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- Page 1 INSTALLATION GUIDE Big Ass Fan 2025 For help, call 1 (877) BIG-FANS or visit www.bigassfans.com...
- Page 2 BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installation Checklist Did a structural engineer approve the mounting structure? See page 5 for Big Ass Fans-approved mounting structures. Are you familiar with the function and use of the safety cable? See pages 12 and 14 for information on properly securing the safety cable.
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Page 3: Contact Information
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installation Guide Big Ass Fan 2025 Installation Guide: Mar. 2014 Rev. A This product was manufactured in a plant whose Conforms to ANSI/UL STD 507–Electric Fans Conforms to CSA C22.2 No.113–Fans & Ventilators conformity with ISO 9001:2008. - Page 4 BIG ASS FAN 2025 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: standards. airfoils. WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM ©2014 DELTA T CORP. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Contents Introduction Important Safety Information Thank You About Big Ass Fans About this Fan Pre-Installation Parts Included Tools Needed Fan Diagram Preparing the Work Site Installing the Fan 1. Select Proper Angle Irons 2. Pre-drill Angle Irons 3. - Page 6 Notes...
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Page 7: About This Fan
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Introduction Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Big Ass assfans.com. Who we are and what we do Big Ass About this fan Required Fan diameter Input power Rated current Max RPM Airfoil length circuit size 7 ft (2.13 m) -
Page 8: Parts Included
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Pre-Installation Parts included CAUTION: If you ordered multiple fans, be sure to keep the components of each fan together. Note: Drawings below are not to scale. All boxes are labeled to identify the contents. Hardware Mounting Hardware... -
Page 9: Tools Needed
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Parts included (cont.) Note: Drawings below are not to scale. Electrical Airfoils (6) Airfoil Cover Plate Wall Controller Fire Relay Assembly (6) Airfoil Tip (6) Airfoil Retainer 20-ft Power 3-ft Controller 50-ft CAT5 Supply Cable Input Cable... -
Page 10: Fan Diagram
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Fan diagram Note: The safety cable is not pictured below; however, it is an important part of the installation. A. Upper mount. B. Extension tube. C. Upper mounting brace. D. Cover plate assembly. information on changing the fan direction. -
Page 11: Preparing The Work Site
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Preparing the work site The fan should only be installed according to the instructions described in this manual. Consult a structural engineer for installation methods not covered in this manual. Mechanical • • • • •... -
Page 12: Select Proper Angle Irons
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing the Fan WARNING: The fan weighs 70 lbs (31.8 kg). The fan should not be installed unless the structure on which the fan is to be mounted is of sound construction, undamaged, and capable of supporting the loads of the fan and its method of attachment. -
Page 13: Pre-Drill Angle Irons
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing the Fan (cont.) 2. Pre-drill angle irons Drill two Ø 9/16” (1.4 cm) holes exactly 5-1/2” (14 cm) apart in the centers of two angle irons. Measure the distance between the mounting points of the roof structure that the angle irons will span. Measure the same distance on the angle irons, and drill Ø... -
Page 14: 4A. Fasten Single Angle Irons To Roof Structure Mounting Points
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing the Fan (cont.) 4a. Fasten single angle irons to roof structure mounting points If installation requires double angle irons, i.e., span is greater than 8 ft (2.4 m), proceed to step 4b. CAUTION: The angle irons must be fastened to the roof structure at each end. -
Page 15: 4B. Fasten Double Angle Irons To Roof Structure Mounting Points
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing the Fan (cont.) 4b. Fasten double angle irons to roof structure mounting points CAUTION: The angle irons must be fastened to the roof structure at each end. Fasten the angle irons to the roof structure mounting points at each end with customer-supplied Grade 8 hardware as shown. Tighten the hardware so that it is snug, but do not torque until the fan has been mounted to the angle irons. -
Page 16: Route Wiring And Safety Cable Into Extension Tube
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing the Fan (cont.) 5. Route wiring and safety cable into extension tube Controller Input Power Supply Note: To facilitate installation, Big Ass Fans recommends that the extension Cable Cable tube is horizontal with the rectangular access hole facing up during this step. -
Page 17: Attach Upper Mount (To Angle Irons)
