BIG ASS FANS 8'-24' Powerfoil X, Installation Manual

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8’ - 24’ POWERFOIL® X
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8’ - 24’ POWERFOIL® X
Hanging the Fan
2. Secure Upper Safety Cable
WARNING: The safety cable is a crucial part of the fan and must be installed correctly. If you have any questions,
call Customer Service at 1-877-BIG-FANS.
Secure the safety cable to the I-beam or angle irons by wrapping the safety cable around it and securing the looped ends with the
shackle as shown. The cable must be drawn tightly around the I-beam or angle iron, leaving as little slack as possible. If possible, the
shackle should be on the topside of the I-beam or angle iron. Securely tighten the shackle.
Angle Iron Mount
I-Beam Mount Shackle
Direct Mount
ATTENTION: If installing a VESDA system, refer to the VESDA
Installation Guide BEFORE hanging the fan.
1. Attach Extension Tube (to Upper Yoke)
Fasten the extension tube to the upper yoke with the Single Pivot
Hardware as shown. Before tightening the bolts, allow the extension tube
to hang freely and balance itself.
Tighten the bolts to 40 ft·lb (54.2 N·m) using a 3/4” socket with torque
wrench.
Single Pivot Hardware (BAF-Supplied):
a. (2) 1/2-13 Nylock Nut
b. (4) 1/2’’ Flat Washer
c. (2) 1/2-13 x 5’’ GR 8 Bolt
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