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4. installation

Eaves Installation

After ensuring sufficient clearance exists for the mounting flange and ducting, refer figure 1, cut a 
circular hole 165mm Ø, maintaining adequate clearances. the eaves sheeting should be reinforced.

Pre-drill mounting flange recess. Refer figure 3.

If access to the eaves space is restricted, before fixing mounting flange to eaves, preassemble 
mounting flange, PVC pipe, bell-mouth adaptor and flexi-duct then feed up into roof space. 
Remember to run power cord through the assembly and out the slotted PVC pipe wall, refer figure 3.

Fit fan module to mounting flange by placing in position, rotating clockwise to engage bayonet 
fingers then secure by screwing in locking screw (while holding fan module firmly in the fully clockwise 
position).

ensure that one of the three 
bayonet fingers is accessable 
for securing locking screw

Bell-mouth adaptor

Roof Cladding

locking screw

Pre-drill mounting 
flange recess and 
secure to reinforced 
eaves sheet using #8 
self tapping screws

Wall

eaves

top Plate

150mm ducting

Roof Frame/truss

Figure 3

IMPoraNT

For more flexible ducting instructions, refer page 19.

NoTE: ensure that power cord 
is feed through exit slot and is 
not allowed to double back 
restricting fan inlet.

Summary of Contents for Hi Flow VX120

Page 1: ...installation guide Hi Flow VX120 Revision V2 HOME APPLIANCES www schweigen com au...

Page 2: ...Flow VX120 Motor ________________________________________________________________________________________ 7 4 Installation Roof Installation ___________________________________________________________...

Page 3: ...well as important safety notes This will ensure your personal safety and the lasting value of your Schweigen Hi Flow system We trust that you will enjoy your new Schweigen Hi Flow system Please alway...

Page 4: ...on the rating label Electrical Cord Ensure the supply cord is not exposed to heat chemicals or sharp objects If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer service agent or a s...

Page 5: ...d using 100mm PVC pipe as the initial connection duct to the fan module and is supplied with a 100mm PVC pipe to 150mm flexible duct bell mouth adaptor Ducting runs should be more than 2 metres away f...

Page 6: ...trongly recommend the use of rigid ducting over fully flexible ducting This may well be the case with conventional rangehoods with internal motor rangehood Schweigen s unique Hi Flow system works in t...

Page 7: ...pprox 4 metres 150mm 160mm OD1 diameter 4 Bell mouth adoptor ring 150mm duct to 100mm riser Not included in the box A Optional Back draft shutter for 150mm ducting Refer to page 13 for more informatio...

Page 8: ...outh adaptor Slot option 20 min 20 min Bell mouth adaptor Min 90mm long PVC pipe Connect to rangehood To fan Cover Rangehood Electrical connection between rangehood and remote fan module Connect to ma...

Page 9: ...adding at upper edge as shown in figure 1 Roof Mount Option Maximum recommended protrusion is 400mm Fit mounting flange refer figure 2 to pipe using silicon sealant then tape in position until sealant...

Page 10: ...ble ducting 5 metre max Connect to rangehood Power cord Bell mouth adaptor Slot pipe for power cord exit Cover with ducting tape if required Optional bend Slot option Roof Installation imporant For mo...

Page 11: ...out the slotted PVC pipe wall refer figure 3 Fit fan module to mounting flange by placing in position rotating clockwise to engage bayonet fingers then secure by screwing in locking screw while holdin...

Page 12: ...side is limited but if unrestricted Refer to EAVES INSTALLATION and figure 4 Min 20mm Note Ensure that power cord is feed through exit slot and is not allowed to double back restricting fan inlet Flex...

Page 13: ...Flexi duct Flexi duct Use duct tape to secure flexi duct to shutter system In line shutter system Back Draft Shutter System for 150mm Ducting optional This back draft shutter suitable for Hi Flow VX1...

Page 14: ...y Verticle Installation Figure 6 shows an example of verticle installation If space is allowed it could be installed near the ranghood outlet Horizontal Installation If you have a narrow roof space yo...

Page 15: ...motor only This back draft shutter system cannot be installed in eave type installation Figure 8 Figure 9 Back draft shutter system Bell mouth adaptor Fit flexi duct over shutter assembly Tape over fl...

Page 16: ...on Example Connect to rangehood Connect to motor Cover Connect to main power Use reducer 150mm to 200mm Use smooth flowing curves for maximum airflow Remove excess ducting by trimming to length DO NOT...

Page 17: ...Page 17 7 Measurements Measurements for Hi Flow VX120 Figure 12 157mm 110mm 195mm 278mm 28mm 35mm minimum 35mm 29mm 370mm...

Page 18: ...ct installation may reduce airflow 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...

Page 19: ...y 90 degree curve PVC or galvanise curve can be used as a substitute for the bend refer to figure 14 Figure 14 Figure 15 90 degree curve PVC or galvanise curve Important Note Please do not crush or ki...

Page 20: ...hanging beams should be installed in such a manner as to ensure the changes of direction are gradual Support of the ducting with the use of hangers may be require see option 2 Note Ducting should be...

Page 21: ...doing your roof restoration or cleaning please completely cover the outside motor system and avoid all chemical contact imporant Any damages caused by the use of chemical products are not covered by w...

Page 22: ...sclaimer Under our policy of continuous product development product specifications may change without notice Prospective purchasers should therefore check with the retailer to ensure this publication...

Page 23: ...Page 23 Notes...

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