SAFETY PRECAUTION
2
REV 1.0
Please observe the following general safety precautions carefully before and during all phases of handling, installation,
removal, operation and maintenance of this appliance. Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety
standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the product. Mercator assumes no liability for customer’s failure
to comply with these requirements.
GENERAL
1.
Read all instructions and safety information. Review assembly diagrams provided before installing your new
ceiling fan.
2.
This fan must be installed by a licensed and qualified electrician according to SAA and local authority
regulations.
3.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
4.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
5.
All electrical works must only be undertaken after disconnection of the power by removing fuses or
turning off the circuit breaker, to ensure all pole isolation of the electrical supply.
6.
Do not use outdoors where it could be exposed to water or moisture.
7.
This manual is not intended to instruct or assist untrained or unqualified persons to install this ceiling fan.
8.
It is the responsibility of qualified, licensed installer and user to apply common sense and care at all
times during installation and operation.
CHOOSING A PROPER LOCATION FOR YOUR FAN
1.
According to regulations and to provide a safe clearance from the floor, the lowest point on the fan blade must
be at least 2.1 metres (7 feet) from the floor.
2.
The chosen location for the fan must not allow the rotating blades to come into contact with any object.
3.
Please check carefully and make sure that ceiling joists are strong enough and of adequate size to support the
weight of the fan and the force of about 35 kg.
4.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, please make sure that the fan mounting bracket is
directly supported from the building structure. Do not mount to an outlet box.
5.
The mounting bracket must be firmly screwed to a load bearing building structure e.g. a concrete ceiling, steel
structure, or a timber frame. If additional timber frames are to be added, those must be securely nailed or
screwed between the beams.
6.
Attach fan blades after the fan motor housing is installed and properly secured. Keep the fan motor and blades
in the original package until it is ready to be installed.
7.
Check and confirm, after the fan is completely installed, that all connections are proper and secure to prevent
the fan from falling or causing property damages or personal injury.
8.
Take care not to bend or damage the motor Drive Shaft or Fan Blades when handling or installing them. If such
defect is noticed, please contact the Customer Service before installation of the ceiling fan.
9.
Both the fan with light kit (accessory) and the hanging bracket must be earthed.
10.
Use of an unapproved wall controller voids the warranty. Only Mercator wall controllers are approved for use
with Mercator ceiling fans. Do not use solid state wall controllers.
11.
This fan is compatible with some HOME IT systems. Please contact Mercator for further details.
12.
Do not remove the fan from the ceiling after installation.
13.
Make sure electricity is turned off at the main power box before commencing work. Turn off the power by
removing fuse or turning off circuit breaker before installing the fan and replacing lamps.
