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The Minka-Aire® warranty is for one (1) year from the date of purchase from an authorized Minka-Aire® dealer. This warranty is only valid to the original purchaser or user against all defects in material and workmanship (light bulbs excluded) for one (1) full year. Additionally, Minka-Aire® warrants the motor only for the lifetime of the Minka Aire ceiling fan (excluding wall controls and electrical components), to the original purchaser or user.
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Warranty Service Information To obtain warranty service during the warranty period, the purchaser should return the fan with the sales receipt to the original place of purchase. The authorized Minka-Aire® dealer, at its sole discretion, will either repair or replace the fan after verifying the legitimacy of the warranty claim.
CONTENTS SAFETY RULES................... INSTALLING THE MOUNTING PLATE............. PACKAGE CONTENTS................INSTALLING THE LED LIGHT KIT .............. INSTALLING THE FAN................INSTALLING THE DECORTIVE COVER ..........HANGING THE FAN................OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL/WALL CONTROL..... ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.............. CARE OF YOUR FAN..................FINISHING THE INSTALLATION............TROUBLESHOOTING...................
SAFETY RULES 1. Before you begin installing the fan, shut power off at the circuit breaker of the fuse box. 2. Be cautious! Read all instructions and safety information before installing your new fan. Review accompanying assembly diagrams. 3. Make sure that all electrical connections comply with local codes, ordinances, or National Electrical Codes. Hire a qualified electrician or consult a do-it-yourself wiring handbook if you are unfamiliar with installing electrical wiring.
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ATTENTION: ATTENTION: The Energy Policy Act of 2005 requires this fan to be equipped with a 75 watt limiting device. If lamping exceeds 75 watts, the ceiling fan's light kit will shut off automatically. NOTE: NOTE: The important safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
PACKAGE CONTENTS Unpack your fan and check the contents. You should have the following items: 1. Fan blades (5) A. Mounting hardware: #10 x 1.5" Wood screws (2 PCs.) 2. Blade support plates (5) #8 x 3/4" Machine screws (2 PCs.) 3.
INSTALLING THE FAN Tools Required: Phillips screw driver; slotted screw driver; step-ladder; wire cutters; electrical tape. PARALLEL WOOD BRACE CEILING (MIN. 2" THICK) MOUNTING OPTIONS JOIST OUTLET CROSS BRACE If there isn't an existing mounting box, then read the following instructions. Disconnect the power by removing fuses or turning off circuit breakers.
HANGING THE FAN Step 4. Remove the Hanger Ball from the Downrod Assembly by loosening the Set Screw and removing the Cross Pin. (Fig. 8) WARNING: All of the parts, hardware and components such as the Step 5. Carefully feed fan wires up through the downrod. (Fig. 9) Thread hanger bracket and hanger ball have been provided for your safety and Downrod into the Coupling until the holes are lined up and secure with the proper installation of your new ceiling fan.
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SCREWS SET SCREWS OUTLET BOX CROSS PIN HITCH PIN LOCK PIN UPPER COVER HANGER BALL SET SCREW DOWNROD HANGER BRACKET MOTOR Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Fig.8 Fig. 5...
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: To avoid possible electrical shock be sure electricity is turned off at the main fuse or breaker box before wiring. ® NOTE: The Aire Control System for this DC motor fan is equipped with a learning frequency function which has 32 code combinations to prevent potential interference from other remote units.
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Step 1. Motor to House Supply Wires Electrical Connections: Connect the WHITE wire (Neutral) from the outlet box to the WHITE wire marked "AC in N" from the motor. Connect the BLACK wire (Hot) from the outlet box to the BLACK wire marked "AC in L" from the motor. Secure all wire connections with the plastic wire nuts provided.
FINISHING THE INSTALLATION Step 1. Remove 1 of the 2 screws from the bottom of the hanger bracket and loosen the other one half a turn from the screw head. OUTLET BOX Step 2. Slide the canopy up towards the hanger bracket and place the key hole on the canopy over the screw on the hanger bracket, turn canopy until it locks in place at the HANGER BRACKET...
