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Ventilation according to DIN 18017-3

• Scope of application
• Design information
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Regulations • Regulations • Standards

DIN 18017-3 - Ventilation of bathrooms and toilet rooms without

Exterior windows with fans -
table of contents

1 Area of application, planned minimum exhaust air volume flow ........................................... 3

Area of application, minimum exhaust air volume flow

2 Disturbance pressure in single-pipe ventilation systems ............................................ .......................................... 4

Influence of disturbance pressure, planned volume flow deviation

3 Flow rate deviation with a common main line ............................................. ......... 5

Calculation of the static pressure drop, volume flow reduction

4 Post-flow of outside air .............................................. .................................................. ....... 6

General, dimensioning of the outside air outlets and overflow air outlets

5 Requirements for the common exhaust air duct ............................................ .......................... 7

General, non-return valves, filter requirements, etc.

6 Requirements for fans .............................................. .................................................. ..... 8th

Fan characteristic curve, measurement of volume flows, function of the non-return valve

7 Ventilation concept, maintenance, kitchenettes ............................................ ....................................... 9

Selection of a ventilation concept, ventilation of kitchenettes

8 Air / acoustical design of outside air outlets (ALD) ................................... 10

Air / acoustical design of outside air outlets

9 Sound insulation according to DIN 4109 ............................................. .................................................. ......... 11

General, noise behavior of ventilation devices

10 Notes on VDE 0100-701 ........................................... .................................................. ............ 12

General, protection areas / classifications

11 Fire protection according to DIN 18017 ............................................. .................................................. ........ 13/14

General, legal requirements, LIMODOR fire protection solutions

12 Air-conditioned fireplaces and fans ............................................. ..................... 15

General, modes of operation in connection with open-air-dependent fireplaces

Note on the content of the brochure:

The information in the brochure basically corresponds to the content of the current DIN 18017-3 standard. There is no claim to completeness. The content of
the standard was limited to our product range or expanded to include further information.

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DIN 18017-3
1 Area of application, planned minimum exhaust air volume flow
1.1 Area of application
DIN 18017-3 applies to ventilation systems with fans for
the ventilation of bathrooms and toilet rooms without
outside windows in apartments and similar lounge areas,
e.g. residential units in hotels. Other rooms within
apartments,
e.g. kitchens or storage rooms can also be ventilated
using systems in accordance with this standard.
Note: The ventilation of windowless kitchens is in
contained in the “Building Regulations
Guideline on the Ventilation of Internal
Exhaust Air Rooms” or DIN 1946-6.
DIN 18017-3 assumes that an outside air flow
corresponding to the exhaust air volume flow can flow
into the exhaust air rooms via the leaks (infiltration) in the
building envelope and / or outside air outlets via the
apartment / common rooms.
1.2 Individual ventilation systems
Individual ventilation systems differ in 2 types. Systems
with their own (Fig. 1.2.1) or shared (Fig. 1.2.2) exhaust air
duct. With all types, the exhaust air is led outside via a
pipe.
Individual ventilation systems enable rooms in an
apartment to be ventilated as required. The fans are
either operated by the user as required (ventilation on
demand) or are operated automatically by room air
sensors (see point 1.3.1).
controls.
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Picture 1.2.1
1 exhaust duct
2 fan
2a Fan with non-return flap 3 Outside air
Picture 1.2.2
outlet (ALD) 4 Discharge line
5 connection cable
6 cleaning cap
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1.3 Planned minimum exhaust air volume flow
Ventilation systems for the ventilation of bathrooms (with /
without toilet) can optionally, depending on the design and
mode of operation, for the following planned
Minimum exhaust air volume flows [q V] be laid out:
Table 1.3
40 m³ / h The volume flow must be continuously removed
will. 1)
60 m³ / h In demand-driven systems during the
Use. 2), 3)
1) The volume flow may be reduced to 20 m³ / h during times of low air demand (e.g.
at night), but not more than 12 hours / day.
2) The volume flow may be reduced to a daily average of 15 m³ / h during times of low air
demand (eg at night). This does not apply to kitchens and kitchenettes. Intermittent
operation with a maximum fan downtime of 1 hour is permitted.
3) With normal use of a bathroom (e.g. without additional laundry drying) or a toilet
room, the exhaust air volume flow may be reduced to 0 m³ / h during times of low air
demand if the building meets a thermal insulation standard of at least the
requirements of the 1995 Thermal Insulation Ordinance or better. Each time the
ventilation unit is switched off, a further 15 m³ of air must be discharged.
In the case of toilet rooms, the exhaust air volume flows
mentioned may be halved. However, due to the faster
evacuation of odors, we recommend using the same
volume flows as for the bathrooms.
For kitchenettes and kitchens with For windows, the
exhaust air volume flows for bathrooms apply. See also
the volume flow information in DIN 1946-6.
1.3.1 Demand-driven ventilation systems
Fans of ventilation systems that are equipped with a
suitable room air sensor (e.g. humidity sensor) should
generate exhaust air volume flows between the values
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when in use (60 m³ / h) and times of low air requirement
(15 m³ / h). Intermittent operation with a maximum fan
standstill time of 1 hour is permitted.
This requirement can, for example, be met by the 2-stage
compact 60-30 fan series with a follow-up module and
integrated interval function (1 hour operating time / 1 hour
interval time) and a humidity controller.
1.3.2 Larger volume flows
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The task of properly ventilating internal bathrooms and
toilets is not justified by larger planned exhaust air
volume flows than twice the volume flows.
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2 Disturbance pressure in single-pipe ventilation systems