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing the Fan (cont.) 7. Attach upper mount (to angle irons) Secure the upper mount (with extension tube and upper mounting brace already attached) directly to the angle irons using the Mounting Hardware as shown. Consult the diagrams below for distances between the angle irons. Tighten the hardware so that it is snug, but do not torque. -
Page 18: Secure Safety Cable (To Main Fan Unit)
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing the Fan (cont.) 8. Secure safety cable (to main fan unit) CAUTION: The main fan unit is heavy. Use caution when raising it. Raise the main fan unit directly from its packaging to the extension tube. Route the three (3) sets of wires from the main fan unit up into the bottom of the extension tube and out the rectangular access hole near the bottom of the tube. -
Page 19: Tighten Hardware
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing the Fan (cont.) 10. Tighten hardware Tighten the Mounting Hardware to 25 ft·lb (33.9 N·m) using a 17 mm wrench and a torque wrench with a 17 mm socket. Mounting Hardware Allow the extension tube to hang freely and balance itself, and then tighten the Extension Tube Hardware to 25 ft·lb (33.9 N·m) using an 8 mm Allen wrench and a torque wrench with a 17 mm socket. -
Page 20: Secure Safety Cable (To Angle Irons)
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing the Fan (cont.) 11. Secure safety cable (to angle irons) WARNING: The safety cable is a crucial part of the fan and must be installed correctly. If you have any questions, call Customer Service. To secure the safety cable to the angle irons: 1. -
Page 21: Install Cover Plate Assembly
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing the Fan (cont.) 13. Install cover plate assembly Plug the remaining male wiring harness from the fan into the female wiring harness on the cover plate assembly as shown. Ensure all wiring is tucked inside the extension tube, and then attach... -
Page 22: Install Lower Cover
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing the Fan (cont.) 15. Install lower cover WARNING: Disconnect power to the fan before installing the lower cover mounting bracket and lower cover. Attach the lower cover to the lower cover mounting bracket using the Lower Cover Hardware as shown. Loosely attach all eight (8) screws, and then tighten them. -
Page 23: Attach Airfoil Tips (To Airfoils)
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing Airfoils Big Ass Fans recommends wiring the fan (page 19) before installing the airfoils. WARNING: Disconnect power to the fan before installing the airfoils. 1. Attach airfoil tips (to airfoils) Attach the airfoil tips to the airfoils using the Airfoil Tip Hardware as shown. Securely tighten the screws using a 3 mm Allen wrench. -
Page 24: Attach Airfoils (To Main Fan Unit)
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Installing Airfoils (cont.) 3. Attach airfoils (to main fan unit) WARNING: Disconnect power to the fan before installing airfoils. Attach the six (6) airfoil retainers using the Airfoil Hardware. Moving clockwise around the fan hub, position the airfoil retainers as shown. -
Page 25: Power Requirements
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Wiring the Fan WARNING: The installation of a Big Ass manual and with any additional requirements set forth by the National Electric Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70-2011, and all CAUTION: The Big Ass Fans product warranty will not cover damage or failure caused by improper installation. -
Page 26: Wiring: Fire Signal Relay
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Wiring the Fan (cont.) Wiring: Fire signal relay codes and standards. guidelines: • The fan must be centered approximately between four adjacent sprinklers. Controller Input Cable White +0-10 VDC Speed Ref. WHITE Brown Not Used Orange... -
Page 27: Dimensions
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Mounting the Wall Controller The controller Dimensions Mounting to a wall To mount the wall controller to a wall: 1. Attach the back plate of the wall controller to the wall using suitable customer-supplied mounting screws. Use 2. -
Page 28: Operating The Wall Controller
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Operating the Fan Operating the wall controller To start the fan, press the control knob on the wall controller. Note: When power error code if there is a problem with the fan. See page 28 for LED error codes. -
Page 29: Cooling Season
Cooling season The cooling effect created by the breeze from Big Ass Fan 2025 fans keeps occupants comfortable with the thermostat at a higher by 1.5–2%. To minimize energy usage during the cooling season, operate the fan only when building occupants are present. -
Page 30: Annual Preventive Maintenance
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Preventive Maintenance WARNING: Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at the service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device (such as a tag) to the service panel. -
