[rbha]

I have just replaced my extractor fan in the bathroom and have encountered a problem. The extractor fan make/model is, MANROSE - VXF100S BASIC. I have connected it ok (i think) as it is working, however it does not seem to stop. It's connected to the light switch so immediately comes on via light being switched on.

This model does not have a timer. Usually they should stop max 10/15 mins.

Can anyone help?

 

[bob22]

"This model does not have a timer. Usually they should stop max 10/15 mins."

Does it stop when you turn off the light? If not, there must be a timer circuit built into it and it may be defective or you've a model that has a humidistat to control run time to get the humidity in the room to an acceptable level. The model # you provided does not seem to exist on the Manrose website's product listing. There is a LXF 100s that does not have a humidistat. Best check your model #.

 

[rbha]

problem with extractor fan

Hi Bob22

thx for yr msg. The model is correct. there are some websites showing it as XF100s rather than VXF. When the light is switched off it continues to rotate. This should stop after 10-15mins, however it is continuing non-stop. Haven't got a clue what the problem is!!!

 

[joed]

You wired it wrong?
Tell us how you wired it and maybe can tell you where the problem is.

 

[rbha]

problem with extractor

Hi Joed

the old extractor had three wire ports 1. live1, live2 and neutral. The new one had live1 and neutral.

So connected live1 to live1 and neutral to neutral. left live 2 alone

 

[gregzoll]

Post a picture of the unit where the wiring connects, and also a picture of the box where the switch is.

 

[bob22]

RBHA: Are you in the UK? If not, where? Only site I found for this fan was in UK. Wiring here (US) /there is different in some ways.

 

[joed]

Can you explain how it is supposed to work. Is is supposed to go on with the switch and then stay running after you turn off the switch?
Can you find infomation about installtion online and post the link. Could be second live wire is for the timer to keep fan running on timer after you turn off light and leave.
Does it go on and off with the light switch?

 

[rbha]

problem with extractor fan

Hi joed.

spot on mate. I connected the timer wire (extra L2 wire) instead the L1 wire. As the fan does not have a timer then the L1 wire is required. When I changed them around it worked. When I switch the light on/off then the fan starts/stops. Problem solved.

thx for all yr help