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VENUS 60” FR-W1920-60L INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS modernforms.com works with the Google Assistant MOTOR SMART...
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App Instructions And Smart Home Device Integration modernforms.com/mfappins WIFI Touch Panel FREE APP DOWNLOAD RF Wall Control Wall Control Sync with our exclusive Modern Forms F-WC-WT F-TS-BK Black app to control fan speed, use smart Included with each fan F-TS-WT...
Table Of Contents 1. Safety Rules..................................... 2. FTC Energy Guide & Specifications............................3. Tools And Materials Required............................... 4. Package Contents................................... 5. Mounting Options................................... 6. Installing the Mounting Bracket............................7. Attaching the Fan Blades............................... 8. Hanging the Fan..................................9. Making the Electrical Connections............................10.
1. Safety Rules For operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting information, visit modernforms.com/help. To reduce the risk of electric shock, ensure electricity has been To avoid personal injury or damage to the fan and other items, turned off at the circuit breaker before beginning. please be cautious when working around or cleaning the fan.
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Modern Forms. Substitution of parts or accessories not Noise and fan damage can occur designated for use with this product by Modern Forms could result in personal injury or property damage and will void the warranty. WARNING: This appliance is not intended for use by young Contact an authorized dealer or the manufacturer if any parts are children without supervision.
AIR FLOW ENERGY COSTS* FAN EFFICACY (lbs) (lbs) High Speed 6628 CFM $5/yr 353 CFM/W VENUS 60” 18.84 28.15 Weighted Average 11.5W 4173 CFM $4/yr 361 CFM/W NOTE: These are approximate measures. They do not include amps and wattage used by the light kit.
5. Mounting Options Support Brace Joist CAUTION: To prevent electrical shock, ensure electricity has been turned off at the circuit breaker before beginning. If there isn’t an existing UL/cUL listed outlet box, please refer to the Outlet Box following instructions. Secure the outlet box directly to the building structure.
6. Installing the Mounting Bracket Remember to disconnect the power at the circuit breaker. Remove 1 of 2 screws from the bottom of the mounting Mounting Bracket bracket and save for use in section 11. Loosen the other screw (FIG.5). Pass the 120-volt supply wires through the center hole in the Screw mounting bracket as shown (FIG.6).
7. Attaching the Fan Blades Place blade on motor as shown and secure with the blade attachment screws and washers (FIG.7). Repeat this procedure with the remaining blades. Turn fan assembly over to assemble the downrod. FIG.7 F R - W19 20- 60 L...
8. Hanging the Fan Cross Pin Assemble upper housing to motor assembly using the 6 screws provided (FIG. 8). Hanger Take out the screw located in the hanger ball, lower the hanger Set Screw ball and remove the cross pin. Remove the hanger ball from the hanger ball/downrod assembly.
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8. Hanging the fan (cont.) Carefully lift the fan motor assembly up to the mounting bracket and seat the hanger ball in the mounting bracket socket. Make sure the tab on the mounting bracket socket is properly seated in the groove in the hanger ball (FIG.9).
9. Making the Electrical Connections Remember to disconnect the power at the circuit breaker. CAUTION: If you feel you do not have enough wiring knowledge or experience, have your fan installed by a licensed electrician. NOTE: Installation of this fan requires that a three-conductor cable (including ground wire) be run between ceiling and wall outlet boxes.
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9. Making the Electrical Connections (cont.) Motor to receiver electrical connections : (FIG.11) Outlet Box Connect the hanger ball/downrod assembly ground wire, mounting bracket ground wire and receiver ground wire to White (neutral) the ground wire in the ceiling outlet box. Black (hot) Green (ground) WARNING: Failure to connect ground wires could result in poor...
10. Installing the Wall Control Remember to disconnect the power at the circuit breaker. NOTE: Wall control is intended for indoor installation only. You can control your fan with up to 4 wall controls or remotes (including the pre-paired control). Wall control to wall outlet box electrical connections (FIG.12): Connect the green wire marked “GROUND”...
