CRAFTMADE NIC56 Nicolas 56-Inch Ceiling Fan Installation Guide

: June 4, 2024
: CRAFTMADE

CRAFTMADE NIC56 Nicolas 56-Inch Ceiling Fan

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SAFETY TIPS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, turn off the electricity to the fan at the main fuse box or circuit panel before you begin the fan installation or before servicing the fan or installing accessories.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR FAN AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury, the use of gloves may be necessary while handling fan parts with sharp edges.
Make sure all electrical connections comply with Local Codes or Ordinances, the National Electrical Code, and ANSI/NFPA 70-1999. If you are unfamiliar with electrical wiring or if the house/building wires are different colors than those referred to in the instructions, please use a qualified electrician.
Make sure you have a location selected for your fan that allows clear space for the blades to rotate, and at least seven (7) feet (2.13 meters) of clearance between the floor and the fan blade tips. The fan should be mounted so that the tips of the blades are at least thirty (30) inches (76 centimeters) from walls or other upright structures.
The outlet box and ceiling support joist used must be securely mounted, and capable of supporting at least 35 pounds (16 kilograms). The outlet box must be supported directly by the building structure. Use only CUL (Canada) or UL (USA) listed outlet boxes marked “FOR FAN SUPPORT.”

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, mount to the outlet box marked “Acceptable for Fan Support of 15.9 kg (35 lbs) or less,” and use the mounting screws provided with the outlet box. Most outlet boxes commonly used for the support of lighting fixtures are not acceptable for fan support and may need to be replaced. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, wire connectors provided with this fan are designed to accept only one 12 gauge house wire and two lead wires from the fan. If your house wire is larger than 12 gauge or there is more than one house wire to connect to the corresponding fan lead wires, consult an electrician for the proper size wire connectors to use.

Electrical diagrams are for reference only. Light kits that are not packed with the fan must be CUL (Canada) or UL (USA) listed and marked suitable for use with the model fan you are installing. Switches must be CUL (Canada) or UL (USA) general use switches. Refer to the instructions packaged with the light kits and switches for proper assembly.
After installation is complete, check that all connections are absolutely secure.
After making electrical connections, spliced conductors should be turned upward and pushed carefully up into the outlet box. The wires should be spread apart with the grounded conductor and the equipment-grounding conductor on opposite sides of the outlet box.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury, DO NOT use power tools to assemble any part of the fan, including the blades.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not use this fan with any solid state speed control device or control fan speed with a full range dimmer switch. [Using a full range dimmer switch to control fan speed will cause a loud humming noise from fan.]

Do not operate the reverse switch until fan has come to a complete stop.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the blade arms during assembly or after installation. Do not insert objects into the path of the blades while they are rotating.
To avoid personal injury or damage to the fan and other items, be cautious when working around or cleaning the fan.

Do not use water or detergents when cleaning the fan or fan blades. A dry dust cloth or lightly dampened cloth will be suitable for most cleaning.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of personal injury, use only parts provided with this fan. The use of parts OTHER than those provided with this fan will void the warranty.
This fan MUST be installed with the safety cable provided with the fan. Failure to use the safety cable provided may result in personal injury, damage to the fan or damage to other property.

Light kit may be dimmable to 10% with select dimmers.

FCC STATEMENT

Modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. [The equipment refers to the remote and/or wall control and/or LED light kit.]

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The LED light kit complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

this LED light kit may not cause harmful interference.
this LED light kit must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Distributed by: Craftmade, 650 S. Royal Lane, Coppell, TX, 75019; 1-800-486-4892

NOTE: The important safety precautions and instructions appearing in the manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense and caution are necessary factors in the installation and operation of this fan.

Unpacking Your Fan

IMPORTANT REMINDER: You must use the parts provided with this fan for proper installation and safety. Carefully open the packaging. Remove items from Styrofoam inserts. Remove motor housing and place on carpet or Styrofoam to avoid damage to the finish. Do not discard the fan cartons or Styrofoam inserts should this fan need to be returned for repairs. Check against parts inventory that all parts have been included.

