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- Page 1 INSTALLATION GUIDE Powerfoil X2.0 ® Washdown For help, call 1-877-BIG-FANS or visit www.bigassfans.com...
- Page 2 Do you have the appropriate mount to accommodate your roof pitch? If you are uncertain or feel you have the incorrect mount for your building structure, please contact Customer Service. Did a structural engineer approve the mounting structure? See page 9 for Big Ass Fans-approved mounting structures.
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Page 3: Contact Information
Powerfoil X 2.0 and the Powerfoil X2.0 logo are trademarks of Delta T Corporation, registered in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks used herein are the properties of their respective owners. No part of this document may be reproduced or translated into a different language without the prior written consent of Big Ass Fan Company. The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION: Exercise caution and common sense when powering the fan. Do not connect the fan to a damaged or hazardous power source. Do not attempt to resolve electrical malfunctions or failures on your own. Contact Big Ass Fans if you have any questions regarding the electrical installation of this fan. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Contents Introduction Safety Instructions Mounting Reference Guide Thank You About Big Ass Fans About the Fan Technical Specifications Pre-Installation What’s in the Box Parts and Hardware Tools Needed Understanding Roof Pitch Fan Diagram... - Page 8 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Contents (cont.) Electrical Installation Toggling the Fan’s Command Source Understanding and Clearing Fan Faults (cont.) Programming and Parameter Changes Locking and Unlocking Procedures Operating the Fan Heating Season Cooling Season Preventive Maintenance Annual Preventive Maintenance General Preventive Maintenance...
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Page 9: Thank You
Our never-ending commitment to quality and innovation keeps us at the leading edge of a burgeoning industry. With an eye to helping customers satisfy their needs, and a strong sense of corporate responsibility to the community, Big Ass Fans has redefined the way business is done. - Page 10 2. The distance of the fan from the ceiling should be measured from the top of the winglets to the ceiling. CAUTION: Big Ass Fans requires that the Powerfoil X2.0 fan be supplied from one of the following types of transformers: 575–600 V models: 575/330 V Wye secondary (neutral not utilized)
- Page 11 2. The distance of the fan from the ceiling should be measured from the top of the winglets to the ceiling. CAUTION: Big Ass Fans requires that the Powerfoil X2.0 Plus fan be supplied from one of the following types of transformers: 575V–600 V models:...
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Page 12: What's In The Box
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Pre-Installation What’s in the box If you ordered multiple fans, be sure to keep the components of each fan together. The fans each have differently rated components that are not interchangeable. The fan is shipped in multiple boxes. -
Page 13: Parts And Hardware
1. Guy wires are designed to constrain fan’s lateral movement and are only included in some fan packages. Big Ass Fans recommends using guy wires if the fan’s extension tube is 4 ft or longer, if the fan is exposed to high winds or similar conditions, or if the fan is close to any building fixtures. -
Page 14: Tools Needed
X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Pre-Installation (cont.) Tools needed Big Ass Fans recommends gathering the following tools prior to beginning installation. Note: This list of suggested tools is not exhaustive. Additional tools may be necessary. Mechanical installation Electrical installation Standard wrench set... -
Page 15: Fan Diagram
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Pre-Installation (cont.) Fan diagram A. Safety Cable. A redundant safety feature that secures the fan to the mounting structure. B. Upper Yoke. Secures the fan to the mounting structure and allows the fan to adjust its center of gravity. -
Page 16: Controller Diagram
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Pre-Installation (cont.) Controller diagram Note: The illustration below does not show wiring. VFD Enclosure (Front View) A. Controller Keypad. Controls fan operation. B. Disconnect. Emergency disconnect for the fan controller. The switch must be used to disconnect power when servicing the VFD or other electrical components. -
Page 17: Preparing The Work Site
(2) installation personnel will be required. • Big Ass Fans can only be mounted to an I-beam or angle irons. If mounting to an I-beam, the I-beam must be part of the existing building structure. Do not mount the fan to a single purlin, truss, or bar joist. Consult a structural engineer for installation methods not covered in the guide. -
Page 18: Understanding Airflow Patterns
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Pre-Installation (cont.) Understanding airflow patterns Airflow in an open area The airflow moves from the fan toward the floor. Once airflow hits the floor, it moves outward in all directions. The deflection of air off the floor is called a “floor jet.”... - Page 19 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Pre-Installation (cont.) Powerfoil X2.0 Plus ® The Powerfoil Plus winglet creates a jet of air that flows outward at a 45° angle, passing over floor obstructions and delivering airflow in a much broader pattern. When planning fan placement, consider the Powerfoil X 2.0 Plus fan’s larger coverage area. Note: Powerfoil Plus winglets are optional and may not be included in your fan order.
