Fan Installation

Holliston

Fan Installation

Getting Started

Installing a New Ceiling Fixture Outlet Box

If you do not have an existing fixture located where you wish to place your Casablanca fan, an approved ceiling fixture outlet box must be installed and wired.

warning!

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, mount to outlet box marked “Acceptable Fan Support of 22.7 kg (50 lbs.) or less” using the mounting hardware provided with the outlet box.

Using Existing Ceiling Fixture Outlet Box

After turning the power OFF at its source (either the circuit breaker or fuse box), lower the old fixture and disconnect the wiring. Check the ceiling fixture outlet box to be sure it is marked “Approved for Ceiling Fan Mounting.” If it is not, a new box must be installed.

Note: The weight of this fan is 26 pounds.

Ceiling plate Installation

Ceiling Hardware (not to scale)

 

 

 

Screw Pack:

 

 

 

 

Lag Screw and Washer (1)

Wire Nut (4)

 

Ceiling Plate

1" x 8-32 Roundhead Screw and Washer (2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: After removing the old fixture, check the outlet box to ensure that it is supported by a joist or beam across its upper surface. If not, a 2 x 4 stud must be installed.

Step 1a. Remove the knockout plug in the center of the outlet box or drill a 1/2-inch hole for the lag screw to pass through. Then drill a 1/4-inch guide hole into the joist or beam to a depth of 3 inches.

Step 1b. Route the outlet box wires through the hole of the ceiling plate as shown. Attach the ceiling plate

JOIST

CEILING FAN-

APPROVED

WIRING BOX

to the outlet box with the screws provided, making sure the outlet box wires are not being pinched.

CAUTION:

CEILING

PLATE

CEILING WIRING

To reduce the risk of personal injury, use only the mounting hardware provided with the approved outlet box to install the ceiling plate.

Outlet Box

Hardware

WASHERS

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Casablanca Fan Company C31UxxZ owner manual Fan Installation Getting Started, Ceiling plate Installation, Holliston