Page 31: Annual Maintenance Checklist
Annual Maintenance Checklist Fan Model: Fan Model: Fan Model: Serial #: Serial #: Serial #: Location: Location: Location: Date Initials Date Initials Date Initials... -
Page 33: General Troubleshooting
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Troubleshooting WARNING: When servicing or replacement of a component in the fan requires the removal or disconnection of a safety device, the safety device is to be reinstalled or remounted as previously installed. CAUTION: Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer. -
Page 34: Electrical Troubleshooting
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Electrical troubleshooting Fan Direction Note: For information on changing the fan direction, see page 22. LED status: Output Device Failure Fan status LED troubleshooting LED code Description/Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s) Output Device Failure WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM ©2014 DELTA T CORP. -
Page 35: Replacing Fuses
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Replacing fuses WARNING: Ensure power is disconnected before replacing fuses. CAUTION: Do not touch the fan’s electronics unless necessary! Electronics Fuse Holders Suitable Fuse Replacements • Schurter 0034.2526 • • WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM ©2014 DELTA T CORP. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED... -
Page 36: Warranty Policy
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Warranty Policy Congratulations on your purchase of a Big Ass Fan! We are delighted that you have chosen our product to improve the quality of your indoor or outdoor environment, and hope you’ll have much pleasure using the fan for years to come. - Page 37 BIG ASS FAN 2025 Warranty Policy (cont.) Steps to obtain Warranty service (cont.) Note: Your receipt of the replacement part constitutes your agreement to return the failed part to Big Ass Fans within 15 days of the receipt of the replacement part delivery. If Big Ass Fans does not receive the original part, you will be invoiced for the retail cost of the replacement part and shipping, and you will be responsible for payment for the replacement part upon receipt of the invoice.
- Page 38 BIG ASS FAN 2025 Warranty Policy (cont.) Exclusions (cont.) 4. Defects, malfunctions, failure or physical damage caused by unauthorized service/parts and improper installation, adverse site conditions (including, but not limited to, excessive heat, dust or humidity, unstable electric service, or any other unknown...
- Page 39 BIG ASS FAN 2025 Warranty Policy (cont.) THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND OF ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES ON BIG ASS FAN COMPANY’S PART, AND BIG ASS FAN COMPANY NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCTS.
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Page 40: Acknowledgment & Return Instructions
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Warranty Return Instructions Congratulations on your purchase of a Big Ass Fan! We are delighted that you have chosen our product to improve the quality of your indoor environment, and hope you’ll have much pleasure using the fan for years to come. -
Page 41: Warranty Claim Form Instructions
BIG ASS FAN 2025 Warranty Return Instructions (cont.) Warranty claim form instructions 1. Complete Warranty Claim Form and Responsibility Agreement (see following pages) and fax them to 859-967-1695, Attn: Customer Service. These pages will be faxed back to you for your records. The Warranty Claim Form will include our acknowledgment and a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. -
Page 43: Warranty Claim Form
800 Winchester Road Lexington, KY 40505 Phone: 1-877-BIG-FANS Fax: (859) 967-1695 www.bigassfans.com Warranty Claim Form Name (print): Signature: Company: Shipping Address: City/State/ZIP: Phone: Fax: Date of Items Returned: Purchase: Reason(s) for returning item (please provide detail, including length of time after fan had been in operation that problem was noticed, nature of problem, any attempts you made to remedy the problem, etc.): Ass Fan Company Customer Service Date replacement parts... -
Page 44: Responsibility Agreement
800 Winchester Road Lexington, KY 40505 Phone: 1-877-BIG-FANS Fax: (859) 967-1695 www.bigassfans.com Responsibility Agreement To: Big Ass Fan Company The undersigned understands and acknowledges receipt of the Warranty Claim Form and Instructions and agrees that Big Ass Fan replaced at no cost under Big Ass Fan Company’s stated warranty policy. The undersigned further agrees that if Big Ass Fan Company determines that this merchandise does not qualify under its stated warranty policy, Big Ass Fan Company can invoice for the replacement merchandise, plus shipping and handling for the original part and all replacements, and such invoice will be paid within 15 days of receipt of the same. - Page 48 *004465-01* 004465-01 REV. A 2425 Merchant St., Lexington, KY 40511 1 (877) BIG-FANS | WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM...