VELUX FS fixed skylights

Product Description

The Fixed Skylight (FS) provides an economical daylight alternative in creating a spacious home that is filled with natural light.

Scope of use

For installation in roof pitches 15-90 degrees. For installation below 15 degrees please contact VELUX on 0800 650 445

New Zealand Building Code (NZBC)

The product will, if employed in accordance with the supplier's installation and maintenance requirements, assist with meeting the following provisions of the building code:

• Clause B2 Durability: Performance B2.3.1(b), B2.3.2

  Product is CodeMark certified. (BRANZ CM-1008)

• Clause E2 External moisture: Performance E2.3.1, E2.3.2

  Product is CodeMark certified. (BRANZ CM-1008)

• Clause G4 Ventilation: Performance G4.3.1, G4.3.3

  Product is CodeMark certified. (BRANZ CM-1008)

• Clause G7 Natural light: Performance G7.3.1, G7.3.2

  Product is CodeMark certified. (BRANZ CM-1008)

• Clause H1 Energy efficiency : Performance H1.3.1, H1.3.2E, H1.3.3

  Product is CodeMark certified. (BRANZ CM-1008)

Notes

B2.3.1(b) - 15 years, 10 year warranty on all VELUX skylights

 Product Technical Statement

Evidence

The product meets the requirements set out in the following documents, or relevant parts of cited standards within the documents:

• B2/AS1 Durability - AS4285 - VELUX Skylights satisfy the durability requirements specified for Non-structural Roof Cladding elements and External Window/Door Joinery. VELUX Skylights have passed tests for weather tightness, concentrated load, non-cyclonic and cyclonic wind pressures according to Australian Skylight Standard AS4285 test methods.
• C3 Protection from Fire - AS1530 - VELUX Skylights have been classified as “non-combustible” according to AS 1530 test methods.
• E2 External Moisture - AS4285- VELUX Skylights have passed tests for weather tightness, concentrated load, non-cyclonic and cyclonic wind pressures according to Australian Skylight Standard AS4285 test methods.
• F2 Hazardous Building Materials - NZS4233: Part 4, AS/NZS4666 - VELUX Skylights comply with requirements for sloped Insulating Glass Units.
• G4/AS1 Natural Ventilation (1.2, 2.1) - VELUX Opening Skylights can be used to meet the G4 Natural Ventilation requirements.
• G7 Natural Light - VELUX Skylights can be used to meet the G7 Natural Light requirements.
• H1 Energy Efficiency - NZS4218- VELUX Skylights exceed the minimum R-value requirements for skylights in all climate zones.
• Evidence: 30+ years of historical use in New Zealand

Supporting evidence

The product has and can make available the following additional evidence to support the above statements:

	CodeMark CM - 1008
	BRANZ Appraisal 968
	VELUX Technical Data

Use in Service History

40 Years + in New Zealand

Product Criteria

Design requirements

FS skylights are modular fixed, non-venting skylights intended for roof pitches between 15 and 90 degrees. They are available in standard sizes only. The IGU glazing unit has argon gas fill and Low E3 applied to the inside surface of the outer pane. The IGU unit meets the requirements of NZBC F2.  FS skylights have been tested for impact but are not intended to be part of a trafficable roof surface. FCM skylights do not have a fire rating.

Installation requirements

Install FS skylight in accordance with instructions supplied with FS skylight and local building code requirements. 6_2_fs_non openable_skylight.pdf (azureedge.net) Align skylight with the trim opening, free of warp or twist, maintaining dimensional tolerances. Attach skylight to the trim-out frame with screws furnished by manufacturer. Coordinate attachment and seal of perimeter air and vapor barrier material. Weathertightness to be achieved by using either VELUX proprietary flashings installed in accordance with supplied installation instructions, or custom-made flashings made in accordance with the latest version of NZ Roofing Code of Practice.

Maintenance requirements

For maintenance requirements refer to http://https//www.velux.co.nz/service-and-warranty/maintenance. Exterior surfaces must be cleaned with clean water at least once a year, subject to the environmental conditions present.

Warrantees

For warrantees refer to http://https//www.velux.co.nz/service-and-warranty/maintenance.