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- Page 1 INSTALLATION GUIDE Pivot ™ For help, call 1 (877) BIG-FANS or visit www.bigassfans.com...
- Page 2 PIVOT™ 180 Installation Checklist Does the mounting structure meet the required specifications? See page 7 for Big Ass Fans-approved specifications. Are you familiar with the function and use of the safety cable? See page 16 for information on properly securing the safety cable. Will the fan be installed so that the bottom of the fan cage is at least 11 ft (3.35 m) above the floor? Will the fan be installed in a location that is free from obstructions that may interfere...
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Page 3: Contact Information
Pivot 180 and the Pivot 180 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
PIVOT™ 180 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: a. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
PIVOT™ 180 Contents Introduction Safety Instructions Thank You About Big Ass Fans About This Fan Pre-Installation What’s in the Box Parts Included Tools Needed Important Weights Fan Diagram Preparing the Work Site Preparing the Threaded Rod Assemblies Mounting Method: 1. Install Lower Stability Brackets 2. - Page 6 PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation Wiring: Controller (100–125V/200-250V Single-Phase) Wiring: Controller (200–250V Three-Phase) Wiring: Controller (400–480V & 575–600V Three-Phase) Daisy Chaining Wiring: Oscillator Switch Wiring the Fan Motor and Oscillator Motor Wiring the Fan Motor: 9 Lead, Dual Voltage, Wye Motor Configurations Operating the Fan Controller Preventive Maintenance Annual Preventive Maintenance...
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Page 7: Thank You
PIVOT™ 180 Introduction Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Big Ass Fan, an efficient and cost-effective way to stay cool in the summer and 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. -
Page 8: What's In The Box
PIVOT™ 180 Pre-Installation What’s in the box The fan and controller are shipped in one large box. The fan cage is shipped in a separate smaller box. If you ordered multiple fans, be sure to keep the components of each fan together. Note: Dashed lines indicate internal boxes. Drawings are not to scale. Main Fan (6) Windy Airfoil Unit Box... -
Page 9: Parts Included
PIVOT™ 180 Pre-Installation (cont.) What’s in the box (cont.) Structural Stability Box* (2) Lower (2) Upper Hardware Torsion Tube Stability Bracket Stability Bracket *The Structural Stability Package is only included if ordered. An Extender package is required if the fan is mounted higher than 14 ft. Parts included Note: Drawings are not to scale. - Page 10 PIVOT™ 180 Pre-Installation (cont.) Parts included (cont.) Front Column Mount (2) Rear Attachment Channel (4) Beam Clip & Spacer (2) Column Mount Spacer Lower Yoke Center Cap Main Fan Unit Oscillator Arm Lower Stability Brackets* Upper Stability Brackets* Torsion Tube* *The Structural Stability Package is only included if ordered.
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Page 11: Tools Needed
PIVOT™ 180 Pre-Installation (cont.) Parts included (cont.) Wall Controller EPM & Fire Relay 1. Fire Relay not shown. Tools needed Big Ass Fans recommends gathering the following tools prior to beginning installation. Mechanical Installation Electrical Installation Standard wrench set Phillips and flat head screwdriver Standard socket set with ratchet 7 mm nut driver Torque wrench capable of 40 ft·lb (54.2 N·m) -
Page 12: Fan Diagram
PIVOT™ 180 Pre-Installation (cont.) Fan diagram A. Safety Cable & Safety Cable Mount: Backup safety feature that secures the fan assembly to the mounting structure. The safety cable must be installed with the fan. B. Column Mount: Secures the fan to the column. C. -
Page 13: Preparing The Work Site
PIVOT™ 180 Pre-Installation (cont.) Preparing the work site Before beginning installation, review the mechanical and electrical installation guidelines below. Mechanical installation • Select a mounting location free from obstructions that may interfere with the fan’s movement. • The underside of the Column Mount must be located at least 14 ft (4.27 m) from the ground so that the lowest point of the fan is at least 11 ft (3.35 m) from the ground. -
Page 14: Preparing The Threaded Rod Assemblies
PIVOT™ 180 Pre-Installation (cont.) Preparing the threaded rod assemblies Install the flange spacers only if the thickness of the column flange exceeds 3/8” (1 cm). The mounting holes on the spacer are closer to one side than the other. Make sure the closer side is facing the column. The Column Mount requires four (4) threaded rod assemblies;... - Page 15 PIVOT™ 180 Pre-Installation (cont.) Threaded Rod Assembly (for Column Mount) 2-1/4” (5.7 cm) Locking Hex Nut b & c Flange Beam Spacer Clip (if needed) Threaded Rod Assembly (for Safety Cable Mount) 2-1/4” (5.7 cm) b & c Flange Beam Spacer Clip (if needed)
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Page 16: Install Lower Stability Brackets
PIVOT™ 180 Mounting Method: Structural Stability Package WARNING: The following instructions assume that the customer’s structure on which the fan will be mounted is of sound construction, undamaged, and capable of supporting loads of up to 335 lbs (151 kg). It is the sole responsibility of the customer to verify that the structure is adequate for fan installation. -
Page 17: Insert Inner Torsion Tube Connectors (Into Torsion Tube)
PIVOT™ 180 Mounting Method: Structural Stability Package (cont.) 3. Insert inner torsion tube connectors (into torsion tube) If you are not installing the Structural Stability Package Extension (second torsion tube), skip this step and proceed to step 6 on page 12. While the torsion tube is still in the horizontal position, insert the two (2) inner torsion tube connectors into the torsion tube. -
Page 18: Attach Upper Stability Brackets (To Torsion Tube)
PIVOT™ 180 Mounting Method: Structural Stability Package (cont.) 6. Attach upper stability brackets (to torsion tube) While the torsion tube is still in the horizontal position, attach it to the upper stability brackets using the Torsion Tube Hardware as shown below. Securely tighten the nuts. Torsion Tube Hardware (BAF-supplied): a. -
Page 19: Attach Column Mount And Tube (To Column)
PIVOT™ 180 Mounting Method: Structural Stability Package (cont.) 8. Attach column mount and tube (to column) A scissor lift or other suitable means for lifting the weight of the mount and torsion tube and at least two (2) installation personnel are required! 1. -
Page 20: Mark Centers Of Column And Column Mount
PIVOT™ 180 Mounting Method: Column Mount WARNING: The following instructions assume that the customer’s structure on which the fan will be mounted is of sound construction, undamaged, and capable of supporting loads of up to 335 lbs (151 kg). It is the sole responsibility of the customer to verify that the structure is adequate for fan installation. -
Page 21: Mark Centers Of Column & Safety Cable Mount
PIVOT™ 180 Safety Cable Mount Installation 1. Mark centers of column & safety cable mount Measure the width of the column and mark the center. Measure the width of the front safety cable attachment channel and mark the center. 2. Locate safety cable height (on column) Locate the appropriate height on the column from which the safety cable should be suspended. -
Page 22: Attach Rear Safety Cable Attachment Channel
PIVOT™ 180 Safety Cable Mount Installation (cont.) 4. Attach rear safety cable attachment channel Install the flange spacers only if the thickness of the column flange exceeds 3/8” (1 cm). The mounting holes on the spacer are closer to one side than the other. Make sure this side is facing the column. 1. -
Page 23: Attach Oscillator Arm (To Column Mount)
PIVOT™ 180 Hanging the Fan 1. Attach oscillator arm (to column mount) To prevent damage to the motor the oscillator arm must be mounted parallel to the floor with the motor in the “downward” position! Insert the (2) plastic spacers on the inner sides of the plates on the front column mount. Insert the oscillator arm between the column mount plates and attach it with the bolt, washer, and Nylock nut as shown. -
Page 24: Attach Lower Yoke (To Oscillator Arm)
Tighten the nuts slightly more than hand tight, but do not torque. Install the remaining Lower Yoke Hardware as illustrated. Hand tighten the nuts. To avoid collisions with the fan cage, the Pivot 180 can only be pivoted to 0°, -7.5°, or 7.5°. Refer to the illustration above. -
Page 25: Secure Safety Cable (To Lower Yoke)
PIVOT™ 180 Hanging the Fan (cont.) 4. Secure safety cable (to lower yoke) Note: Fan angle adjustment must be complete before securing the safety cable. Select a bolt hole on the upper half of the lower yoke mount from which to attach the safety cable spacer. Place the loose, looped end of the safety cable around the safety cable spacer on the lower yoke mount, and then secure the spacer with the Safety Cable Spacer Hardware, leaving a little slack in the cable to accommodate fan movement. -
Page 26: Attach Winglets
PIVOT™ 180 Installing Airfoils 1. Attach winglets Attach the winglets to the ends of the airfoils with the Winglet Hardware as shown. Use a Phillips head and standard screwdriver to secure the fastener. Attach winglets to all six (6) airfoils before attaching airfoils to fan. Winglet Hardware: a. -
Page 27: Attach Cage Bracket
PIVOT™ 180 Installing Cage 1. Attach cage bracket Attach the four (4) cage brackets with the Cage Hardware as shown. Cage Bracket Cage Hardware: a. (16) 1/4-20 x 1’’ Flange Bolt b. (16) 1/4-20 Flange Nut (not pictured) 2. Attach upper cage Attach the upper cage to the cage brackets using the Cage Hardware as shown. -
Page 28: Attach Lower Cage Sections (To Upper Cage)
PIVOT™ 180 Installing Cage (cont.) 3. Attach lower cage sections (to upper cage) Outer Cage Use two (2) outer cage clips (one on each end) to hang a lower cage Clip section from the upper cage. Secure the lower cage section to the upper cage using the Cage Fastener Hardware as shown. - Page 29 PIVOT™ 180 Adjusting the Sweep Angle Before turning the fan on full power, test the fan on the lowest setting to ensure obstructions do not interfere with the fan’s movement. The Pivot™ 180 range of motion is preset in the factory at the 90° position, but it can easily be adjusted by moving the sweep angle selector to a new position on the crank disc.
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Page 30: Electrical Installation Overview
PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, wiring should be performed by a qualified electrician! Incorrect assembly can cause electric shock or damage the motor and the controller! Hazard of electrical shock! WARNING: The installation of a Big Ass Fan must be in accordance with the requirements specified in this installation manual and with any additional requirements set forth by the national electric code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70-2011, and all local codes. -
Page 31: Power Requirements For Fan Controllers
PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) Power requirements for fan controllers The power requirements for Big Ass Fans controllers are shown in the specification table in the introduction. If multiple controls are connected to one feeder circuit, the circuit required is the sum of the feeder circuit requirements listed on the chart. For example, if two 240V 3Φ... -
Page 32: Mounting The Oscillator Switch
PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) Mounting the oscillator switch Mount using the provided hardware. Select a location that is near the fan controller and so that the fan it controls is visible from the switch location. 2.75 in. (7 cm) 4 in. -
Page 33: Conduit And Piping
PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) Conduit and piping AC supply feed guidelines Due to the nature of the VFD, some non-standard conduit and piping guidelines must be followed to ensure proper fan operation and to keep the installation within code. •... -
Page 34: Installing The Electronic Programming Module (Epm)
PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) Installing the Electronic Programming Module (EPM) If hanging multiple fans, ensure to install the exact EPM included in each fan’s packaging. EPMs are not interchangeable! WARNING: Install the EPM prior to applying power to the fan controller! The EPM contains all programming information specific to fan operation. -
Page 35: Wiring: Esfr (Early Suppression Fast Response)
PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: ESFR (Early Suppression Fast Response) 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. ATTENTION: If installing the fan in the United States, the fan must be installed per the following National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) guidelines: •... - Page 36 PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: 100–125V/200–250V single-phase fan controllers 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. The diagram below shows wiring options for a 100–125V/200–250V 1Φ fan controller. See “Power Requirements for Fan Controllers” on page 25 for detailed power requirements.
- Page 37 PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: 200–250V three-phase fan controllers 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. The diagram below shows wiring options for a 200–250V 3Φ fan controller. See “Power Requirements for Fan Controllers” on page 25 for detailed power requirements.
- Page 38 PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: 400–480V & 575–600V three-phase fan controllers 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. The diagram below shows wiring options for 400–480V 3Φ...
