Panasonic FV-08VFL3 - Manual (Page 2)

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
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To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, observe the following:
9. Do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.
2. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock the service
disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the service
disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag,
to the service panel.
7. If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it must be marked as appropriate for the
application and be connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit lnterrupter) - protected branch circuit.
10. Canada only: Not to be installed in a ceiling thermally insulated to a value greater than R40.
15. Do not install the product as the method which is not approved in the instruction.
11. Do not disassemble the unit for reconstruction. lt may cause fire or electric shock.
12. A statement to the effect that when the product is to no longer be used, it must not be left in
place but removed, to prevent it from possibly falling.
14 . The special-purpose or dedicated parts, such as mounting fixtures, must be used if such parts are
provided.
3. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person (s) in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
5. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
6. Ducted fans must always be vented to the outdoors.
8. These models are UL listed for tub and shower enclosures.
4. Sufficient air is needed for proper combustion and exhausting of gases through the flue (chimney)
of fuel burning equipment to prevent back drafting. Follow the heating equipment manufacturer s
guideline and safety standards such as those published by the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA), and the American Society for Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
(ASHRAE) and the local code authorities.
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WARNING:
1. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. lf you have any questions, contact
the manufacturer.
13. Ceiling joist must be subjected to static load more than five times the weight of the product.
16. This product must be properly grounded.