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 Code “ANSI/NFPA 70-1999” 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 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 proves 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 th 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.

CAUTION: The halogen bulb operates at high internal pressure and high surface temperatures and could shatter unexpectedly. The halogen bulb generates UV (ultraviolet) radiation that may cause skin and eye irritation with prolonged exposure. To avoid risks of burns or other injury, assure power is off before attempting to install or replace halogen bulb. Do not operate fan/light without lower glass in place.

7.This fan uses a halogen bulb. Do not touch the bulb with bare hands. Fingerprints may result in shorter bulb life. Remove fingerprints with alcohol.

8.Use only with light kits marked Suitable For Use in Damp Locations.

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

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, this fan should only be used with fan speed control, Model No. SW105, manufactured by Rhine Electric Co., Ltd.

WARNING: This product is designed to use only those parts supplied with this product and/or any accessories designated specifically for use this product by Emerson Electric Co. Substitution of parts or accessories not designated for use with this product by Emerson 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 a general use, isolating control/switch.

THIS FAN IS SUITABLE FOR DAMP LOCATIONS SUCH AS

COVERED PORCHES, COVERED PATIOS, AND COVERED DECKS. . .

ANYWHERE THERE IS A ROOF OVERHEAD.

DATE CODE:

The date code of this fan may be found on the box, stamped in ink on a white label. You should record this data above and keep it in a safe place for future use.

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