Safety Instructions; Before You Start; What You Will Need; General Information - Xpelair VX100 User Manual

Safety instructions

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge
if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play
with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance of the
appliance shall not be made by children.

Before you start

Check that the electrical rating shown on each fan matches the mains supply.
!
All installations must be supervised by a qualified electrician. Installations and
wiring must conform to current local regulations.
Do read the entire instruction leaflet before commencing installation.
Do make sure the mains supply is switched off before attempting to make
electrical connections or carry out any maintenance or cleaning.
The appliance is double insulated and does not require an earth connection.
This appliance is intended for connection to fixed wiring.

General information

Included in the box:
• 3 x screws and 3x wall plugs.
Tools for installation:
• 3 mm electrician's screwdriver and
No.1 or 2 Pozidriv screwdriver.
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Operate the fan using an on/off switch (not supplied).
Where to locate the fan
Locate it as high as possible. At least 110mm
!
from the edges of the mounting surface to
the centre of the hole. As far away as possible
from and opposite to the main source of air
replacement to ensure airflow across the
room (e.g. opposite the internal doorway).
Near the source of steam or odours.
Not where ambient temperatures are likely
!
to exceed 50°C. If installed in a kitchen,
fans must not be mounted immediately
above a cooker hob, or eye level grill.
If installing in a room containing a fuel
burning device which has a non-balanced

What you will need

Always check the appropriate size of
A
space before installing the fan.
Wall Mounting
B
• A ø100/120/150mm prepared hole.
• A n appopriate external Wall Grille and wall
sleeve duct.
flue, it is the installer's responsibility to
ensure that there is enough replacement air
to prevent fumes being drawn down the flue
when the fan is operating up to maximum
extract. Refer to Building Regulations for
specific requirements. Exhaust air must not
be discharged into a flue used for exhausting
of fumes from appliances supplied with
energy other than electric. Requirements of
all authorities concerned must be observed
for exhaust air discharge and intake flow
rates. Not suitable for use in possible
chemical corrosive atmospheres.
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