Parts Inventory

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a. hanging bracket. 1 piece
b. canopy. 1 piece
c. downrod and hanging ball. 1 piece
d. yoke cover. 1 piece
e. canopy cover. 1 piece
f. remote control cover. 1 piece
g. wall plate.1 piece
h. motor housing. 1 piece
i. faceplate. 3 pieces
j. wall control. 2 pieces
k. fitter plate. 1 piece
l. remote control receiver. 1 piece
m. light kit fitter. 1 piece
n. blade plate. 5 pieces
o. blade. 5 pieces
p. hardware packs

IMPORTANT REMINDER: You must use the parts provided with this fan for proper installation and safety.

bulbs required: 4 x 4 watt candelabra base LED bulbs, (included)

Installation Preparation

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To prevent personal injury and damage, ensure that the hanging location allows the blades a clearance of 7ft. (2.13m) from the floor and 30in. (76cm) from any wall or obstruction. This fan is suitable for room sizes up to 400 square feet (37.2 square meters). This fan can be mounted with a downrod on a regular (no-slope) or vaulted ceiling. The hanging length can be extended by purchasing a longer downrod (0.5in./1.27cm diameter). Other installation, such as flushmount, is not available for this fan.

Installation requires these tools: Phillips screwdriver, flathead screwdriver, adjustable pliers or wrench, stepladder, wire cutters, and rated electrical tape.

Hanging Bracket Installation

Turn off circuit breakers to the current fixture from the breaker panel and be sure the operating light switch is turned to the OFF position.

WARNING

Failure to disconnect power supply prior to installation may result in serious injury.
Remove existing fixture.
When using an existing outlet box, be sure the outlet box is securely attached to the building structure and can support the full weight of the fan.
Ensure the outlet box is clearly marked “Suitable for Fan Support.” If not, it must be replaced with an approved outlet box. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

CAUTION: Be sure the outlet box is properly grounded and that a ground (GREEN or bare) wire is present.

Install hanging bracket to outlet box, using original screws, spring washers, and flat washers provided with new or original outlet box.* If installing on a vaulted ceiling, face opening of hanging bracket towards the high point of ceiling. Arrange electrical wiring around the back of the hanging bracket and away from the bracket opening.

Note: It is very important that you use the proper hardware when installing the hanging bracket as this will support the fan.

Fan Assembly

Remove the hanging ball from downrod provided by loosening the set screw on the hanging ball. Lower the hanging ball and remove the stop pin and then slide the hanging ball off of the download. [Refer to diagram 1.]

Loosen yoke set screws and nuts at top of the motor housing. Remove pin and clip from motor housing yoke. [Refer to diagram 2.]

Tip: To prepare for threading electrical wires through downrod, apply a small piece of electrical tape to the ends of the electrical wires–this will keep the wires together when threading them through the downrod. [Refer to diagram 2.]

Determine the length of threaded downrod you wish to use. Thread safety cable and electrical wires through the threaded end of downrod and pull extra wire slack from the upper end of the downrod. [Refer to diagram 2.] Thread downrod into the motor housing yoke until holes for pin and clip in downrod align with holes in yoke–make sure wires do not get twisted. Re-insert pin and clip that were previously removed. Tighten yoke set screws and nuts securely. [Refer to diagram 2.]

Slide yoke cover, canopy cover, and canopy overpowered. [ NOTE: Canopy cover must be turned with the finished side toward the motor housing.] [Refer to diagram 3.]

Thread safety cable and wires through the hanging ball and then slide the hanging ball over download the top of the downrod should be noted as having a set screw hole; use this hole when setting the set screw. Insert a stop pin into the top of downrod and raise the hanging ball. Be sure stop pin aligns with slots on the inside of the hanging ball. Tighten the set screw securely. [Refer to diagram 4.]

WARNING: Failure to tighten the set screw (on the hanging ball) completely could result in the fan becoming loose and possibly falling.

NOTE: The important safety precautions and instructions appearing in the manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense and caution are necessary factors in the installation and operation of this fan.

With the hanging bracket secured to the outlet box and able to support the fan, you are now ready to hang yourn fan. Grab the fan firmly with two hands. Slide downrod through opening in hanging bracket and let hanging ball rest on the hanging bracket. Turn the hanging ball slot until it lines up with the hanging bracket tab.

WARNING: Failure to align slot in hanging ball with tab in hanging bracket may result in serious injury or death.

Tip: Seek the help of another person to hold the stepladder in place and to help lift the fan up to you once you are set on the ladder.

