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- Page 1 Vortex works with the Google Assistant...
- Page 2 Please read and save these instructions before installation DO NOT RETURN TO STORE Vortex Instructions FR-W1810...
- Page 3 For fast service have the following information below when you call: Model Name and Number 2. Part Number and Part Description 3. Date Of Purchase and Purchase Location 1-866-810-6615 option 1 MON-FRI 8AM-8PM EST Email: fansupport@modernforms.com Vortex Instructions 3 FR-W1810...
- Page 4 The wires should be spread apart with the grounded conductor and the equipment-grounding conductor on one side of the outlet box, and the ungrounded conductor on the other side of the outlet box. All set screws must be checked and re-tightened where necessary before installation. Vortex Instructions FR-W1810...
- Page 5 Modern Forms. Substitution of parts or accessories not designated for use with this product by Modern Forms could result in personal injury or property damage and will void the warranty. Contact an authorized dealer or the manufacturer if any parts are damaged or missing.
- Page 6 AC fans MOTOR Bluetooth Remote Control Dims light to 1% | ON/OFF 6 fan speeds | Sold separately F-RCBT-WT White Accessories: Bluetooth Wall Control Dims light to 1% | ON/OFF personalize your experience 6 fan speeds F-WCBT-WT White Vortex Instructions FR-W1810...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
4. Installing the Wall Control 5. Finishing the Installation 6. Attaching the Fan Blades 7. Installing the Motor Assembly to Fan Blades 8. Controlling the Fan 9. Reset 10. Breeze Mode 11. Application 12. Accessories 13. Troubleshooting 28-30 Tools Required Vortex Instructions 7 FR-W1810... - Page 8 (1) Safety Cable • 6.5x19x2mm Flat washer (1) Safety Cable Before discarding packaging materials be certain all parts have been removed. Place the parts from the hardware bag into a small container to keep them from being lost. Vortex Instructions FR-W1810...
- Page 9 Hanging Weight: 13 lbs IMPORTANT: Please make note of the MAC ID on the receiver and keep it in a safe place. Vortex Instructions 9 FR-W1810...
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Page 10: Mounting Options
The sloped ceiling kit (sold separately) is required for sloped ceiling applications, and will accommodate slopes up to 45° (Fig. 1B). NOTE: You may need a longer downrod to maintain proper blade clearance when installing on a steep, sloped ceiling (Fig. 1B). Vortex Instructions FR-W1810... - Page 11 Support Brace 2. Outlet Box 3. Joist Outlet Box Support Ceiling Max 30° Angle Support Brace 2. Mounting Bracket 3. Recess Outlet Box Outlet Box Vortex Instructions 11 FR-W1810...
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Page 12: Hanging The Fan
Tighten the two collar screws (Fig. 2B). WARNING: Failure to properly install the cotter pin and/or tighten the screws could result in the fan loosening and possibly falling. Vortex Instructions FR-W1810... - Page 13 2. Screw 3. Mounting Bracket 4. Mounting Screws (supplied with outlet box) Hanger Ball/ Mounting Bracket 2. Downrod 3. Canopy 4. Canopy Screw Cover 5. Coupling Cover 6. Collar Cotter Pin 8. Clevis Pin 9. Screws Vortex Instructions 13 FR-W1810...
- Page 14 (Fig. 2C). NOTE: A Safety cable is required for all installations in Canada. Safety cable is required for ceiling fan and light combinations over 35 lbs. in both flush and downrod models in the United States. Vortex Instructions FR-W1810...
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Page 16: Making The Electrical Connections
Please cap off white wires marked “FOR LIGHT” and blue wires marked “FOR LIGHT” from receiver with wire nuts and electrical tape. NOTE: Please use wire nuts and electrical tape. Failure to make proper electrical connections may result in damage to the electronics. Vortex Instructions FR-W1810... - Page 17 Follow the steps above to connect the fan to your household wiring. Use the plastic wire nuts with your fan. Secure the plastic wire nuts with electrical tape. Make sure there are no loose strands or connections. Vortex Instructions 17 FR-W1810...
