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- Page 1 INSTALLATION GUIDE Big Ass Fan 4900 For help, call 1 (877) BIG-FANS or visit www.bigassfans.com...
- Page 2 BIG ASS FAN 4900 Installation Checklist Did a structural engineer approve the mounting structure? See page 6 for Big Ass Fans approved mounting structures. Do you have the correct safety cable? Are you familiar with its use? See page 17 for information on properly securing the safety cable.
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Page 3: Contact Information
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Installation Guide Big Ass Fan 4900 Installation Guide: Apr. 2014 Rev. E This product was manufactured in a plant whose Management Conforms to ANSI/UL STD 507: Electric Fans Contact Information Manufacturing Customer Service Warranty Returns 2425 Merchant Street... -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
BIG ASS FAN 4900 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: and standards. WARNING: When cutting or drilling into a wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Contents Introduction Safety Instructions Thank You About Big Ass Fans Pre-Installation About this Fan Parts Included Tools Needed Fan Diagram Mounting Structure: 1. Select Proper Angle Irons 2. Pre-drill Angle Irons Bar Joists 4a. Fasten Single Angle Irons to Roof Structure Mounting Points 4b. - Page 6 Notes...
- Page 7 BIG ASS FAN 4900 Introduction Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Big Ass warm in the winter. The revolutionary design of our fans combines the best of both form and function to bring power performance and a sleek look to any setting.
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Page 8: About This Fan
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Pre-Installation About this fan Required supply circuit Airfoil Suggested distance Fan size Motor size Full load current Max RPM size length from ceiling 14 ft 1.0 hp 76” 5 ft 101 RPM Motor • 1 hp motor •... -
Page 9: Parts Included
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Parts included 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. If you are missing any piece required for installation, contact Big Ass Fans Customer Service. Note: Drawings below are not to scale. -
Page 10: Tools Needed
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Parts included (cont.) Note: Drawings below are not to scale. Electrical Airfoils Fire Relay ® installed in the controller. Tools needed Big Ass Fans recommends gathering the following tools prior to beginning installation. Mechanical installation Electrical installation... -
Page 11: Fan Diagram
BIG ASS FAN 4900 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. Note: The upper yoke may differ from the illustration below. -
Page 12: Preparing The Work Site
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Preparing the work site Before beginning installation, review the mechanical and electrical installation guidelines below. Mechanical installation • personnel will be required. • Big Ass in this guide. Do not mount the fan to single purlins, trusses, or bar joists. Consult a structural engineer for installation methods not covered in this manual. - Page 13 BIG ASS FAN 4900 to the low pressure area above the fan where creates a convection-like air current that gathers the fan begins to move air outside of the current, escalating its cooling effects. spaced, the expanding jets of adjacent fans meet to create a pressure zone.
- Page 14 BIG ASS FAN 4900 Below are some techniques that make a dramatic difference in congested areas of your facility. Treat air like water, and scoop, direct, and channel it to where it is needed most. • blocked by shelving, crates, and machinery.
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Page 15: Select Proper Angle Irons
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Mounting Structure: Bar Joists Big Ass Fans can only be hung from an I-beam or bar joists. See page 15 for I-beam mounting instructions (optional). Consult a structural engineer for installation methods not covered in this manual. -
Page 16: Pre-Drill Angle Irons
BIG ASS FAN 4900 2. Pre-drill angle irons mounting structure. Measure the distance between the mounting points of the roof structure that the angle irons will span. Measure the same distance on 1/2 A Distance between roof structure mounting points 3. -
Page 17: 4A. Fasten Single Angle Irons To Roof Structure Mounting Points
BIG ASS FAN 4900 4a. Fasten single angle irons to roof structure mounting points If the angle iron span is greater than 8 ft (2.4 m) and requires double angle irons, proceed to step 4b. If you are mounting the fan directly to the angle irons, do not tighten the hardware until the main fan unit has been mounted to the angle irons (step 5a). -
Page 18: 4B. Fasten Double Angle Irons To Roof Structure Mounting Points
BIG ASS FAN 4900 4b. Fasten double angle irons to roof structure mounting points irons with fan mounting holes should be positioned on the inside, facing each other. If you are mounting the fan directly to the angle irons, do not tighten the hardware until the main fan unit has been mounted to the angle irons (step 5a). If your fan installation includes yokes and an extension tube, do not tighten the hardware until the upper yoke has been mounted to the angle irons (step 5b). - Page 19 BIG ASS FAN 4900 5a. Direct mount main fan unit (to angle irons) If your fan installation includes yokes and an extension tube, skip this step and proceed to step 5b. CAUTION: The main fan unit is heavy. Use caution when raising it.
