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Vent-Axia Lo-Carbon Intelligent extract fan for bathrooms or toilets...
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Thank you for choosing this product from Vent-Axia. Before installing and using the fan, read through this manual / these instructions for use. Then keep it safe so that you can use it for reference in future. Warning! This product is not intended for use by persons (including children)
DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS • Automatic moisture detection system Vent-Axia Lo-Carbon iQ is equipped with fully automatic humidity control, which means the fan learns to run only when it can make a difference. • Timer Selectable delay time – 5, 15 or 30 minutes.
Lo-Carbon iQ Fan INSTALLATION GUIDE Contents The packaging should contain the following: • • 2 adapters, 1 x Ø98 mm and 1 x Ø118 mm • Manual • Accessory bag with 4 screws and plugs, a pull cord with toggle, and insulation for the standard cable type (FK)
Wiring • Installation work should be performed by a qualified electrician. • The fan is double insulated and must not be earthed. • The fan is fitted with a multi-pole switch and does not require a pre-wired external switch. 1 Push the multi-pole switch up to position 0 – OFF. 2 The cable can be installed either along the surface using entries A in the chassis or concealed using the B inlets in the chassis.
Lo-Carbon iQ Fan Installation options The fan can be installed in any of three ways depending on the desired function, as detailed below: 1 Humidity control only, see diagram 1 The fan is connected to constant phase (L) and neutral (N) for automatic humidity control.
Use an ordinary round file to create a smooth cut-out at a suitable place in the front cover. Do NOT use pliers or similar tools, as these may cause the cover to crack. Connecting the pull cord switch A pull cord can be installed for activating the timer manually or for pausing the fan.
Lo-Carbon iQ Fan Factory setting • timer – 5 minutes • humidity speed – silent SPEED (70% of max.) • timer speed – 70% of max. • constant operation – off TIMER CONSTANT TIMER Restore factory settings Hold the S-button in for a minimum of 5 seconds.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Selecting humidity sensitivity mode Bathroom climates may vary depending on a number of factors: room size, the presence of any natural draught ventilation, temperature, etc. These factors may have a bearing on fan humidity response, causing it to start too quickly or too slowly. The factory setting is position 2: normal humidity response, which works best in most cases.
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Lo-Carbon iQ Fan Pause function using momentary switch You can pause the fan for one hour by engaging an external momentary switch. This can be connected as shown in diagram 3 on page 7. With this function selected, you will be unable to use the delayed...
LED INDICATORS What is the fan doing? Vent-Axia Lo-Carbon iQ is equipped with a three-colour LED indicator: yellow, blue and purple. These three colours tell the user what the fan is doing and which function is currently controlling the motor.
Lo-Carbon iQ Fan MAINTENANCE Vent-Axia Lo-Carbon iQ is designed to work efficiently for many years. The fan needs to be cleaned at regular intervals if it is to function properly. These intervals are determined by duration of fan operation and air quality.
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Clean the fan's blades with a brush or paintbrush. Clean the fan cover with a polishing cloth moistened with water and possibly a mild detergent. NB! Never use solvents or similar products on any part of the fan, as there is a risk of them damaging the fan's plastic components! Never submerge the fan in water, as there is a risk that this could damage the fan's motor.
Complaints concerning the product are to be made to the point of purchase. RECYCLING This product must not be disposed of with household waste, but must be recycled at a suitable recycling location in the local municipality. For more information, see www.vent-axia.com www.vent-axia.com/iq...
ACCESSORIES There are a number of accessories available for Vent-Axia Lo-Carbon iQ to help you as user install the product as smoothly as possible. For the full range of accessories see www.vent-axia.com For optimum ventilation, you must ensure that sufficient air can enter the bathroom.
Lo-Carbon iQ Fan TECHNICAL DATA Maximum capacity 37 l/s Sound pressure level 3 m (Silent mode) 21 dB(A) Power consumption 2.1 - 5.5 W 0 - 30 mm Mounting dimensions in wall Holes 105 -130 mm Material ABS plastic Protection rating...
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The fan does not start The fan is newly installed and has never been started: Check that the fan impeller runs freely. Check the position of the safety switch. It must be in position I – ON. Disconnect the power supply to the fan – move the safety switch to position 0 –...
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0. Then return the switch to I (On). If the fan still does not work as described in this guide, contact the retailer or Vent-Axia by sending an e-mail to: info@vent-axia.com www.vent-axia.com/iq...
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Email: sales@vent-axia.com Supply & Service All sales made by Vent-Axia Limited are made only upon the terms of the Company’s Conditions of Sale, a copy of which may be obtained on request. As part of the policy of continuous product improvement Vent-Axia reserves the right to alter specifications without notice.