Low-Profile Housing for Smaller Ceiling Cavities Do you have 2" x 6" joists in your ceiling? Are you having trouble finding a ventilating fan that will fit in this small cavity? Well, this model was made just for you. Designed to fit 2" x 6" joists or larger, this low-profile fan doesn't sacrifice performance for size. An optional 3" duct adaptor1 is also included for those areas where a smaller duct is necessary.
So Quiet You Might Not Know it's On This WhisperFitT fan 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 StarŽ 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.
Comments about Panasonic WhisperFit Low Profile Bathroom Fan FV-08VF2:
fast deliver and good communication ie tracking
6/4/2012
5.0
Excellent quality, Low Noise
By Nick
from SF Bay Area, CA
About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Compact
Construction quality
Install instructions
Lightweight
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Bathroom
Comments about Panasonic WhisperFit Low Profile Bathroom Fan FV-08VF2:
Great product but retrofitting a bath fan is not an easy task. To do it right takes time, tools, other materials, and patience. Expect to spend 6 + hrs to do a quality job for a simple install. Add more for complex configurations. Otherwise hire a contractor.
2/7/2012
5.0
PANASONIC VENT FANS ARE EXCELLENT
By LUIGI
from FRESNO , CA.
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Easy to install
Lightweight
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Bedroom
Home Office
Living Room
Comments about Panasonic WhisperFit Low Profile Bathroom Fan FV-08VF2:
AFTER INSTALLATION WAS COMPLETE, I TURNED IT ON AND THOUGHT I HAD FORGOT TO WIRE SOMETHING. IT IS THAT QUIET! I HAD CONSIDERED AN INLINE FAN SET-UP, BUT THIS WORKED OUT GREAT. I BOUGHT A SECOND ONE FOR THE OTHER BATH, AND WILL BUY ANOTHER ONE FOR MY BATHROOM. EVERYONE WHO HEARS THEM ARE SO IMPRESSED BY THE LACK OF NOISE. I HOPE THEY LAST A LONG TIME.
1/31/2012
4.0
A perfect bathroom vent-fan
By Kate
from Las Vegas area
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Easy to install
Good looking
Lightweight
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Bathroom
Laundry Room
Comments about Panasonic WhisperFit Low Profile Bathroom Fan FV-08VF2:
We installed three of these fans in our bathrooms. They are so quiet that it is difficult to tell if they are on. Therefore, we wired in a timer switch so that they automatically turn off after 5-20 minutes. We find these units a great value--they perform well and didn't cost a lot.
11/4/2011
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
Used to vent my wine room compressor
By Howie
from Washington state
About Me Professional
Pros
Compact
Easy to install
Lightweight
Quiet
Cons
There are none
Best Uses
Bedroom
Kitchen
Comments about Panasonic WhisperFit Low Profile Bathroom Fan FV-08VF2:
I have been using panasonic fans for quite some time. The product is excellant and quite as a church mouse.
11/1/2011
4.0
worth the extra money
By cat lover
from NC
About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Quiet
Cons
Difficult Setup
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic WhisperFit Low Profile Bathroom Fan FV-08VF2:
we need a fan that can run continuously in the laundry room where the cat food and litter box is. After burning through 2 $30 fans from a big box store, an upgrade was in order. Because this fan needed a bigger opening, we had it professionally installed, so that was an additional expense; but it was worth every penny. this fan does not move more air than what it replaced, but it is more than 4 X quieter. Unless you are in the room with it, you can't hear it. Whenever the bathroom fans give out, I will want to replace them with this fan.
10/25/2011
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
4.0
Well bulit, quiet and easy to install.
By Electrician
from Beacon,NY
About Me Professional
Pros
Easy to install
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic WhisperFit Low Profile Bathroom Fan FV-08VF2:
No surprises
10/2/2011
5.0
Will buy again
By Tomco
from Ottawa Canada
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Lightweight
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Bathroom
Comments about Panasonic WhisperFit Low Profile Bathroom Fan FV-08VF2:
Plan to replace a old noisy Broan bathroom fan
9/19/2011
(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
Panasonic whisperfit FV-08VF2
By Normcon
from Paw Paw, MI.
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Easy to install
Quiet
Reduced to 3' EXHAUST
Cons
Best Uses
Bathroom
Comments about Panasonic WhisperFit Low Profile Bathroom Fan FV-08VF2:
replaced a contractor grade noisy fan
9/15/2011
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
Definitely Worth It.
By Ram
from Sachse, TX
About Me Beginner
Pros
Easy to install
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Bathroom
Comments about Panasonic WhisperFit Low Profile Bathroom Fan FV-08VF2:
Extremely quiet. Cannot notice it's on while shower is running, unless you're listening for it. Install took less time than expected. The wiring confused me just a bit with the 2 green wires, but once I figured that out, final install went quick.