PATTERSON V Series Ceiling Fans Instruction Manual

PATTERSON V Series Ceiling Fans

Product Information

The V-Series is a fan unit manufactured by Patterson Fan Company. It is designed for installation and operation in various settings. The fan kit includes all necessary components for proper installation and operation.

Before You Start

Before installing or operating the fan unit, it is important to read and understand the instructions provided. Installation, adjustment, repair, or maintenance should only be performed by qualified personnel. Follow all safety practices and instructions during the installation, operation, and servicing of the fan to prevent any potential accidents or injuries. If you have any doubts or questions about the instructions, contact your Patterson Sales Representative for guidance.

Important Safety Information

It is crucial to comply with all international and National Electrical Code requirements for grounding of all equipment. As some parts of the unit operate at line voltage, it is important not to touch them. Install all covers before applying power or starting and stopping the unit. To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury, use the unit as intended by the manufacturer. If you have any questions or concerns, contact your Patterson Sales Representative at 1-800-768-3985.

Damage Equipment

Do not operate or install any fans or fan accessories that appear to be damaged. Operating damaged equipment can lead to serious injuries, death, or further equipment damage. Contact yourPatterson Sales Representative at 1-800-768-3985 immediately for guidance.

Service

If the fan does not operate properly following the procedures in the manual, it is recommended to remove all power to the unit and contact your Patterson Sales Representative at 1-800-768-3985. Additionally, ensure that all body parts are kept clear of moving parts at all times. Electrical troubleshooting and repair shouldonly be carried out by a qualified technician and must adhere to applicable codes.

Key Retention System Components

The V-Series fans are equipped with key features to prevent pieces of the fan from falling in the event of a catastrophic failure. The safety cable provided with every fan should be installed according to Patterson Fan specifications to prevent the fan from falling if the mounting system fails. Running the fan without a properly installed safety cable will void the warranty.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ BEFORE OPERATING THE FAN AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Read and understand these instructions before installing or operating a fan unit. Installation, adjustment, repair or maintenance must be performed by qualified personnel.

• Follow all safety practices and instructions during the installation, operation and servicing of the fan. Failure to apply these safety practices could result in death or serious injury. If you do not understand the instructions, please call your Patterson Sales Rep for guidance.
• All fan controls and incoming power should be installed only by qualified technicians familiar with the requirements of the National Electrical Code and local codes. Failure to follow these guidelines will void the manufacturer’s warranty. All electrical controls are configured at the factory and are ready to use. No user adjustments are available. Follow the included installation instructions when installing this device to ensure proper operation. Do not make any changes to any part of the fan without first consulting Patterson Fan.
• Installation is to be in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA and applicable local codes.
• The user is responsible for compliance with all international and National Electrical Code requirements with respect to grounding of all equipment. Many of the parts of this unit operate at line voltage. DO NOT TOUCH. Install all covers before applying power or starting and stopping the unit. To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury, use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, call your Patterson Sales Rep at 1-800-768-3985.
• Before servicing or cleaning the unit, switch power off at the 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 sign, such as a tag, to the service panel. At all times, leave the power off at the service panel. To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury, use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, call your Patterson Sales Rep at 1-800-768-3985.

DAMAGED EQUIPMENT

Do not operate or install any fans or fan accessories that appear to be damaged. Failure to follow this instruction can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage. Call your Patterson Sales Rep at 1-800-768-3985 immediately for guidance.

SERVICE

• If the fan does not operate properly using the procedures in this manual, remove all power to the unit and call your Patterson Sales Rep at 1-800-768-3985.
• Keep all body parts clear of moving parts at all times. All electrical troubleshooting and repair must be done by a qualified technician and meet all applicable codes.

BEFORE YOU START

KEY RETENTION SYSTEM COMPONENTS

• Our fans are engineered with key features to prevent pieces of the fan from falling in the unlikely event of a catastrophic failure. Used together, these systems provide comprehensive protection of people, equipment and property.
• Install the safety cable on EVERY fan. The safety cable, if installed per Patterson Fan specifications, will prevent the fan from falling in the unlikely event that the mounting system should fail.
• The fan should never be run without a properly installed safety cable, which is supplied with every fan along with all required hardware. If the safety cable is not installed, the warranty will be voided.

MARK THE FLOOR TO ALERT PERSONNEL
When mounting a fan in an area where materials may be elevated into its path, we recommend alerting personnel of the overhead location of fans by marking the floor.

WEIGHT CONSIDERATIONS
If there is any uncertainty in the strength of the building structure, a professional structural engineer should perform a thorough evaluation of the building prior to purchasing the fans. Patterson Fan provides guidelines for mounting fans; however, it is the sole responsibility of the building owner and installer to ensure the safety of the mounting system, that the building structure is sound, and that the installation complies with all federal, state, and local codes.

WARNING
If unusual oscillating movement is observed, immediately stop using the fan and contact your Patterson Sales Rep at 1-800-768-3985.

CHECK FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL CODES
Check all relevant codes to make sure that all product certifications, product listings, and building regulations are met. Code compliance is the responsibility of the installer.

