Panasonic Ventilating Fan Fv 05vk1 Installation Instructions

							Ventilating Fan
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Please
readthese
instructionscarefullybeforeattempting
toinstall,
operate or service the Panasonic Ventilating Fan. Failure to comply
with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property
damage. Please retain this booklet for future reference.
FV-05VK1
FV-08VK1
Table of Contents
Description
Dimensions32
2
Supplied Accessories
Wiring Diagram4
Specifications
13
14 6-84
54
Unpacking
General Safety Information
12VInstallation( Wooden Header )
10
12
Installation( In Existing Construction )VI
IInstallation( Joist Mounting- )I
III( -Joist Mounting )I Installation
Maintenance
Practical Guide to Installation
14Product Service
11Installation
( Between Joist Mounting )IV
8-10II( Joist Mounting- )II Installation 
						

							FV-05VK1
FV-08VK1
1 81Thumb screwLong screw
(M4X30)Quantity Appearance
Part name
Suspension
bracketII1
1
Suspension
bracketIII
Grille
Screw
(M4X10)II2
2Screw
(M4X8)I
These Panasonic ceiling mount ventilating fan models use a sirocco fan with dolphin-shaped blades driven by
brushless direct current motor. The motor is designed to have long operating life,high dynamic response,higher
speed ranges with saving energy. Double orifice technology is used to reduce noise. The grille covering the
main body is a spring-loaded,quickremove type. A damper for preventing counterflow is provided. The double
orifice technology and the sirocco fan are patented.
Suspension
bracketI1
2 
						

							Damper Fan bodyAdaptor
Grille
Part name Part name
No.
No.
1
2
3
46
7
8
Suspension bracketOrifice
Orifice cover Bracket cover
59
10Junction box cover
Junction box
Unit: ( )inches mmFV-05VK1
FV-08VK1
(For 16 inches on center joists, only use suspension bracket , for 19.2 inches on center joists, only use
suspension bracket , If more than 19.2 inches on center, use suspension bracket & .)I
III II III
9 1
102
37/8 98()
7
3
13 330()
10 1/4 261( ) 3 1/2 (90)
10 1/4 261()
12 1/8 (307)
12
37/8 98()
7
3
6
13 330()
10 1/4 261( ) 3 1/2 (90)
10 1/4 261()
12 1/8 (307)
3 1/2 (90)
5 1/8 130()
7 7/8 200()
4
3 1/4 (81)
8
1 (25)
5
13/4 45()
126()
5 1/8 130()
7 7/8 200()4
3 1/4 (81)
1 (25)
5
13/4 45()
126()
86
3 1/2 (90)
13 1/4~15 1/2 ( 336~394 )
16 1/2~18 3/4 ( 419~480 )
21 1/4~23 1/2 ( 540~597 ) 13 1/4~15 1/2 ( 336~394 )
16 1/2~18 3/4 ( 419~480 )
21 1/4~23 1/2 ( 540~597 )
3 
						

							Unpack and carefully remove unit from carton.
Refer to the Supplied Accessories list to verify that all parts are present.
HzV Air direction Model No.(W)
Power consumptionSpeed
(rpm)Air deliver at
0.1 WG (cfm)Weight
kg(Ib.)
Duct
diameter
(inches)Noise
(sone)
FV-05VK1
FV-08VK16.0 666 506.0 (13.2)
						

							CAUTION:
1. For general ventilating use only. Do not use to exhaust
hazardous or explosive materials and vapors.
2. Not for use in cooking area. (Fig .B)
3. This product must be properly grounded.
45o45o
Floor
Do not install above or(Cooking area)
inside this area
equipmentCooking
Fig. B
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, observe the following;
A. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have any questions, contact
the manufacturer.
B. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
C. 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 manufacturers
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.
D. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
E. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
F. These models are UL listed for tub and shower enclosures.
G. Do not use this unit with any solid-state control device. Solid state controls may cause harmonic distortion
which can cause motor humming noise.
H. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock the service disconnecting
means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the service disconnecting means
cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
I. NEVER place a switch where it can be reached from a tub or shower.
J. Not to be installed in a ceiling thermally insulated to a value greater than R40.
3. Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well as the National Electrical Code
(NEC) and the Occupation Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
4. Always disconnect the power source before working on or near the fan, motor or
junction box.
5. Protect the power cord from sharp edges, oil, grease, hot surfaces, chemicals or
other objects.
6. Do not kink the power cord.
7. Do not install the unit where ducts are configured as shown in Fig. A.
8. Provide suction parts with proper ventilation.
9. This unit is UL listed for use over a bathtub or shower when installed in a GFCI
protected branch circuit.Adaptor
Fig. A
1. Do not install this ventilating fan where air temperature may exceed 40 C (104 F).oo
2. Make sure that the electric service supply voltage is 120V, 60 Hz.
5 
						

							1. Before installation, open the orifice cover. Secure the fan
body to adaptor by using thumb screw. (Fig.1)
Fig.1
Fan body
Thumb screw
Orifice cover
Suspension
bracketI
Suspension
bracketIII
Suspension
bracketISuspension
bracketIII
Suspension
bracketI
Fig.2-1
Fig.2-2
Fig.2-3
Fig.2-4Fan body
Fan body
Fan body
Fan body
Suspension
bracketI
Suspension
bracketIII
Suspension
bracketII
6
Remove the tape
IMPORTANT:
Adaptor
Remove the tape from damper and adaptor
before installation.As show below:
Damper
2-Screw (M4X8)I
Suspension bracketIIISuspension bracketII
If spacing A on center joists is 24 inches, connect
suspension bracket and (C4 mark to C4 mark)
as show below :II III
Press and hold the claw of orifice cover to open
the orifice cover.
Orifice cover
Claw
2
1
2. Insert the supension bracket into the fan body and
adaptor. (select the suspension bracket as show below)
Spacing A on center Joists
Insert Suspension bracket
Refer to Fig. 2-1
Refer to Fig. 2-2
Refer to Fig. 2-3
Refer to Fig. 2-4 12 inches
16 inches
19.2 inches vertical joists
24 inches
Joists
A 
						