2.1 Influence of disturbance pressure 2.3 Disturbance pressure in individual ventilation systems

The exhaust air volume flows must not change by more
than ± 15% compared to the planned volume flows due
to wind and thermal lift.
When planning a system, it is to be expected that the
differences in static pressures between the ventilated
rooms and the outside of the outlet openings
(interference pressures) will increase or decrease by 40
Pa. If the exhaust air is not routed perpendicularly, the
disturbance pressure is 60 Pa.
Evidence must be provided that the planned volume
flows only change within the permissible limits as a
result of back pressures.
In the case of ventilation systems with a common main
line, the mutual influence of the ventilation devices must
also be taken into account.
Proof is necessary to ensure a sufficient cross-section of
the main line.
The change in volume flow as a result of back pressures
can be checked with sufficient accuracy using the
characteristic curve of a single complete ventilation device
with connection line. The characteristic curve of the
complete ventilation unit, including its connection line to
the main line, must be applied. The pressure drop in the
common main line when operating a device is neglected.

Picture 2.3
Exhaust air volume flow
perpendicular to the roof,
Disturbance pressure = 40 Pa 1

Picture 2.1.1
pd
Exhaust air volume flow
not perpendicular,
Disturbance pressure = 60 Pa
2 Vd
p

V Vf
1 Total pressure characteristic of the ventilation unit including the
connection line
2 Total pressure characteristic of the system,

pd disturbance pressure difference

Vd Volume flow change as a result of the disturbance pressure

Vf Volume flow of the ventilation device blowing out freely from the
connection line
Picture 2.1.2

2.2 Planned volume flow deviation

In the case of individual ventilation systems with a

common main line, the minimum exhaust air volume
flow (see under table

1.2) can be achieved.

When all ventilation devices are operated at the same

time, the volume flow at the lowest device may decrease
by a maximum of 10% compared to the planned exhaust
air volume flow.

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3 Flow rate deviation with a common main line

3.1 Calculation of the static pressure drop 3.2 Volume flow reductions with simultaneous
operation of single-pipe ventilation units
The reduction in volume flow at the lowest
ventilation unit can be determined with sufficient The reduction in volume flow through simultaneous
accuracy using an equation by calculating the static operation of all ventilation units is greatest at the
pressure drop in the main line when all units are in lowest ventilation unit.
operation and the same characteristic curve of one
ventilation unit. The relevant total volume flow V v, m total when operating all
devices is less than the sum of
If the reduction in volume flow is within the permissible Volume flows of the ventilation units blowing out freely.
range, the main line is sufficiently large. The reduction factor is around 0.93. The relevant total
volume flow is:

Equation 3.2
The static pressure loss Δp s [ Pa] in the main line from
the connection of the lowest ventilation unit V v, m total = 0.93 • n 2 • V f
up to the mouth can be calculated with sufficient
n2 Number of connected ventilation units
accuracy using the following equation:
Vf Volume flow of the ventilation unit blowing out freely from the connection
Equation 3.1 line in m 3 / H

p S = R. A. • l S. • [{(n 1 + 1) (2n 1 + 1) / 6n 1} + l A / l S- 1] + 0.77 • p there Picture 3.2

R. A. Pressure drop per m in the discharge line with the relevant total volume flow in
Pa / m
1
n1 Number of floors
l S. Length of the main line between 2 device connections in m Length of
l A. the discharge line in m
p there dynamic pressure in the discharge line at the relevant total volume flow in Pa ps

Calculation diagrams with fixed default values for the

common main line are also available for determining the 2 Vs
pipe cross-sections.
p