Find a secure attachment point (wood ceiling joist highly recommended) and secure safety cable. It will be necessary to use a heavy duty wood screw, washer and lock washer (not supplied) to secure safety cable loop. If necessary, adjust the loop at the end of the safety cable. The loop at the end of the safety cable should just fit over the threads on the wood screw. Test safety cable by pulling on loose end of cable with pliers. If the safety cable slips, the loop must be adjusted smaller.

Extra cable slack can be left in ceiling area.

Wiring

WARNING: Turn off circuit breakers to current fixture from breaker panel and be sure switch is turned to the OFF position.

CAUTION: Be sure outlet box is properly grounded and that a ground wire (GREEN or Bare) is present.

Make sure all electrical connections comply with Local Codes or Ordinances and the National Electrical Code. If you are unfamiliar with electrical wiring or if the house/building wires are different colors than those referred to in the diagram to the right, please use a qualified electrician.

Note: Excess lead wire length from the fan can be cut to the desired length and then stripped.

When downrod is secured in place on the hanging bracket, WIRE THE RECEIVER with wire connectors provided as shown in diagram at right.

Tip: While you are wiring, keep in mind that wires must not obstruct receiver from sliding into hanging bracket.

Wrap each wire connector separately with electrical tape as an extra safety measure. Gently insert receiver (flat side up) into hanging bracket and carefully push taped wire connectors into outlet box. Allow antenna from remote control receiver to hang outside of hanging bracket.

[ PLEASE NOTE: Wall and/or handheld remote control must be used for fan to operate. If you do not wish to use the wall control, please proceed to Section 7 below to continue with fan installation.]

To install wall control, remove existing wall switch. Wire one of the wall controls with wire connectors provided as shown in diagram at right.
Wrap each wire connector separately with electrical tape as an extra safety measure.
Gently push wires and taped wire connectors into outlet box.
Install one 12-volt battery (included) in-wall control.

IMPORTANT: Wall control will not function unless the battery is installed.

WARNING: Battery is to be inserted with the correct polarity.

Since this fan comes with dimmable LED bulbs, the dimmer switch (labeled DIM and ON) has been pre-set to the “ON” position (DIM). If you do not wish to have dimming capability, you will need to move the switch to the “OFF” position (ON). Select a faceplate (almond or white) and press firmly onto front of wall control. Attach wall control to the outlet box and secure with screws from the original wall switch. Attach wall plate (included) to wall control using 2 screws provided with the wall control.

Modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Canopy Assembly

Locate 2 screws on underside of the hanging bracket and remove the screw closest to the open end of the hanging bracket. Partially loosen the other screw. Lift canopy to hanging bracket. Place rounded part of the slotted hole in canopy over the loosened screw in the hanging bracket and push up. Twist the canopy to lock. Re-insert the screw that was removed and then tighten both screws securely. Slide canopy cover up to canopy, aligning rounded part of slotted holes in canopy cover with screwheads in bottom of canopy. Turn canopy cover to the right (clockwise) until it stops.

Blade Assembly

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury, DO NOT use power tools to assemble the blades. If screws are overtightened, blades may crack and break.
Locate 15 blade screws/lock washers in the hardware pack.
Slide a blade through one of the narrow, rectangular openings on motor housing, aligning holes in blade with holes in blade arm (located on the underside of the motor housing)–refer to drawing at right.
Then, hold blade plate up to the blade, aligning holes as shown. Insert 3 blade screws/lock washers with fingers first to attach blade to motor. Before securing screws permanently, repeat procedure for the remaining blades. Securely tighten all screws only after all 5 blades have been attached.

NOTE: Tighten blade screws twice a year.

Light Kit Assembly

Remove 1 screw from motor plate (on underside of motor) and partially loosen the other 2 screws. Align slotted holes in middle of fitter plate with loosened screws in motor plate, allowing molex connections from motor housing to come through hole in middle of fitter plate. Twist fitter plate to lock. Re-insert screw that was just removed and tighten all 3 screws securely.

Connect WHITE wire from motor housing to WHITE wire from light kit fitter. Connect BLACK (or BLUE) wire from motor housing to BLACK wire from light kit fitter. [ NOTE: It may be necessary to push back sleeve on wires to be certain of wire colors.] Be sure molex connections snap together securely.

