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Installation Instructions For Vari-Cylone Ceiling Fans

  | 

 

Installation Instructions For Vari-Cyclone Ceiling Fans

For more information: 

Nextek Power Systems  

Tel: 313.887.1321  

www.nextekpower.com 

 

461 Burroughs Street 

Toll free: 1 (877) 24-VOLTS 

 

Detroit, Michigan 48202 

Fax: 313.887.9433 

[email protected]

For more information: 

Nextek Power Systems  

Tel: 313.887.1321  

www.nextekpower.com 

 

461 Burroughs Street 

Toll free: 1 (877) 24-VOLTS 

 

Detroit, Michigan 48202 

Fax: 313.887.9433 

[email protected]

2

11

WARRANTY:

  All fan bodies and fan motors are 

warranted against defect for one (1) year 

from time of sale. Please keep any dated 
invoices or sales receipts for proof of 
purchase.

DISCLAIMER:

  All DC powered ceiling fan motors are 

rated for one (1) amp maximum input.

  All warranties on the motor and body 

part are voided if the power input to the 
motor exceeds one (1) amp.

  When operating an DC powered ceiling 

fan directly from a Photo Voltaic (PV) 
panel, without a battery in the circuit, be 

sure the output of the panel does not 
exceed 20 watts at 12 or 24 Vdc.

  THIS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. 

I

IMPORTANT INFORMATION :

1. It is recommended that all Nextek 

Fanworks DC ceiling fans be used in 

conjunction with the Nextek 12/24V 
Speed Controller.

2. If operating in a 12V environment, the 

12/24V speed control is required.

3. The Nextek DC ceiling fans can be 

operated above 24VDC, but not to 
exceed 48VDC.  A 48VDC Speed 
Controller can be special ordered.  The 
12/24V speed control is designed to work 
only between 12V and 24V.

4. A Nextek 12.6 watt solar panel is 

available and perfectly matched for 
this DC powered ceiling fan and speed 
control.

5. For new installations:  This is a low-

voltage 12/24V DC-powered device.  
Appropriate sizing of a solar panel, 

CAUTION:

1.  Read entire instructions carefully before 

beginning installation.

2.   To avoid possible electrical shock, be certain 

electricity is shut off at main panel before 

wiring.

3.   All wiring must be in accordance with 

national and local electrical codes. If you 

are unfamiliar with wiring, you should use a 

qualified electrician.

WARNING:

1.   To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock 

use Nextek 12/24V speed controls only.

2.   To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not 

bend the blade brackets when installing the 

brackets or cleaning the fan. Do not insert 

foreign objects in between rotating fan 

blades.

3.   To reduce the risk of personal injury, install 

the fan only to the building structure 

according to these instructions, and use only 

the hardware supplied.

!

MY FAN MAKES A RUBBING SOUND WHEN RUNNING: 

Turn your fan off, when the blades have stopped turning, spin the fan with your hand, if you hear the 

rubbing sound, it is most likely that the fan’s hub is rubbing against the motor housing.
Loosen the hub’s set screw; remove the decorative knob covering the fan’s motor shaft. Using a flat 
bladed screw driver, pry the safety push nut away from the hub (about 1/8 inch) Try spinning the fan 
again, if the rubbing sound is gone, then re-tighten the set screw and replace the decorative knob.

MY FANS BLADES SEEM TO GO UP AND DOWN AS THE FAN SPINS: 

Turn fan off, gently rotate hub by hand, look for the high and low movement of the blades. Grab the 

hub at the high spot with one hand, with your other hand, grab the low spot, then “gently” push the 
low side of the hub up while pulling down on the high side. Spin the hub again and see if the up/down 

wobble is gone, if not, repeat the procedure until problem is fixed.

battery and battery charge controller are 

essential for proper operation.  Consult a 
qualified installer of DC devices to insure 
correct configuration.