With our special calculation program for the design of

V Vf Fig 3.2
single-pipe ventilation systems, the pressure losses and
pipe cross-sections can be calculated very easily. 1 Total pressure characteristic of the ventilation unit including the
be reckoned. connection line
2 Total pressure characteristic of the system

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the pipe cross-section, see planning and design V s Volume flow reduction at the lowest ventilation unit with the same
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4 Post-flow of outside air

4.1 General The design differential pressure when designing the

ALD may be in user units:
An outside air flow corresponding to the exhaust air - with open-air-dependent fireplaces = max. 4 Pa
volume flow must flow through infiltration (leaks in the - in other usage units = max. 8 Pa
building outer shell) and, if necessary, through outside be. Higher negative pressures are not recommended and
air vents through the building shell from the outside into can lead to problems in the use of the apartment (e.g.
the living and lounges. A room network is to be doors that are difficult to open).
guaranteed by means of overflow devices.
4.4 Determination of the necessary ALD
The proportion of infiltration outside air q for the user v, Inf, act

unit can also be determined on the basis of DIN 1946-6 The number of necessary outer wall air passages
be telt. Details on this can be found in the standard. let ( n in the building envelope can be determined using
ALD)

the following equation.

4.2 Dimensioning of the outside air outlets (ALD) Equation 4.4

n ALD = [ q v - q v, inf, act ] / q v, ALD

The dimensioning of the possibly necessary outside air
outlets corresponds, minus the infiltration, to the sum of qv Planned minimum exhaust air volume flow per NE [m³ / h]
the minimum exhaust air volume flow of the user unit. q v, inf, act Air volume flow through infiltration [m³ / h]
q v, ALD Air volume flow of the ALD at the rated differential pressure
[m³ / h]

If the tightness of the building envelope is not known, the

air volume flow through infiltration for ventilation 4.5 Dimensioning of the overflow air outlets
systems can be taken from the following tables
4.2.1 or 4.2.2. The necessary size of the non-closable overflow air outlets
(ÜLD) is to be determined according to table 4.5 from the
Table 4.2.1) Air volume flow through infiltration q v, Inf, act in m³ / h (Category
necessary overflow air volume flow at the design
A, n 50 ≤ 1.0 1 / h according to DIN 1946-6)
differential pressure. Determination of the necessary
Permissible limit value according to EnEV 2007 2), ( n 50 < 1.5 1 / h) overflow air volume
Usable area 1) in m² 30 50 70 90 110 130 150 170 190 43 Stromes n v, ÜLD see equation 4.5.
1-storey NE with shaft 1-storey 14 24 33 53 62 72 81 91 46 57 67 77 Equation 4.5
NE without shaft multi-storey NE 15 26 36 88 98 53 65 77 88 100 112
n v, ÜLD = q v, IL - q v, inf, act
18 29 41

q v, IL Planned minimum exhaust air volume flow per WE [m³ / h] q v, inf,

Table 4.2.2) Air volume flow through infiltration q v, Inf, act in m³ / h (Category
act Air volume flow through infiltration [m³ / h]
B, n 50 ≤ 1.5 1 / h according to DIN 1946-6)

2) Table 4.5) Minimum free area A ÜLD of overflow air outlets (ÜLD) 1)
Permissible limit value according to EnEV 2007, (n 50 < 3.0 1 / h)
Usable area 1) in m² 30 50 70 90 110 130 150 170 190 65
Overflow air volume flow
1-storey NE with shaft 22 36 50 79 93 108 122 136 70 85 101 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 100 125 150
q v, ÜLD in m³ / h
1-storey NE without shaft 23 39 54 116 131 147 80 97 115 133
Free area A ÜLD in cm² 175 200 225 250
multi-storey NE 27 44 62 150 168
1) Calculation according to DIN 1946-6
1) Area of the usage unit in m², according to DIN EN 12831
2) Basis of the calculation according to DIN
1946-6: for category A50- n = 1.0 1 / h The design differential pressure must not exceed
for category B - n = 1.550 1 / h 1.5 Pa. For doors without a circumferential seal, an area
differential pressure 8 Pa of 25 cm² is taken into account. If there is no
Room height (medium) 2.5 m single- information from the manufacturer, the free cross-
storey NE, with shaft f effective, comp = 0.65
section of the ÜLD should be at least 150 cm² up to an
single storey NE, without shaft f effective, comp = 0.70
multi-storey NE f effective, comp = 0.80
exhaust air volume flow of max. 60 m³ / h.

Overflow air outlets should be arranged in bathrooms in

the upper area of the doors / walls.