Remove 4 screws from outer edge of fitter plate.
Carefully arrange wiring within light kit fitter.
Align holes in top of light kit fitter with holes in outer edge of fitter plate. Re-insert screws that were just removed and tighten all 4 screws securely with a Phillips screwdriver.
Install 4 candelabra base 4 watt LED bulbs (included).

IMPORTANT: When replacing bulbs, please allow bulbs and light kit fitter to cool down before touching them.

Assembly of Handheld Remote Control

IN ORDER TO USE THE HANDHELD REMOTE CONTROL, PLEASE CONTINUE WITH SECTION 10 for remote control assembly instructions. If you have already installed the wall control but do not wish to use the handheld remote control, please proceed to Section 11.

Gently pull on the remote control cover to separate top and bottom parts. [Refer to diagram 1.]

In order to use wall control as a handheld remote control, cut each wire on wall control (that was not previously used)–use wire cutters to cut off each wire as close to the wall control as possible. [Refer to diagram 2.]
Install one 12-volt battery (included) in wallcontrol. [Refer to diagram 2.]

WARNING: Battery is to be inserted with the correct polarity.

Since this fan comes with dimmable LED bulbs, the dimmer switch (labeled DIM and ON) has been pre-set to the “ON” position (DIM). If you do not wish to have dimming capability, please move the switch to the “OFF” position (ON). [Refer to diagram 2.]

Attach black faceplate to front of wall control; press down firmly. [Refer to diagram 3.] Align holes in wall control with posts located on inside of TOP part of remote control cover and press together firmly. Place wall control into the BOTTOM part of remote control cover, aligning posts in top of remote control cover with post holes in the bottom. [Refer to diagram 3.]

( NOTE: Make sure to align narrower ends of remote control cover before closing.) Squeeze top and bottom of remote control cover together until you hear a click at each end, indicating that the remote control cover has closed completely.

IMPORTANT: Store the handheld remote control away from excess heat or humidity. To prevent damage to the handheld remote control, remove battery if the handheld remote control will not be used for long periods.

NOTE: Remove batteries with low or no charge and dispose of them properly.

CAUTION: “DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN FIRE, BATTERIES MAY EXPLODE OR LEAK.”

When disposing of household alkaline batteries, it is best to check with your local and state recycling or household hazardous waste coordinators concerning the specifics of the program in your area. You may also locate a recycling center by calling 1-800-8-BATTERY or 1-877-2-RECYCLE or visit www.epa.gov/epawaste/index.htm or www.earth911.org for more information.

WARNING

Choking Hazard – Small parts. Keep batteries away from children.
Batteries are NOT rechargeable. Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.

Automated Learning Process./Activating Code

CAUTION: The wall and/or handheld remote control can be programmed to multiple receivers or fans. If this is not desired, turn wall switch off to any other programmable receiver or fan.

Restore electrical power and then, if using wall control, set slider switch on wall control to the ON position. Within 60 seconds of turning on the wall control, press and hold the fan OFF button on the wall control for 5 seconds (or until lights blink twice or fan blades begin to turn).
Turn power off again for at least 5 seconds and then turn power back on. Within 60 seconds of restoring the power, press and hold the fan OFF button on the handheld remote control for 5 seconds (or until lights blink twice or fan blades begin to turn).
Test the light and fan functions to confirm the learning process is complete.

Remote/Wall Control Operation

ON/OFF slider switch: turns wall control ON or OFF (switch not functional on handheld remote)
HIGH button: turns fan to HIGH speed
MED button: turns fan to MEDIUM speed
LOW button: turns fan to LOW speed
OFF button: turns fan OFF
L button: turns light kit ON/OFF when pressed once; dims light kit when pressed and held down.

Testing Your Fan

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It is recommended that you test the fan before finalizing installation. Restore power from circuit Nbox and light switch (if applicable). Test wall control (optional installation) by locating the ON/OFF slider switch on wall control, then set it to the ON position. Test the light ON/OFF and dimmer function with the L button and then test fan speeds. Next, locate the handheld remote control. Test the light ON/OFF function by pressing the L button; test the dimmer function by pressing the L button and holding it down for up to 5 seconds. Test fan speeds with the different fan speed buttons. If the wall and/or handheld remote control operates all of the functions of the fan and light, battery/batteries have/have been installed correctly. If the wall and/or handheld remote control do (does) not operate all of the fan/light functions, refer to the “Troubleshooting” section to solve any issues before contacting Customer Service.