6. For installation in existing DC power 

environment:  Great care must be taken 
to ensure fan is wired properly in existing 
DC power environment.  Warranty may 

be violated if attempting to operate in 
anything other than 12/24V DC.   Please 
consult a qualified technician. 

7. Failure to wire correctly or install in non-

recommended power environment may 

violate your warranty. 

 

Installation Instructions For Vari-Cylone Ceiling Fans

  | 

 

Installation Instructions For Vari-Cyclone Ceiling Fans

For more information: 

Nextek Power Systems  

Tel: 313.887.1321  

www.nextekpower.com 

 

461 Burroughs Street 

Toll free: 1 (877) 24-VOLTS 

 

Detroit, Michigan 48202 

Fax: 313.887.9433 

[email protected]

For more information: 

Nextek Power Systems  

Tel: 313.887.1321  

www.nextekpower.com 

 

461 Burroughs Street 

Toll free: 1 (877) 24-VOLTS 

 

Detroit, Michigan 48202 

Fax: 313.887.9433 

[email protected]

2

11

WARRANTY:

  All fan bodies and fan motors are 

warranted against defect for one (1) year 

from time of sale. Please keep any dated 
invoices or sales receipts for proof of 
purchase.

DISCLAIMER:

  All DC powered ceiling fan motors are 

rated for one (1) amp maximum input.

  All warranties on the motor and body 

part are voided if the power input to the 
motor exceeds one (1) amp.

  When operating an DC powered ceiling 

fan directly from a Photo Voltaic (PV) 
panel, without a battery in the circuit, be 

sure the output of the panel does not 
exceed 20 watts at 12 or 24 Vdc.

  THIS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. 

I

IMPORTANT INFORMATION :

1. It is recommended that all Nextek 

Fanworks DC ceiling fans be used in 

conjunction with the Nextek 12/24V 
Speed Controller.

2. If operating in a 12V environment, the 

12/24V speed control is required.

3. The Nextek DC ceiling fans can be 

operated above 24VDC, but not to 
exceed 48VDC.  A 48VDC Speed 
Controller can be special ordered.  The 
12/24V speed control is designed to work 
only between 12V and 24V.

4. A Nextek 12.6 watt solar panel is 

available and perfectly matched for 
this DC powered ceiling fan and speed 
control.

5. For new installations:  This is a low-

voltage 12/24V DC-powered device.  
Appropriate sizing of a solar panel, 

CAUTION:

1.  Read entire instructions carefully before 

beginning installation.

2.   To avoid possible electrical shock, be certain 

electricity is shut off at main panel before 

wiring.

3.   All wiring must be in accordance with 

national and local electrical codes. If you 

are unfamiliar with wiring, you should use a 

qualified electrician.

WARNING:

1.   To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock 

use Nextek 12/24V speed controls only.

2.   To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not 

bend the blade brackets when installing the 

brackets or cleaning the fan. Do not insert 

foreign objects in between rotating fan 

blades.

3.   To reduce the risk of personal injury, install 

the fan only to the building structure 

according to these instructions, and use only 

the hardware supplied.

!

MY FAN MAKES A RUBBING SOUND WHEN RUNNING: 

Turn your fan off, when the blades have stopped turning, spin the fan with your hand, if you hear the 

rubbing sound, it is most likely that the fan’s hub is rubbing against the motor housing.
Loosen the hub’s set screw; remove the decorative knob covering the fan’s motor shaft. Using a flat 
bladed screw driver, pry the safety push nut away from the hub (about 1/8 inch) Try spinning the fan 
again, if the rubbing sound is gone, then re-tighten the set screw and replace the decorative knob.

MY FANS BLADES SEEM TO GO UP AND DOWN AS THE FAN SPINS: 

Turn fan off, gently rotate hub by hand, look for the high and low movement of the blades. Grab the 

hub at the high spot with one hand, with your other hand, grab the low spot, then “gently” push the 
low side of the hub up while pulling down on the high side. Spin the hub again and see if the up/down 

wobble is gone, if not, repeat the procedure until problem is fixed.

battery and battery charge controller are 

essential for proper operation.  Consult a 
qualified installer of DC devices to insure 
correct configuration.