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5 Requirements for the common exhaust duct

5.1 General 5.2 Check valves

Exhaust air ducts must be tight and stable and in cold
zone areas (e.g. in unheated basements, attics)
designed or thermally insulated in such a way that
condensate damage cannot occur. Ventilation lines
made of, for example, folded spiral ducts must be
protected from aggressive materials such as mortar or
plaster.
The ventilation systems must be constructed and
operated in such a way that odors and dust cannot be
transferred to other user units. If rooms other than
bathrooms and toilets are connected to a ventilation
system, the transmission of odors and dust to other
rooms must be prevented.

An exhaust duct consists of: A non-return valve must be installed in or after each
- the connection lines for the fans and ventilation unit before the connection and main lines are
- the common exhaust air line (main line). connected.

The line section above the top

device connection is referred to as
5.4 Cleaning openings
the blow-out line. The

possibly.
A sufficient number of cleaning openings with tight
Warmth- closures must be made in the exhaust air lines so that the
insulation exhaust air lines can be easily cleaned. Screw-in cleaning
The main line must be
caps are not permitted. Cleaning openings are not
straight and perpendicular
necessary if the exhaust air lines can be cleaned from the
and must have a constant
exhaust air openings.
cross-section.

In the event of a possible

deviation of the main line
from the vertical,
mathematical evidence must
be provided that the
requirement of the planned
Minimum exhaust air volume flow
is satisfied. This is the
arithmetic proof
according to equation 3.1
(see under point 3) not
sufficient.
When dimensioning the
main line, it must be
assumed that all fans are
installed simultaneously and
with the greatest possible
power operated
will.
5.4 Requirements for filters, non-return flaps,
cleaning closures, roof hoods
Exhaust valves, non-return flaps and cleaning closures
must be easily accessible, easy to maintain and easy to
replace. They must be sufficiently corrosion-resistant
Connection- and not become inoperable due to contamination
management during normal operation.
Filters must be exchangeable without tools and
correspond to filter class G2 according to DIN EN 779.
Non-return valves must be tight and closed at pressure
"Air bag" differences of less than 10 Pa. Your leakage air volume
flow may not exceed 0.01 m³ / h (corresponds to 10 l / h)
with a pressure difference of 50 Pa.
Picture 5.1

Because of the overpressure in the lines, they must also
be tight against overpressure.
It is recommended to use an “air bag” at the lower end of
the main line to collect any condensate. A connection to
the drainage system is not necessary.
The roof hood is part of the exhaust pipe and should not
create any additional resistance. Otherwise, the pressure
loss must be taken into account when dimensioning the
common exhaust air line.

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6 Fan requirements
6.1 Fan curve
The fan curve may only have one working point up to
pressures equal to the planned working pressure plus
double the disturbance pressure.
Picture 6.1
1 planned minimum exhaust air volume flows are
3 design program, is assumed. It is not possible to adjust
2 the fan on site.
p
V building authorities is constantly monitored in accordance
1 2-fold disturbance pressure
2 Planned working point no
3 intersection permitted
6.2 Design, circuit and installation location of
the fans
The fans must be sufficiently corrosion-resistant for
scheduled operation and
be suitable for continuous operation at all load levels.
Maintenance and replacement of the device parts must be
possible.
The fans can have several switching levels. At least one
switching stage must meet the requirements of the
minimum exhaust air volume flow according to Table
1.3. It must be possible to see whether the fans are in
operation.
Fans with only one switching stage are only permitted if
the requirements for meeting the minimum exhaust air
volume flow are met.
The exhaust air must be discharged from the room to be
ventilated as close as possible to the ceiling.
6.3 Fan for several rooms
Other rooms in an apartment must not be ventilated
using the same fan that is used to ventilate the
bathroom and toilet.
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6.4 Measurement of the volume flows
In the case of ventilation systems with exhaust air lines
that deviate from the requirements for the common main
line (e.g. no vertical design), the exhaust air volume flows
of the fans can be measured.
Our ventilation units are designed in such a way that the
achieved, taking into account the permissible volume
flow deviations. The calculation taking into account the
static pressure loss of the fan and the mathematical
design of the exhaust air line, e.g. with the help of our
The production of our ventilation devices approved by the
with DIN 18200 by internal and external monitoring.
External monitoring with regard to compliance of the
ventilation units with the approval is carried out by an
authorized test center.
This means that constant monitoring of the ventilation units
eg with regard to volume flow or characteristic curve
course, guaranteed.
There is no need for the ventilation equipment to be
inspected on site if there is a building authority approval.
6.5 Leak tightness / function of the non-return valve
Blow-out
support
Our spring-loaded
Non-return valves achieve leaks
below 1 l / h on average. The
requirement of DIN 18017-3
with 10 l / h (= 0.01 m³ / h) is far Return
impact
below. flap
Picture 6.5
The tightness of the back
The flap flap is fulfilled by all ventilation devices and in
every installation position (exhaust nozzle on top, side,
rear and bottom).
In addition to preventing the transmission of odor and
dust when the system is at a standstill, the non-return
valve also fulfills the requirement criteria for preventing
cold smoke transmission.
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7 Ventilation concept, maintenance, kitchenettes

