A note about our online installation instructions: Most Modern Fan Co. products have been in our assortment for several years or longer. As we continually work to improve product performance and user experience, we occasionally introduce subtle (and sometimes dynamic) product changes. These can affect the steps associated with assembly and installation of our products depending on when a fan was produced.
Flow Installation Instructions and Owners Manual Models: FLO–XX–XX–XX–XX(X)–XXX Net Weight of Fan: 19 lbs (8.6 kgs) V2020/08 Please read and save these instructions. If you have any questions while installing your fan, call us first! Customer Service Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm (PST) tel 888-588-3267 Safety Instructions and Warnings ......2 Fan Installation ...........................................4 Control Installation and Wiring ...........8 Troubleshooting.......................................
Safety Instructions and Warnings Please read all safety instructions prior to installing your ceiling fan and save this document for future reference. If you are in doubt with any of the information provided, we recommend that you consult or hire a qualified electrician to install your outlet box and ceiling fan. If you have any questions or difficulty installing your fan, call Modern Fan Co customer service at (888) 588-3267.
Installation Preparation Make sure the installation site you choose allows the fan blades to rotate without any obstruction. Allow a minimum clearance of 7 feet (2.1 meters) from the floor to the blades and 30 inches (76 cm) from the wall to the end of the blades. WARNING Your new ceiling fan will require a grounded electrical supply line of 120 volts AC, 60 Hz, 15 amp circuit. The outlet box must be securely anchored and capable of withstanding a load of 35 lbs (15.9 ww kg).
Fan Installation Tools Needed A stepladder, phillips head screwdriver and a wire stripper Instructions 1 Remove and identify contents of carton.
See Page 2 WARNING 2 Circuit Breaker POWER OFF LED Light Kit Installation If installing an optional light kit, begin by identifying all parts. Then follow steps (a) through (c). Otherwise, skip to Step 3. (a) Your fan should have the current lighting plate pre-installed. However, if your fan has an old lighting plate, begin by replacing with the new lighting plate using flat head screws for a flush mounting surface. 5 remove attach (b) Carefully insert 2-pin connector to LED board.
Fan Installation (continued) 5 See Page 2 WARNING Run fan wires through selected down rod. Reinstall stopper screw from Step 3 and firmly tighten set screw on fan collar against down rod. Note: If ceiling height allows, using a longer down rod will increase airflow and efficiency. 6 Slide fan canopy over down rod and carefully rest on top of fan body. canopy 7 Reinstall half ball from Step 4 on end of down rod. Be sure that stopper pin is inserted through down rod and seated in half ball.
11 With fan safely suspended by bracket, make wire connections with wire nuts included in hardware package as described in the Control Installation Instructions. If using optional #003, #004 or #005 controls, the receiving unit should be placed inside the arms of the hanging bracket and connected at this time. 12 Remove set screws on the sides of the hanging bracket. Lift canopy to ceiling.
Control Installation and Wiring When ordering your fan, you should have selected the control that was most appropriate for your fan, electrical requirements and desired functionality. Controls are intended for use with one fan (except #FC-009A/009B as noted). Control Options #FC-001 Fan Speed Control A basic fan control used to operate one fan only, providing four speeds. Not compatible with remote control. #FC-002 Three Wire Fan Speed & Light Control For operation of one fan with light.
WARNING!! Power must be disconnected at circuit breaker prior to any contact with electrical wires. See Pages 2-3 WARNING Wiring With power turned off at breaker, make wire connections from the fan to the power supply at the ceiling and from the control to power at wall box as shown in the wiring diagrams below. Note: For #FC-009A or #FC-009B, refer to printed instructions included in control box/packaging.
Control Installation and Wiring (continued) Circuit Breaker POWER OFF Receiving Unit Wiring Detail (for #003, #004 and #005 only): With fan suspended from ceiling and with power off at breaker box, make wire connections as shown below.
See Pages 2-3 WARNING Control Pairing for #FC-003, #FC-004 and #FC-005 only: Once installed, you must pair your remote handset and/or wall control with the receiver. Begin by confirming that power is off at the wall control, at the main switch leg, or at the circuit breaker if there is no wall control or on/off switch in use. Turn the power supply on. The fan should start spinning initially. Immediately press and continuously hold down the FAN OFF button .
Troubleshooting Please read all installation instructions carefully. After reviewing the following troubleshooting tips, if you are unable to solve a problem with the installation or operation of you fan, please contact customer service for additional assistance. I mportant : Do not return a fan or fan parts without first contacting us for troubleshooting assistance.
Fan makes repetitive ticking noise... • Check for obstructions in rotor path. • Make sure mounting hardware at ceiling is secure. • Make sure all other hardware and blade attachments are tight. • Give fan adequate “break in period” of several hours to several days then repeat steps above. Fan makes humming noise... • Be sure you are using a fan speed control with specific speed settings. Rheostats or continuous dimmers will cause motor noise. • Be sure that all fittings (light kit, bottom dome, canopy, etc.
Maintenance See Pages 2-3 WARNING Circuit Breaker POWER OFF Before servicing or cleaning your fan, switch power off at service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such a tag, to the service panel. • Your fan uses maintenance free, sealed bearings. There is no need to lubricate the motor bearings or inner shaft.
Lifetime Limited Warranty All products manufactured and sold by The Modern Fan Co. meet the highest industry standards. We use only the finest materials and production processes resulting in quality ceiling fans backed by the following warranty: Motors (dry locations):........................................................................................................Lifetime Motors (damp locations):.................................................................................................
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