Emerson CF550ORB00, CF550BS00 owner manual Additional Safety Instructions for Installation

Models: CF550BS00 CF550ORB00

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Safety Instructions

!Additional Safety Instructions for Installation WARNING

WARNING: To avoid fire, shock, and serious personal injury, follow these instructions.

Safety Instructions

1.Read your owner’s manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

2.Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock service panel disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.

3.Be careful of the fan and blades when cleaning, painting, or working near the fan. Always turn off the power to the ceiling fan before servicing.

4.Do not put anything into the fan blades while they are turning.

5.Do not operate reversing switch until fan blades have come to a complete stop.

Additional Safety Instructions for Installation

1.To avoid possible shock, be sure electricity is turned off at the fuse box before wiring, and do not operate fan without blades.

2.All wiring must be in accordance with the National Electrical Codes “ANSI/NFPA 70-2011” and Local Electrical Codes. Use the National Electrical Code if Local Codes do not exist. The ceiling fan must be grounded as a precaution against possible electrical shock. Electrical installation should be made or approved by a licensed electrician.

3.The outlet box and joist must be securely mounted and capable of reliably supporting at least 50 pounds. Use only U.L. outlet boxes listed as “Acceptable for Fan Support of 22.7 kg. (50 lbs.) or less”, and use the mounting screws provided with the 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.

4.The downrod furnished with the fan provides the minimum recommended floor to fan blade clearance for an 8 foot ceiling.

5.The fan must be mounted with the fan blades at least 7 feet from the floor to prevent accidental contact with the fan blades.

6.Follow the recommended instructions for the proper method of wiring your ceiling fan. If you do not know enough about electrical wiring, have your fan installed by a licensed electrician.

NOTE: All setscrews must be checked and re-tightened where necessary before installation.

NOTE: This fan is suitable for use with solid-state speed controls.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this fan should only be used with fan speed control, Model No. FR-7861LM-06 manufactured by Rhine Electric Co., Ltd.

WARNING: To avoid fire, shock or injury, do not use an Emerson or any other brand of control not specifically approved for this fan.

WARNING: This product is designed to use only those parts supplied with this product and/or any accessories designated specifically for use with this product by Emerson Electric Co. Substitution of parts or accessories not designated for use with this product by Emerson Electric Co. could result in personal injury or property damage.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the blade flange when installing the blade flanges, balancing the blades or cleaning the fan. Do not insert foreign objects in between rotating fan blades.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this fan must be installed with an isolating wall control/switch.

This Manual Is Designed to Make it as Easy as Possible for You to Assemble,

Install, Operate and Maintain Your Ceiling Fan

Tools Needed for Assembly

One Phillips head screwdriver

One stepladder

One 1/4” blade screwdriver

One wire stripper

MATERIALS

Wiring outlet box and box connectors must be of type required by the local code. The minimum wire would be a 3-conductor (2-wire with ground) of the following size:

Installed Wire Length

Wire Size A.W.G.

Up to 50 ft.

14

50-100 ft.

12

 

 

!Install, Operate and Maintain Your Ceiling Fan WARNING

Before assembly your ceiling fan, refer to section on proper method of wiring your fan (page 7). If you feel you do not have enough wiring knowledge or experience, have your fan installed by a licensed electrician.

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Emerson CF550ORB00 Additional Safety Instructions for Installation, Install, Operate and Maintain Your Ceiling Fan