7.1 Selection of a ventilation concept 7.4 Kitchenette ventilation

Ventilation systems according to DIN 18017-3 are
intended for the ventilation of individual rooms. They
can also take over the ventilation of living rooms and
lounges, if the relevant requirements are met. Details
on dimensioning and execution are contained in DIN
1946-6.
The combination of ventilation of living and common
rooms in connection with the design principles of DIN
18017-3 must be agreed with the client.
7.2 Handover / acceptance of a ventilation system
Other rooms within apartments, e.g. kitchenettes, can
also be ventilated via ventilation ducts (designed in
accordance with DIN 18017-3). The planned minimum
exhaust air volume flow for this type of room is given in
Table 1.3, information on the dimensioning of the
required supply air is given under point 4 (Post-flow of
outside air).
A kitchenette is always part of a living room.
Kitchenettes are permitted if they can be ventilated
independently. This means that a ventilation device
must always be provided if the niche itself is not directly
assigned a window (see Figure 7.4.1a).

Compliance with the requirements for a ventilation Figure 7.4.1a) Example of an arrangement of a kitchenette
system according to DIN 18017-3 Sections 3 and 4
must be proven and documented by on-site
acceptance.
The acceptance or parts of the acceptance may be Ventilation unit
waived if the suitability is proven in another way. provide

The purpose of the ventilation system, whether for the

ventilation of individual rooms or for living rooms and
lounges, must be documented.
In the informative Annex A, further information on
handover / acceptance (acceptance) is given.

7.3 Maintenance of a ventilation system

Fig. 7.4.1b) Example arrangement of a kitchenette with a window
The ventilation systems must be regularly serviced in
accordance with the information in our care and maintenance
instructions. The maintenance includes, for example, the
replacement of the filter and, according to the manufacturer's Window directly the
specifications, the functional reliability of the ventilation system. Kitchenette added
arranges
Ventilation systems for which a bonus regulation of
the EnEV is used require further measures to maintain
the rational use of energy, see DIN 1946-6. In the
informative Annex B of DIN 18017-3, further
information on maintenance (servicing) is given.

The maintenance of our ventilation devices usually only
includes the replacement of the filters. With regular
filter maintenance according to the specifications
in the maintenance and care instructions, the check of
the non-return valve can be dispensed with.
An internal kitchen can be locked with a door.
Volume flow information can be found in the
“Building Regulations Guideline for Ventilation in
Internal Rooms”. When planning ventilation
systems, it must be ensured that the air flowing in
must be fed directly into the room.

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8 Air / acoustical design of outside air outlets

8.1 Ventilation design of outside air outlets 8.3 Acoustic design of outside air outlets (ALD)
(ALD)

Using equation 4.4 and table 4.5, the required number of The specified requirements for the sound insulation of
outer wall air outlets can be determined. The following is the outer wall and the outer window must not be
a calculation example of a 1-storey user unit (with shaft) impaired by the combination of the supply air device and
without a room-air-dependent fireplace. window.

Exhaust air volume flow, usable : 60 m³ / h The basis for calculating the resulting sound
living space as planned : 70 m² reduction index can be found in DIN 4109,
Living room height (medium) : 2.5 m Supplement 1.
Airtightness value n 50 the NE : 1.5 1 / h (according to EnEV 2007)

Outer wall air outlet design
pressure difference
n ALD = [ q v - q v, inf, act ] / q v, ALD
n ALD = [ 60 m³ / h - 33 m³ / h] / 26 m³ / hn
: ALD 100 series When comparing the components (wall / window,
: 8 Pa
wall / supply air device), the resulting sound reduction
index R 'for the two components is calculated using
thew, R,following equation:
res

Equation 8.3
ALD = 1.04 1 piece R. w, R, 1- R. w, R, 2
S.
Figure 8.1) V olumen current characteristic Se rie ALD R' = R ' w, R, 1 - 10lg 1+ 2 10 10 - 1 dB
w, R, res
S. total

Distance a [mm] Adjusting bolt

5 10 15th R ' w, R, 1 = Sound reduction index wall

14th
26 R ' w, R, 2 = Sound reduction index built-in part
Pressure loss [Pa]

12th S. 2 = Area of built-in part [m²]

