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Xpelair Toilet/Bathroom Fans DX100, DX100PC, DX100T, DX100H, DX100HP DX100PIR & DX100VTD installation & operating instructions
Please leave this leaflet with the fan for the benefit of the user
Installing the fan
These appliances are intended for connection to fixed wiring. Check that the electrical rating shown on each fan matches the mains supply.
THESE APPLIANCES ARE DOUBLE INSULATED AND DO NOT REQUIRE AN EARTH CONNECTION.
All installations must be supervised by a qualified electrician. Installations and wiring must conform to current IEE Regulations (UK), local or appropriate regulations (other countries).
If you have any queries before installing these products or after they have been installed, call the Xpelair Technical Hotline
+44 (0) 8709 000430. Our engineers are there to help you during normal office hours (UK only) and may be faxed at all other times on
+44 (0) 8709 000530.
Customers outside the UK should contact your local Xpelair distributor.
Description
Xpelair fans have the following features:
•Universal mounting kit allows window/ wall panel/ ventilation shaft/ ceiling mounting options.
•Single speed extraction
DX100
•Operate the fan using an on/off switch (not supplied).
DX100PC
•Operate the fan using integral pull cord.
DX100T
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DX100H
•Operates either when triggered automatically by the humidity sensor or when turned on at the on/off switch (light indicates when fan is operating in manual mode).
DX100HP
•Operates either when triggered automatically by the humidity sensor or when turned on using the integral pull cord switch (light indicates when fan is operating in manual mode).
DX100PIR
•An integral body movement sensor operates the fan as long as movement is detected.
DX100VTD
•Operate the fan using the on/off switch (not supplied). The fan will not start for approximately 2.5 minutes (+/- 27%).
After this time, the fan will operate. When the fan is switched off, it will continue to operate for approximately 7.5 minutes (+/- 27%).
What the installer will need
•A double pole isolating switch with a minimum contact gap of 3mm (wall or ceiling mounted).
•If metal switch boxes are used, earthing regulations must be followed.
•Suitably rated
•Suitably rated
•3mm electrician's screwdriver and no.1 or 2 Pozdriv screwdrivers.
•A wall or ceiling on/off switch with
•To prevent a possible hazardous situation from water ingress, a condensation trap (Xpelair no. XCT100) must be fitted as close as possible to the fan in all situations where any section of the duct work is positioned higher than the fan itself.
If wall mounting the fan, you will also need
•Masonry drill, hammer & chisel (or core drill equipment if available).
•Mortar to make good the hole if required.
If window mounting the fan
•You will need a window pane between 3mm and 6mm thick (preferably 4mm).
•Do not install in glass 3mm thick if the window pane area is more than 0.2sq.m.
•If installing in sealed double glazing, a specially manufactured unit should be obtained from the glazing manufacturer. You will also require a special kit, Xpelair Cat. ref. DXDG.
•If installing in sash windows, you should mount the fan in the upper window. Secure the upper sash in the closed position and fit stops just below the level of the fan, to prevent damaging it when the sash is raised.
•If installing in a panel which is between 9mm and 46mm thick, you will need a special kit, Xpelair Cat. ref. DXDG. Do not install these fans in a panel which is more than 46mm thick.
If ceiling mounting the fan
You will need to use the appropriate ancillaries for termination. These items are available from Xpelair.
1.WT10 - Termination ducting kit.
2.CFWG100 - Soffit board termination grille (white or brown).
3.FD100 / 3 and FD100 / 6 - Flexible ducting.
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
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