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Page 39: Daisy Chaining
PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) Daisy chaining WARNING: Wait three minutes after disconnecting before servicing! The following illustrations and parameter changes enable daisy chaining of the Pivot 180 fan speed controller. The first fan provides ™ a start/stop contact and 0–10VDC analog speed reference for the downstream fan controller. The downstream fan controller provides a new start/stop contact and 0–10VDC analog speed reference for the following downstream fan controller. -
Page 40: Wiring: Oscillator Switch
PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: oscillator switch The provided motor is preconfigured for 100–125V 1Φ operation. For 200–250V 1Φ, motor use must be reconfigured as shown below. A flexible lead and junction box has been provided for the 3Φ motor electrical connections. This flexible lead must be used. WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM ©2011 DELTA T CORP. -
Page 41: Wiring The Fan Motor And Oscillator Motor
PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring the fan motor and oscillator motor CAUTION: To ensure obstructions do not interfere with the fan’s movement, carefully test the fan in full oscillation before usage. Using customer-supplied cable, wire the fan motor as shown on the following page. Big Ass Fans provides 44” (0.91 m) of cable to connect the junction box to the fan motor. -
Page 42: Wiring The Fan Motor: 9 Lead, Dual Voltage, Wye Motor Configurations
PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring the fan motor: 9 lead, dual voltage, wye motor configurations The motor wiring configurations shown below are applicable to 9 lead dual voltage wye wound motors rated for 230/460VAC and 330/600VAC. Consult the motor nameplate and/or wiring placard for verification of required wiring connections. Motors with terminal blocks require ring terminals and a 7 mm nut driver for termination. -
Page 43: Operating The Fan Controller
PIVOT™ 180 Electrical Installation (cont.) 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 supply before proceeding. High voltage gloves and arc flash protection are recommended. Starting and stopping the fan The RUN and STOP buttons control the fan start and stop functions. -
Page 44: General Preventive Maintenance
PIVOT™ 180 Preventive Maintenance Please take a few moments each year to perform the following preventive maintenance inspection to your fan to ensure its safe and efficient operation. If you have any questions, please contact Customer Service. WARNING: Risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons during cleaning and user-maintenance! Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before servicing. -
Page 45: 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 47: Troubleshooting
PIVOT™ 180 Troubleshooting WARNING: When servicing or replacement of a component in the fan requires the removal or disconnection of a safety device, the safety device is to be reinstalled or remounted as previously installed. WARNING: Risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons during cleaning and user-maintenance. Disconnect fan from power supply before servicing. -
Page 49: Optional Parts
Optional Parts Order Form Fully complete this form, and then fax to Big Ass Fans at 859-967-1695. A Big Ass Fans representative will phone or e-mail you with the total cost of part(s) and shipping. Credit card information will also be obtained at that time. Optional parts Enter the number in the Quantity column for the required part. -
Page 51: Warranty Return Instructions
PIVOT™ 180 Warranty Return Instructions Congratulations on your purchase of a Big Ass Fan! We are delighted that you have chosen our product to improve the quality of your indoor environment, and hope you’ll have much pleasure using the fan for years to come. Replacement of products under warranty acknowledgment &... -
Page 52: Warranty Claim Form Instructions
PIVOT™ 180 Warranty Return Instructions (cont.) Warranty claim form instructions 1. Complete Warranty Claim Form and Responsibility Agreement and fax them to 859-967-1695, Attn: Customer Service. These pages will be faxed back to you for your records. The Warranty Claim Form will include our acknowledgment and a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. -
Page 53: 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 54: 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 55 2348 Innovation Drive Lexington, KY 40511 Phone: 1-877-BIG-FANS Fax: (859) 967-1695 www.bigassfans.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: Job Name:...
- Page 56 Check-In Procedure (cont.) (for Big Ass Fans Certified Installers Only) National Fire Protection Association Standard In accordance with NFPA 13 Standard from the National Fire Prevention Association as referenced in sections 12.1.4 and 11.1.7: High Volume Low Speed (HVLS) Fans: The installation of HVLS fans in buildings equipped with sprinklers, including ESFR sprinklers, shall comply with the following: •...
- Page 57 2348 Innovation Drive Lexington, KY 40511 Phone: 1-877-BIG-FANS Fax: (859) 967-1695 www.bigassfans.com Close-Out Procedure (for Big Ass Fans Certified Installers Only) Date: Company: Job Name: Address: Purchase Order No.: City/State/ZIP: Contact Name: Phone: E-mail: The field crew supervisor and facility manager are to walk through the completed installation. The installation is complete and on time in accordance with the original Check-In document.
- Page 58 Close-Out Procedure (cont.) (for Big Ass Fans Certified Installers Only) National Fire Protection Association Standard In accordance with NFPA 13 Standard from the National Fire Prevention Association as referenced in sections 12.1.4 and 11.1.7: High Volume Low Speed (HVLS) Fans: The installation of HVLS fans in buildings equipped with sprinklers, including ESFR sprinklers, shall comply with the following: •...
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