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This is a limited warranty. Minka-Aire ’s only obligation under this limited warranty is to replace or repair, or refund the purchase price, in Minka- Aire ’s sole discretion without charge to the original owner, of the fan once Minka-Aire confirms that the fan has a defect covered by this limited...
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This limited warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties. This limited warranty excludes all incidental and consequential damages, and Minka-Aire shall not under any circumstances be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
CONTENTS INSTALLING THE LIGHT KIT ASSEMBLY SAFETY RULES INSTALLING THE GLASS SHADE & LIGHT BULB PACKAGE CONTENTS FAN WITHOUT LIGHT KIT ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE FAN OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL/WALL CONTROL BLADE INSTALLATION CARE OF YOUR FAN HANGING THE FAN TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS SPECIFICATIONS FINISHING THE INSTALLATION...
SAFETY RULES Before you begin installing the fan, shut power off the circut breaker of the fuse box. 2. Be cautious!Read all instuctions and safety information before installing your new fan. Review accompanying assembly diagrams. 3. Make sure that all electrical connections comply with local codes, ordinance, or National Electrical Codes.Hire a qualified electrician or consult a do-it-your self wiring handbook if you are unfamiliar with installing electrical wiring.
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ATTENTION: The Energy Policy Act of 2005 requires this fan to be equipped with a 190 watt limiting device, If lamping exceeds 190watts, the ceiling fan’s light kit will shut off automatically. 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 2 . Receiver with 6 wire nuts 1. Fan blades(5) 2. H anger bracket 13 .Transmitter+holder+2 mouting 3. C anopy screws 4. Canopy cover 14 .Balancing kit 5.
Note: You may need a longer downrod to maintain proper blade clearance when installing on JOIST (OPTIONAL) SUPPORT a steep, sloped ceiling. Longer downrods are available from your Minka-Aire dealer. HANGER To hang your fan where there is an existing fixture but no ceiling joist, you may need to OPENING must be install a hanger bar as shown in Fig.4(available at your Minka Aire dealer or local hardware...
BLADE INSTALLATION THE FOLLOWING OPERATION MUST BE ACCOMPLISHED BEFORE INSTALLING SET SCREW HITCH PIN LOCK PIN THE GLASS SHADE. Step1. Remove the two set screws, the hitch pin and lock pin from the top coupling of motor assembly.(Fig.5) Step2. Loosen the three key-hole screws on top of motor housing. Then remove the other three screws.
HANGING THE FAN WARNING: All of the parts, hardware and components such as the Step 4.Carefully feed fan wires up through the downrod(Fig.12). hanger bracket and hanger ball have been provided for your safety and Thread the rod into the coupling, next line up holes and replace lock the proper installation of your new ceiling fan.
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DOWNROD OUTLET BOX CANOPY DOWNROD COUPLING CROSS PIN *OMIT COUPLING SET SCREWS COVER WHEN USING HITCH THE MINIMUM-LENGTH LOCK DOWNROD HANGER SUPPLY CANOPY REGISTRATION BALL SET SCREW WIRES COVER SLOT LOCK PIN SE T SCREWS DOWNROD HITCH PIN HANGER BRACKET Fig.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING:To avoid possible electrical shock be sure electricity Step 2. Motor to Receiver Electrical Connections: Connect the WHITE is turned off at the main fuse or breaker box before wiring. wire from the fan to the WHITE wire marked”TO MOTOR N” from the Receiver.
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Step 3.Receiver 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 receiver. Connect the BLACK wire(Hot) from the outlet box to the BLACK wire marked “AC in L” from the receiver. Secure all wire connections with the plastic wire nuts provided.(Fig.17) RECEIVER Step 4.If your outlet box has a GROUND wire (Green or Bare Copper)
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OUTLET BOX WHITE (NEUTRAL) BLACK (HOT) GREEN OR BARE COPPER (GROUND) " " BLACK ( AC IN L ) " " WHITE ( AC IN N ) RECEIVER " " BLACK ( TO MOTOR L ) WHITE ( TO MOTOR N ) "...
FINISHING THE INSTALLATION Step1.Remove the two screws from the hanger bracket. Step2.Slide the canopy up to the ceiling, then secure the two screws previously removed. Step3. Slide the canopy cover up to the canopy. Rotate canopy clockwise until snug.(Fig.18) OUTLET BOX HANGER BRACKET HANGER...
INSTALLING THE LIGHT KIT ASSEMBLY NOTE:Before starting installation, disconnect the power by turning off the circuit breaker or removing the fuse at fuse box. Step1.Remove the three screws from the rim of switch box plate. Step2. Connect WHITE(BLUE) wire from switch box plate to WHITE(BLACK) wire from light kit assembly with the connector.(Fig.19) Step3.
INSTALLING THE LIGHT BULB&GLASS SHADE WARNING:Shut of the power supply before removing or replacing lamp. If you accidentally come into contact,wipe thoroughly with a clean,lint-free,cotton cloth. Use light bulb in accordance with the fan’s specification.TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM WATTAGE RATING.
FAN WITHOUT LIGHT KIT ASSEMBLY Step1. Remove the three screws from the rim of switch box plate. Align the holes in the switch box plate with the holes in switch cup. Tighten the screws previously removed.(Fig.22) SCREW SCREW Fig. 21...
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OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL/WALL TRANSMITTER 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. Restore Power to Ceiling Fan. Buttons: Button: Button: Full Function Remote Control Units Only These buttons are used to set the fan speeds as follows;...
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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 : Wait for fan to stop before changing the setting of the slide switch. Warm Weather(forward) A DOWNWARD airflow creates a cooling effect as shown in Figure18.This allows you to set your air conditioner on a warmer setting without WINTER OPERATION...
CARE OF YOUR FAN Here are some suggestions to help maintain your fan. 4.There is no need to oil your fan. The motor has permanently lubricated bearings. 1.Because of the fan’s natural movement some connections may become loose. Check the support connections, brackets and blade 5.If your fan is provided with glass shades, clean with lukewarm soapy water and a soft cloth or sponge.DO NOT IMMERSE attachment twice a year.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM SYMPTOM Fan Sounds Noisy Fan will not start SOLUTION SOLUTION Allow a 24 - hour “ break in ” period. Most noises associated Check to make sure the wall switch is turned on. with a new fan will go away during this time. Check circult fuses or breakers.
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SYMPTOM SYMPTOM Lights shut off and will not come back on Fan Wobble SOLUTION SOLUTION This unit is equipped with a wattage limiting device. Lamping in NOTE:All blade sets are grouped by weight. Because wood and plastic excess of 190 watts will disable your ceiling fan’s light kit. To reset blades vary in density, the fan may wobble even though blades are your light kit you must turn the power off and re lamp, keeping the matched.
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SYMPTOM Frequency Interference SOLUTION 1.Turn the power off to your ceiling fan. 2.Please use a small size tool to change the frequency settings on the control system. 3.Returm 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. 4.Within 60 secounds of turning the fan’s AC power ON.
SPECIFICATIONS These are typical readings. Your actual fan may vary. They do not include amps and wattage used by the light (s). 0.292 11.40 1781.43 10.43 12.31 2.03 ” 0.454 32.80 3371.35 For any additional information about your 0.573 67.70 5280.58 Minka Aire Ceiling fan, please write to:...
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