- Page 20 BIG ASS FAN 4900 5b. Attach upper yoke (to angle irons) Secure the upper yoke directly to the angle irons with the Upper Yoke Hardware as shown. The angle irons should be aligned with the outermost holes of the upper yoke. Consult the diagrams below for distances between the angle irons.
- Page 21 BIG ASS FAN 4900 Mounting Structure: I-Beam Big Ass Fans can only be hung from an I-beam or bar joists. See page 9 for bar joist mounting instructions. Consult a structural engineer for installation methods not covered in this manual.
- Page 22 BIG ASS FAN 4900 2. Attach upper yoke (to I-beam) Secure the upper yoke to the I-beam with the Upper Yoke Hardware as shown. Tighten the bolts to 40 ft·lb (54.2 N·m) using a torque socket. Upper Yoke Hardware (BAF-Supplied): Proceed to “Hanging the Fan”...
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Page 23: Secure Safety Cable
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Hanging the Fan 1. Attach extension tube (to upper yoke) If the fan will be directly mounted to angle irons, skip this step and proceed to step 2 below. Fasten the extension tube to the upper yoke with the Extension Tube Hardware as shown. - Page 24 BIG ASS FAN 4900 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.
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Page 25: Attach Airfoils To Hub
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Installing Airfoils Big Ass Fans recommends completing electrical installation (p. 20) before installing the airfoils. WARNING: Disconnect power to the fan before installing the airfoils. 1. Attach winglets to airfoils secure the fasteners. Attach winglets to all six airfoils before attaching the airfoils to the fan. -
Page 26: Electrical Installation Safety
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Electrical Installation cause electric shock or damage the motor and the controller! Hazard of electrical shock! WARNING: The installation of a Big Ass and with any additional requirements set forth by the National Electric Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70-2011, and all local codes. -
Page 27: Electrical Installation Overview
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Electrical installation overview The electrical installation section is intended for a professional electrician. If you are unfamiliar or uncomfortable with installing electrical components, do not attempt to install the fan without an electrician. Serious personal injury or damage to the fan and other equipment could result. - Page 28 BIG ASS FAN 4900 Wiring: 100–125V single-phase fan controllers WARNING: Wait three minutes after disconnecting before servicing! should perform the installation. plug. Motor Cord 1 2 5 6 25 4 11 13A13B13C 14 30 16 17 1 2 5 6...
- Page 29 BIG ASS FAN 4900 Wiring: ESFR (Early Suppression Fast Response) WARNING: Wait three minutes after disconnecting before servicing! should perform the installation. ATTENTION: If installing the fan in the United States, the fan must be installed per the following National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) guidelines: •...