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Page 20: Attach Upper Yoke (To I-Beam)
® Mounting Structure: I-Beam Big Ass Fans can only be hung from an I-beam or bar joists. See the following page for bar joist mounting instructions. Consult a structural engineer for installation methods not covered in this manual. WARNING: The fan should not be installed unless the structure on which the fan is to be mounted is of sound construction, undamaged, and capable of supporting the loads of the fan and its method of mounting. -
Page 21: Select Proper Angle Irons
® Mounting Structure: Bar Joists Big Ass Fans can only be hung from an I-beam or bar joists. See the previous page for I-beam mounting instructions. Consult a structural engineer for installation methods not covered in this manual. WARNING: The fan should not be installed unless the structure on which the fan is to be mounted is of sound construction, undamaged, and capable of supporting the loads of the fan and its method of mounting. -
Page 22: Pre-Drill Angle Irons
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Mounting Structure: Bar Joists (cont.) 2. Pre-drill angle irons Before drilling the angle irons, confirm that you have the appropriate mount to accommodate the roof pitch of your mounting structure. Drill two Ø9/16”... -
Page 23: 4A. Fasten Single Angle Irons To Roof Structure
Fasten the angle irons to the roof structure mounting points at each end with customer-supplied hardware as shown. Do not tighten the hardware until the upper yoke has been mounted to the angle irons (step 5). Big Ass Fans recommends orienting the angle irons so that the horizontal legs are facing each other (vertical legs are on the outside). -
Page 24: 4B. Fasten Double Angle Irons To Roof Structure
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Mounting Structure: Bar Joists (cont.) 4b. Fasten double angle irons to roof structure Fasten the angle irons to the roof structure mounting points at each end with customer-supplied hardware as shown. The angle irons with fan mounting holes should be positioned on the inside, facing each other. -
Page 25: 5A. Attach Upper Yoke (To Angle Irons)
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Mounting Structure: Bar Joists (cont.) 5a. Attach upper yoke (to angle irons) If the fan will be directly mounted to the angle irons, skip this step and proceed to step 5b. Before drilling the angle irons, confirm that you have the appropriate mount to accommodate the roof pitch of your mounting structure. -
Page 26: 5B. Attach Main Fan Unit (To Angle Irons)
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Mounting Structure: Bar Joists (cont.) 5b. Attach main fan unit (to angle irons) CAUTION: The main fan unit is heavy. Use caution when raising it. Attach the main fan unit directly to the angle irons with the Motor Hub Hardware as shown. Consult the diagram below for distances between the angle irons. -
Page 27: Attach Extension Tube (To Upper Yoke)
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Hanging the Fan 1. Attach extension tube (to upper yoke) Fasten the extension tube to the upper yoke with the Extension Tube Hardware as shown. In order to efficiently drain water, the tube must be oriented so that slots on the bars between the extension tube flanges are facing downward. -
Page 28: Attach Lower Yoke (To Extension Tube)
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Hanging the Fan (cont.) 3. Attach lower yoke (to extension tube) Attach the lower yoke to the bottom of the extension tube with the Lower Yoke Hardware as shown. Tighten the hardware so that it is snug, but not fully tightened. -
Page 29: Attach Locking Carabiners To Main Fan Unit
If guy wires are needed and were not included with your fan order, contact Big Ass Fans Customer Service. WARNING: Ensure power is disconnected from the fan before installing the guy wires. - Page 30 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Installing Guy Wires (cont.) For best results, the guy wires should be installed at 45° in the X-Y, Y-Z, and X-Z planes as shown below. If the angle deviates by more than 15°, contact Customer Service for assistance.
