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Carver Fanmaster - User Manual

Carver Fanmaster
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CARVER
FANMASTER
WARM
AIR FAN HEATER
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Summary

General Description

Product Functionality

The Fanmaster is an automatically controlled fan designed to distribute warm air through ducts.

Heating Options

Air can be heated by the Carver heater or Fanmaster's integral elements, not simultaneously.

Power Requirements

Integral elements use 230v AC, fan/control uses 12v DC. Remote control is standard.

Specification

Heating Element Supply

230v AC, 8.1 amp, 1863 W, fused at 10-13 amp.

Fan and Control Supply

12v DC, 1.5 amp, 18 W, fused at 5 amp.

Air Delivery and Weight

100m³/h maximum air delivery and 3.05Kg weight.

Safety Features

Thermistor for air temp sensing and manually resetable over-temperature trip.

Approvals and Standards

Approved to BS/EN standards; suitable for caravans complying with BS 4626.

Warnings

Installation Recommendations

Recommended installation by competent electrician, certified by NICEIC.

Gas Fitter Requirements

Gas fitting work must be done by a competent gas fitter.

Electrical Hazard

Uses 230V mains supply; exercise extreme caution during installation.

Pre-Installation Safety

Disconnect caravan mains supply and isolate 12v battery before starting.

Fanmaster Kit and Tools Required

Kit Contents

Lists all items included in the Fanmaster kit, e.g., Fanmaster unit, controller, looms, screws.

Tools Required

Lists necessary tools like Posidriv drivers, screwdrivers, spanners, drill, and pad saw.

Material Required

Details required materials like 3-core wire and a double pole switched outlet.

Compatibility Notes

Notes on fitting to new heaters, replacing older fan units, and SB/SD/SBT types.

Removal of TBM Junior Fan

Ducting Removal

Remove screws securing 'UR' ducting to the TBM fan's inlet and outlets.

Old Fan and Wiring Removal

Remove the old fan, wiring, and wall switch, leaving the main caravan wiring loom safe.

Tee Piece and Adaptor Removal

Remove the existing plastic 'Tee' piece and installation box plastic adaptor.

Duct Extension and Fitting

Fit straight adaptors ('UM') to extend ducts and secure with self-tapping screws.

Ducting Considerations

Fanmaster requires both warm air outlets to be fully utilised; pay attention to Section 9.

Removal of TEB, TEN or TN Type Fans

Ducting Release

Release warm air ducting from the fan unit by removing self-tapping screws.

Wiring Isolation and Removal

Isolate and disconnect 12v fan wiring; identify usable 12v supply cables.

Heater Removal

Unscrew the heater at its three location points and remove from the Installation Box.

Wiring Replacement

All associated wiring must be disconnected and removed; new cable of superior specification is required.

Ducting Connection

Connect the existing ends of ducting to the appropriate Fanmaster outlet connections.

Outlet Utilisation

Fanmaster is designed for both warm air outlets to be fully utilised; refer to Section 9.

Fitting Fanmaster to Installation Box

Knock-out Removal

Remove the circular knock-out from the rear of the installation box.

Initial Screw Fixing

Loosely fix the Fanmaster using screws through the terminal block bracket.

Heater Flue Clearance

Ensure no part of the Fanmaster touches the heater flue.

SB Type Heater Fitting

Use specific M4 stud and screws (Part No. 101584) for SB type heaters.

Fitting the Remote Controller

Controller Positioning

Select an accessible position for the controller on the front wall or wardrobe side.

Cut-out and Drilling

Use the template to make the cut-out and drill holes; reinforce thin panels if needed.

Loom Connection

Connect the three-core loom from Fanmaster to controller and two-core loom to 12v DC supply.

Controller Securing

Screw the controller in position using self-tapping or machine screws.

Ducting and Duct Layouts

System Integration

Fanmaster is a major component of the Carver Blown Air Central Heating System.

Duct and Outlet Requirements

Layout and installation of ducts/outlets is identical to Carver TEB 12v Fan.

Duct Outlet Configuration

Twin outlets accept 'UR' flexible ducting; recommend at least one outlet is permanently open.

Typical Duct Installation Layouts

Shows three typical layouts for duct installation, detailing body length and outlet distribution.

Connection of Ducting to Fanmaster

Duct Insertion

Push duct ends firmly past retaining ridges into Fanmaster ports up to the stops.

Kink Prevention

Care must be taken in routing the duct into ports to avoid kinks; fit ducts before securing Fanmaster.

Mains Electrical Connection

Wiring the Mains Supply

Wire 3-core cable (Brown, Blue, Green/Yellow, 1.5mm²) into Fanmaster terminal block.

Fixed Wiring Supply

Lead mains cable to accessible double pole switched outlet fused at 10A.

Retro-fit Plug Supply

Alternatively, supply via a 13A plug from an existing 13A socket.

Final Connections and Checks

Electrical Safety Checks

Check Earth Continuity, Insulation Resistance, and Earth Impedance before/after connection.

Cable Securing

Clip cables to structure to prevent disturbance and fit the Fanmaster connection box lid.

Badge Application

Remove badge backing and stick firmly on the bottom right hand side of the heater.

Testing of Fanmaster Functions

Reconnect Supplies

Reconnect the caravan's battery, gas, and mains electrical supplies.

Function Mode Testing

Test functions mode by mode, referring to Section 3 of the Fanmaster User's Instructions.

Servicing

Maintenance Schedule

No regular servicing required, but annual checks on mains installation continuity are recommended.

Carver Fanmaster Specifications

General IconGeneral
Heat Output1.8 kW
Power Supply12V DC
Voltage12V
ThermostatYes
Overheat ProtectionYes
FuelPropane/Butane

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