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Page 30: Operating The Fan Controller
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Operating the fan controller WARNING: The following startup procedures apply to standard model controllers. Procedures may vary depending on installation options and system automation. The installer should verify proper wiring, terminations, and proper voltage Starting and stopping the fan functions. -
Page 31: Heating Season
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Operating the Fan Big Ass speed. Moving at a low speed means less energy used for operation, translating into more energy savings year-round. Follow the Ass Fan. To ensure proper fan rotation: 1. Turn on the fan. -
Page 32: Annual Preventive Maintenance
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Preventive Maintenance WARNING: Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device to the service panel, such as a tag. -
Page 33: 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 35: General Troubleshooting
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Troubleshooting General troubleshooting Some issues can be resolved before requesting service. Review the below troubleshooting tips before contacting Customer Service for support. Symptom Possible solution(s) The fan is turning in the wrong direction. To be effective, the fan should be rotating in the counterclockwise direction when viewed button on the controller. -
Page 36: Troubleshooting The Fan Controller
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Troubleshooting the fan controller Some controller issues can be resolved before requesting service. Review the below warning and fault messages and diagnostics before contacting Customer Service for support. Status and warning messages Message Description EPM Contains Earlier Firmware Version... - Page 37 BIG ASS FAN 4900 Fault messages (cont.) Message Description Incompatible EPM fault Drive hardware error Cycle power, and then reprogram EPM. If the fault will not clear, replace the drive and EPM. External fault Digital input programmed for this feature has been energized/de-energized depending on programming. P121-P124 EPM fault EPM is missing or defective.
- Page 38 BIG ASS FAN 4900 179 diagnostics running display options Review the diagnostics below before contacting Customer Service for support. Setting Run screen display Fault History (n.xxx) xxx = Fault code Software Version Drive ID Internal Code (x.yz) DC Buss Voltage (divided by 1.414 = approximate line input voltage)
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Page 39: Warranty Policy
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Warranty Policy Congratulations on your purchase of a Big Ass indoor or outdoor environment, and hope you’ll have much pleasure using the fan for years to come. Warranty period Item Period of coverage Hub and airfoils... - Page 40 BIG ASS FAN 4900 Steps to obtain Warranty service (cont.) Note: Your receipt of the replacement part constitutes your agreement to return the failed part to Big Ass Fans within 15 days of the receipt of the replacement part delivery. If Big Ass Fans does not receive the original part, you will be invoiced for the retail cost of the replacement part and shipping, and you will be responsible for payment for the replacement part upon receipt of the invoice.
- Page 41 BIG ASS FAN 4900 Exclusions (cont.) 4. Defects, malfunctions, failure or physical damage caused by unauthorized service/parts and improper installation, adverse possession including failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance, which shall include, but not be limited to: Ass Fan Company-supplied Installation Manual and in all b.
- Page 42 BIG ASS FAN 4900 THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND OF ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES ON BIG ASS FAN COMPANY’S PART, AND BIG ASS FAN COMPANY NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCTS.
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Page 43: Warranty Return Instructions
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Warranty Return Instructions This replacement part is being 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 44: Warranty Claim Form Instructions
BIG ASS FAN 4900 Warranty claim form instructions Note: Fans Customer Service. 2. No more than 10 days prior to the date you have made arrangements to replace the component part, call Customer Service at written acknowledgment of your call that includes a reminder of the return instructions. Note: Even if you are not able to replace will effectively stop the warranty clock from running. -
Page 45: Warranty Claim Form
Lexington, KY 40505 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 Ass Fan Company Customer Service Department. The RMA# must appear on the outside of the box being returned. Items without an RMA# will not be accepted. Date Replacement Parts Should Be Shipped (if known): Acknowledged By:... -
Page 46: Responsibility Agreement
Lexington, KY 40505 www.bigassfans.com Responsibility Agreement To: Big Ass Fan Company Ass Fan merchandise should be replaced at no cost under Big Ass Fan Company’s stated warranty policy. The undersigned further agrees that if Big Ass Fan Company determines that this merchandise does not qualify under its stated warranty policy, Big Ass Fan Company can invoice for the replacement merchandise, plus shipping and handling for the original part and all replacements, and such invoice will be paid within 15 days of receipt of the same. - Page 48 *003769* 2425 Merchant St., Lexington, KY 40511 1 (877) BIG-FANS | WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM...