8 • Operating and Cleaning Your Ceiling Fan
8-1. Turn on electrical power to the fan.
8-2. 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.
8-3. The light pull chain controls power to the light. The pull chain has two settings: On and Off.
In warm weather, use downward air flow pattern
8-4. Ceiling fans work best by blowing air downward (counterclockwise blade rotation) in warm weather to cool the room with a direct breeze. In cold weather, 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.
8-5. 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.
8-6. 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. Slide the reversing switch on the fan to the opposite position. Restart fan.
Reversing
Switch
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