HVAC / Ventilation Systems
Vent-Axia Silhouette 150 Kitchen Fan Owner's Manual
Quick guide for the Vent-Axia Silhouette 150 kitchen fan. Includes installation dimensions, performance specifications, and model differences for the 150X, 150XT, and 150XH versions.
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The Vent-Axia Silhouette 150 is a low-profile kitchen fan designed for modern living. It features a 19mm profile, electric back draught shutters, and is IPX4 rated, making it suitable for wall, ceiling, and panel mounting. The unit is designed to blend with the wall surface for an unobtrusive installation.
Model Overview
The Silhouette 150 range includes three main variants:
- Silhouette 150X: Standard single-speed 150mm kitchen fan with an electric back draught shutter.
- Silhouette 150XT: Single-speed fan with an integral adjustable electronic overrun timer (5-30 minutes) and an indication light.
- Silhouette 150XH: Single-speed fan with an integral adjustable auto humidity sensor (60-90% RH), indication light, and electric back draught shutter. Includes a switch live for override by a remote or light switch.
Technical Specifications
All models in the Silhouette 150 range share the following performance characteristics:
- Extract Performance (FID): 241 m³/h (67 l/s)
- Power Consumption: 20 Watts
- Sound Level: 43 dB(A) @ 3m
- Weight: 1.75kg
- Insulation: Double insulated
Dimensions and Installation
The fan is designed for a 152mm fixing hole diameter when using the wall kit. The unit profile is 19mm, with a total depth of 111mm. It is suitable for wall, ceiling, and panel mounting.
Accessories
The following accessories are available for the Silhouette 150 range:
- Wall Kit White (Stock Ref: 140902)
- Wall Kit Brown (Stock Ref: 140903)
Practical help
Common problems
Fan not starting
Check electrical connections and ensure the switch live is active if using the 150XH model.
Humidity sensor not triggering (150XH)
Ensure the humidity level is within the 60-90% RH range set on the unit.
Before use
- Verify the mounting surface is suitable for wall, ceiling, or panel installation.
- Ensure the fixing hole diameter is 152mm if using a wall kit.
- Confirm the model (X, XT, or XH) matches your ventilation requirements.
- Check that the electrical supply is compatible with the unit.
Specs in practice
- FID Performance
- Free Intake Discharge performance, measured at 241 m³/h or 67 l/s.
- Overrun Timer (150XT)
- Adjustable timer between 5 and 30 minutes to keep the fan running after the light/switch is turned off.
- Humidity Sensor (150XH)
- Automatically activates the fan when humidity is between 60-90% RH.
Images and diagrams
- The dimensions diagram shows the unit depth (111mm) and profile (19mm).
- The fixing hole diameter is 152mm when using the wall kit.
Model compatibility
- Suitable for wall, ceiling, and panel mounting.
- Compatible with Wall Kit White (140902) and Wall Kit Brown (140903).
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