Turn the fan completely off before moving the reverse switch (located on top of the motor housing). Set the reverse switch to recirculate air depending on the season:

LEFT position in summer (diagram 1)
RIGHT position in winter (diagram 2)

A ceiling fan will allow you to raise your thermostat setting in summer and lower your thermostat setting in winter without feeling a difference in your comfort.

Important: The reverse switch must be set either completely LEFT or completely RIGHT for a fan to function. If the reverse switch is set in the middle position (diagram 3), the fan will not operate.

NOTE: If the wall control/handheld remote control interferes with other appliances, turn the power off first and then go back to the instructions in Section 11 (page 10).

Troubleshooting

WARNING: Failure to disconnect power supply prior to troubleshooting any wiring issues may result in serious injury.

Problem: Fan fails to operate.

Solutions

Check wall switch to fan/wall control.
Verify that reverse switch is set completely in either direction.
Check to be sure wall control (optional use) is wired properly.
Check to be sure fan is wired properly.
The learning process between fan, handheld remote control and, if applicable, wall control may not have been successful and code was not activated. Turn off power and repeat instructions in Section 11 (page 10).
Check that red light on handheld remote control turns on when a button is pressed indicating that the battery is good.

Problem: Light kit not lighting.

Solutions

Check wall switch to fan/wall control.
Check that bulbs are installed correctly.
Check that wires in canopy are wired properly.
Verify that molex connections in light kit fitter are connected properly.
The learning process between fan, handheld remote control and, if applicable, wall control may not have been successful and code was not activated. Turn off power and repeat instructions in Section 11 (page 10).

Problem: Fan operates but light fails.

Solutions

Check that bulbs are installed correctly.
Replace defective bulbs with same type of bulb.

Problem: Fan and light fail to operate with wall control (optional) and/or handheld remote control.

Solutions

Check battery power in the handheld remote control.
The learning process between fan, handheld remote control and, if applicable, wall control may not have been successful and code was not activated. Turn off power and repeat instructions in Section 11 (page 10).
If using optional wall control, check that battery in wall control is still good.

Problem: Fan wobbles.

Solutions

Use the balancing kit in one of the hardware packs. If no blade balancing kit is provided, please call Customer Support, at 1-800-486-4892, to request one.
Check to be sure set screw(s) on motor housing yoke is (are) tightened securely.
Check to be sure set screw on hanging ball is tightened securely.

Warranty

CRAFTMADE™ LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY: CRAFTMADE warrants this fan to the original household purchaser for indoor use under the following provisions:

1-YEAR WARRANTY: CRAFTMADE will replace or repair any fan which has faulty performance due to a defect in material or workmanship. Contact Craftmade Customer Service at 1-800-486-4892 to arrange for return of fan. Return fan, shipping prepaid, to Craftmade. We will repair or ship you a replacement fan, and we will pay the return shipping cost.

5-YEAR WARRANTY: CRAFTMADE will repair or replace at no charge to the original purchaser any fan motor that fails to operate satisfactorily when failure results from normal use.

RETURN FAN MOTOR ONLY, shipping prepaid, to Craftmade. We will repair or ship purchaser a replacement motor and Craftmade will pay the return shipping cost.

6-YEAR to LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY: CRAFTMADE will repair the fan, at no charge for labor only to the original purchaser, if the fan motor fails to operate satisfactorily] when failure results from normal use. Parts used in the repair will be billed to the purchaser at prevailing prices at time of repair. The purchaser shall be responsible for all costs incurred] in the removal, reinstallation and shipping of the product for repairs. This warranty does not apply when damage from mechanical, physical, electrical or water abuse results in causing the malfunction. Deterioration of finishes or other parts due to time or exposure to salt air is specifically exempted under this warranty. Neither Craftmade nor the manufacturer will assume any liability resulting from improper installation or use of this product. In no case shall the company be liable for any consequential damages for breach of this, or any other warranty expressed or implied whatsoever. This limitation as to consequential damages shall not apply in states where prohibited.