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. WARNING CAUTION Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION CONTINUED WARNING These models are UL listed for tub and shower enclosures. Do not disassemble the unit for reconstruction. It may cause fire or electric shock. If this product is to no longer be used, it must be removed from ceiling to prevent it from falling. The ceiling joist must be able to withstand a static load of at least five times the weight of the product. Do not install with a method which is not approved in the instructions.
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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION CONTINUED Provide make up air for proper ventilation. Do not install the unit where ducts are configured as shown in below. Adaptor Excessive bending Successive bending Squeezed duct Bend close to duct adaptor Do not connect multiple units in parallel. If two or more units are connected to one switch in parallel, the units may not function. DESCRIPTION These products are listed by UL under UL file No. E78414.
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DIMENSIONS FV-0511VF1 1 1/2 (37) 2 3/4 (69.7) 3 7/8 (96.7) No. 1 13 (330) 10 3/8 (263) Part name Blade 5 5/8 (143) No. 7 Part name Fan body Grille Junction box 8 Damper 3 9 Flex-Z Fast TM bracket 4 Adaptor 10 5 PCB box 11 6 Pick-A-Flow switch 12 2 5 1/4 (133) 2 7/8 (71.4) 13 (330) 5 5/8 (140) 12 1/8 (307) 1 (22.
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FEATURES These products employ innovative, state-of-the-art technologies that provide a number of customizable unique features that lead to improved indoor air quality. Please read this manual first in order to realize the benefits of this customizable, modular fan. Duct length, elbows and other factors increase static pressure which can hinder the performance of most ventilation fans.
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INSTALLATION (RETROFIT) Damper Remove the tape placed on the damper and adaptor before installation. WARNING Adaptor Disconnect power supply before installing the unit. Tape Please wear gloves to protect hands during the installation. Install Flex-Z Fast bracket TM The Flex-Z Fast TM bracket position can be adjusted from 16" to 24" between joists.
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INSTALLATION (RETROFIT) CONTINUED Install adaptor Conduit Circular exhaust duct 1 Drywall 2 Self-drilling screws 1 Self-drilling screw 1 Install the adaptor to the Flex-Z Fast™ bracket by using 2 self-drilling screws. Insert fan body 1 Insert fan body and slide into adaptor assembly using the guide parts until you hear a click from the hook.
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INSTALLATION (NEW CONSTRUCTION) Damper Please remove the tape placed on the damper and adaptor before installation. Adaptor Tape Install Flex-Z Fast™ bracket WARNING Disconnect power supply before installing the unit. Please wear gloves to protect hands during the installation. Ensure the junction box cover encloses all the wires and is completely flush before locking in place with the attached screw. The Flex-Z Fast™ bracket position can be adjusted from 16" to 24" between joists.
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INSTALLATION (NEW CONSTRUCTION) CONTINUED Insert fan body Assembled view detail 1 Guide parts Hook Guide parts 1 Insert fan body and slide into adaptor assembly using the guide parts until you hear a click from the hook. Secure fan body Joist Plug connector A 1 Flange Receptacle 2 Machine screw (M4X8) 1 When the flange overlaps the Flex-Z Fast™ bracket, secure it using 2 self-drilling screws. 2 Plug connector into receptacle and secure the fan body to adaptor using the machine screw (M4X8).
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MAINTENANCE (CLEANING) Disconnect power supply before working on unit. Routine maintenance must be done every year. Please wear gloves during the cleaning work. Never use gasoline, benzene, thinner or any other such chemicals for cleaning the ventilating fan. Do not immerse motor in water when cleaning. Do not soak resin parts in water over 140 °F (60 °C). Do not use cleaning sparys, solvents, or water on or near the sensor.
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PRACTICAL GUIDE TO INSTALLATION Properly insulate the area around the fan to 4-inch or 3-inch roof jack, wall cap, minimize building heat loss and gain. Loose fill or or soffit vent with backdraft damper batt insulation can be placed directly over the fan Mechanically connect duct to termination housing in the attic.