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NOTE: A maximum of 2 fans can operate on a circuit through the wall control. NOTE: A maximum of 12 fans can operation through an on/off switch or breaker when utilizing the Modern Forms app for the fan control (without the wall control in the circuit). Mounting Screws Wall Plate FIG.13...
11. Finishing the Installation Secure all wire connections with supplied wire ties to assist in canopy installation. Tuck connections neatly into ceiling outlet box. Slide the canopy up to mounting bracket and place the key hole on the canopy over the screw on the mounting bracket. Turn canopy until it locks in place at the narrow section of the key holes (FIG.14).
12. Installing the Adapter Plate Remember to disconnect the power at the circuit breaker. Remove 1 of 3 pre-installed screws from the mounting ring and loosen the other screws (do not remove). Place key holes in the adapter plate over the 2 screws previously loosened from the mounting ring.
13. Installing the LED Luminaire Module (optional) WARNING: Before starting installation, disconnect the power by FIG.16 turning off the circuit breaker or removing the fuse at the fuse box. Turning power off using the fan switch is not sufficient to prevent electrical shock.
14. Wall Control Operating Instructions Restore power to ceiling fan and test wall control as below for proper operation. Pairing the wall control to your fan Your fan is pre-paired at the factory. No pairing is necessary. NOTE: For pairing instructions please skip to the “Pairing” section. Wall Control Button Functions button: Turns the light ON or OFF.
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14. Wall Control Operating Instructions (cont.) Summer Mode Winter Mode (counter-clockwise): A downward airflow creates (clockwise): An upward airflow moves warm air off the ceiling area a cooling effect (FIG.18). This allows you to set your air conditioner and redistributes the warm air that hovers around the ceiling to the on a warmer setting without affecting your comfort.
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14. Wall Control Operating Instructions (cont.) Pairing Unpairing If you need to re-pair your fan or you want to pair a second wall NOTE: Purging must be completed within 3 minutes of turning the control: power on to the fan receiver. Power cycle your fan by turning off the power at the When you re-engage power to the fans you want to purge, circuit breaker.
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Receiver Button Factory Reset Press the button on the receiver until the wall control beeps (FIG.21). NOTE: This will remove wall control and Modern Forms app connections. FIG.21 F R - W1 9 20 - 6 0 L...
15. Application In addition to the included wall control, you can control your fan through the Modern Forms app. To use this app, download it for free from the App Store or Google Play. Open the app to create your account. You can also log in using your Facebook or Google account.
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The Modern Forms app will walk you through the main screen and show you how to create schedules, change fan speeds, dim the light, switch between Summer and Winter Modes, invite users, create groups and much more. Please refer to the Modern Forms app instructions for more details.
Assure that there are no more than 12 fans operating on a circuit through an on/off switch or a breaker if utilizing the Modern Forms app (without the wall control in the circuit). Assure that the fan is within range of the Wi-Fi (150 ft) or wall control (30 ft).
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Problem Solution Fan sounds noisy. Allow a 24-hour “breaking in” period. Most noise associated with a new fan will disappear during this time. Make sure all motor housing screws are securely fastened. Make sure the screws that attach the fan blades to the fan are securely fastened. Make sure the screws securing the LED luminaire module are securely fastened.
Included with each fan 6 Fan speeds Dims light to 1% F-WC Wall control range: Up to 30ft from fan Works in conjunction with Modern Forms Fan receiver (Not included) Coupler AS, BZ, CFI, DW, GB, XF-I Connects two downrods...
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Get Smart works with the Google Assistant The Modern Forms app synchronizes seamlessly with smart home devices you already own. To learn more go to modernforms.com/mfappins Free App Download Sync with our exclusive Modern Forms App to control fan speed, use smart features like Adaptive Learning, create groups and reduce energy costs.
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Español For instructions in Spanish please visit the link below. Para obtener instrucciones en español, visite el siguiente enlace. www.modernforms.com/fan-instructions-espanol Français For instructions in French please visit the link below. Pour obtenir des instructions en français, veuillez visiter le lien ci-dessous. www.modernforms.com/fan-instructions-francais SCAN AND DOWNLOAD F R - W1 9 20 - 6 0 L...
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