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Electrical and Structural Requirements
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all
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carefully.
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electrical
work
not
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instructions
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done
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approved
by
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electrician.
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fan
performance
and
energy
savings
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heavily
on
the
proper
installation
and
use
of
the
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fan.
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tips
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Ceiling fans should be installed, or mounted, in the middle
of the room and at least 7 feet above the floor and 18
inches from the walls. If ceiling height allows, install the fan
8 - 9 feet above the floor for optimal airflow. Consult your
Fanimation Retailer for optional mounting accessories.
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Ceiling fans cool people, not rooms. If the room is
unoccupied, turn off the ceiling fan to save energy.
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Summer
Season:
Use the ceiling fan in the counter-
clockwise direction. The airflow produced by the ceiling
fan creates a wind-chill effect, making you “feel” cooler.
Select a fan speed that provides a comfortable breeze,
lower speeds consume less energy.
:
inter
Season:
Reverse the motor and operate the ceiling
fan at low speed in the clockwise direction. This produces
a gentle updraft, which forces warm air near the ceiling
down into the occupied space.Remember to adjust your
thermostat when using your ceiling fan - additional energy
and dollar savings could be realized with this simple step!
Your new ceiling fan will require a grounded electrical
supply line of 120 volts AC, 60 Hz, 15 amp circuit. The
outlet box must be securely anchored and capable of
withstanding a load of at least 35 lbs.
Figure
depicts
different structural configurations that may be used for
mounting the outlet box.
If your fan is to replace an existing light fixture, turn
electricity off at the main fuse box at this time and remove
the existing light fixture.
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WARNING
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off
wall
switch
is
not
sufficent.
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possible
electrical
shock,
be
sure
electricity
is
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off
at
the
main
fuse
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before
wiring.
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wiring
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ceiling
fan
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be
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WARNING
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reduce
the
risk
of
fire,
electrical
shock,
or
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injury,
mount
fan
to
outlet
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acceptable
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