Return to List of FAQs Question 10: Can insulation material be used over fans installed in the ceiling?
• YES, loose fill or batt insulation can be placed directly over the fan housing in the attic. The Panasonic fans and fan/light combination units do not create the excessive heat that is a problem for recessed lighting fixtures or some competitors’ fan/light combination units. The building codes and UL reflect requirements for “IC-rated” products for recessed lighting fixtures that refer to Insulation Contact. This is only an issue for high temperature devices that must be rated IC to allow insulation to cover the fixture. Otherwise, those recessed lighting fixtures require that the insulation be held back from the unit to keep it from getting too hot. There is no such requirement for the Panasonic fans. Our efficient and cool motors and our fluorescent bulbs do not create enough heat to limit the contact with insulation materials.
