Panasonic WhisperGreen-Lite Bathroom Fan with DC Motor / Lights - FV-08VKL1
About This Bathroom Fan
| MFG: | Panasonic |
| MFG#: | FV-08VKL1 |
| Our#: | 171089 |
| CFM: | 80 CFM |
| Duct Diameter: | 4" |
| Sones (Loudness): | <0.3 |
| Grille Dimensions: | 13" x 13" |
| Mounting Opening: | 10-7/8" x 10-7/8" |
| Amp Draw: | 0.04 Amps |
| 3 Functions: | Fan, Light, Nightlight |
80 CFM: 5.9 Watts
7.2 CFM/Watt: 0.3 sones
6 Year Warranty on DC Motor
Duct Diameter (inches): 4"
Mounting Opening (inches sq.): 10 7/8"
Grille Size (inches sq.): 13"
Lights - 18 Watts X 2 plus 4 watt night-lite
Constant CFM Performance
This WhisperGreen™ model features built-in intelligence called SmartFlow™ Optimum CFM Technology. This unique "electronic-brain" lets the fan do what was once thought to be impossible: perform at a constant CFM regardless of elbows and other factors that might hinder performance. Basically, when a WhisperGreen™ fan faces static pressure, its speed is automatically increased to ensure that the desired CFM is actually achieved. This allows the fan to perform as rated and makes for easier installation because the installer no longer has to worry as much about compromising the fan's performance.
DC Brushless Motor
Panasonic's DC brushless motor provides unparalleled energy efficiency with its magnetic rotor and print circuit board. The magnetic rotor prevents energy loss while the print circuit board incorporates a unique IC chip which monitors and directs the RPM of the fan blade. The combination of these two unique features allows the DC motor to have higher energy efficiency than an AC motor.
Quiet Motor Means Quiet Operation
Panasonic is the first ventilation fan manufacturer to incorporate a DC motor in residential mechanical ventilation fans. The WhisperGreen™ series incorporates a totally enclosed DC motor designed for extremely quiet, energy-efficient operation. The permanently lubricated motor is also engineered for trouble-free, continuous run for several years.
Bright Ideas
Electronic ballast technology and two powerful 18-watt compact, flicker-free fluorescent lamps (included) assure strong light output along with super energy efficiency. And a 4-watt night-light is convenient for all, especially young families.
ENERGY STAR®-qualified products feature super-quiet operation and high CFM-to-Watt efficiency. The ENERGY STAR program was created to help consumers identify products that can save them money and protect the environment by saving energy. As an ENERGY STAR partner, all of our fans are ENERGY STAR-qualified and labeled accordingly.
FEATURES:
SmartFlow™ system for constant CFM output
Super energy-efficient DC motor
Ultra-quiet operation
ENERGY STAR®-qualified
Totally enclosed motor for long life
Easy installation (hanger bar system)
Rustproof paint treatment on galvanized housing
Built-in damper to prevent backdraft
UL Listed for tub/shower enclosure when used with a GFCI branch circuit wire
Thermal Fuse Protection
SPECIFICATIONS:
Duct Diameter (inches) 4
Air Volume (CFM)
80 at .10" statistic pressure
82 at .25" statistic pressure
Noise (sones) <0.3 at .10" statistic pressure
Power Consumption (Watts)
11.1 at .10" statistic pressure
21.5 at .25" statistic pressure
Energy Efficiency (CFMs/Watt)
7.2 at .10" statistic pressure
3.8 at .25" statistic pressure
Speed
733 at .10" statistic pressure
987 at .25" statistic pressure
Current
.09 at .10" statistic pressure
.17 at .25" statistic pressure
Power Rating (V/Hz) 120/60
Motor Type DC
Type of Motor Bearing Ball
Thermal Fuse Protection Yes
Blower Wheel Type Sirocco
Energy Star Qualified Yes
Mounting Opening (inches sq.) 10-7/8
Grill Size (inches sq.) 13
High/Low Delay Timer No
CustomVent Variable Speed Control No
SmartFlow Optimum CFM Technology Yes
UL Tub/Shower Enclosure Yes
Lamp Watts 2x18
Color Rendering Index 84
Color Temp (kelvin) 3500
Rated Life (hrs) 10,000
Lamp Model # FDS18E35/4
Night Light Watts 4
Washington State VIAQ Code Yes
California Title 24 Compliant Yes
Mfg in ISO 9001 Certified Facility Yes
BathroomFanExperts.com Price:
$252.00
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More Optional Accessories
Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from Carmel Valley, CA on 11/27/2009Comments about Panasonic WhisperGreen-Lite Bathroom Fan with DC Motor / Lights - FV-08VKL1:
Installation was a bit tricky, only because the elctrical box was a bit tight, and the 3 connectors for the fluorescnet light, the fan and the night light were too tighly bunched. But once, it installed it is a great fan/ light. Runs quite with good draw.
from Norfolk, MA on 8/21/2009Comments about Panasonic WhisperGreen-Lite Bathroom Fan with DC Motor / Lights - FV-08VKL1:
This fan/light was installed above an enclosed Lasco bathtub that is fitted with a Lasco fiberglass "canopy". Works great, provides needed light, and is quiet. Venting is through the attic to the roof.