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Page 31: Route Guy Wire Through Gripple
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Installing Guy Wires (cont.) 3. Route guy wire through Gripple ® Route the guy wire through the Gripple, the carabiner on the main fan unit, and then back through the Gripple as shown. Do not tighten the Gripple until the remaining guy wires have been installed. -
Page 32: Attach Winglets To Airfoils
® ® Installing Airfoils Big Ass Fans recommends completing Electrical Installation (p. 26) before installing the airfoils. WARNING: Disconnect power to the fan before installing the airfoils. 1. Attach winglets to airfoils Attach the winglet to the airfoil using the Winglet Hardware as shown. Both a Phillips head and flat head screwdriver are required to properly secure the fasteners. -
Page 33: Attach Airfoils To Hub
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Installing Airfoils (cont.) 3. Attach airfoils to hub Attach the 10 airfoil retainers with the Airfoil Hardware. Moving clockwise around the fan hub, position the airfoil retainers end over end as shown. - Page 34 WARNING: Exercise caution and common sense when powering the fan. Do not connect the fan to a damaged or hazardous power source. Do not attempt to resolve electrical malfunctions or failures on your own. Contact Big Ass Fans if you have any questions regarding the electrical installation of this fan.
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Page 35: Delta Secondary
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Delta secondary CAUTION: Care must be taken when connecting to a three-phase 240/120V secondary as shown below. All fan controller models rely on internal references made between each incoming phase and ground. To prevent nuisance tripping such as Overvoltage and Undervoltage faults, 200–250V, three phase fan controllers should be connected so that the High leg, or “phase B,”... -
Page 36: Branch Circuit Protection
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Branch circuit protection The fan controllers include fuses for branch short circuit protection. If desired, these fan controller models can be installed with a dedicated fusible disconnect and/or input circuit breaker. National and local industrial safety standards and/or electrical codes may determine additional requirements for these installations. -
Page 37: Mounting The Variable Frequency Drive (Vfd)
CAUTION: To avoid a short circuit, be very careful not to get metal chips in the control! The VFD enclosure does not provide conduit knockouts. Big Ass Fans recommends using a hole punch to create conduit knockouts in the most accessible locations on the enclosure. - Page 38 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: Fan Controller (200V–250V 1Φ, 1 HP) WARNING: Wait three minutes after disconnecting before servicing! WARNING: Improper installation can cause electric shock or damage to the motor and controller! A qualified electrician should perform the installation.
- Page 39 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: Fan Controller (200V–250V 1Φ, 2HP) WARNING: Wait three minutes after disconnecting before servicing! WARNING: Improper installation can cause electric shock or damage to the motor and controller! A qualified electrician should perform the installation.
- Page 40 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: Fan Controller (200V–250V 3Φ, 1 HP and 2 HP) WARNING: Wait three minutes after disconnecting before servicing! WARNING: Improper installation can cause electric shock or damage to the motor and controller! A qualified electrician should perform the installation.
- Page 41 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: Fan Controller (400V–480V 3Φ, 1 HP and 2 HP) WARNING: Wait three minutes after disconnecting before servicing! WARNING: Improper installation can cause electric shock or damage to the motor and controller! A qualified electrician should perform the installation.
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Page 42: Wiring: Fan Motor
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: Fan Motor WARNING: Wait three minutes after disconnecting before servicing! WARNING: Improper installation can cause electric shock or damage to the motor and controller! A qualified electrician should perform the installation. -
Page 43: Daisy Chaining
See the following page for detailed wiring diagrams. Limit two-conductor shielded cable runs to 200 ft (61 m) or less. Consult Big Ass Fans Customer Service Department for conversion to 4–20 mA current loop. - Page 44 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Daisy chaining (cont.) Reverse fan rotation is disabled when the fan is operated as a slaved unit. Note: To access all buttons on the controller, the controller cover must be removed.