S. total = Wall area [m²]
10

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Sample calculation
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R ' w, R, W = 50 dB (wall) R ' w, R, W = 50 dB (wall)
4th R ' w, R, F = 35 dB (window) = R ' w, R, ALD = 19 dB (ALD)
S. F. 1.5 m² (window) = 10 S. ALD = 0.0180 m² (ALD) =
2
a S. total m² S. total 10 m²
5 10 15th 20th 25th 30th 35
Regulating plate
Volume flow [m³ / h] R ' w, R, res, W / F = 42.5 dB R ' w, R, res, W / ALD = 44.9 dB

8.2 Requirements for outside air outlets In connection with the wall, the ALD has a sound
reduction index that is approx. 2.4 dB (44.9 - 42.5 dB)
DIN 18017-3 does not contain any requirements for the better than the wall / window component.
ALDs. When arranging an ALD in the building envelope,
the following points must be observed in addition to the
statutory provisions (e.g. Energy Saving Ordinance): The resulting sound reduction index of an ALD can be
displayed using graphics.
- The facade composed of ALD / external wall may
comply with the DIN 4109 series of standards Figure 8.2) Example diagram of the resulting sound reduction index

required resulting sound reduction index R ' W, res

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do not fall below (calculation method see
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Measure R'w res [dB]

under point 8.3). 45

resulting

- ALDs must be easy to maintain from the inside and 44

easy to clean. 43
- ALDs have to be sealed against driving rain. 42
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To minimize / avoid drafts caused by the inflow of
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outside air, the installation location of the ALDs must be 4th 6th 8th 10 12th
provided either above the radiator or near the ceiling. R. Wall = 50 dB
w Wall area [m²]
R ALD-S = 19 dB (L = 475 mm)
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9 Sound insulation according to DIN 4109

9.1 General Figure 9.1.1) Sound transmission paths of a ventilation device

DIN 4109 defines requirements for sound insulation with

the aim of protecting people in common rooms from massive
Shaft wall
B.
unreasonable nuisance caused by sound transmissions
from other user units or noises from building services Ventilation unit
systems (e.g. ventilation systems). not in use

C.
The permitted sound pressure level specifications of DIN A.
4109, Table 4, always refer to rooms in need of
protection in other people's homes. No requirements are
Apartment separating ceiling
specified within your own living area!

D.
Rooms in need of protection are lounges, such as
e.g. living rooms (including floorboards) or bedrooms /
children's rooms in the unfamiliar unit. In these
“protected rooms”, the sound pressure level of other Ventilation unit
building services systems (ventilation systems) must not
exceed 30 dB (A) or 35 dB (A) for continuous noises
E. in operation

without noticeable single tones.

For compliance with the sound levels, the following A) Protected living area of the unfamiliar unit, max.permissible
sound pressure level = 30 (35) dB (A)
factors must be taken into account during the planning
phase or the execution of the trades: B) Difference in shaft level

- Floor plan arrangement of the apartments (building acoustics C) Required airborne sound insulation R ' w the apartment
favorable / unfavorable) separating ceiling / shaft wall according to DIN 4109, table 3

- Mass per unit area of the shaft wall (solid / D / E) no requirements (own living area)

lightweight wall)
Figure 9.1.2) Test setup for a shaft level difference measurement
- Airborne sound insulation apartment separating ceiling / wall
= Loudspeaker = Microphone

9.2 Requirements of DIN 18017-3

Measurement result
they have
DIN 18017-3 requires the ventilation units to L. K2
pointed that
Proof of the assessed shaft level difference D K, w
the structure of the
according to DIN 4109 or DIN 52 210, part 6.
Shaft system
If, in addition, voluntary information is given about the a bigger one Cover-
inherent noise of the ventilation units, this information is Influence on the potting
either an A-weighted sound Sound trans-
power level L WA ( see DIN 45 635 Part 1) or as an A- as E.reception room
weighted sound pressure level L based A.on the ventilation
an absorption area A L = To make 4 m². system.
Will go to A L = 10 m², the sound level is 4 dB (A) lower. L. K1

9.3 Noise behavior of ventilation devices

The perceived intrinsic noise of the ventilation device is

recorded differently and is heavily dependent on the Manhole
furnishings and the reverberation time of the room. Wall Transmission room

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10 Notes on VDE 0100-701

10.1 General Figure 10.1.1) Installation of ventilation units in the protection area
1 and 2 for showers with a bathtub
The scope of VDE 0100-701 applies to the
installation of electrical systems in rooms that are
used for bathing and / or showering by people.

The facilities for bathing or showering must be

firmly arranged. There is no adaptation of
systems that have been designed in accordance
with the old VDE 0100-700: 1984-05.
Area 1
225
Thread measure

cm
10.2 Protection areas / classifications Area 0

Electrical systems in rooms must be set up in such a Area 2

60 cm
way that there is no danger to people from
electrical equipment.