6. For installation in existing DC power 

environment:  Great care must be taken 
to ensure fan is wired properly in existing 
DC power environment.  Warranty may 

be violated if attempting to operate in 
anything other than 12/24V DC.   Please 
consult a qualified technician. 

7. Failure to wire correctly or install in non-

recommended power environment may 

violate your warranty. 

For more information: 

Nextek Power Systems  

Tel: 313.887.1321  

www.nextekpower.com 

 

461 Burroughs Street 

Toll free: 1 (877) 24-VOLTS 

 

Detroit, Michigan 48202 

Fax: 313.887.9433 

[email protected]

For more information: 

Nextek Power Systems  

Tel: 313.887.1321  

www.nextekpower.com 

 

461 Burroughs Street 

Toll free: 1 (877) 24-VOLTS 

 

Detroit, Michigan 48202 

Fax: 313.887.9433 

[email protected]

 

Installation Instructions For Vari-Fan Ceiling Fans

 

Installation Instructions For Vari-Fan Ceiling Fans

  | 

2

11

MY FAN MAKES A RUBBING SOUND WHEN RUNNING: 

Turn your fan off, when the blades have stopped turning, spin the fan with your hand, if you hear the 
rubbing sound, it is most likely that the fan’s hub is rubbing against the motor housing.
Loosen the hub’s set screw; remove the decorative knob covering the fan’s motor shaft. Using a flat 
bladed screw driver, pry the safety push nut away from the hub (about 1/8 inch) Try spinning the fan 
again, if the rubbing sound is gone, then re-tighten the set screw and replace the decorative knob.

MY FANS BLADES SEEM TO GO UP AND DOWN AS THE FAN SPINS: 

Turn fan off, gently rotate hub by hand, look for the high and low movement of the blades. Grab the 
hub at the high spot with one hand, with your other hand, grab the low spot, then “gently” push the 
low side of the hub up while pulling down on the high side. Spin the hub again and see if the up/down 

wobble is gone, if not, repeat the procedure until problem is fixed.

!

WARRANTY:

  All fan bodies and fan motors are 

warranted against defect for one (1) year 
from time of sale. Please keep any dated 
invoices or sales receipts for proof of 
purchase.

DISCLAIMER:

  All DC powered ceiling fan motors are 

rated for one (1) amp maximum input.

  All warranties on the motor and body 

part are voided if the power input to the 
motor exceeds one (1) amp.

PLEASE NOTE:

  When operating an DC powered ceiling 

fan directly from a Photo Voltaic (PV) 
panel, without a battery in the circuit, be 

sure the output of the panel does not 
exceed 20 watts at 12 or 24 Vdc.

  THIS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. 

I

IMPORTANT INFORMATION :

1.  It is recommended that all Nextek 

Fanworks DC ceiling fans be used in 
conjunction with the Nextek 12/24V 

Speed Controller.

2.  If operating in a 12V environment, the 

12/24V speed control is required.

3.  The Nextek DC ceiling fans can be 

operated above 24VDC, but not to 
exceed 48VDC.  A 48VDC Speed 
Controller can be special ordered.  The 
12/24V speed control is designed to 
work only between 12V and 24V.

4.  A Nextek 12.6 watt solar panel is 

available and perfectly matched for 
this DC powered ceiling fan and speed 
control.

5. For new installations:  This is a low-

voltage 12/24V DC-powered device.  
Appropriate sizing of a solar panel, 
battery and battery charge controller are 

essential for proper operation.  Consult a 
qualified installer of DC devices to insure 
correct configuration.

6. For installation in existing DC power 

environment:  Great care must be taken 
to ensure fan is wired properly in existing 
DC power environment.  Warranty may 
be violated if attempting to operate in 
anything other than 12/24V DC. Please 
consult a qualified technician. 

