Panasonic FV-08VQL5 Whisper-Lite 80 CFM Ceiling Mounted Fan/Light Combination, White
Totally enclosed condenser motor/blower rated for continuous run
Motor equipped with thermal-cutoff fuse for extra safety
Grill attaches directly to housing with torsion springs
Fan housing housing for fan has rust proof paint and a galvanized steel body
Includes two 18-watt energy efficient compact fluorescent lamps, one 4-way night light
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WhisperLite 80 CFM Ceiling Mounted Fan/Light Combination Add Some Overhead Light to Your Room This Unit Not Only Ventilates the Air in Your Room, but Provides Overhead Lighting as Well. One 32-Watt Compact Fluorescent Lamp will Provide Plenty of Overhead Lighting while the Convenient, 4-Watt Nightlight will Help You Find Your Way Through the Room in the Dark. Quiet Operation at .25" Water Gauge WhisperLite Fans Feature a Totally Enclosed Condenser Motor and a Double-Tapered, Dolphin Shaped Bladed Blower Wheel to Quietly Move Air. Since .1" w.g. is an Unrealistic Amount of Static Pressure when Installed, Our Fans have Been Rated at .25" w.g., the Industry Standard for Performance Measurement for ASHRAE, ENERGY STAR, LEED for Homes, and HVI. Panasonic Leads the Way with Incomparable Sone Levels at Both .1" and .25" w.g. 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
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Panasonic FV-08VQL5 Whisper-Lite 80 CFM Ceiling Mounted Fan/Light Combination, White
This review is from: Panasonic FV-08VQL5 Whisper-Lite 80 CFM Ceiling Mounted Fan/Light Combination, White (Tools & Home Improvement)
A contractor friend who specializes in bathroom remodels strongly recommended Panasonic ceiling fans to me. He put one of the larger models in a bathroom he did for me and I was very satisfied. When it came time to replace a fan in another bathroom, I chose the FV-08VQL5. This is a small space (50 square Feet), and this fan works fine. It removes moisture from hot showers without problems or delay. Its also quiet. Furthermore, I like the sturdy, adjustable mounting brackets that allow easy positioning, regardless of joist spacing. Also, the way the grill attaches on extended springs allows the fan to be recessed above drywall, making a retro fit easy. The light is fine. Its florescent, which another reviewer didn't like, but its economical to run and throws plenty of light. But I understand why some people don't like florescent. And finally, when you hold the fan and inspect it, its well made- it has some heft.
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It sucks in a good way. Keeps the moisture from condensing on my mirrors and walls from hot showers. It's very quiet, as other reviewers indicate, though I kinda thought the noise would be almost imperceptible. Not really--you know it is on when in the room, but once you leave the room, you won't be able to hear it. Put it on a timer in order to avoid leaving it on by accident and wasting energy. Our fan noise should be reduced when I make some adjustments to the duct work, including increasing the duct size from 4" to 6". The manufacturer says this could make the fan work even better. By the way, Panasonic has very good customer support and answered all my questions prior to purchase.
The 32 watt fluorescent bulb is plenty bright. The light hue it sheds is perhaps best described as closer to sunlight than the standard 60 watt incandescent (which gives off a yellowy hue). However, the light is slightly harsh and washes colors out a bit. I'm not a fan (pun not...Read more
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I was looking for a bathroom fan to replace our existing noisy fan. I chose this because it was in the right range for CFMs and rated as very quiet.
Very happy with the result. It's quiet enough that it's not noticeable over the noise of the water, and I can't hear it from outside when the bathroom door is closed. It does a good job of venting.
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