from Bloomfield Hills, MI on 6/14/2009Comments about Panasonic WhisperGreen-Lite Bathroom Fan with DC Motor / Lights - FV-08VKL1:
Installed in med size bathroom (~65 sq ft) and works very well. The best feature is how QUIET it is! We installed it on a switch with a timer turn-dial so it can stay on past the length of the shower to completely remove steam from the bathroom. It isn't a very sleek design, but since its on the ceiling it's ok. The nightlight feature is good in case people need to find their way to the bathroom in the middle of the night. [...]
from Newarfk, CA on 6/3/2009Comments about Panasonic WhisperGreen-Lite Bathroom Fan with DC Motor / Lights - FV-08VKL1:
I replaced my old bathroom fan. It is really very very quiet and cool lighting. I love it.
from easthampton, ma on 2/17/2009Comments about Panasonic WhisperGreen-Lite Bathroom Fan with DC Motor / Lights - FV-08VKL1:
everything great
from South Portland, Maine on 1/5/2009Comments about Panasonic WhisperGreen-Lite Bathroom Fan with DC Motor / Lights - FV-08VKL1:
This is a great fan, much quieter than the horrible Nutone light/fan combo that it replaced. The Nutone was extremely noisy and cold air came in from the attic during the winter. The Panasonic is extremely quiet and I don't really feel any cold air coming through since the fan is high quality with a good damper, and I also caulked the base of the fan from the attic. The light illuminates the shower area well, and uses very little electricity with the 2 CFL bulbs that are included. We typically leave the fan on for hours at a time since it's rated for continuous run by Panasonic. I'm planning on a installing a basement bathroom in the next few months, and I'll buy the same fan again. I'm very pleased with it.
The fan came quickly and arrived in the original Panasonic box in great condition. I'm glad I chose this company to buy from since their prices were low and shipping was fast.
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from Southern Maine on 12/18/2008Comments about Panasonic WhisperGreen-Lite Bathroom Fan with DC Motor / Lights - FV-08VKL1:
Redoing the bathroom .. the girls made a wish list: New Tub, twin vanity, tile floor, new toilet AND A QUIET FAN!
Really, our old fan was so noisy at 1.5 sonds and 50cfm that the girls never used it ... made it too hard to hear the radio. The windows sweat, the walls sweat, the mirrors fog for an hour ... made me mad.
Purchased and installed this puppy ... wow! I powered it up with no load and not installed and it makes no noise. You put your hand in front of the air stream and it ramps up to keep the 80cfm rating then you finally start to hear it, but only if you are not talking and the radio is not playing.
I installed in on a 4" metal duct that curves up above the attic insulation then turns 180 degrees for a 6' run to my eaves where it terminated in a 90 degree "under eaves" diffuser.
Naturally, the dead ending partly blocks the air flow, and the unit ramps up to keep the rated cfm, which creates a bit more noise but you still have to stop moving, stop talking and have a quiet room to notice that the fan is running.
Our new tub is a dome top with an interior light, so I installed a double pole switch on the tub light and tied it in parallel with the fan ... so you can't shower without running the fan. Then I tied the 4W nite light to the fan wire along with a Leviton motion sensor.
When you walk in to the bathroom, you automatically get the nite light and the fan. I programmed the motion switch for a 5 minute delay off.
Now the mirrors never fog, the windows and walls never sweat, and the room never smells after people have done their thing. The girls never complain that they cant hear the radio while showering and without the nite light showing us that the fan is running ... you really cant tell. Having the nite light default on motion is not just good for the 2am trips, but guests dont have to hunt for switches when they first enter the room after dark ... I have had several guests comment on how cool that is.
The vanity lights are not installed while I sheet rock, so the only light is from the flourescent lighting in the fan ... it is bright enough to work/shave with ... just not quite enough to see under your chin while holding a hand mirror (8-)).
iaqsource sent me an email stating that the unit was out of stock. My first thought was "oh great another scam place that I have to haunt to get my product...like the electronics dealers" ... hapilly I was quite WRONG ... the day they said they were expecting restock, I received another email stating shipment and tracking number. the unit arrived on time, fresh, clean, new, pristine etc. Love it. The guys helping me sheet-rock have asked where and what so I am sending them the link to the page from iaqsource ... which is how I came to write this review.
from Rocky Hill, CT on 12/10/2008Comments about Panasonic WhisperGreen-Lite Bathroom Fan with DC Motor / Lights - FV-08VKL1:
Very quiet and powerful. It does get a little noisier with longer (20+ feet) exhaust ducts but it maintains its effectiveness.
from Long Beach, NY on 8/12/2008Comments about Panasonic WhisperGreen-Lite Bathroom Fan with DC Motor / Lights - FV-08VKL1:
I helped my friend put this in my house. Basically I held it up while he attached the screws to the joists and connected the wires. It went up fast (don't forget to switch off at the circuit-breaker!) I elected to hook up the fan with the light on as opposed to separate switches because I KNOW if the light is not on I will forget the fan is on (so quiet). Didn't bother with the night-light either because I am too lazy to do the wiring for another switch. The two 18 watt bulbs really light up the bathroom beautifully. Now my friend wants to replace his exhaust fan with a Panasonic. I'd say i got an excellent price with delivery from iaqsource.
from CT on 4/15/2008Comments about Panasonic WhisperGreen-Lite Bathroom Fan with DC Motor / Lights - FV-08VKL1:
Keeps the shower steam down to a minimum in the bathroom. Reliable product. Exactly as advertised. May require additional electrical wiring to take advantage of all the features (night lite, separate fan and overhead light).