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Page 45: Basic Distributed I/O Interface; Local Control
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Basic Distributed I/O Interface; LOCAL Control Note: RA to Digital Input #1 jumper removed. RS-485 1:Reserved 2:EV 3:GND 4:SG- 5:SG+ 6:Reserved FWD / STOP 7:Reserved 8:Reserved Digital Input STOP Digital Input... -
Page 46: Basic Distributed I/O Interface; External Control
About I/O Mode Selection Big Ass Fans factory defaults for analog and digital inputs are ACI (4-20 mA) and NPN (inputs pulled down to DC Common). If required, these may be switched to AVI (0-10 VDC as shown above) and PNP (inputs pulled up to 24 VDC) via the dip switches shown above. If required, a diagram can be provided to reflect these alternate connection schemes. -
Page 47: Interfacing With Basic Timers, Thermostats, And Other Equipment
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Interfacing with basic timers, thermostats, and other equipment RS-485 1:Reserved 2:EV 3:GND 4:SG- 5:SG+ 6:Reserved Digital Input 7:Reserved 8:Reserved Digital Input STOP Digital Input LOCAL MODE Digital Input Digital Input Digital Input... -
Page 49: Changing The Fan Speed
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Controller Operation Upon initial power-up of the fan, the controller display appears as shown on the right. Wall Controller The controller is programmed to show the fan’s current running speed in RPM on the LED display. -
Page 50: Cycling Through The Led Display Modes
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Controller Operation (cont.) Cycling through the LED display modes To cycle through the possible display options on the wall controller, press the MODE button repeatedly. Below are MODE the possible screens in the order in which they appear on the display. Note: To access the MODE button, the controller cover must be removed. -
Page 51: Understanding And Clearing Fan Faults
CAUTION: Under no circumstances should an operator attempt to alter the programming of the fan’s controller without the assistance of an authorized Big Ass Fans installer, the Big Ass Fans Customer Service Department, or the Big Ass Fans Engineering Department. -
Page 52: Locking And Unlocking Procedures
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Controller Operation (cont.) Locking and unlocking procedures To lock or unlock the wall controller, follow the chart below. Note: To access the required buttons, the controller cover must be removed. - Page 53 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Controller Operation (cont.) Locking and unlocking procedures User Selected Value “U” Output Current Display MODE STOP STOP MODE Lockout Entry STOP (Unlocked) These buttons are disabled in “LOC 1”. LOCAL STOP IF CODE IS...
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Page 54: Operating The Fan
Operating the Fan Big Ass Fans are the highest quality, most meticulously engineered HVLS fans on the planet, moving a lot of air with their size, not speed. Moving at a low speed means less energy used for operation, translating into more energy savings year-round. Follow the procedures below to ensure the most efficient operation of your Big Ass Fan. -
Page 55: Preventive Maintenance
If guy wires were not used, Big Ass Fans suggests installing them. Contact Customer Service. - Page 56 Notes...
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Page 57: Annual Maintenance Checklist
Annual Maintenance Checklist Fan Model: Fan Model: Fan Model: Serial #: Serial #: Serial #: Location: Location: Location: Date Initials Date Initials Date Initials... -
Page 59: Troubleshooting
For questions about your product or customer service inquiries, For questions about your product or customer service inquiries, please call our toll free number (877-BIG-FANS) or visit please contact your local Big Ass Fans representative or fill out a www.bigassfans.com/service. contact form at www.bigassfans.com/service. -
Page 60: E Series Fan Error Codes
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Troubleshooting (cont.) E Series fan error codes Review the below error codes and corrective actions for your fan controller before contacting Customer Service for support. Error code Description and corrective action Over Current Abnormal condition exists on the motor side of the fan system. - Page 61 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Troubleshooting (cont.) E Series fan error codes (cont.) Error code Description and corrective action Internal Memory Error If the power cycle is not resolved, perform a parameter hard reset. If the condition persists, contact Customer Service.
