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- Page 1 Официальный дистрибьютор в России - Компания ООО «Альфа Инвест Инжиниринг» 109052, г.Москва, ул. Нижегородская, д. 50 Сайт: www.ai-engineering.ru Эл. почта: info@ai-engineering.ru Тел.: +7-(499) 390-79-31...
- Page 2 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Installation Guide 8’–24’ Powerfoil X2.0 ® Официальный дистрибьютор в России - Компания ООО «Альфа Инвест Инжиниринг» 109052, г.Москва, ул. Нижегородская, д. 50 Сайт: www.ai-engineering.ru Эл. почта: info@ai-engineering.ru Тел.: +7-(499) 390-79-31...
- Page 3 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 at 1-877-BIG- FANS if you have any questions regarding the electrical installation of this fan.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Contents Introduction Safety Instructions Thank You About Big Ass Fans About this Fan Pre-Installation What’s in the Box Parts and Hardware Tools Needed Understanding Roof Pitch Fan Diagram Preparing the Work Site... - Page 5 General Preventative Maintenance Cutting the Extension Tube Troubleshooting E Series Fan Error Codes M Series Fan Error Codes Warranty Big Ass Fans Warranty Policy Return Instructions Warranty Claim Form Instructions Warranty Claim Form Responsibility Agreement Annual Maintenance Annual Maintenance Checklist...
- Page 6 Our never-ending commitment to quality and innovation keeps us at the leading edge of a burgeoning industry. With an eye to helping customer satisfy their needs, and a strong sense of corporate responsibility to the community, Big Ass Fans has redefined the way...
- Page 7 1. 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: 575V–600V models: 575V/330V Wye secondary (neutral not utilized)
- Page 8 1. 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–600V models: 575V/330V Wye secondary (neutral not utilized)
- Page 9 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® 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 10 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. Guy Wire hardware is bagged separately from hardware boards.
- Page 11 X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® 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 12 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® 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 13 (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 14 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Pre-Installation (cont.) Understanding airflow patterns View 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 15 Below are some techniques that can 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. Note: Powerfoil X 2.0 Plus fans deliver air from a much higher angle, resolving many of the issues outlined below.
- Page 16 ® Mounting Method: I-Beam Big Ass Fans can only be hung from an I-beam or angle irons. See the following page for angle iron 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.
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Page 17: Select Proper Angle Irons
® Mounting Method: Angle Irons Big Ass Fans can only be hung from an I-beam or angle irons. 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 18: Pre-Drill Angle Irons
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Mounting Method: Angle Irons (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” (1.4 cm) holes exactly 5-3/8” (13.7 cm) apart in the centers of two angle irons. Measure the distance between the mounting points of the roof structure that the angle irons will span. -
Page 19: 4A. Fasten Single Angle Irons To Roof Structure
Fasten the angle irons to the roof structure mounting points at each end with customer-supplied Grade 8 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 (or the vertical legs are on the outside). -
Page 20: 4B. Fasten Double Angle Irons To Roof Structure
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Mounting Method: Angle Irons (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 Grade 8 hardware as shown. The angle irons with fan mounting holes should be positioned on the inside, facing each other. -
Page 21: 5A. Attach Upper Yoke (To Angle Irons)
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Mounting Method: Angle Irons (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 22: 5B. Attach Main Fan Unit (To Angle Irons)
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Mounting Method 2: Angle Irons (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 23: Attach Extension Tube (To Upper Yoke)
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® 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. Ensure the extension tube is hanging plumb to the ground, and then tighten the hardware so that it is snug, but not fully tightened. -
Page 24: Attach Lower Yoke (To Extension Tube)
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® 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. Lower Yoke Hardware (BAF-Supplied): a. -
Page 25: Attach Locking Carabiner To Main Fan Unit
If guy wires are needed and were not included with your fan order, contact Big Ass Fans Customer Service at 1-877-BIG-FANS. WARNING: Ensure power is disconnected from the fan before installing the guy wires. -
Page 26: Route Guy Wire Through Gripple
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® 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 27: Attach Winglets To Airfoils
® ® Installing Airfoils Big Ass Fans recommends completing Electrical Installation (p. 25) before installing the airfoils. WARNING: Disconnect power to the fan before installing the airfoils. 1. Attach winglets to airfoils Note: Check each airfoil to ensure the AirFence is still securely attached. -
Page 28: Attach Airfoils To Hub
8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® 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. Hole A of the retainer should be positioned over top of Hole B. Do not tighten the bolts until all the airfoil retainers have been attached! Tighten the bolts along the outer perimeter to 29 ft·lb (39 N·m) using a torque wrench and 1/2”... - Page 29 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Installing Hub Cover If your fan order included accessories, (light, camera, etc.), consult the instructions packaged with those accessories. WARNING: Disconnect power to the fan before installing the hub cover. Attach the hub cover to the hub with the Hub Cover Hardware. Hub Cover Hardware: (4) 8-32 x 3/8”...
- Page 30 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 at 1-877-BIG- FANS if you have any questions regarding the electrical installation of this fan.
- Page 31 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Mounting the wall controller Select a mounting location that is visible from the fan that the controller operates. Note: A junction box is not supplied with the fan. To mount the wall controller: 1.
- Page 32 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® 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 33 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® 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 34 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® 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 35 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: Fan Controller (200V–250V 1Φ, 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 36 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: Fan Controller (200V–250V 3Φ, 1HP and 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 37 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® 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.
- Page 38 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: Fan controller (575V–600V 3Φ, 1HP and 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 39 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: Fan controller with EMI/RFI filter 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 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: Fan controller with line reactor 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 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 at 1-877-BIG-FANS for conversion to 4–20 mA current loop.
- Page 42 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® 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. RS-485 1:Reserved 2:EV...
- Page 43 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: Fire signal relay (E series) From main FACP or NAC box (if applicable) An alarm condition will stop the fan and issue an “EF,” External Fault, at the fan controller’s wall READY FAULT controller.
- Page 44 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Electrical Installation (cont.) Wiring: Fire signal relay (M series) From Main FACP or NAC Box (if applicable) An alarm condition will stop the fan and issue an “EF,” External Fault, at the fan controller’s wall controller.
- Page 45 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Wall Controller Operation Upon initial power-up of the fan, the wall controller display appears as shown on the Wall Controller right. The wall controller is programmed to show the fan’s current running speed in RPM on the LED display.
- Page 46 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Wall 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 47 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Wall 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. Frequency Output “H”...
- Page 48 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 & POWERFOIL X2.0PLUS FANS ® ® Wall 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 IF NO CODE STOP SAVED IN...
- Page 49 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 50 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 51 If any wobble is noticed, ensure the mounting structure is rigid enough to support the fan and that the guy wires, if used, are sufficiently taut. If guy wires were not used, Big Ass Fans suggests installing them. Contact Customer Service at 1-877-BIG-FANS.
- Page 52 If the popping still occurs, verify that the airfoils are not contacting each other. If they are, Airfoil noise is a result of airfoils that are contact Big Ass Fans Customer Service at 1-877-BIG-FANS. not tightened to the specified torque.
- Page 53 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 ® User Servicing (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. Check motor OL point parameters.
- Page 54 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 ® User Servicing (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 at 1-877-BIG-FANS. Communications Error—Slave Verify proper data wiring between the drive’s RS485 port and the command source.
- Page 55 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 ® User Servicing (cont.) (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. Check motor OL point parameters.
- Page 56 8’–24’ POWERFOIL X2.0 ® User Servicing (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 at 1-877-BIG-FANS. Internal Memory Error If the power cycle is not resolved, perform a parameter hard reset. If the condition persists, contact Customer Service at 1-877-BIG-FANS.
- Page 57 Fans will pay reasonable labor costs, as defined below, that you incur for repairing or replacing a defective fan or any defective components of the fan at the installation location. Alternatively, Big Ass Fans may, at its option, require return of the fan to Big Ass Fans for repair or replacement, shipping and insurance paid by the customer.
- Page 58 “Labor” below. 6. If we ask you to ship the fan back to Big Ass Fans for repairs or replacement, we will prepay the shipping and insurance for factory installed fans during the first 12 months after the warranty becomes effective;...
- Page 59 Failure to use fan controls supplied by Big Ass Fan Company unless: Big Ass Fans’ Technical Support Department has provided written permission prior to installation; and The fan controls are built, operated, and maintained according to specifications provided to and approved by Big Ass Fans’ Technical Support Department.
- Page 60 Under no circumstances will labor reimbursement apply to: a. Residential installations; b. Non-residential applications where the initial installation was performed by an installer other than a Big Ass Fans’ factory- approved and certified installer; c. Installations where the product has been moved subsequent to its initial installation or where any of the other warranty exclusions apply;...
- Page 61 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 62 Официальный дистрибьютор в России - Компания ООО «Альфа Инвест Инжиниринг» 109052, г.Москва, ул. Нижегородская, д. 50 Сайт: www.ai-engineering.ru Эл. почта: info@ai-engineering.ru Тел.: +7-(499) 390-79-31...
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