YCGU Farmhouse 3 Blades Ceiling Fan Instruction Manual
- June 14, 2024
- YCGU
Table of Contents
YCGU Farmhouse 3 Blades Ceiling Fan
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE
Congratulations on purchasing the latest in energy saving ceiling fans. This
fan runs on DC (direct current) power which gives ii the benefit of being
super energy efficient whilst still maintaining high volume airmovement and
silent operation.
- Energy Saving – The DC motor is the latest technology in fan design. Its highly efficient motor saves up to 65% more energy than ceiling fans with traditional AC motors.
- Silent operation – This DC fan motor is programmed with a stabilised current which efficiently reduces motor noise.
- Low operating temperature – The DC power is managed effectively which brings down the motor operating temperature to less than 50’C. This results in a much cooler motor than a standard AC fan and increases the longevity of the motor.
- 6 speed remote control – Regular AC ceiling fans usually come with only 3 speeds, this DC fan comes complete with a 6 speed remote, which gives greater choice of comfort levels.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read and Save These Instructions
- WARNING -To avoid possible electrical shock, before installing or servicing your fan, disconnect the power by turning off the circuit breaker of the fuse box to the outlet box.
- WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, mount to outlet box marked “acceptable for fan support of 35 lbs (15.9 kg) or less” and use the mounting screws provided with the outlet box and/or support directly from building structure. Most outlet boxes commonly used for the support of luminaires may not be acceptable for fan support and may need to be replaced. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.
- WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.
- WARNING – Do not insert foreign objects in between rotating fan blades.
- CAUTIONS – The 52-inch, 60-inch and 70-inch fan blades should not touch the ceiling when operating, and the 70-inch fan blades are recommended to use 10-inch and 24-inch down rods.
- CAUTIONS – All wiring must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70) and local electrical codes. Electrical installation should be performed by a qualified licensed electrician.
- To reduce the risk of injury to person, the fan must be mounted with a minimum of 7 feet clearance from the bottom edge of the blades to the floor.
- After marking 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 one side of the outlet box.
TOOLS REQUIRED
- Ladder
- Pliers
- Wire Strippers
- Phillips Screwdriver
PARTS LIST
Unpack your fan and check the contents. You should have the following
- Mounting bracket x 1
- Down rod ball assembly x 1
- Ceiling canopy x 1
- Coupling cover x 1
- Fan motor assembly x 1
- Blade mauling plate x 1
- Bottom cover x 1
- Fan Blades x 3
- Remote control x 1
- Machine screws x 2 / Flat washers x 2 / Spring washers x 2
- Wood screws x 4
- Wire nuts x 3
- Blade screws x 7
- Allen key x 1
- Balance kit x 1 set
- Extension down rod x 2
MOUNTING OPTION
If there isn’t an existing outlet box, then install one using the following
instructions
- Disconnect the power by removing the fuses or turning off the circuit breakers.
- Secure the outlet box (A) (not included) directly to the building structure. Use appropriate fasteners and materials (not included).
- The outlet box and its bracing must be able to fully support the weight of the moving fan (at least 35 lbs). Do not use a plastic outlet box.
- Figures below show three different ways to mount the outlet box (A) (not included).
- This fan hanging system supports a maximum 20 degree angled ceiling installation. Fig. 4
- NOTE : If you are installing the ceiling fan on a sloped ceiling, you may need a longer downrod to maintain proper clearance between the tip of the blade and the ceiling.
- NOTE : The ceiling fan must be installed in a location so that the blades are spaced 300mm from the tip of the blade to the nearest objects or walls.
- NOTE : For angled ceiling installation, the opening of the mounting bracket (B) must be pointed toward the peak.
To hang your fan where there is an existing fixture but no ceiling joist, you may need an installation hanger bar (C) as shown in Fig.5. Make sure the hanger bar you purchase has been designed for use with ceiling fans.
INSTALLING MOUNTING BRACKET
- Before you begin installing the fan, turn off circuit breakers and wall switch to fan supply line leads.
- WARNING : Failure to disconnect the power supply prior to installation may result in serious injury.
- To reduce the risk of electrical shock, the fan must be installed with an isolating wall control/switch.
- Two options for installation, choose which one works for your location.
- Remove an existing bracket prior to installation.
- Only use the provided mounting bracket that came in your fan’s box.
