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 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 WhisperCeiling Bathroom Fan FV-11VQ3:
This is my second one. The first one burned out in only one year. I'm hoping this one last longer. It works great super quiet.
6/28/2010
4.0
Quietest fan ever!
By maggie home remodeler
from Fairfield, CT
Pros
Circulates Air Well
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Air Circulation
Comments about Panasonic WhisperCeiling Bathroom Fan FV-11VQ3:
The fan is so quiet i had to ask the installer if it was connected. I was worried about the grill size but it is very simple and clean lined, it really is a great addition to a bathroom. The BathroomFanExperts company was extremely helpful on the phone with me answering my many questions. i would recommend this fan and this company.
6/24/2010
5.0
Powerful and Quiet
By Gabe
from Pittsburgh, PA
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Circulates Air Well
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Air Circulation
Smaller Rooms
Comments about Panasonic WhisperCeiling Bathroom Fan FV-11VQ3:
I installed this fan as a replacement in a bathroom that is about 7' x 8'. It eliminates the build up of steam and moisture that the old fan did not do very well. The fan is very quiet. Unless you are in the bathroom you cannot hear it running. It just emits a low hum. A vast improvement over the old one that was very noisy. Installation was fairly simple. Design and quality of the fan appear to be good.
6/13/2010
4.0
A great, quiet replacement.
By Schuman
from St. Louis Missouri
About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Circulates Air Well
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Air Circulation
Bathroom Exhaust
Comments about Panasonic WhisperCeiling Bathroom Fan FV-11VQ3:
Had to disassemble electric to install from below, but works very well, and is quiet. A great replacement to a contractor grade exhaust fan that was woefully inadequate and loud.
6/1/2010
5.0
Works great and quiet as can be
By Tim O
from Lancaster, PA
About Me Beginner
Pros
Circulates Air Well
Quiet
Cons
Nothing to mention
Best Uses
Air Circulation
Comments about Panasonic WhisperCeiling Bathroom Fan FV-11VQ3:
We replaced an older fan that could not hold up a tissue. The mirror in our bathroom does not get much fog on it at all. Only a little bit at the top and then it disappears in seconds. THis is extremely quiet unlike the one we replaced. I can heare the tv in the spareroom across the hall with this fan running. I would highly recommend this fan.
5/6/2010
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
No more foggy mirrors!
By Mom with teen girls
from Boston, MA
About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Circulates Air Well
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
bathroom
Comments about Panasonic WhisperCeiling Bathroom Fan FV-11VQ3:
Purchased for kids bathroom because our teenager takes extra long showers!! I didn't think our fan was noisy before but I can't even hear the new fan on at all! No more steamy windows or mirrors...love it!
5/5/2010
5.0
LOVE IT!
By Dan
from Oregon
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Circulates Air Well
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Panasonic WhisperCeiling Bathroom Fan FV-11VQ3:
The fan was as quiet as I expected. Instalation was easy after useing common sence and throwing away the install manual, I mean novel.
4/15/2010
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
4.0
Fan is ruffed in & passed inspection
By LG1
from Mahwah, NJ
About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Installed by electrican
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Pull steam from bathroom
Comments about Panasonic WhisperCeiling Bathroom Fan FV-11VQ3:
the fan was professionally installed. I only bought the fan on the contractor's recommendation.
3/23/2010
5.0
Fantastic fan!!!
By One Happy Customer
from St Louis MO
About Me Beginner
Pros
Circulates Air Well
Quiet
Cons
No cons at all
Best Uses
Air Circulation
Comments about Panasonic WhisperCeiling Bathroom Fan FV-11VQ3:
This is such great product! I am so glad that I found this website because the local stores like [...]' did not carry anything like this fan. The fans they did carry had 3 stars at best. My brother is an electrician and told me to get a Panasonic fan but I could not locate one anywhere until I found this website. I also ordered a Sprite handheld shower head which again none of the big stores carried. I will purchase anything else I need from these guys. The fan works perfectly, no fog on the mirrors at all and it holds the entire kleenex by itself which is the test I was alwasy told to try. The main reason I purchased this fan was because I was so sick of my loud fan, this one is super quiet. 5 stars across the board.
3/8/2010
5.0
You'll never buy another brand!
By Integrity Home Renovations
from Akron, OH
About Me Professional
Pros
Circulates Air Well
Easy to install
Made well
Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Air Circulation
Comments about Panasonic WhisperCeiling Bathroom Fan FV-11VQ3:
I've installed several Broan and Nutone exhaust fans; the quality of construction of the Panasonic is superior by far; the price in comparison to the 2 noted above is very fair. I'll never recommend anything but Panasonic to my customers!