WINDY CONDITIONS
Fans should not be operated in windy conditions or installed in locations where it is frequently windy.

ITEMS INCLUDED IN YOUR FAN KIT

TOOLS NEEDED

• Hand tools (provided)
• Level or plumb bob
• Torque wrench

1. Concrete/wood beam bracket & hardware
2. I-beam mount & hardware
3. Downrod
4. Hand tools
5. Retention brackets & hardware
6. Guy wires & hardware
7. Safety cable & hardware
8. Wingtips
9. Electrical cable
10. Disconnect

BEFORE YOU START

FAN SPACING, PLACEMENT, & CLEARANCE

SPRINKLER SYSTEMS AND FAN PLACEMENT

• In any installation where fire sprinklers are in place, the fan should not interfere with their correct operation. Fans should be located no less than 3 feet below a sprinkler, and placed in the center of nearest four sprinklers. Our industrial control panel can be connected to a fire relay system, which, in an emergency, will stop fans in case of fire.
• Prior to installing fans, review all codes applicable to sprinkler systems and fans to ensure code compliance and refer to NFPA 13 Standard from the National Fire Prevention Association. It is your sole responsibility to see that the installation is completed to code and that it is correct.

OTHER INFORMATION ON PLACEMENT AND SPACING
If possible, avoid mounting fans directly below lights or skylights to avoid any strobe effect caused by moving airfoils. Please see chart below for recommended minimum and maximum hanging heights.

If the building has a mezzanine, fans should be mounted so a person cannot reach a fan in any way from the upper level/deck. Make certain that fans are positioned so that the airfoil tips are at least 3 feet away from any area where a person may be able to extend outward to reach them.

Fans should not be located directly beneath any air supply outlets or exhausting outlets. This includes air conditioning units and evaporative coolers. Such equipment can be used effectively in conjunction with HVLS fans but the discharge must be located outside of the swept area of the fan. Exhaust fan inlets or other return air points creating a negative pressure should not be within 1.5 times the diameter of the fan.

Size| H (min)| H (Rec max)| Assembled Height| A| B| C| D| Downrod
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
8′| 10′| 16.5′| 31.5″| 14″| 12″| 8″| 8″| 2′ to 5′
12′| 10′| 16.5′| 31.5″| 15″| 12″| 8″| 8″| 2′ to 5′
16′| 12′| 20′| 31.5″| 16″| 12″| 8″| 8″| 2′ to 6′
20′| 14′| 23′| 37″| 20″| 12″| 8″| 8″| 2′ to 10′
24′| 14′| 30′| 37″| 20″| 12″| 8″| 8″| 2′ to 10′

MAINTENANCE

We strongly recommend that all equipment be included in your company’s preventative maintenance program. Prior to performing any maintenance on the fan, it MUST be disconnected from the power source by means of the separate lockable disconnect (provided).

AIRFOIL CLEANING
Depending on the application of the fan, there can be quite a bit of dust or other particulates that cling to the fan’s airfoils. We recommend fan owners keep airfoils clean by having a maintenance person or skilled trade professional – who has experience using a lift – wipe the fan airfoils with a rag or sponge using hot water or regular cleaning solutions. Please do not use chlorine or any chemicals containing chlorine.

RETENTION SYSTEM CHECK
Each fan must be installed with a retention system. The safety cable is attached to the motor and wraps around the building structure. The safety cable is an important part of the safety system and protects users if a catastrophic event occurs. It is critical for fan owners to ensure that it is intact and properly secured.

REPLACEMENT PARTS
Please call your Patterson Sales Rep at 1-800-768-3985 for parts.

MECHANICAL INSTALLATION

MOTOR ASSEMBLY

• Familiarize yourself with the assembly of the unit as shown in Image 1.
• Place fan motor on flat surface with foam pad included in packaging and unpack retention kit.
• Install retention brackets as shown in Image 2. Do not tighten hardware completely.
• Install safety ring brackets onto safety ring and align as shown in Image 3. Tighten socket head screws to 16 ft-lbs.
• Loosen safety strap hardware (to make mounting blades easier).
• Remove the two bolts from the bottom of the downrod. Line up downrod, safety ring bracket, and retention bracket bolt holes and replace the two bolts. Make sure motor leads are aligned with junction box above. See Image 5.

SAFETY RETENTION SYSTEM

I-BEAM MOUNTING
Note : For other mounting options, please call your Patterson Rep at 1-800-768-3985.

• Insert two bolts through one side of the I-beam mount and one beam clamp. Select the appropriate holes on the mount based on structure width; install bolts as close to I-beam as possible.

• Place mount around I-beam and secure the remaining two bolts through the remaining beam clamp. Torque all four bolts to 55 ft-lbs.

• Place the two top bolts of the downrod into the bolt opening of the mount. See Image 8.

• With a level or plumb bob, make sure bottom of motor is completely horizontal.

• Tighten all downrod and motor shaft bolts. Torque to 55 ft-lbs.
  Note: This step is required. Failure to install the safety cable may void the manufacturer’s warranty.
  WARNING: Do not put too much tension on the safety cable. A small amount of slack is needed for the safety cable to properly function. Avoid sharp edges.