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Page 18: Installing The Wall Control
Fasten the wall plate to the wall mounting plate (Fig. 4A). to Fan House Wires Wall Switch Wires (Hot) (Hot In) (Neutral) (Neutral) (Copper/Ground) (Ground) Fan Switch leg (Hot out to Fan) From Breaker * Home Wiring may vary Vortex Instructions FR-W1810... - Page 19 Multi-location wiring Individually pair each of the wall controls with the fan receiver using the pairing instruction. See page 22. If Applicable Wall Control 1 Wall Control 2 Wall Control 3 Line/Hot Green (Green or Bare) Neutral/White Vortex Instructions 19 FR-W1810...
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Page 20: Finishing The Installation
Assemble the three blades together using the blade collector ring and the screws provided (Figs. 6 & 6A). 7. Installing the Motor Assembly to Fan Blades Attach blade assembly to the motor assembly as shown with provided blade screws (Fig. 7). Vortex Instructions FR-W1810... - Page 21 Canopy 2. Canopy Ring Vortex Instructions 21 FR-W1810...
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Page 22: Controlling The Fan
NOTE: Pairing must be completed within three (3) minutes of powering the fan. Synchronizing Control Across Multiple Fans If you are controlling multiple fans with one controller, fans/lights may be synced by referring to Fig. 8B and instructions on the next page. Vortex Instructions FR-W1810... - Page 23 All fans will be set to summer mode (CCW rotation). This will bring all fans controlled by the remote into sync. Vortex Instructions 23 FR-W1810...
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Page 24: Reset
In addition to the included wall control, you can control your fan with a remote control (sold separately) or through the Modern Forms app. To use the Modern Forms app, download it for free from the App Store or Google Play. - Page 25 Press and hold buttons for 10 seconds until the fan emits 3 beeps indicating the reset Scan and follow prompts for multilingual instruction options and Smart Fan FAQs: Spanish For detailed Instructions and Smart Home Device Integration French Vortex Instructions 25 FR-W1810...
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Page 26: Accessories
12. Accessories personalize your experience Bluetooth Wall Control Dims light to 1% | ON/OFF 6 fan speeds F-WCBT-WT White Bluetooth Remote Control Dims light to 1% | ON/OFF 6 fan speeds | Sold separately F-RCBT-WT White Vortex Instructions FR-W1810... - Page 27 Connects two downrods XF-I Downrod XF-12 - 12” Downrod | XF-18 - 18” Downrod XF-24 - 24” Downrod | XF-36 - 36” Downrod XF-48 - 48” Downrod | XF-60 - 60” Downrod XF-72 - 72” Downrod Vortex Instructions 27 FR-W1810...
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Page 28: Troubleshooting
4. Make sure the fan blades are properly aligned and securely fastened to the motor housing assembly/blade arms. 5. Make sure the gaps between the blades are evenly distributed or make sure you are using an approved cUL/UL listed outlet box and it is installed correctly. Vortex Instructions FR-W1810... - Page 29 Your fan supports connection with 2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n networks. Confirm your network is compatible by checking your router settings or contact your router manufacturer. 2. Make sure your network’s SSID is not hidden. 3. Your fan does not support 5 GHz network connectivity. connection. Vortex Instructions 29 FR-W1810...
- Page 30 10 seconds and back on. Alternately, you can use the circuit breaker the fan is connected to by toggling it off for 10 seconds and back on. If your fan is wired through a Modern Forms wall control (P/N: F-WCBT-WT) pull the Air-Gap Switch on your wall control, wait 10 seconds, and re-insert.
- Page 31 What is Pairing? Pairing is the process of connecting your Modern Forms remote or wall control to your fan. Your fan comes pre-paired to your included remote control. However, if you want additional controls for your fan or if you’re replacing a control, refer to the pairing and unpairing section of the instructions.
- Page 32 Notice of a defect in writing must be received by Modern Forms within five (5) years from the date of purchase (or according period of time as outlined by material). Excluded from warranty are any 3rd party component which carries its own manufacturer’s warranty.
- Page 33 La notificación de un defecto por escrito debe ser recibida por Modern Forms dentro de los cinco (5) años a partir de la fecha de compra (o según el período de tiempo indicado en el material). Quedan excluidos de la garantía todos los componentes de terceros que tengan la garantía de su propio fabricante.
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