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Overview: This document serves as a guide for specifiers and contractors on ventilation equipment compliant with the IEE Wiring Regulations, specifically Amendment No 3 to BS 7671:1992 (AMD 10983), focusing on locations containing baths or showers.

Key Specifications:

The guide emphasizes the zonal concept for safety, similar to swimming pools, with four defined zones based on risk levels.
Zone 0 requires SELV protection with a nominal voltage not exceeding 12V rms a.c. or 30V ripple-free d.c.
Zones 1 and 2 require equipment with at least IPX4 protection, while Zone 0 requires IPX7.

Product Features:

The Vortice Punto range is highlighted for its compliance with Amendment No 3, offering full IPX4 protection and third-party certified performance.
These products can be mounted on walls, windows, or ceilings and are suitable for various locations including bathrooms, showers, toilets, utilities, and kitchens.
The range includes 82 models, ensuring versatility and compliance without the need for expensive 12V fans.

Installation Guidelines:

Zone classifications are detailed, with specific dimensions and requirements for each zone.
Protective measures against electric shock are outlined, prohibiting certain methods like protection by obstacles or non-conducting locations.
Switchgear and control gear must comply with BS 3676, and fans suitable for Zone 2 must meet relevant standards.

Product Range:

The document lists various Vortice products, including recessed and surface-mounted fans, centrifugal in-line fans, and hygiene range products like hand dryers and soap dispensers.
Each product is categorized by its application area, such as bathrooms, kitchens, or utility rooms, and includes features like timers, pull cords, and humidity control.

Conclusion: Vortice provides a comprehensive range of splashproof ventilation products that meet current and future regulatory requirements, offering cost-effective solutions without the need for unnecessary 12V fans.

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s p l a s h p r o o f ! The Specifiers and Contractors Essential Guide to Ventilation Equipment Suitable to Comply with the IEE Wiring Regulations Amendment No 3 to BS 7671:1992 (AMD 10983) Section 601 Locations Containing a Bath or Shower UNITED KINGDOM Vortice Limited Beeches House, Eastern Avenue Burton upon Trent DE13 0BB Tel: (+44)(0)1283 492949 Fax: (+44)(0)1283 544121 Email: [email protected] Web site: www.vortice.ltd.uk ITALY Vortice Elettrosociali S.p.A Strada Cerca, 2 Frazione di Zoate 20067 Tribiano (Milano) Tel: (+39) 02 906991 Fax: (+39) 02 9064625 Web Site: www.vortice.com FRANCE 72 Rue Baratte - Cholet 94106 Saint Maur CEDEX Tel: (+33) 1 55 12 5000 Fax: (+33) 1 55 12 5001 IPX4

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The Amendment is based on the application of a zonal concept similar to that used for swimming pools, and sets requirements for safety, depending on the perceived degree of risk in each of four defined zones, and beyond. Many companies infer that 12v fans are necessary to meet this regulation. This is not the case - nowhere in this regulation or the previous version does it say that you must use expensive and unnecessary 12v fans. The new PUNTO range, in particular, has been developed specifically to meet the requirements of Amendment No 3, with the following key factors in mind: • Full IPX4...

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601-01 Scope The particular requirements of this section apply to locations containing baths, showers and cabinets containing a shower and/or bath, and the surrounding zones. They do not apply to emergency facilities in industrial areas and laboratories. For locations containing baths or showers for medical treatment, or for disabled persons, special requirements may be necessary. 601-02 Classification of Zones 601-02-01 These requirements are based on the dimensions of four zones: zone 0, zone 1, zone 2 and zone 3. The zones are determined taking account of walls, doors, fixed partitions, ceilings...

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Vort Press and Ariett range of centrifugal, IPX4 splashproof, recessed and surface mounted fans all with long life motors and a choice of timer or microprocessor humidity control. Recessed Fans Basic T MHC Vort Press 110i 11995 11996 Ariett i 12012 12013 12014 Bath/WC/shower • • • Vort Press 140i 11971 11972 Utility room • • Vort Press 240i 11973 11974 Kitchen • • Surface Mounted Fans Basic T MHC Vort Press 110 11967 11968 Ariett 11965 11966 11962 Ariett (Not long life) 11961 11976 Bath/WC/shower • • • Vort Press 220 11977 11978 Utility room or kitchen • • Ariett Habitat 15/30 12000 Ariett Habitat...

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