• Wrap safety cable around beam or building structure.

• Run safety cable under downrod between retention brackets.

• Overlap safety cable and secure with cable clamps.

GUY WIRE ASSEMBLY

WARNING: This step is required. Failure to install the guy wires properly may void the manufacturer’s warranty and become a safety hazard.

1. Attach four guy wire assemblies to holes in retention bracket with quick link as shown in Image 15.
2. Loosen jam nuts and extend turnbuckle.
3. Run four guy wires to ceiling structure, keeping the angle less than 45˚ for maximum stability. Attach guy wires to ceiling structure using provided beam clamps and thimble. See Images 13 and 14.
4. Remove slack and secure with cable clamps.
5. Once all guy wires are in place, use the turnbuckles to take out any remaining slack. Periodically check the fan assembly with a level to ensure it remains in the vertical position. Continue adjusting by means of the turnbuckles until all cables are satisfactory. Guy wires should be taut, but not over stressed. Recheck all saddle clamps for tightness.

Tighten all jam nuts on turnbuckles as shown in Image 13. This step is required. Failure to install the guy wires properly may void the manufacturer’s warranty AND become a safety hazard.

BLADE ASSEMBLY

1. Insert wingtips into the end of the blades and lock into place with two screws.
2. Remove blade bolts from tang. Loosen safety strap bolts and insert blade onto tang. Install the two blade bolts and double washer from below as shown Image 19. Torque to 32 ft-lbs.
3. Install washer and nut on top of blade bolt. Torque to 32 ft-lbs. Do not torque blade bolts and nuts at the same time.
4. Torque safety strap bolts to 16 ft-lbs (two socket head screws and one hex cap screw). See Image 18.

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

BREAKER SIZING
Refer to the table below for recommended circuit breaker sizing based on input voltage and fan motor horsepower.

VFD Model| Input V| Input Max Amp/ Recommended Fuse| Output V| Max Output A
---|---|---|---|---
EM30 Series| 208-230V, 3Ø, 1.5 HP| 11/15| 0-Input, 3Ø| 10
EM30 Series| 460V, 3Ø, 1.5 HP| 7.5/10| 0-Input, 3Ø| 6.5

CONNECT CONTROL CABLE TO FAN MOTOR

1. Remove the cover of the motor junction box on the downrod.
2. Feed motor leads through strain relief into junction box.
3. Pass end of VFD cable with ring terminals through strain relief into junction box.
4. Attach ring terminals from motor leads and VFD cable to terminals in junction box. Ensure letters match. See Image 20.
5. Route VFD cable to suitable VFD location (50’ of cable has been provided). Conduit is recommended.
6. Mount VFD to wall by use of attached mounting tabs (hardware not included).
7. Run VFD cable through strain relief furthest to right. Connect cable to terminal blocks U, V, and W. See Image 21.

RUN INPUT POWER CABLE & INSTALL LOCKABLE DISCONNECT
WARNING: The Lockable Disconnect must be installed per local electrical codes. AT MINIMUM it must be installed outside the diameter of the fan blades.
Note: If fan is spinning opposite of direction displayed on keypad, disconnect U and V wires, swap, and reconnect.

1. Be sure to size the input power cable properly for the application. Most installations will require 12-gauge wire. However, longer runs of power cable may require 10-gauge or higher.
2. Run input power into the top of the Lockable Disconnect, using the appropriately sized knockout.
3. Connect conductors to terminals L1, L2, and L3, respectively. Ground wire should be fastened to the protective earth (PE). Continue running input power to the drive by connecting three conductors to terminals T1, T2, and T3, respectively. A ground wire should be fastened to the protective earth (PE) provided. See Image 21.
4. Run the rest of the input cable near the wall mounted VFD. Using conduit for this run is recommended.
5. Connect the opposite end of the input power cable to the VFD. The three conductors should be connected to L1, L2, and L3, respectively. The ground wire should be connected in the manner shown in Image 21.
6. Reconnect Cat5 keypad cable to VFD and reattach cover.

CONNECT VFD TO A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM (IF REQUIRED)

WARNING: DO NOT connect external voltage to the fire suppression terminals. Fire suppression terminals should be connected to a relay via contacts. Placing voltage on the VFD terminal block will destroy the unit and void all manufacturers’ warranties.
CAUTION: DO NOT connect Patterson V-Series fans to the fans of another company for purposes of fire suppression. A separate line must be run for Patterson fans ONLY.
CAUTION: If the drive will not be connected to any fire suppression system, the factory installed jumper across COM and DI2 MUST remain in place.

1. Remove the factory installed jumper between terminals COM and DI2 on the upper terminal block. For more information, refer to Image 22.
2. Connect the fire suppression system wires from the dry contacts on the relay to terminals COM and DI2. Route the fire system cable out via the provided strain relief.
3. Drive is now wired to shut down upon activation of any fire suppression signal. VFD expects a close contact in order to run.

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References

• Patterson Fan Co.
• Patterson Fan Co. - Industrial Fan Manufacturer - Industrial Air Cooling Solutions

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