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Panasonic
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Air Quaility, Bath & Exhaust Fans, Ceiling Mount Bath Fans
Panasonic Bathroom Fan FV-40VQ3 380 CFM; 112.2 Watts 3.4 CFM/Watts: 3.0 sones Duct Diameter (inches): 6" Mounting Opening (inches sq.): 14 3/4" Grille Size (inches sq.): 17 11/16" So Quiet You Might Not Know it's On This WhisperCeilingT model features a totally enclosed condenser motor and a large, double suction blower wheel to quietly move air. A small wheel turning very fast will create more noise than a large wheel turning more slowly for a given airflow. Our fan uses a wide blower wheel that moves a large amount of air at reduced RPMs. The blower wheel is also designed to draw air in from both sides, which helps keep the noise down, as there is more area for the air to enter the wheel. In fact, it is quiet enough that you might not even know it's on. Continuous, Trouble-free Operation for Many Years This fan is designed to give you continuous, trouble-free operation for many years thanks in part to its high-quality components and permanently lubricated motors which wear at a slower pace. Also, since heat is always detrimental to motor life (the cooler the environment, the longer the motor will last), we designed the electrical configuration of this model's condenser motor to allow it to operate at lower temperatures, increasing the life of the motor and bearings. And, the fan housing is made of heavy-gauge zinc galvanized steel and painted to protect it from rust. User-Friendly Installation Detachable adaptors, firmly secured duct ends, adjustable mounting brackets (up to 26"), fan/motor units that detach easily from the housing and uncomplicated wiring all lend themselves to user-friendly installation. This model also features a double-hanger bar system for ideal positioning. Energy Star® Qualified for Energy Savings 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 our fans are Energy Star qualified and labeled accordingly. Tired of Cold Air Coming Through Your Ventilation Fan? This Panasonic fan has a built-in damper to prevent backdraft, which helps to prevent outside air from coming through the fan. Also, thanks to our efficient, cool running motors and fluorescent bulbs, it does not create excessive heat-a common problem with recessed lighting fixtures and some competitors' fan/light combinations. Loose fill or batt insulation can be placed directly over the fan housing to prevent heat from escaping.
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
It was sooo quiet!
By Marchesca
from Lexington, VA on 5/25/2009
from Lexington, VA on 5/25/2009
Pros:
Quiet
Best Uses:
Smaller Rooms
Describe Yourself:
Homeowner
Bottom Line:
Comments about Panasonic Panasonic WhisperCeiling Bathroom Fan FV-40VQ3:
It was so quiet that the electrician who installed it couldn't tell if it was running or not. Neither could the building inspector!
[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
Poor design, the electric box is wrong
By DJS from Huron, OH on 7/10/2008
from Huron, OH on 7/10/2008
Pros:
Quiet
Cons:
Can't mount on drywall
Describe Yourself:
Handyman, Homeowner
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Comments about Panasonic Panasonic WhisperCeiling Bathroom Fan FV-40VQ3:
as designed the electric box wont allow mounting in an existing drywall ceiling. Box should have been part of the assembly so it can slide into the mounting hole.