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OCTA-LITE FANS 8LEC SERIES Patent pending 6-16’ Models INSTALLATION MANUAL Custom Designed Reduced Maintenance STOL Technology...
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IMPORTANT READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. A printable, electronic version is available online at canarm.com. WARNING/AVERTISSEMENT Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read and understand the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
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Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
8L14EC 14’ / 4.3M Fan 8” (203 mm) 84” (2134 mm) 9” (229 mm) 43 lbs. (20 kg) 8L16EC 16’ / 4.9M Fan 8” (203 mm) 96” (2438 mm) 9” (229 mm) 48 lbs (22 kg) Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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Materials not included in the fan contents (e.g., Grade 5 hardware, etc.) are the responsibility of the installer. Notify your product representative or Canarm of any discrepancy or missing kit contents prior to installing unit.
When mounting a fan in an area where objects may be lifted or moved into the path of the fan, Canarm recommends marking or painting hash lines on the floor to alert personnel of the above movement of the fan.
3.3 Safety Cable A Canarm fan should never be run without proper installation of Safety Cables. These are supplied with every fan. You must install safety cable for warranty to be in effect.
Canarm fans can be hung from a unistrut, angle irons, or an I-beam. See installation instructions on the following page. Do not mount the fan to single purlins, trusses, or bar joists. Consult a structural engineer for installation methods not covered in the manual.
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état, et capable de supporter des charges de jusqu’à 650 lb (295 kg). Il est de la seule responsabilité du client de vérifier que la structure du bâtiment est suffisante pour l’installation du ventilateur. Canarm recommande de consulter un ingénieur en structure avant d’attiser installation.
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ATTENTION: Do not tighten the hardware until the upper yoke has been mounted to the unistrut. Grade 5 Hardware (customer supplied) a. (4) 1/2”-13 GR 5 Bolt b. (8) 1/2” Flat Washer c. (4) 1/2” Nylock Nut d. (4) 2-1/2” Square Washer Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series (PART NAME HERE)
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8’ (2.4m) x .25”(.6cm) 3”(7.6cm) over 8’ (2.4m) - x 3”(7.6cm) 12’ (3.7m) x.25”(.6cm) *2 pairs of angle irons. Pairs should be placed back to back and fastened in center (see step 2). Height Thickness Width Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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Align the angle irons to each other and tighten the bolts to 90 ft-lb (122 N-m) using a 3/4” socket with torque wrench. Proceed to step 5.6b. Grade 5 Hardware (customer supplied) a. (2) 1/2”-13 GR 5 Bolt b. (4) 1/2” Flat Washer c. (2) 1/2” Nylock Nut Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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Grade 5 Hardware (customer supplied): a. (4) 1/2”-13 GR 5 Bolt b. (8) 1/2” Flat Washer c. (4) 2-1/2” Square Washer (see diagram) d. (4) 1/2” Nylock Nut 2.5” (6.4 cm) 9/16” Dia. (1.4 cm) 2.5” (6.4 cm) Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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8e année, comme illustré. Proceed to step 5.7. Grade 5 Hardware (customer supplied): a. (4) 1/2”-13 GR 5 Bolt b. (8) 1/2” Flat Washer c. (4) 2-1/2” Square Washer (see diagram) d. (4) 1/2” Nylock Nut Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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(8) 1/2” Flat Washer c. (4) 1/2”-13 Nylock Nut 8-1/4” (20.96 cm) Upper Yoke Top View MATERIAL: XXXXXXXX DRAWN BY: THIS DRAWING IS TH DISCLOSED T Upper Yoke Side View Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series Page. 16 MATERIAL: ALL DIMENSION ARE I...
MOUNTING METHOD 4: PURLINS NOTE: Purlin brackets and hardware are available from Canarm upon request and not included standard. 5.9 Selecting Proper Angle Irons Select the proper angle irons based on the requirements stated under section 5.3. 5.10 Pre-Drill Purlins Drill four 9/16”...
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Purlin Bracket Hardware (per set, supplied): a. (2) 1/4” Formed Steel Purlin Bracket b. (2) 1/4” Steel Purlin Backplate c. (16) 1/2”-13-1 3/4” GR 5 Bolt d. (16) 1/2” Nylock Nut e. (32) 1/2” Flat Washer Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
The safety cable is a critical safety feature of the fan and must be installed correctly. Le câble de sécurité est une caractéristique de sécurité essentielle de la soufflante qui doit être installé correctement. Cable End Detail Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series DRAWN sales 5/15/2019...