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Page 62: M Series Fan Error Codes
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Troubleshooting (cont.) M Series fan error codes Review the below error codes and corrective actions for your fan controller before contacting Customer Service for support. Error code Description and corrective action Over Current Abnormal condition exists on the motor side of the fan system. - Page 63 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 WASHDOWN & POWERFOIL X2.0 PLUS WASHDOWN ® ® Troubleshooting (cont.) M Series fan error codes (cont.) Error code Description and corrective action Various Unrecoverable Errors If the power cycle will not clear these faults, contact Customer Service. Internal Memory Error If the power cycle is not resolved, perform a parameter hard reset.
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Page 64: Warranty Return Instructions
Replacement of products under warranty return instructions If you believe a part failed during normal operation and is covered under warranty, Big Ass Fans will ship a replacement part to you pursuant to your notice that you will be replacing the original part within 10 days. The replacement part will be shipped to you prior to our receipt of the item that failed, and prior to our evaluation of this part to determine the reasons for its failure and whether it is covered under warranty. -
Page 65: Warranty Claim Form Instructions
The Warranty Claim Form will include our acknowledgment and a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. Do not return any item without first being assigned an RMA# by Big Ass Fans Customer Service. -
Page 67: Warranty Claim Form
800 Winchester Road Lexington, KY 40505 Phone: 1-877-BIG-FANS Fax: (859) 967-1695 www.bigassfans.com Warranty Claim Form Name (print): Signature: Company: Shipping Address: City/State/ZIP: Phone: Fax: Date of Items Returned: Purchase: Reason(s) for Returning Item (please provide detail, including length of time after fan had been in operation that problem was noticed, nature of problem, any attempts you made to remedy the problem, etc.): ATTENTION: Do not return any item without first being assigned an RMA# by Big Ass Fan Company Customer Service Department. -
Page 68: Responsibility Agreement
800 Winchester Road Lexington, KY 40505 Phone: 1-877-BIG-FANS Fax: (859) 967-1695 www.bigassfans.com Responsibility Agreement To: Big Ass Fan Company The undersigned understands and acknowledges receipt of the Warranty Claim Form and Instructions and agrees that Big Ass Fans (“Big Ass Fan Company”) has the right, upon receipt of returned merchandise, to make final determination as to whether this merchandise should be replaced at no cost under Big Ass Fan Company’s stated warranty policy. - Page 69 2348 Innovation Drive Lexington, KY 40511 Phone: 1-859-233-1271 www.bigasssolutions.com Check-In Procedure (for Big Ass Fans Certified Installers Only) ATTENTION: These items must be completed prior to any additional installation crew members entering jobsite or any installation material being unloaded. Date: Company:...
- Page 70 Big Ass Fans or otherwise specified in the installation instructions. If this installation will be performed outside the scope of work or not within the specifications of Big Ass Fans by customer’s request, please provide specific details: Please sign below if both parties agree that all aspects of this installation have been thoroughly explained and are of clear understanding and agreement of the installation to be completed.
- Page 71 2348 Innovation Drive Lexington, KY 40511 Phone: 1-859-233-1271 Close-Out Procedure www.bigasssolutions.com (for Big Ass Fans Certified Installers Only) Date: Company: Job Name: Address: Purchase Order No.: City/State/ZIP: Contact Name: Phone: E-mail: **SEE THE FOLLOWING PAGE FOR NFPA 13 REGULATIONS** The field crew supervisor and facility manager are to walk through the completed installation.
- Page 72 (if applicable) Other (Please Explain Below) If any portion of this installation was performed outside the scope of work or not within the specifications of Big Ass Fans at any capacity or for any reason, please provide specific details below: Signatures of both parties are required below to acknowledge that this installation has been completed to customer’s satisfaction, to...
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