7. Failure to wire correctly or install in non-

recommended power environment may 
violate your warranty. 

CAUTION:

1.  Read entire instructions carefully before 

beginning installation.

2.   To avoid possible electrical shock, be certain 

electricity is shut off at main panel before 

wiring.

3.   All wiring must be in accordance with 

national and local electrical codes. If you 

are unfamiliar with wiring, you should use a 

qualified electrician.

WARNING:

1.   To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock 

use Nextek 12/24V speed controls only.

2.   To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not 

bend the blade brackets when installing the 

brackets or cleaning the fan. Do not insert 

foreign objects in between rotating fan 

blades.

3.   To reduce the risk of personal injury, install 

the fan only to the building structure 

according to these instructions, and use only 

the hardware supplied.

For more information: 

Nextek Power Systems  

Tel: 313.887.1321  

www.nextekpower.com 

 

461 Burroughs Street 

Toll free: 1 (877) 24-VOLTS 

 

Detroit, Michigan 48202 

Fax: 313.887.9433 

[email protected]

For more information: 

Nextek Power Systems  

Tel: 313.887.1321  

www.nextekpower.com 

 

461 Burroughs Street 

Toll free: 1 (877) 24-VOLTS 

 

Detroit, Michigan 48202 

Fax: 313.887.9433 

[email protected]

 

Installation Instructions For Vari-Fan Ceiling Fans

 

Installation Instructions For Vari-Fan Ceiling Fans

  | 

2

11

MY FAN MAKES A RUBBING SOUND WHEN RUNNING: 

Turn your fan off, when the blades have stopped turning, spin the fan with your hand, if you hear the 
rubbing sound, it is most likely that the fan’s hub is rubbing against the motor housing.
Loosen the hub’s set screw; remove the decorative knob covering the fan’s motor shaft. Using a flat 
bladed screw driver, pry the safety push nut away from the hub (about 1/8 inch) Try spinning the fan 
again, if the rubbing sound is gone, then re-tighten the set screw and replace the decorative knob.

MY FANS BLADES SEEM TO GO UP AND DOWN AS THE FAN SPINS: 

Turn fan off, gently rotate hub by hand, look for the high and low movement of the blades. Grab the 

hub at the high spot with one hand, with your other hand, grab the low spot, then “gently” push the 

low side of the hub up while pulling down on the high side. Spin the hub again and see if the up/down 
wobble is gone, if not, repeat the procedure until problem is fixed.

!

WARRANTY:

  All fan bodies and fan motors are 

warranted against defect for one (1) year 
from time of sale. Please keep any dated 
invoices or sales receipts for proof of 
purchase.

DISCLAIMER:

  All DC powered ceiling fan motors are 

rated for one (1) amp maximum input.

  All warranties on the motor and body 

part are voided if the power input to the 
motor exceeds one (1) amp.

PLEASE NOTE:

  When operating an DC powered ceiling 

fan directly from a Photo Voltaic (PV) 
panel, without a battery in the circuit, be 
sure the output of the panel does not 

exceed 20 watts at 12 or 24 Vdc.

  THIS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. 

I

IMPORTANT INFORMATION :

1.  It is recommended that all Nextek 

Fanworks DC ceiling fans be used in 
conjunction with the Nextek 12/24V 

Speed Controller.

2.  If operating in a 12V environment, the 

12/24V speed control is required.

3.  The Nextek DC ceiling fans can be 

operated above 24VDC, but not to 
exceed 48VDC.  A 48VDC Speed 
Controller can be special ordered.  The 
12/24V speed control is designed to 
work only between 12V and 24V.

4.  A Nextek 12.6 watt solar panel is 

available and perfectly matched for 
this DC powered ceiling fan and speed 

control.