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Tighten bolts to 90 ft. lbs. (122 N-m) using a 3/4” socket with torque wrench. Lower Yoke Hardware (supplied): a. (2) 1/2”-13x3 1/2” GR 5 Bolt b. (4) 1/2” Flat Washer c. (2) 1/2”-13 Nylock Nut Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
1. Slide the gripple fastener (as supplied) over the opposite end of the wire. 2. Feed the end of the guy wire through the guy wire loop on the fan motor and then through the gripple, removing any slack from the cable. Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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Assurez-vous que tous les câbles électriques ne soient pas obstruées par des haubans. Eye Hook (Ceiling) Gripple Hook Tab (Motor) a Beam Clamp a Gripple Hook Tab b Eye Hook b Guy Wire c Gripple Wire Loop c Gripple Fastener Gripple Maximum Angle Ceiling/Beam Guy Wire 45° Maximum Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
Each Soc Cap requires one (1) c. Zinc Split Lock Washer 5/16. Blade Hardware Kit (supplied): a. (8) Soc Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4 b. (8) Soc Cap 5/16-18 x 5/8 c. (16) Zinc Split Lock Washer 5/16 Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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Thoroughly inspect the hub, the bolts and brackets within the hub to guarantee clear and proper rotation. If you find that the fan has a bracket that is hitting another object on the hub, contact Canarm for a resolution. Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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Install wingtips on end of blade after blade has been securely attached to the strut. Fasten wingtip to blade using a 10-32 X 5/8 Button Cap. Wingtip Blade BTN Cap Screw Wingtip Wingtip Hardware Kit (supplied): a. (8) 10-32x3/8 BTN Cap Screw Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
CAUTION/ATTENTION Canarm is not liable for any voltage disturbances with explicit reference to electronic magnetic interference (EMI). Voltage disturbance refers to transient overvoltage, voltage unbalance, voltage swells, rapid voltage change, flicker, superimposed signals, harmonic voltages, supply voltage variations, voltage dips and frequency/time deviation.
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à l’état solide. The installation of a Canarm fan must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1999, and all local codes. The procedures and techniques outlined in this manual are merely a guide for proper installation.
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The Canarm product warranty will not cover equipment damage or failure that is caused by improper installation. La garantie des produits Canarm ne couvrira pas les dommages à l’équipement ou de l’échec qui est causé par une mauvaise installation. IMPORTANT: Check that the correct input voltage is being sent to the fan. See rating labels on the motor for acceptable voltage.
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9.2 Running the Motor Wire The Canarm 8LEC custom designed chassis makes for running the motor wire in an incognito fashion. The motor wire slot on the top of the chassis allows the power wire to be ran through (or affixed to the side) of the extension bar, then conveniently through the top plate of the chassis and directly in to the motor electrical box.
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If the installation of the fan is required to be wired to a fire alarm emergency shut-off, an external relay will have to be placed by a fire suppression specialist between the voltage line feed and the fan(s). Power Supply MOTOR Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
Do not run your controller and sensitive equipment on the same power line. c. Install properly sized EM/RFI filter. d. Contact Customer Service at 1-613-342-5424. 5. LED indicator is not blinking in normal fashion. Please contact Canarm customer service to resolve issue. Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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Does it spin in reverse? Fix incorrect wiring. Check all brackets and bolts. Ensure bolts are torqued to the proper rating and brackets are free to spin without collisions. Is the fan making End of any noise? troubleshooting. Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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• If the wrong fuse is placed on the breaker and a spike occurs the drive may have been blown. Driver will need to be replaced . Contact Factory NOTE: Fan blades must be ON in order to troubleshoot. Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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Blue Wing Tip PP-092 Small C Brackets PP-186 Black Wing Tip BP-094 Gripple Wire Packet PP-190.8 8 Blade Boomerang Bracket PP-099 Safety Plate Spacer PP-228 Driver (1 Phase) DP-102 Hub Plate Cover PP-230 Driver (3 Phase) Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
I-beam or angle irons. 8. Administer proper cleaning techniques such as dusting blades, motor, reducer and chassis. If desired, used a water based cleaner to polish blades. If you have any questions, please contact customer service at 1-613-342-5424. Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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USER SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance Log: DATE: MAINTENANCE PERFORMED REPLACEMENT PARTS REQUIRED Replacement Part List: PART NO. DESCRIPTION Canarm Octa-Lite 8LEC Series...
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