Installing Your Fan
Tools Required
Phillips screwdriver, straight slot screwdriver, adjustable wrench, step ladder, and wire cutters.
Mounting Options
If there isn't an existing UL listed mounting box, then read the following instructions. Disconnect the power by removing fuses or turning off circuit breakers.
Figures 1 and 2 are examples of different ways to mount the outlet box.
Outlet Box
Figure 1
Outlet Box |
Figure 3
To hang your fan where there is an existing fixture but no ceiling joist, you may need an installation
Secure the outlet box directly to the building structure. Use appropriate fasteners and building materials. The outlet box and its support must be able to fully support the moving weight of the fan (at least 35 lbs). Do not use plastic outlet boxes.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PERSONAL INJURY, MOUNT FAN ONLY TO AN OULET BOX MARKED ACCEPT- ABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT AND USE THE MOUNTING SCREWS PROVIDED WITH THE OULET BOX. OUTLET BOX COMMONLY USED FOR THE SUPPORT OF LIGHTING FIXTURE MAY NOT BE ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT AND MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN IF IN DOUBT.
Outlet Box |
Figure 2
hanger bar as shown in Figure 3 (available at any Home Depot retailer).
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