FakroŽ FV Opening Skylights

Great for providing natural light and ventilation, the manual opening skylight comes complete with a factory fitted insect screen that can be easily removed for cleaning purposes. Opening Skylights can be operated by a telescopic control rod when out-of-reach, or a small crank handle for within reach applications. The table below will assist you in determining which size will best fit your project.

FV Model	24/27	24/38	24/55	32/38	32/46	32/55	48/27	48/46
Nominal Frame size SxK mm	565x674	565x953	565x1372	768x953	768x1153	768x1372	1174x674	1174x1153
Outside Frame size BxL mm	623x699	623x978	623x699	826x978	826x1178	826x1397	1232x699	1232x1178

Features of Fakro Skylights

Insulated Glazing Unit Exterior toughened 4mm safety glass for strength and durability Argon gas injected for increased thermal performance (14mm airspace) Low E-Coating Laminated safety glass for strength and maximum protection from fading Double thickness (0.76mm) laminating interlayer for extra safety and UV protection

Combined, these features not only provide superior safety and energy efficiency, but also result in reduced fading, excellent sound insulation ratings and greater durability.

Timber Construction

• Wide, thick Nordic pine timber frames provide maximum stability to better resist warping and improve the long term integrity of the skylight.
• All timber components are placed in an autoclave and vacuum impregnated with preservative that reaches deep within the timber structure to prevent mould or moisture build-up, compared to surface applied preservatives on some other skylights.
• All timber surfaces are fully factory sealed with two coats of clear based lacquer to resist absorption of moisture and subsequent swelling or cracking.
• The UV protected lacquer provides a premium longer lasting finish, removes the need for expensive onsite finishing costs and allows the wood to be easily cleaned of finger marks after installation.
• The lacquered timber frame is fitted with condensation gaskets to ensure all moisture is directed externally for superior sealing.

Combined, these features reduce the level of maintenance required and extend the life and appearance of the skylight.

Skylights Tested and Approved

Cyclone Ratings

Fakro Skylights have been subjected to Cyclonic and Non Cyclonic Testing in a NATA (National Association of Testing Authorities) accredited laboratory.

Both the Fakro Fixed Skylight and Openable Skylight passed the test requirements of Australian Standard AS4285-1995, Skylights, for Resistance to Wind Pressure for Cyclone and Non-Cyclon Regions and the BCA's-1995.

Acoustic Insulation

Fakro Skylights have been tested for airborne sound insulation and achieved high level ratings of 36db's for Opening Skylights and 35db's for Fixed Skylights.

Cyclic Tests

The FV Opening Skylight has passed cyclic testing of 10,000 open/close cycles which is approximately 27 years of opening and closing the skylight once a day.

Concentrated Load Tests

Fakro Opening Skylights have passed concentrated load tests of 1.1kN as per the default requirements of AS4285-1995.

Skylight Flashing

FV Opening Skylight Accessories

SJP Venetian Blinds Fakro Venetian Blinds are great for adding comfort to your home, allowing you to control the direction of light entering a room when required. Available in white. Manual or Electric. Manual operated by SZS Telescopic Control Rod. Electric on manual skylights are operated by ZTCi Wall Switch (which includes transformer) with ZRC Remote Control.

Skylight and Blind Controls

1. SZS Telescopic Control Rod operates:
• FV Opening Skylight out-of-reach,
• Manual Venetian on FV Opening Skylight.
2. SZK Crank Handle operates the FV Opening Skylight within reach.
3. ZTCi Wall Switch (with transformer and ZRC Remote Control) is required to operate Electric Venetian Blind on manual FV Opening Skylight.