- Option A : Use outlet box screws (provided with outlet box) when securing the mounting bracket to the fan-rated metal outlet box.
- NOTE: Do not mount directly to sheetrock or ceiling tiles.
- Option B : Use wood screws when securing the mounting bracket to the ceiling joist or support structure with an approved fan-rated electrical box.
- If not mount to ceiling outlet box, use wood screws and flat washers and mount securely to the ceiling beam. Ensure at least 30mm of the screw is threaded into the support.
BLADES INSTALLATION
Attach the fan blade to the fan motor assembly using the blade mounting plate
and six blade screws, and tightening them securely with an Allen key.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the blade holders during assembly or after installation. Do not insert objects in the path of the fan blades.
Install the
bottom cover to the fan assembly then secure it by turning clockwise.
WARNING
DO NOT place fan on a flat surface once the blades are attached to the motor.
This will cause the blades to become unbalanced and result in a wobbling fan.
DOWNROD ASSEMBLY
- Locate the downrod assembly. Loosen the ground screw on black hanging ball and setscrew to release the lock pin.
- Remove ground screw and green ground wire.
- Remove the hanging ball from the downrod and save all parts.
- Thread fan wires from motor assembly through downrod.
- Place the down rod into the top of fan motor housing until holes for downrod pin align with holes in coupling.
- Note : Make sure wires do not get twisted. Insert downrod pin through coupling and downrod, securing the downrod by tightening 2 security screws. Place coupling cover and canopy in between the downrod and hanging ball, then replace the downrod ball and insert lock pin through ii before tightening setscrew against ii. Finally, lighten ground wire using ground screw.
- WARNING : Failure to lighten setscrew on downrod ball completely could result in fan becoming loose and possibly falling.
HANGING THE FAN MOTOR ASSEMBLY
Carefully lift the fan motor assembly onto the mounting bracket that was
attached to the outlet box.
- Turn the entire assembly until the check tab(stopper of bracket) drops into the notch of the down rod ball and seats firmly.
- Note : The entire fan motor assembly should not rotate when seated properly.
- WARNING : Failure to seat tab in the notch of the hanging ball could cause damage to electrical wire and possible shock or fire hazard.
- WARNING : To avoid possible shock, do not pinch wires between the downrod/ hanging ball assembly.
WIRING DIAGRAMS
WARNING: To avoid possible electrical shock, be sure power is turned off at the main fuse box before installing.
Follow this wiring diagram.
When fan is secured in place on the mounting bracket, make electrical
connections as follows;
- Connect BLACK wire (AC IN L) from the outlet box to BLACK wire (AC IN L)
- Connect WHITE wire (AC IN WH) from the outlet box to WHITE wire form remote receiver.
- Connect GREEN ground wire from the remote receiver & mounting bracket & hanging ball to ground wire from outlet box. Make sure use wire nuts provided with your fan.
- Wrap each wire connection separately with electrical tape for extra secure connection.
NOTE: After wire connections have been made, turn leads upward and carefully push them into the outlet box. Separate black wires on one side of the box, white and green wires on the other side.
Carefully insert the receiver above the hanger ball in the remainder spacing of the mounting bracket.
Take care not to damage or loosen any of the wiring
CANOPY
ASSEMBLY
- Locate two(2) screws on the underside of the mounting bracket.
- Attach canopy cover to the mounting bracket by placing screws into the keyhole slots. Rotate the canopy so that screws slide into the narrow ends of the slots.
- Tighten the screws firmly.
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
FUNCTION INSTRUCTION OF EMITTER
- LED Indicator
- Fan ON/OFF (Pairing Button)
- Fan Speed Up
- Fan Speed Down
- Timer Control
- Natural Wind
- BATTERY: 12V/23Ax 1
- Fan Forward/Reverse
Kindly Reminders
- The remote and receiver included with your fan have already been paired beforehand. The learning code matching mode is only used when the remote and receiver lose control after installation or during use.
- If the remote is unable to control the receiver, check if the battery switch is properly touching and whether the positive and negative are in the correct positions. Also, check if the battery is full or empty of power.
- If the remote is unable to control the receiver, check if there are any other similar remote-controlled products nearby and whether they are working. Remote-controlled products with the same frequency can interfere with each other.
- Low voltage of battery will affect the sensitivity of the remote and the signal reception accordingly. Replace the battery if it is getting low voltage (the indicated light will flash out when the battery gets low voltage).
