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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Fan does not move.
1. Reverse switch not engaged.
1. Push switch firmly either way.
2. Power is off or fuse is blown.
2. Turn power on or check fuse.
3. Faulty wire connection.
3. Turn power off. Loosen canopy (B) and
check all connections.
4. Plugs not connected properly.
4. Check that male and female plugs in
switch housing (J) are connected properly
according to instructions on page 8.
Noisy operation.
1. Blades (F) are loose.
1.
Tighten all blade screws (L).
2. Cracked blade (F).
2. Replace blade (F).
3. Unapproved speed control.
3. Replace with an approved speed
control
device.
Excessive wobbling.
1. Blades (F) are loose.
1.
Tighten all blade screws (L).
2. Blade arms (G) incorrectly attached.
2. Re-install blade arms (G).
3. Unbalanced blades (F).
3.
Switch one blade (F) with a blade (F)
from the opposite side or use blade
balancing kit (P) included.
4. Fan not securely mounted.
4. Turn power off. Carefully loosen
canopy (B) and verify that mounting
bracket (C) is secure.
5. Fan too close to vaulted ceiling.
5. Use a longer downrod (A) or move fan
to another location.
6. Set screw(s) on motor housing yoke
6. Tighten yoke set screw(s) securely.
is (are) not tightened properly.
7. Set screw on hanging ball is not
7. Carefully loosen and lower canopy (B)
tightened properly.
and verify that set screw on hanging ball
is tightened securely.
Fan operates but light fails
1. Bulb(s) not installed correctly.
1. Re-install bulb(s).
(if applicable).
2. Wires in canopy (B) not wired properly.
2. Check wires in canopy (B) and, if
necessary, re-wire according to
instructions on page 6 and 7.
3. Wall switch to fan is off.
3. Make sure that wall switch to fan is on.
Note:
A small amount of "wobble" is normal and should not be considered a defect.
Warning:
Before beginning work, shut off the power supply to avoid electrical shock.
At least twice each year, lower canopy (B) to check downrod (A) assembly, and then tighten all screws on the fan.
Clean motor housing (D) with only a soft brush or lint-free cloth to avoid scratching the finish. Clean blades (F) with
a lint-free cloth. You may occasionally apply a light coat of furniture polish to wood blades for added protection.
Important:
Shut off main power supply before beginning any maintenance. Do not use water or a damp cloth to
clean the ceiling fan.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
