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Operating the Fan
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speed. Moving at a low speed means less energy used for operation, translating into more energy savings year-round. Follow the
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To ensure proper fan rotation:
1. Turn on the fan.
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3. If the fan is not rotating counterclockwise, reverse the direction of rotation. See page 37 for instructions on changing the direction of
rotation.
Heating season
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fan should be operated continuously during the heating season and should not be operated in reverse (clockwise). Big Ass Fans are
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Adjust the fan speed to the appropriate starting fan speed listed in the table below.
Floor-to-ceiling height (ft)
Starting fan speed
Display %
<40
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20–30%
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30–40%
Stand directly below the tips of the airfoils with hand outstretched. If you feel a draft, slightly decrease the fan speed (0.5). Repeat until
the draft is no longer noticeable.
Cooling season
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During the cooling season, every degree higher that the thermostat is reset reduces the energy consumed by the air conditioner by
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Adjust the fan speed to the appropriate starting fan speed listed in the table below.
Floor-to-ceiling height (ft)
Starting fan speed
Display %
<40
+]
40–50%
+]
60–70%
Increase the speed of the fan until desired air speed or maximum fan speed is reached. In air conditioned facilities, increase the
thermostat setting by 2–7°F to save energy.
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