Installation

Simple, single-room installation.

The Ariosa DOT is designed to be installed through a single external wall with a small core-drilled duct. No whole-house ducting required.

Not sure how many units you need? See Room Sizing.

Room suitability

Bedrooms

Quiet continuous ventilation, ideal for sleep.

Living rooms

Fresh air where the family gathers.

Home offices

Better focus with lower CO₂.

Apartments

Great for well-sealed modern flats.

Renovations

Adds ventilation without full ducting.

Damp-prone rooms

Helps manage moisture and mould risk.

Installation overview

  1. 1Choose an external wall in the room and mark the duct position.
  2. 2Core-drill a small opening through the wall.
  3. 3Fit the sleeve, external grille and internal unit.
  4. 4Connect to mains power via a qualified electrician.
  5. 5Pair the unit with the app and set your preferred mode.

Installer information

  • Installation should be carried out by a competent installer.
  • Electrical connection by a qualified electrician.
  • Full BIM/Revit resources available for specifiers.
  • Technical support available directly from FW Hipkin.