							Fig.3-2
Fig.4
Fan body
Joist
4-Long screws(M4X30)
Joist Fan body
2-Long screws
(M4X30)
2-Long screws
(M4X30)
Screw (M4X10)II
7
Junction box cover
Fig. 5
Conduit or wiring
Junction box
Lead wires
Green wiresWire nut
ConduitDuct
5. Remove junction box cover and secure conduit or
stress relief to junction box knock-out hole. (Fig.5)
6. Refer to wiring diagram of page 4.
Using wire nuts, connect house power wires to
ventilating fan wires:
black to black; white to white; green to green;
Replace the junction box cover.
CAUTION:
Mount junction box cover carefully so that lead
wires are not pinched.
7. Install a circular duct and secure it with duct tape
or clamps.
Fig.3-1
3. Install the suspension bracket and the flange of fan body
to joists by using long screws (M4X30) ( If spacing A
between joists is 12 inches, install the flange of fan body
according to Fig.3-2, others according to Fig.3-1 to install
the product)
4. Install the suspension bracket to joists by using long
screws (M4X30) and secure it to the fan body by
using screw (M4X10) (Fig.4)II
Duct tape 
						

							2. Insert the suspension bracket into the adaptor and
secure it to joists by using long screws(M4X30) (Fig.8)
Keep the distance B (7/8 inch, 21.6mm) for the
thickness of ceiling board.
Fig. 6
8.
(Fig.6) Finish ceiling work. Ceiling hole should be aligned
with the edge of the flange.
9. Insert mounting springs into slots as shown and
mount grille to fan body. (Fig.7)
8
Fig. 8
1. Open the orifice cover, disconnect plug connector
from receptacle and remove adaptor from fan body
before starting installation.
inches mm()
Ceiling
10 7/8(275)
10 7/8(275)
If spacing A between joists is 21 1/4 to 23 1/2
inches (540 to 597mm), connect suspension
bracket and (C4 mark to C4 mark) according
to page 8. Select the suspension bracket
according to spacing A as show below.II III
suspension
bracketsuspension
bracketIsuspension
bracketIIIsuspension
bracket &II III Spacing A
between Joists
inches (mm)13 1/4~15 1/2
(336~394)16 1/2~18 3/4
(419~480)21 1/4~23 1/2
(540~597)
2-Long screws(M4X30)Adaptor Joists Adaptor
2-Long screws
(M4X30)
A
Suspension bracket13 1/4~15 1/2 ( 336~394 )
16 1/2~18 3/4 ( 419~480 )
21 1/4~23 1/2 ( 540~597 )
inches mm()
Fig. 7
CeilingSlotMounting spring
Grille 
						

							Make sure that adaptor claws are properly inserted
into body slots.
IMPORTANT:
5. Insert the fan body into joists. (Fig.9)
6. Open the orifice cover, secure the fan body to
adaptor by using thumb screw. (Fig.10)
7. Plug connector to receptacle. (Fig.11)
When mounting
body and blower
separately
1. Loosen 3 screws (but
do not remove them
from blower). (Fig.12-1)
2. Remove blower section.
(Fig.12-2)
4. Insert fan body (without
blower section) into
joists. (Fig.9)
5. Secure the adaptor and
fan body by using thumb
screw. (Fig.10) 3. Remove adaptor from
fan body and secure it
to joists as in Fig.8 of
page 8.
Fig. 11Thumb
screwPlug connectorReceptacle
Fig. 10
Thumb
screw Orifice cover
Slots Duct
Adaptor
claws
Fig. 9
Fan body
Fig.12-2
Fan body
Blower
Fig.12-3
Fan body
Joist
Fig.12-1
Adaptor
3-Screws
3-Screws
Fig.12-4
Screw driver
Joist
9
3. Follow step 5 to 7 of the installation (page 7) to
complete the duct work and wiring.I
4. Insert to fan body
(refering to step 2 of installation , page 6)the suspension bracket in
I
7. Insert the blower into the
fan body. (Fig.12-3) 6. Secure the fan body
to joists by using long
screw(M4X30) (Fig.13
of page 10)
8. Secure the blower.
(Fig.12-4) and plug
connector to receptacle
(Fig.11)
Duct tape 
						

							CSuspension bracket
The suspension can comply with
different kind of -joists.III
III bracket
I
C3
C4
C1
C2
Fig. 13
2-Long screws
(M4X30)Screw (M4X10)II
10
Fig.14
Screw (M4X10)II Suspension
bracketIII
Fig.154-Long screws(M4X30)
I-joist
9. Follow step 8 to 9 of Installation (page 8) to
complete the installation work.I
3. Connect the ventilating fan to the joist. (Fig.15)I-
2. Connect the suspension to fan body. (Fig.14)
(Select the hole by checking -joist size and fix the screw
to the frame hole.)bracketIII
I 1. Before installation, open the orifice cover. Secure the fan
body to adaptor by using thumb screw. (Fig.1 of page 6)
4. Follow step 5 to 9 of installation (page 7~page 8) to
complete the installation work.I
8. Secure to joists by using
long screws(M4X30) and secure it to fan body by
using screw (M4X10) in vertical direction (Fig.13)the suspension bracket
II
C1
C2
C3
C44 kinds of joist
inches (mm)I-
9/16 ( )14.3
11/16 (17.5)
31/32 (24.6)
1 17/32 38.9()