- If you are not going to use the remote for an extended period, remove the battery.
- When installing the fan, ensure that the fan ceiling cover does not press against the antenna or any other wire, as this can cause the wire to break or short-circuit and result in a loss of control.
REPAIRING THE FAN’S RECEIVER & REMOTE
If the ceiling fan remote and receiver lose control after installation or
during use, it is necessary to repair the pairing between them. Below are the
symptoms and methods to repair the pairing
Symptoms
- The fan only runs at high speed after installation
- No reverse function after installation
- Remote cannot communicate with the receiver
To repair the pairing, follow these steps
- Turn OFF the main power to the ceiling fan for 30 seconds.
- Press and hold the Pairing Button on the remote until you hear a double beep ringing within 10 seconds of switching the power ON to the receiver of the ceiling fan. Once the double beep ringing is heard, the pairing is successful.
- Turn ON the fan and use the remote to change the speed to ensure that the operation and pairing were successful.
When installing multiple fans, each fan must be paired separately. Here are the steps to follow
- Turn OFF the main power to both fans for 30 seconds.
- Press and hold the Pairing Button on the remote for 5 seconds within 10 seconds of switching the power ON to the receiver of the first fan (e.g. “Fan A”). When the double beep ringing is heard, the pairing is successful.
- Turn OFF the main power to the first fan that was paired (e.g. “Fan A”).
- Press and hold the Pairing Button on another remote for 5 seconds within 10 seconds of switching the power ON to the receiver of the second fan (e.g. “Fan B”). When the double beep ringing is heard, the pairing is successful.
If you have multiple fans such as “Fan A” and “Fan B” and want to control both with a single remote, ensure that they are located within 10 meters/32 feet of each other in the same room with no obstruction between them.
Follow the steps below to pair the remote with both fans
- Turn OFF the main power to both “Fan A” and “Fan B” for 30 seconds.
- Press and hold the Pairing Button on the remote for 5 seconds within 1 O seconds of switching the power ON to the receiver of both “Fan A” and “Fan B”. When you hear the double beep ringing, the pairing is successful.
OPERATING YOUR FAN
- SUMMER Mode : The airflow will be directed downwards, for cooling in summer.
- WINTER Mode : The airflow will be directed upwards assisting in the circulation of warm air,
| Problem | Solutions |
|---|---|
| Fan will not start. | – Check circuit fuses or breakers. |
– Check line wire connections to the fan and switch wire connections in the switch housing.
Fan sounds noisy.| Make sure all motor housing screws are snug.
Make sure the screws that attach the fan blade bracket to the motor hub are tight. Make sure wire nut connections are not rubbing against each other or the interior wall of the switch housing.
- Allow a 24-hour “breaking-in” period. Most noise associated with a new fan disappear during this time.
- If using an optional light kit, make sure the screws securing the glassware are tight.
Check that light bulb is also secure.
Some fan motors are sensitive to signals from solid-state variable speed controls. If you have installed this type of control, choose and install another type of control. Make sure the upper canopy is a short distance from the ceiling. It should not touch the ceiling.
Fan wobbles|
- Check that all blade and blade arm screws are secure.
- Most fan wobbling problems are caused when blade levels are unequal. Check this level by selecting a point on the ceiling above the tip of one of the blades. Measure this distance. Rotate the fan until the next blade is positioned for measurement.
Repeat for each blade. The distance deviation should be equal within 1/8″.
- Use the enclosed Blade Balancing Kit if the blade wobble is still noticeable.
- If the blade wobble is still noticeable, interchanging two adjacent (side by side) blades can redistribute the weight and possibly result in smoother operation.
CARE OF YOUR FAN
Here are some suggestions to help you maintain your fan.
- Because of the fan’s natural movement, some connections may become loose. Check the support connections, brackets, and blade attachments twice a year. Make sure they are secure. (It is not necessary to remove fan from ceiling.)
- Clean your fan periodically to help maintain its new appearance over the years. Use only a soft brush or lint-free cloth to avoid scratching the finish. The plating is sealed with a lacquer to minimize discoloration or tarnishing. Do not use water when cleaning. This could damage the motor, or the wood, or possibly cause an electrical shock.
- You can apply a light coat of furniture polish to the wood blades for additional protection and enhanced beauty. Cover small scratches with a light application of shoe polish.
- There is no need to oil your fan. The motor has permanently lubricated bearings.