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!WARNING
It is critical that the pin in the hanger ball is properly installed and the setscrew securely tightened. Failure to verify that the pin and setscrew are properly installed could result in the fan falling.
16. Place the ceiling cover over the downrod. Then reinstall the hanger ball (Figure 10) on the downrod as follows. Route the three 80” motor leads through the hanger ball and slide the hanger ball over the downrod. Position the pin through the two holes in the downrod and align the hanger ball so the pin is captured in the groove in the top of the hanger ball. Pull the hanger ball up tight against the pin and securely tighten the setscrew in the hanger ball. A loose setscrew could create fan wobble.
PIN
HANGER
BALL
DOWNROD
SETSCREW
How to Hang
Your Ceiling Fan
!WARNING
The fan must be hung with at least 7' of clearance from floor to blades (Figure 11).
CEILING
AT LEAST
7'
FLOOR
Figure 11
!WARNING
The outlet box and joist must be securely mounted and capable of supporting at least 50 lbs. Use only a U.L. outlet box listed as “Acceptable for Fan Support”.
CEILING
COVER
Figure 10
17.The fan comes with blue, black and white leads that are 80” long. Before installing the fan, measure up approximately 6 to
!WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, mount fan to outlet box marked “Acceptable for Fan Support”, and use screws supplied with outlet box. Most outlet boxes commonly used for support of light fixtures are not acceptable for fan support and may need to be replaced. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.
18. You have now completed the initial assembly of your new ceiling fan. You can now proceed with hanging and wiring your fan.
1. Securely attach the hanger bracket to the outlet box using the two screws supplied with the outlet box (Figure 12).
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