NGBS point-worthy green home building products for NGBS Green Certification.

Panasonic Exhaust Ventilation Fan; WhisperGreen® Select FV-0511VK3, FV-1115VK3, FV-0511VKS3, FV-0511VKSL3, FV-0511VKL3, FV-1115VKL3

Product Information

WhisperGreen® Select™ is a customizable, all-in-one whole house ventilation solution for use in the bathroom, laundry room, basement or garage. With Pick-A-Flow Airflow Selector (50-150 CFM model options) combined with SmartFlow™ technology, WhisperGreen® Select simplifies the selection process and ensures optimum performance to meet code and reduce callbacks. WhisperGreen Select™ meets stringent green building codes and standards.

Certifications

NGBS 2015

Practice #	Practice	Points Available	Additional Conditions of Use to Earn Points
902.1.4(1)	Exhaust fans are ENERGY STAR®, as applicable.	2	None. 2 points per fan; 12 max.
WhisperGreen® Select is ENERGY STAR certified. Manufacturer’s Comments
902.1.4(2)	ENERGY STAR or equivalent fans operating at or below 1 sone are installed. 3 points awarded per fan; 12 points max.	3	None. 3 points per fan.
WhisperGreen® Select is ENERGY STAR certified and can operate under one sone at low setting speed. Manufacturer’s Comments
902.2.1	Whole building ventilation systems is implemented per Appendix B.	3-6	System is implemented in accordance with Appendix B. An explanation of the operation and importance of the ventilation system is included in the operation or homeowner manuals. 3 points for exhaust or supply fans; 6 points for balanced system. Mandatory when maximum air infiltration is less than 5ACH50.
WhisperGreen® Select is ready for continuous operation. Manufacturer’s Comments

NGBS 2020

Practice #	Practice	Points Available	Additional Conditions of Use to Earn Points
13.107.7	Exhaust systems are in accordance with Chapter 5 of the ICC IMC or ASHRAE 62.1. Mandatory.	Mandatory	System is installed in non-residential space.
WhisperGreen® Select features a setting timer that is in accordance with ASHRAE 62.1. Manufacturer’s Comments
13.107.8.1	Ventilation is provided to non-residential spaces in accordance with Chapter 4 of the ICC IMC or ASHRAE 62.1. Mandatory.	Mandatory	System is installed in non-residential space.
WhisperGreen® Select features a setting timer that is in accordance with ASHRAE 62.1. Manufacturer’s Comments
902.1.4(1)	ENERGY STAR or equivalent fans are installed. 2 points awarded per fan; 12 points max.	2	None. 2 points per fan; 12 max.
WhisperGreen® Select is ENERGY STAR certified. Manufacturer’s Comments
902.1.4(2)	ENERGY STAR or equivalent fans operating at or below 1 sone are installed. 3 points awarded per fan; 12 points max.	3	None. 3 per fan.
WhisperGreen® Select is ENERGY STAR certified and can operate under one sone at low setting speed. Manufacturer’s Comments
902.1.6	Ventilation systems are implemented in accordance with the specifications of ASHRAE 62.1. An explanation of the operation and importance of the ventilation system is building owner manual. 3 points available.	3	An explanation of the operation and importance of the ventilation system is included in the building construction and operations manuals.
WhisperGreen® Select features a setting timer that is in accordance with ASHRAE 62.1. Manufacturer’s Comments
902.2.1(1)	Balanced exhaust and supply fans are installed in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines. An explanation of the operation and importance of the ventilation system is included in the homeowner or building owner manual. 6 points available.	3	System is implemented in accordance with ASHRAE 62.2-2010 Section 4. An explanation of the operation and importance of the ventilation system is included in the operation or homeowner manuals. Labels are appropriately labeled. Mandatory when maximum air infiltration is less than 5ACH50.
WhisperGreen® Select is ready for continuous operation. Manufacturer’s Comments
902.2.1(2)	Balanced exhaust and supply fans with supply intakes located in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines are installed. The operation and importance of the ventilation system is included in the homeowner or building owner manual. 6 points available.	6	System is implemented in accordance with ASHRAE 62.2-2010 Section 4. An explanation of the operation and importance of the ventilation system is included in the operation or homeowner manuals. Fans are positioned to not introduce polluted air back into the building.
WhisperGreen® Select is designed to be part of a whole-building balanced ventilation system. Manufacturer’s Comments