Xpelair GX9 and Installation And Operating Instructions Manual - Xpelair Gx9 And Gxc9
Xpelair GX9 and GXC9
Installation and Operating
Instructions
LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION LEAFLET WITH THE
FAN, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE USER.
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Description
GXC9 (cord operated) and GX9 fans have the following features:
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Window, wall, panel or roof mounted.
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Are fitted with silent operation back draft shutters. (GX9).
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The GX9 can be extract, intake or “open shutter only”, using an integral
Fan Selector Switch.
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Trickle Ventilation setting.
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Can be installed with a controller. (GX9 only).
If used with a speed controller, the GX9 can intake or extract at selected speeds or
at variable speed depending on the type of controller, if used with an on/off switch,
the GX9 will intake or extract at high speed.
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What the installer will need
If installing the fan with an on/off switch.
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3 core cable
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A means for disconnection in all poles must be incorporated in the fixed wiring in
accordance with the wiring regulations.
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6mm Blade Large Screwdriver, 3mm Blade Electricians Screwdriver, No.s 1 & 2
Pozidriv Screwdrivers.
If wall mounting the fan, you will also need:
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Mortar (to make good the hole).
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Wall Kit WK9/8 or WK9/11 (Available from Xpelair) or a tube 253mm
internal diameter.
If window mounting the fan, you will also need:
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A single glazed non-operating window with a minimum glass thickness of 4mm.
If roof mounting the fan, you will also need.
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Roof cowl RC9.
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Roof mounting plate XRP9/12 for flat roof installation. (Both items available
from Xpelair).
If installing the fan with a controller (GX9 only).
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5 core cable. Note. Please check the instructions fro the controller.
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Where to locate the Fan
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Locate it as high as possible.
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At least 205mm from the edges of the wall or Window frame to the centre of the hole.
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As far away as possible from and opposite to the main source of air replacement to
ensure airflow across the room(e.g. opposite the internal doorway).
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Near the source of steam or odours.
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Not where ambient temperatures are likely to exceed 50ºC.
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When the fan is installed in a room containing a fuel burning appliance,
precautions must be taken to avoid the backflow of gases into the room from the
open flue of the fuel burning appliance.
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If the fan is intended to intake air, the inlet grille should be sited at a distance of at
least 0.5 metres from the discharge outlet of a flued heating or cooking appliance.
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When intended for use in possible chemical corrosive atmospheres, you must
consult our Technical Service Department.
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This product must not be installed in zone 0.
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This electrical product if installed in a shower room or bathroom, must be situated
so that it cannot be touched by persons making use of the bath or shower.
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Installing the isolating Switch and Cables
1. Check there are no buried Pipes or Cables e.g. Electricity, Gas, Water behind the
Switch location (in the Wall or above the Ceiling).
2. Lay in the Cable from the Isolating Switch to the Fan location.
3. Lay in the Cable from the Isolating Switch to the point of connection to the Mains Supply.
4. Install the Isolating Switch.
5. Make all connections within the Isolating Switch.
WARNING: Do not make any connections to the Electrical Supply at this stage.
For Australia only: These models are permanently connected to the supply and
operation is controlled by a remote switch. They should be Directly wired to the
supply through an approved 10A wall mounted surface with at least 3mm clearance
between contracts.
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Preparing the hole
If installing in a window, get a ready-cut pane to the dimensions given in Fig. 1.
If installing in a wall:
1. Make sure that the centre of the hole is located at least 205mm from the edges of
the wall.
2. Check there are no buried pipes of cables in the wall or obstruction on the outside
e.g. Electricity, Gas, Water.
3. Mark on the wall the centre of the hole and drill right through.
4. Draw a circle on this centre to suit the wall duct.
5. Cut a hole. Do not cut right through the wall.
(The recommended method is to drill a series of holes, close together, around the edge
of the cutting line and remove the brick between the holes with a chisel.
Warning: Eye protection must be worn).
6. Go outside and cut a hole in the outer wall, repeating the process described above.
7. Fit the ducting.
8. Make good the hole. Allow the Mortar to set before continuing the Fan installation.
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INSTALLING THE FAN
These appliances are intended for connection to fixed wiring. Check that the electrical
rating shown on the fan matches the mains supply. All installations must be supervised
by a qualified electrician. Installations and wiring must conform to current IEE
Regulations (UK). Local or appropriate regulations (other countries).
WARNING: THESE APPLIANCES MUST BE EARTHED.
It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that the appropriate Building codes of
Practice are adhered to.
This appliance is not intended
for use by persons (including
children and the infirm) with
reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use
of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
If you have any queries before installing these products or after they have been installed,
call the Xpelair Technical Hotline +44 (0)844 hours (UK only) and may be faxed at all
other times +44 (0) 844 372 7767. Customers outside the UK may contact your local
Xpelair Distributor.