BG ELECTRICAL 887-01 100W Fan Controller Instruction Manual
- June 11, 2024
- BG Electrical
Table of Contents
BG ELECTRICAL 887-01 100W Fan Controller Instruction Manual
Wiring Instructions
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1. Power Off
Before commencing work always isolate the power at the consumer unit / fuse box.
*Note – If your installation uses a four-lug metal mounting box, remove the top and bottom lugs or bend fully back. -
2a. Replacing an existing accessory
1. Unscrew the accessory from the wall/mounting box.
2. Note the cable connections:
The illustration shows 1 wire of each colour connected to each terminal.
There should be an additional connection between the mounting box earth terminal and the accessory earth terminal.
3. Unscrew each terminal to release the wire. -
2b. New installation
1. Install mounting box (metal or moulded) for either flush or surface mounting, ensuring appropriate size of product.
2. Select the most suitable entry point of the mounting box (knock-out) and route the cables through. If a metal box is used, a cable grommet should be fitted to the entry point.
3. Cables should be prepared so a sufficient conductor length reaches the terminals. Strip the ends of the individual conductors leaving an adequate length bare to enter terminals. -
3. Connection (See diagram)
1. Line up the new accessory to mounting box and take note of where each terminal is located.
2. Connect each wire to the matching terminal.
An earth connection should always be made between the mounting box earth terminal and the accessory earth terminal, where fitted.
All bare earth wires must be sheathed with green/yellow sleeving.
When connecting the new accessory ensure that only the bare end of the wire enters the terminal and no bare wires are visible.
3. Tighten terminal screws securely. [Do not over tighten) -
4. Complete Installation & Test
1. Carefully position the accessory into the mounting box, ensuring that no wires are trapped between the plate and the wall and secure with screws (do not over tighten) then insert screw covers (optional).
2. Once the installation has been completed correctly, replace the fuse/ reset MCB (trip), switch the power back on at the consumer unit and test.
Additional Advice for Decorative Products
Fixing method varies depending on which product range is supplied.
Always ensure wall surface is reasonably flat and smooth, with no bumps or
projections. Metal front plates WITH screw fixing holes, fix the unit to the
back box using two fixing screws supplied. All Decorative products MUST have
an earth connection between the front plate and back box.
Front plates WITHOUT screw fixing holes. These products comprise main unit
with integral gasket, and front plate as separate item. Fix unit to back box
using two fixing screws supplied. Clip front plate onto main assembly,
ensuring screwdriver notch is located bottom right hand corner.
To remove plate, place medium size flat bladed screwdriver in notch and lever
off against gasket.
Safety Warning
For your safety, this product must be installed in accordance with local Building Regulations. If in any doubt, or where required by the law, consult a competent person who is registered with an electrical self-certification scheme. Further information is available on line or from your Local Authority.
Please read carefully and use in accordance with these safety wiring
instructions. Before commencing any electrical work ensure the supply is
switched off at the mains. Either by switching off the consumer unit or by
removing the appropriate fuse or turning off MCB (trip). Wiring should be in
accordance with the latest edition of the IET regulations (BS 7671).
To prevent fire hazard always use cable of the correct rating & type for the
application.
Warning do not exceed the load rating of this device as stated on the rear of
the product.
Wire Identification – Twin & Earth Cable
Note – As from 1st April 2004 new colour codes for hard wire installations
were introduced.
EARTH= Green/Yellow Sleeving
NEUTRAL= Black (pre Apr 04) / Blue (after Apr 04)
LIVE= Red (pre Apr 04) / Brown (after Apr 04)
Connection Diagram
Fan Controller Operation
For use with ventilation fans up to 100W.
This controller has four speeds:
Care
To maintain the high quality appearance of decorative finish switches and sockets, BG Electrical recommend the use of a soft cloth periodically to clean the front face. When installing a decorative product please ensure that the wall is decorated, finished and free of moisture prior to installation.
BG Electrical recommends avoiding using, but not restricted to. these substances from becoming in contact with the decorative metal front plates when cleaning or decorating:
- Adhesive tape, including low tack masking tape
- Solvents
- White spirit
- Multi surface cleaners
- Industrial multipurpose cleaning wipes
- Wet wipes
Using items like those listed above may cause a degrading effect to
the front plates lacquer/plated finish, although the function will remain
unaffected.
Technical
Voltage : 220-240V ac
Frequency: 50/60Hz
Max Fan: 100W
Terminal capacity : 2 x 1.5mm2 1 x 2.5mm2
Min box depth (profiled plates) : 25mm
Min box depth (flat plates) : 35mm
Batch Code explanation
yyWxx Manufacturing date code, of manufacture (yy) and week of manufacture (Wxx)
Address/Helpline
Luceco PLC
Stafford Park 1
Telford TF3 380
ENGLAND
(EU) Luceco SE
C/ Bobinadora 1-5
08302 Malara, Barcelona SPAIN
If you have further technical assistance you can get in touch with our
Technical Helpline on: +44 (0)3300 249 279
[email protected]
Environmental Protection
This symbol is known as the “Crossed-out Wheelie Bin Symbol”. When this symbol is marked on a product or battery, it means that it should not be disposed of with your general household waste. Some chemicals contained within electrical/ electronic products or batteries can be harmful to health and the environment. Only dispose of electrical/electronic/ battery items in separate collection schemes, which cater for the recovery and recycling of materials contained within. Your co-operation is vital to ensure the success of these schemes and for the protection of the environment.