5. For new installations:  This is a low-

voltage 12/24V DC-powered device.  
Appropriate sizing of a solar panel, 
battery and battery charge controller are 

essential for proper operation.  Consult a 

qualified installer of DC devices to insure 
correct configuration.

6. For installation in existing DC power 

environment:  Great care must be taken 

to ensure fan is wired properly in existing 
DC power environment.  Warranty may 
be violated if attempting to operate in 
anything other than 12/24V DC. Please 
consult a qualified technician. 

7. Failure to wire correctly or install in non-

recommended power environment may 
violate your warranty. 

CAUTION:

1.  Read entire instructions carefully before 

beginning installation.

2.   To avoid possible electrical shock, be certain 

electricity is shut off at main panel before 

wiring.

3.   All wiring must be in accordance with 

national and local electrical codes. If you 

are unfamiliar with wiring, you should use a 

qualified electrician.

WARNING:

1.   To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock 

use Nextek 12/24V speed controls only.

2.   To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not 

bend the blade brackets when installing the 

brackets or cleaning the fan. Do not insert 

foreign objects in between rotating fan 

blades.

3.   To reduce the risk of personal injury, install 

the fan only to the building structure 

according to these instructions, and use only 

the hardware supplied.

For more information: 

Nextek Power Systems  

Tel: 313.887.1321  

www.nextekpower.com 

 

461 Burroughs Street 

Toll free: 1 (877) 24-VOLTS 

 

Detroit, Michigan 48202 

Fax: 313.887.9433 

[email protected]

For more information: 

Nextek Power Systems  

Tel: 313.887.1321  

www.nextekpower.com 

 

461 Burroughs Street 

Toll free: 1 (877) 24-VOLTS 

 

Detroit, Michigan 48202 

Fax: 313.887.9433 

[email protected]

 

Installation Instructions For Vari-Fan Ceiling Fans

 

Installation Instructions For Vari-Fan Ceiling Fans

  | 

10

3

TROUBLE SHOOTING:

The following are tips that may help fix a problem that you are having with a Nextek Power Systems 
Fanworks DC powered ceiling fan.
FAN DOESN’T RUN:

Check all connections to make sure you have power, use a volt meter or multi tester to confirm 
that the voltage is correct. If fan still doesn’t run, try connecting the fans leads directly to the 
battery (no switches or speed controls) If fan still won’t run, please contact Nextek Power Systems 

Fanworks, not your dealer.

FAN MOTOR IS HOT TO THE TOUCH:

Turn off fan immediately, and contact Nextek Power Systems Fanworks.

FAN MAKES “CLICKING” NOISE:

The “clicking” noise is usually a bur on one or both brushes. First try reversing the fan (i.e.: make it 
run backwards) this can be done by reversing the polarity of the fans wires at the battery. If your fan 

has a speed control but no reversing switch, reverse the leads that run from the speed control to 
the fan. In either case, let the fan run at least 24 hours in reverse, then try running the fan in forward 

and see if the noise is gone.
The second option, if your fan is not too high up, is to take a broom handle and give a sharp upward 
rap to the decorative nut at the center of the fan hub. (Do this while the fan is running) 
Please note: Fans in summer cottages or in places where the fan is not run for long periods of time 

are more prone to developing a bur on the brushes. Before starting fan, gently spin the blades by 
hand, and then turn on fan.
If problem persists, please contact Nextek Power Systems Fanworks.

MY FAN WOBBLES WHEN RUNNING:

Most fans mounted with a down rod will have a slight wobble (less than 1 inch from the center) 
depending on how long the down rod is.
All Nextek Power Systems Fanworks fans come from the factory with balanced blades and blade 

arms.
Make sure that the when the hub was placed on the fan shaft, that the flat on the shaft matched the 
flat on the hub’s center hole.
Check that all the blade arms have the same pitch. (Lay them in line on a flat surface and check 

that all the blade arms lay at the same angle.) If the pitch on one of the blade arms is different, try 
twisting the arm until it matches the rest of the arms.
Most large hardware stores, Home Depot, Lowes, Ace, etc, that sell ceiling fans, have blade balancing 
kits. These are very inexpensive and have good instructions, if the above ideas don’t work, pick up a 

kit and try it.

Step 2: Inspection of Fan

1.   Unpack the fan carefully to avoid any 

damage to the components.

2.   Check for any shipping damage to the 

motor and the fan blades. If more than 
one fan is being installed, keep the 
matched and balanced fan blades in sets, 
as they were shipped. Should one of 
the fan blades become damaged during 
shipment, return all blades in the set for 
replacement.

3.   Check contents to be certain it contains 

a bag of parts.

!

Figure 1

!

Step 3: Installation of Outlet Box and  

Rough-In Wiring

CAUTION:  

Your ceiling fan with accessories can weigh 

up to 35 lbs. The following precautions must 

be taken for safety and to ensure that your 

fan is securely mounted to the ceiling.

•  Be certain electricity is “off ” at fuse panel 

when inspecting or  repairing installation 

site.

•  All wiring must meet local and national 

electrical codes.

•  Do not mount directly to an unsupported 

ceiling or to an electrical outlet box. 

Mounting must support a 35 lb. fan with 

accessories.

1.   Secure metallic outlet box 4” x 1-1/2” 

or 4” x 1/2” deep to 2 x 4 cross brace 
between two ceiling joists as shown 
in Figure 2. The outlet box must be 
recessed into the ceiling by 1/16” 
minimum. Secure the outlet box to the 
cross brace by drilling (2) pilot holes no 

larger than the minor diameter of the 
wood screws (5/64”) and use two #8 x 
1-1/2” wood screws and washers. Use 
the innermost holes for securing the 
box. Orient the box so the outermost 
holes will be used in Step 4B.

CAUTION:  

Do not use a lubricant on screws.

Figure 2

Step 1: Pre-Installation Instructions

1.   Select installation site. Check to see 

that in normal use no object can come 
in contact with the rotating fan blades. 
The mounting site should also meet the 
precautions listed in Step 3 below.

2   Installation hardware is included for a 

standard drywall or plaster ceiling. You 
will need a 4” x 1-1/2” or a 4” x 1/2” 
outlet box and wire nuts (2) which can 
be purchased from any hardware store 
or electrical supply house.

3.   The fan blades must be mounted 

at least 7’ above the floor. For 
maximumefficiency, they should not have 

any obstruction (walls, posts, etc.) within 
24” of the blade tips. See Figure 1 for 
mounting distances.

 

For more information: 

Nextek Power Systems  

Tel: 313.887.1321  

www.nextekpower.com 

 

461 Burroughs Street 

Toll free: 1 (877) 24-VOLTS 

 

Detroit, Michigan 48202 

Fax: 313.887.9433 

[email protected]

For more information: 

Nextek Power Systems  

Tel: 313.887.1321  

www.nextekpower.com 

 

461 Burroughs Street 

Toll free: 1 (877) 24-VOLTS 

 

Detroit, Michigan 48202 

Fax: 313.887.9433 

[email protected]

 

Installation Instructions For Vari-Fan Ceiling Fans

 

Installation Instructions For Vari-Fan Ceiling Fans

  | 

10

3

TROUBLE SHOOTING:

The following are tips that may help fix a problem that you are having with a Nextek Power Systems 
Fanworks DC powered ceiling fan.
FAN DOESN’T RUN:

Check all connections to make sure you have power, use a volt meter or multi tester to confirm 
that the voltage is correct. If fan still doesn’t run, try connecting the fans leads directly to the 

battery (no switches or speed controls) If fan still won’t run, please contact Nextek Power Systems 
Fanworks, not your dealer.

FAN MOTOR IS HOT TO THE TOUCH:

Turn off fan immediately, and contact Nextek Power Systems Fanworks.

