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INSTALLATION GUIDE Isodrive 1600 Under our policy of continuous product development, product speci cations may change without notice. Please refer to the online version of the manual for the latest updates and speci cations. www.schweigen.com.au Revision V4 06/05/22...
Welcome Thank you for purchasing your new Schweigen Isodrive system. To get the maximum output from this unit, please read through this guide before use and installation. This guide contains important information on the correct use and maintenance of the unit, as well as important safety notes.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance, it is not a toy. Do not install Isodrive motor to a non-Schweigen and/or non-silent rangehood. If you fail to do so, your warranty will be voided.
NOTE: Fan module and Steel ex ™ duct are acoustically matched. Use of semi-rigid or rigid ducting will result in increased noise and may void warranty. See installation instruction notes ‘Why Schweigen SteelFlex ™ Safety Duct’ . Recommended Installation Distance Isodrive 1600 motor, recommended 5 to 6 metres of SteelFlex ™...
Any installation problem must be reported to Schweigen. Call outs relating to incorrect installation will result in a service fee direct to the customer. Schweigen takes no responsibility for problems caused by faulty installation, this may void warranty.
For more SteelFlex ™ ducting instructions, refer page 19. Isodrive Motor Included in the box: Isodrive 1600 motor (405W x 220H mm approx.) Approx. 3 metre, 10amp cable and standard plug Fire resistant 150mm (160mm outside dimension) PVC riser pipe SteelFlex ™...
Please be aware that the 1600 motor is capable of expelling air at 1600m /hr. For more information on environmental noise limit and conditions please contact your local Council. We have a list of experienced installers available on the Schweigen website. Do not install the SteelFlex ™...
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4. Installation 1600 motor Weather shield attachment (only for 1600 motor) Power Cord 50mm Pipe protrusion above Dektite 150mm PVC Pipe (Locking holes fan end) Dektite Fix fan module using side locking screw Fit side supports to locate pipe Strap to supports Ring clamp Bell-mouth Adaptor Connect to...
NOTE: Cut 150mm PVC stormwater pipe to length and reslot ducting end. Ensure that fan end locking holes remain *Optional wall mounting ange (P40113MF) is available from Schweigen, please contact 1300 881 693. Figure 2: Flat roof installation Page 10...
Fitment Pipe Power cord to 240V supply Seal with silicone or urethane Locking screws to be fully tightened engaging in holes *Optional wall mounting ange (P40113MF) is available from Schweigen, please contact 1300 881 693. Figure 3: Wall installation Page 11...
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4. Installation IMPORTANT: When mounting pipe motor locking holes to be in outside end of pipe (motor end) Min 150mm long 150mm PVC pipe Locking holes at Hanging bracket 10 and 4 o’clock Bell-mouth Adaptor Weather shield upper most Locking Screw SteelFlex ™...
4. Installation Through Wall Installation with Backdraft Shutter Due to the weight and to create stability for the Isodrive 1600 motor, it is require to use a hanging bracket. Warranty will be void if a hanging bracket is not used.
4. Installation Fan Unit Shutter Assembly for Isodrive 1600 1. Assemble by tting shutter assembly into fan inlet shroud moulding, ensuring that attaching screws align with holes. Alignment can be checked visually by folding in shutter aps. 2. Fully tighten both screws and re-check tment into holes.
4. Installation Twin Motor Installation (suitable for rangehoods with two 200mm outlets) Where two motors are to be used, follow the method below. Each motor should have a separate ue pipe. Refer gure 7. The two motors can be wired by an electrician. 1600 motor Z: Minimum distance between the two fans is 600mm...
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4. Installation Twin Motor Installation (suitable for rangehoods with one 200mm outlet) Where two motors are to be used and there is only one 200mm outlet, follow the below methods for each motor then join into the “Y” piece prior to joining ducting to the canopy / rangehood. Refer gure 8. The two motors can be wired by one of the following methods: •...
Try to keep length of ™ SteelFlex ducting as even as possible other wise motors will draw air o each other *Optional parts are available from Schweigen, please contact 1300 881 693. Figure 9: Roof mount option Page 17...
Incorrect installation may reduce air ow or increase noise levels. Call outs relating to incorrect installation will result in a service fee directed to the customer. Schweigen will take no responsibility for problems caused by faulty installation. A list of experienced installers can be obtained from the Schweigen website www.schweigen.com.au.
6. SteelFlex ™ Safety Duct Assembling SteelFlex ™ Safety Duct SteelFlex ™ safety duct must be secured to either the bell-mouth adapter ring or a 200mm mounting pipe. Parts required: SteelFlex ™ safety ducting Steel ring clamp Bell-mouth adapter ring 200mm duct to 150mm riser 150mm PVC riser pipe 20mm self-drilling button head screws...
6. SteelFlex ™ Safety Duct Shallow Roof Space ™ In shallow roof spaces, do not crush or kink SteelFlex ducting, as it will reduce air ow severely. 90 degree curve made of PVC or galvanise can be used as a substitute for the bend. Use 90 degree curve PVC or galvanise curve to prevent crushing...
6. SteelFlex ™ Safety Duct Securing SteelFlex Safety Duct ™ ™ ™ SteelFlex safety duct must be installed with supports at maximum intervals of 1.5 metres. SteelFlex safety ductwork can be supported by using good quality ga er or aluminium foil tape. Provided that it does not restrict the internal diameter of the ducting.
7. Parts List Parts List for Isodrive 1600 For wall installation with no back drought system or at roof installation. Page 23...
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7. Parts List Parts List for Isodrive 1600 Number Part Number Description Quantity P1120 M4X160mm Pan Head Screw P1120N M4 KEPS Nut (not shown in gure) P1114 Capacitor 3.5 F P1100 Fan Motor Mounting Bracket P1102 Fan Base Spinning P1113...
8. Maintenance Roof Restoration or Cleaning Before doing your roof restoration or cleaning, please completely cover the outside motor system and avoid all chemical contact. IMPORTANT Any damages caused by the use of chemical products are not covered by warranty. Figure 16: Avoid chemical contact to motor system Page 25...
All information supplied is to be used for general reference purposes only and is on the understanding that Schweigen Home Appliances will not be liable for any loss, liability or damage of whatever kind arising as a result of any reliance upon such information. All pictures used in the guide are for illustrative purposes only.
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Australia Unit 4/1-5 Lake Drive, Dingley Village, Victoria 3172. Phone 1300 881 693 Email sales@schweigen.com.au Web www.schweigen.com.au New Zealand 5 Tolich Place, Henderson, Auckland 0610. Phone 0800 200 510 Email info.parex@emerson.com Web www.parex.co.nz...
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