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14. TROUBLESHOOTING

Solution

1. Check circuit fuses or breakers.
2. Check line wire connections to the fan and switch wire connections in the 

switch housing. 

CAUTION:

 Make sure main power is off.

1. Make sure all motor housing screws are snug.
2. Make sure the screws that attach the fan blade bracket to the motor hub is 

tight.

3. Make sure wire nut connections are not rubbing against each other or the 

interior wall of the switch housing. 

CAUTION:

 Make sure main power is off.

4. Allow a 24-hour "breaking-in" period. Most noise associated with a new fan 

disappear during this time.

5. If using an optional light kit, make sure the screws securing the glassware 

are tight. Check that the light bulb is also secure.

6. Do not connect the fan with a wall mounted variable speed control (s).
7. Make sure the upper canopy is a short distance from the ceiling. It should 

not touch the ceiling.

1.  Check that all blade and blade arm screws are secure.
2. Most fan wobbling problems are caused when blade levels are unequal. 

Check this level by selecting a point on the ceiling above the tip of one of 
the blades. Measure this distance. Rotate the fan until the next blade is 
positioned for measurement. Repeat for each blade. The distance deviation 
should be equal within 1/8".

3. Use the enclosed Blade Balancing Kit if the blade wobble is still noticeable.
4. If the blade wobble is still noticeable, interchanging two adjacent (side by 

side) blades can redistribute the weight and possibly result in smoother 
operation.

WARNING:

 TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY,  DO NOT BEND THE 

BLADE ARM WHILE INSTALLING, BALANCING THE BLADES, OR CLEANING THE 
FAN. DO NOT INSERT FOREIGN OBJECTS BETWEEN ROTATING FAN BLADES.

Problem

Fan will not start.

Fan sounds noisy.

Fan wobble.

Summary of Contents for 68-227-545-45

Page 1: ...READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FAN RATING AC 120V 60Hz CUL LISTED MODEL AC 572M MODELS 68 227 545 45 68 227 589 89 68 227 5RV 129 68 227 5RV 148 68 227 5RV 187 CEILING FAN OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...tch housing i Package hardware 1 Mounting hardware screws 2 lock washers 2 star washers 2 wire nuts 3 wood screws 2 washers 2 2 Blade attachment hardware screws 21 fiber washers 21 3 Blade arm hardware screws with lock washers 11 4 Safety cable hardware wood screw lock washer metal washer 5 Balance Kit Philips screw driver Blade screw driver 11 mm wrench Step ladder Wire cutters 1 1 TOOLS AND MATE...

Page 3: ...cleaning the fan 10 Do not use water or detergents when cleaning the fan or fan blades A dry dust cloth or lightly dampened cloth will be suitable for most cleaning 11 After marking electrical connections spliced conductors should be turned upward and pushed carefully up into outlet box The wires should be spread apart with the grounded conductor and the equipment grounding conductor on one side o...

Page 4: ...materials The outlet box and its support must be able to fully support the moving weight of the fan at least 50 lbs Do not use plastic outlet boxes Figures 1 2 and 3 are examples of different ways to mount the outlet box Note You may need a longer downrod to maintain proper blade clearance when installing on a steep sloped ceiling Fig 3 Outlet box Provide strong support Recessed outlet box Ceiling...

Page 5: ... 6 Route wires exiting from the top of the fan motor through the collar cover canopy cover canopy and then through the ball downrod Fig 7 Step 7 Align the holes at the bottom of the downrod with the holes in the collar on top of the motor housing Fig 7 Carefully insert the hanger pin through the holes in the collar and downrod Be careful not to jam the pin against the wiring inside the downrod Ins...

Page 6: ...te neutral household wire Step 3 Connect the fan ground wire green to the household ground wire Step 4 After connecting the wires spread them apart so that the green and white wires are on one side of the outlet box and the black and the blue wires are on the other side Step 5 Turn the connecting nuts upward and push the wiring into the outlet box Figures 11 and 12 illustrate the wiring connection...

Page 7: ...NG THE INSTALLATION Step 1 Tuck connections neatly into ceiling outlet box Step 2 Slide the canopy up to hanger bracket and place the key hole on the canopy over the screw on the hanger bracket turn canopy until it locks in place at the narrow section of the key holes Step 3 Align the circular hole on canopy with the remaining hole on the hanger bracket secure by tightening the two set screws Note...

Page 8: ...motor using the screws supplied Fig 14 Figure 14 Figure 15 10 INSTALLATING THE MOUNTING PLATE 1 Remove the 1 of 3 screws from the mounting ring and loosen the other 2 screws Do not remove 2 Place the key holes on the mounting plate over the 2 screws previously loosened from the mounting ring turn mounting plate until it locks in place at the narrow section of the key holes Secure by tightening the...

Page 9: ...g the fuse at fuse box Step 1 Remove the 3 screws from the mounting plate Step 2 While holding the switch housing under your fan snap together the wire connection plug Fig 16 Step 3 Install the switch housing onto the mountimg plate with 3 screws provided Be sure to tighten all screws Fig 16 Mounting plate Connection plugs Switch housing Screws ...

Page 10: ...mber of fans and so on The slide switch controls directions forward switch left or reverse switch right NOTE Wait for fan to stop before changing the setting of the slide switch Warm weather Forward A downward airflow creates a cooling effect as shown in Fig 17 This allows you to set your air conditioner on a warmer setting without affecting your comfort Cool weather Reverse An upward airflow move...

Page 11: ...g the finish The plating is sealed with a lacquer to minimize discoloration or tarnishing Do not use water when cleaning This could damage the motor or the wood or possibly cause an electrical shock 3 You can apply a light coat of furniture polish to the wood blades for additional protection and enhanced beauty Cover small scratches with a light application of shoe polish 4 There is no need to oil...

Page 12: ...ontrol s 7 Make sure the upper canopy is a short distance from the ceiling It should not touch the ceiling 1 Check that all blade and blade arm screws are secure 2 Most fan wobbling problems are caused when blade levels are unequal Check this level by selecting a point on the ceiling above the tip of one of the blades Measure this distance Rotate the fan until the next blade is positioned for meas...

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