FAN MAKES “CLICKING” NOISE:

The “clicking” noise is usually a bur on one or both brushes. First try reversing the fan (i.e.: make it 
run backwards) this can be done by reversing the polarity of the fans wires at the battery. If your fan 
has a speed control but no reversing switch, reverse the leads that run from the speed control to 
the fan. In either case, let the fan run at least 24 hours in reverse, then try running the fan in forward 
and see if the noise is gone.
The second option, if your fan is not too high up, is to take a broom handle and give a sharp upward 
rap to the decorative nut at the center of the fan hub. (Do this while the fan is running) 
Please note: Fans in summer cottages or in places where the fan is not run for long periods of time 
are more prone to developing a bur on the brushes. Before starting fan, gently spin the blades by 
hand, and then turn on fan.
If problem persists, please contact Nextek Power Systems Fanworks.

MY FAN WOBBLES WHEN RUNNING:

Most fans mounted with a down rod will have a slight wobble (less than 1 inch from the center) 
depending on how long the down rod is.
All Nextek Power Systems Fanworks fans come from the factory with balanced blades and blade 
arms.
Make sure that the when the hub was placed on the fan shaft, that the flat on the shaft matched the 
flat on the hub’s center hole.
Check that all the blade arms have the same pitch. (Lay them in line on a flat surface and check 

that all the blade arms lay at the same angle.) If the pitch on one of the blade arms is different, try 
twisting the arm until it matches the rest of the arms.
Most large hardware stores, Home Depot, Lowes, Ace, etc, that sell ceiling fans, have blade balancing 

kits. These are very inexpensive and have good instructions, if the above ideas don’t work, pick up a 
kit and try it.

Step 2: Inspection of Fan

1.   Unpack the fan carefully to avoid any 

damage to the components.

2.   Check for any shipping damage to the 

motor and the fan blades. If more than 
one fan is being installed, keep the 
matched and balanced fan blades in sets, 
as they were shipped. Should one of 

the fan blades become damaged during 
shipment, return all blades in the set for 
replacement.

3.   Check contents to be certain it contains 

a bag of parts.

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Figure 1

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Step 3: Installation of Outlet Box and  

Rough-In Wiring

CAUTION:  

Your ceiling fan with accessories can weigh 

up to 35 lbs. The following precautions must 

be taken for safety and to ensure that your 

fan is securely mounted to the ceiling.

•  Be certain electricity is “off ” at fuse panel 

when inspecting or  repairing installation 

site.

•  All wiring must meet local and national 

electrical codes.

•  Do not mount directly to an unsupported 

ceiling or to an electrical outlet box. 

Mounting must support a 35 lb. fan with 

accessories.

1.   Secure metallic outlet box 4” x 1-1/2” 

or 4” x 1/2” deep to 2 x 4 cross brace 

between two ceiling joists as shown 

in Figure 2. The outlet box must be 

recessed into the ceiling by 1/16” 
minimum. Secure the outlet box to the 

cross brace by drilling (2) pilot holes no 
larger than the minor diameter of the 
wood screws (5/64”) and use two #8 x 
1-1/2” wood screws and washers. Use 

the innermost holes for securing the 

box. Orient the box so the outermost 
holes will be used in Step 4B.

CAUTION:  

Do not use a lubricant on screws.

Figure 2

Step 1: Pre-Installation Instructions

1.   Select installation site. Check to see 

that in normal use no object can come 
in contact with the rotating fan blades. 
The mounting site should also meet the 
precautions listed in Step 3 below.

2   Installation hardware is included for a 

standard drywall or plaster ceiling. You 
will need a 4” x 1-1/2” or a 4” x 1/2” 
outlet box and wire nuts (2) which can 
be purchased from any hardware store 

or electrical supply house.

3.   The fan blades must be mounted 

at least 7’ above the floor. For 
maximumefficiency, they should not have 
any obstruction (walls, posts, etc.) within 

24” of the blade tips. See Figure 1 for 

mounting distances.

 

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