10 • Operating and Cleaning Your Ceiling Fan
10-1.Turn on electrical power to the fan.
10-2.The fan pull chain controls power to the fan. The pull chain has four settings in sequence: High, Medium, Low and Off.
•Pull the chain slowly to change settings.
•Release slowly to prevent the chain from recoiling into the blades.
•The chain uses a breakaway connector that separates if the chain is jerked. If this happens, simply reinsert the chain into the connector.
10-3.The light pull chain controls the power to the light fixture. The chain has two settings: ON and OFF.
In warm weather, use downward air flow pattern
10-4.Ceiling fans work best by blowing air downward (counterclockwise blade rotation) in warm weather to cool the room with a direct breeze. In winter, having the fan draw air upward (clockwise blade rotation) will distribute the warmer air trapped at the ceiling around the room without causing a draft.
10-5.For cleaning finishes, use a soft brush or lint-free cloth to prevent scratching. A vacuum cleaner brush nozzle can remove heavier dust. Remove surface smudges or accumulated dirt and dust using a mild detergent and a slightly dampened cloth. You may use
an artistic agent, but never abrasive cleaning agents as they will damage the finish.
10-6.Clean wood finish blades with a furniture polishing cloth. | |
Occasionally, apply a light coat of furniture polish for added | |
protection and beauty. Clean painted and high-gloss blades in the | In cold weather, use upward |
same manner as the fan finish. | air flow pattern |
To Change Airflow Direction
Turn the fan off and let it come to
a complete stop. Pull the reversing pullchain one time and then restart the fan.
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Reversing 
Pull Chain
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