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WARNING: The fan must be installed with hardware that is marked to indicate suitability with this model. 
Other hardware cannot be substituted.

CAUTION: The installation of a Big Ass Fan must be in accordance with the requirements specified in this 
installation manual and with any additional requirements set forth by the national electric code (NEC) and all 
local codes. Code compliance is ultimately YOUR responsibility!

CAUTION: Exercise caution and common sense when powering the fan. Do not connect the fan to a damaged 
or hazardous power source. Do not attempt to resolve electrical malfunctions or failures on your own. Contact 
Big Ass Fans if you have any questions regarding the use of this fan.

CAUTION: When service or replacement of a component in the fan requires the removal or disconnection of a 
safety device, the safety device is to be reinstalled or remounted as previously installed.

WARNING: Risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons during cleaning and user-maintenance! Disconnect 
the fan from the power supply before servicing.

CAUTION: Do not bend the blades when installing, adjusting, or cleaning the fan. Do not insert foreign objects 
between rotating fan blades.

WARNING: Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when installing fans. Do not assemble 
fans if tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while installing 
fans may result in serious personal injury.

CAUTION: Do not operate fan with a damaged cord or plug. Return fan to an authorized service facility for 
examination or repair.

CAUTION: Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. 
Do not route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic area where it will not be 
tripped over.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose to water or rain.

WARNING: Do not prevent the oscillator from rotating when in operation!

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of Contents for Yellow Jacket

Page 1: ...INSTALLATION GUIDE Yellow Jacket Oscillator For help call 1 877 BIG FANS or visit www bigassfans com...

Page 2: ...fan and control components Failure to follow all relevant codes and ordinances including but not limited to the National Electrical Code United States applicable national and local electrical codes an...

Page 3: ...y installed WARNING Risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons during cleaning and user maintenance Disconnect the fan from the power supply before servicing CAUTION Do not bend the blades when...

Page 4: ...illation optional 4 6 Remove Original Speed Control Cover 4 7 Install New Speed Control Cover and Complete Wiring 4 Wiring the Oscillator Wiring Diagram 5 Column Yoke Mount Parts and Hardware 6 Instal...

Page 5: ...re required for installation contact Customer Service Note The illustrations below are not to scale Installation If you are installing the oscillator on a previously assembled fan with a portable base...

Page 6: ...le and second pedestal After securing the wheels and first pedestal to the portable base attach the handle and second pedestal with the Pedestal Hardware Ensure the handle is on the same side as the w...

Page 7: ...uld attach Ensure the oscillator motor is oriented Proceed to step 4 Lower Oscillator Hardware a 4 3 8 16 x 3 4 Hex Head Cap Screw b 4 3 8 Washer 4 Install fan yoke Secure the fan yoke to the oscillat...

Page 8: ...Adjust angle of oscillation optional The oscillator arm is preset to oscillate a full 60 degrees however the angle of oscillation can be adjusted and set to 45 60 or 90 The innermost hole is 90 the mi...

Page 9: ...s installation manual and with any additional requirements set forth by the National Electric Code NEC ANSI NFPA 70 2011 and all local codes Code compliance is ultimately YOUR responsibility 100k VIOL...

Page 10: ...e complete Yellow Jacket Installation Guide for all other aspects of fan installation operation and safety information WARNING Do not prevent the oscillator from rotating when in operation WARNING The...

Page 11: ...the speed knob from the original cover and set it aside Disconnect all wiring except the yellow purple and gray leads to the motor if present Remove the power cord and original cord grip connector fr...

Page 12: ...ERVED 8 4 Install fan yoke Secure the fan yoke to the oscillator bracket Refer to the appropriate illustration for the mounting method used Lower Oscillator Hardware a 4 3 8 16 x 1 Hex Head Cap Screw...

Page 13: ...the fan orientation and angle is set before routing the cord 4 Install the cord grip connector and power cord previously removed from original speed control in the open 1 2 connector hole on the junc...

Page 14: ...d secure the speed control and oscillator switch cables to the new cord grip connectors on the remote speed control box 5 Verify the cord will have enough slack to accommodate oscillating motion Note...

Page 15: ...cable is secured to the column above the Column Mount brackets Ensure the cable is secured to the fan yoke in the location shown below If the cable is secured too high on the fan yoke it may slide dow...

Page 16: ...be in accordance with the requirements specified in this installation manual and with any additional requirements set forth by the National Electric Code NEC ANSI NFPA 70 2011 and all local codes Code...

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