BLADE INSTALLATION Insert one fan blade into the blade slot on the motor housing and secure with the screws and blade support plate. Securely tighten screws. Repeat process with other blades. (Fig. 15) SLOT BLADE BLADE SUPPORT PLATES SCREWS Fig 15...
INSTALLING THE MOUNTING PLATE Step 1. Remove 1 of 3 screws from the mounting ring and loosen the other 2 screws. (Do not remove) Step 2. Place the key holes from the mounting plate over the 2 screws previously loosened from the mounting ring, turn mounting plate until it locks in place at the narrow section of the key holes.
INSTALLING THE LED LIGHT KIT NOTE: Before starting installation, make sure power is turned off at the circuit breaker. ATTENTION: The Energy Policy Act of 2005 requires this fan to be equipped with a 75 watt limiting device. If lamping exceeds 75 watts, the ceiling fan's light kit will shut off automatically. Step 1.
INSTALLING THE DECORATIVE COVER Step 1. Raise the decorative cover up against the LED light kit and secure it to the fan by turning the decorative cover clockwise until snug. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. (Fig. 18) LED LIGHT KIT DECORATIVE COVER Fig.
OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL/WALL CONTROL Remote Control only: Install a A23 12 volt battery (included). To prevent damage to transmitter remove the battery if not used for long periods of time. IMPORTANT: THIS REMOTE CONTROL & DC FAN MOTOR ARE DESIGNED TO PERFORM A ONE TIME SELF CALIBRATION TEST. THIS TEST WILL IMPORTANT: THIS REMOTE CONTROL &...
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Note: The auto learning function will only shut off when the self-calibration test has power after 30 seconds if interruption occurs. mandate within 60 seconds when turning the finished. The total self-calibration test will last Please remove obstacles before re-set. fan’s AC power ON.
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Speed settings for warm or cold weather depend on factors such as room size, ceiling height and number of fans. NOTE: To change the direction of the rotation of the blades the fan must be in operation mode. Warm Weather (forward) A DOWNWARD airflow creates a cooling effect as shown in Figure 19.
CARE OF YOUR FAN Here are some suggestions to help maintain your fan. 4. Use a lint free lightly damp cloth or duster to remove dust from the blades. 1. Because of the fan's natural movement some connections may become loose.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM SYMPTOM Fan will not start Fan Sounds Noisy SOLUTION SOLUTION Check to make sure the wall switch is turned on. Allow a 24-hour "break in" period. Most noises associated with a new fan will go away during this time. Check circuit fuses or breakers.
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SYMPTOM SYMPTOM Fan Wobble Fans/Light Turn On and Off Unexpectedly SOLUTION SOLUTION NOTE: All blade sets are grouped by weight. Because wood and This is caused by interference, Please see "Frequency interference" for plastic blades vary in density, the fan may wobble even though steps to change the frequency.
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SYMPTOM Frequency Interference SOLUTION Turn the power off to your ceiling fan. Please use a small size tool to change the frequency settings on the control system. Return power to the unit. Note: After the AC power is on, do not press any other button on the transmitter before pressing the "Stop" button, doing so will cause the procedure to fail.
SPECIFICATIONS These are typical readings. Your actual fan may vary. Fan Size Speed Volts Amps Watts N.W. G.W. C.F. They do not include amps and wattage used by the light(s). 0.076 4.90 7.25 8.18 1.328’ 56" High 0.552 32.24...
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PERFORMANCE AND ENERGY INFORMATION FAN SPEED AIRFLOW POWER USE AIRFLOW EFFICIENCY (CFM)* (Watts) (CFM/Watt) 1693 4.90 High 6117 32.24 Estimated Ceiling fan airflow is measured in cubic feet per minute (CFM). Airflow Yearly Energy Cost 4,043 Power use is measured in watts. To maximize energy savings: •...
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