The protection areas according to VDE 0100-701 are

divided as follows:

Fig. 10.1.2) Installation of ventilation units in the protection area

1 for showers without a tub
Area 0
Covers the inside of the shower / bathtub. The
only limitation is the tub itself.
Water outlet
stepping point

Area 1
In the case of shower trays or bathtubs, the area is
limited by the edge of the bathtub and the vertical
wall surfaces above the shower or bathtub (see Fig.
1).
Area 1 for showers without The tub is the
225 cm
cylindrical space with a radius of 120 cm from the
center of the fixed water outlet on the wall or
ceiling (see Fig. 2). Area 1 is 225 cm high. r = 120 cm

Area 1

Area 2
(only for shower or bath tubs) Note: Area 0 not set; Area 2 is not applicable

Area 2 is limited by the area of area 1 and a

distance or thread size of 60 cm. The height is
225 cm from the finished floor (see Fig. 1).

Ventilation devices can be installed in protection area 1

or 2 for shower / bath tubs, as shown in Figure 1 or 2, if
a proven water jet protection test (IPX5) is available.

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11 Fire protection according to DIN 18017 (extract, part 1)
11.1 General according to DIN 18017-3
If the ventilation systems are set up according to the
requirements of DIN 18017-3, those in the “Model
Directive on Fire Protection Requirements for Ventilation
Systems (M-LüAR)”, Section 7 - “Special provisions for
ventilation systems according to DIN 18017-3” apply
Requirements.
11.2 Legal requirements and regulations for
preventive fire protection in residential
construction
Legal requirements for preventive fire protection in
ventilation systems can be found in the following
regulations / rules:
- State building regulations; Implementing Ordinance
- technical building regulations
- Building supervision guidelines on fire protection
requirements for ventilation systems
- Ventilation system guidelines (M-LüAR)
The following statement applies in principle:
“Ventilation systems or installation shafts must be
operationally safe and fire-proof. Ventilation ducts
may be passed through fire-resistant walls or
ceilings if fire and smoke cannot be transmitted. "
When fire protection measures are to be observed
depends on the height of the building. Depending on
the federal state, the “building height” is interpreted
differently. As a rule, requirements are placed on the
fire resistance period of installation / ventilation shafts
or ventilation devices / shut-off devices from a height of
6 - 7 m up to the upper floor of the top floor.
11.3 General requirements for shut-off devices
according to DIN 18017
For shut-off devices according to DIN 18017, compared
to fire dampers according to DIN 4102, special
provisions apply with regard to fire testing and system
design.
Approval guidelines and test regulations are laid down
by the German Institute for Building Technology (DIBt).
By issuing a construction
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With visible approval by the DIBt, the shut-off devices
can be used as a building product in the sense of all state
building regulations.
The shut-off devices are given the suffix
“-18017” (e.g. K90-18017) after the fire resistance
period achieved.
Details on the use / installation of shut-off devices or
the ventilation system can be found in the building
inspectorate approval. The approval can contain, for
example, the following information:
- Product description / drawings
- Requirements for the shaft wall / cladding
- Permissible cable cross-sections of the ventilation system
- Installation positions of the shut-off device
- Maintenance instructions / inspection intervals
Shut-off devices in accordance with DIN 18017, together
with the components of a ventilation system, prevent fire
and smoke from spreading when floors are on top of
each other.
They are not permitted to prevent fire spreading
within a floor, e.g. bridging an apartment partition
wall.
The ventilation devices / shut-off devices can be used in
residential buildings, e.g. bathrooms, toilets, ... and in
"non-residential buildings", e.g. tea kitchens in offices,
can be used.
3
Figure 11.2) Sectional view of a
LIMODOR shut-off device
series compact-K 2
5
6th 1
4th
7th
1 = damper spring, tensioned 2
= damper blade, stainless steel
3 = fusible link release trigger
direction
4 = non-return valve of the 8th
Ventilation device
5 = end position safety device
Damper blade
6 = exhaust socket, stainless steel
7 = fire protection jacket 8 =
housing box compact
LIMODOR ventilation units have a non-return flap (item 4)
that prevents smoke (cold smoke) from being transmitted
to other user / residential units!
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11 Fire protection according to DIN 18017 (extract, part 2)

11.4 Fire protection solutions with ventilation The cross-section of the air-carrying (non-combustible)
devices in / outside of classified ventilation / main line must not exceed 1000 cm² = NW 355 mm. The
installation shafts shut-off devices can also be used directly in or on
ventilation shafts without internal ducting.
In the case of ventilation systems for toilets or
bathrooms, shut-off devices with a fire protection
jacket around the installation box, in conjunction with Picture 11.4.3) Wall sleeve
a height offset (H), ensure fire protection. In the event (e.g. aluminum flexible pipe)

of a fire, a “cold air column” arises in the connection

Air-carrying
line of the ventilation devices, which, in conjunction Shaft cross
with the non-return valve, prevents smoke and fire cut "Active shut-off
contraption"
from spreading to other rooms on the common main
line. Classified
Kickback
Ventilation duct
flap
Connection line (flexible aluminum
Picture 11.4.1)
pipe) with "cold air column"
Ventilation unit
Ceiling grouting compact-K-AP
(Surface-mounted)

Main line Thanks to its simple fire protection solution, the compact-
H = 150 mm K-AP fan series is particularly suitable for renovating old
buildings or for converting thermal lift ventilation. Due to
Direction of flow

classified the overpressure in the shaft, ensure that it is sealed. If

Kickback
Shaft wall
flap
necessary, a ventilation pipe must be pulled into the shaft
during the renovation.
Built-in box
compact-BR

With shut-off devices for kitchens or kitchenettes, or with 11.5 Ceiling bulkhead fire protection solutions with
systems in combination with toilets and bathrooms, an ventilation devices in / outside of ventilation /
additional "active shut-off" (e.g. spring-loaded metal flap installation shafts
with fusible link release)
Limodor ceiling bulkheads enable the use of
lock the box. unclassified manhole or pre-wall cladding. The principle
of fire sealing in the ceiling or in the floor and in
Picture 11.4.2)
connection with our ventilation devices prevents the
Ceiling grouting Connection pipe (aluminum flexible pipe) transmission of fire and smoke within the ventilation
system in the event of a fire.

Main line
"Active shut-off Picture 11.4.4)

contraption"
Ceiling grouting Ceiling bulkhead

Kickback
flap
Built-in box Main line
compact-K Connecting pipe
(Aluminum flexible pipe)

These installation boxes can be rotated in their

installation position through the metal flap (exhaust Kickback
socket left or right or with version -K / H = at the rear). flap
The height offset does not apply to these fire protection Built-in box
solutions. compact

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12 Fireplaces dependent on ambient air and fan operation

12.1 General 12.2.2 Joint operation

Single-pipe ventilation devices must not impair the proper
operation of room air-dependent combustion systems.
The requirements for the installation and the supply of
combustion air to fireplaces are summarized in the state
firing regulations.
According to the building inspectorate approval, fans
may be installed and operated in user units with open-
air-dependent fireplaces if the exhaust gas routing is
monitored by special safety devices that also switch off
the fans when triggered.
It must be ensured that the operation of the fan does
not generate a negative pressure greater than 4 Pa in
the user unit. This must be taken into account when
dimensioning and designing the outer wall outlets.
Joint operation requires a safety device or a technical
system measure that ensures that the ventilation system
or a "quickly switched-off fireplace" may not go into
operation or will not continue to be operated if there is a
dangerous negative pressure in the installation room
during the operation of a conventional room air-
dependent fireplace the fire
site can arise. Safety devices for joint operation
require a general building inspectorate usability
proof. In the event of a malfunction, the safety device
must either act on the ventilation system or release a
sufficiently large opening to the outside (controllable
ALD).
In the case of alternating operation, it must be proven
in conjunction with the safety device that the fan is or
will be switched off when the fireplace is in operation.

12.2 Operating modes in connection with open-air-

dependent fireplaces according to DIN 1946-6 Devices as openings to the outside can be controllable
ALDs, for example. The devices that are used as openings
The operation of room air-dependent fireplaces with fan- into the open air are to be dimensioned according to the
assisted ventilation systems requires suitable safety largest volume flow of all installed air extraction devices.
equipment. A distinction must be made between
alternate and joint operations.
The facilities must:
- be sufficiently airtight when closed
12.2.1 Alternating operation - must not inadmissibly impair the thermal
resistance of the outer wall
Alternating operation requires a safety device that - must have the safety functions
ensures that the ventilation system is not allowed to go retain.
into operation or will not continue to be operated if
conventional air-conditioned fireplaces are also in
operation. The safety devices for alternating operation
must meet the performance criteria according to the
state of the art.

The fan must be able to be switched off externally by

interrupting the power supply without losing program
data. This shutdown can be ensured, for example, by a
potential-free input on the ventilation unit.

The transmission signal between the fireplace and the fan

should take place via a cable, for example. Radio
transmission systems must be suitable for safe signal
transmission.

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