HOME DECORATORS COLLECTION SFL-550L1 Windara 22-Inch LED Indoor/Covered Outdoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- HOME DECORATORS COLLECTION
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HOME DECORATORS COLLECTION SFL-550L1 Windara 22-Inch LED Indoor/Covered Outdoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan User Guide
Safety Information
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
- Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.
- Before beginning installation, read and understand all instructions and safety information. Thoroughly review all assembly information and drawings and be sure you understand the assembly requirements.
- Before installing, servicing, or cleaning unit, 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 as a tag, to the service panel.
- Installation and wiring must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and all local codes. If you are unfamiliar with or unable to comply with these requirements, have ceiling fan installed by a licensed electrician.
- When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities.
- If this unit is to be installed over a tub or shower, it must be marked as appropriate for the application and be to a GFCI (ground-fault circuit interrupter) protected branch circuit. Do not bend the blade brackets when cleaning the fan.
- Do not insert foreign objects in between rotating fan blades.
- Mount ceiling fan directly to a structural framing member or to a metal outlet box marked “Acceptable for Fan Support of 35 lb. or less”. For outlet box mounting, use mounting screws provided with the outlet box.
- When using an existing outlet box, make sure it is securely attached to the building structure and can support the full support and would therefore need to be replaced. Do not use a plastic outlet box. Failure to follow this instruction can result in serious injury or death.
- Ensure power is off before beginning installation.
- Always turn fan off and allow to come to a complete stop before reversing blade direction.
- When installation is complete, make sure all connections are secure to prevent ceiling fan from falling.
- All set screws must be checked, and retightened where necessary, before installation.
- After making the wire connections, the wires should be spread apart with the grounded conductor and the equipment-grounding conductor on one side of the outlet box and the ungrounded conductor on the other side of the outlet box.
- The splices after being made should be turned upward and pushed carefully up into the outlet box.
- Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this product. If you loan someone this product, loan them these instructions also.
Warranty
2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED
The manufacturer warrants this product to be free from manufacturing defects in the material and workmanship under normal use for a period of two years after the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This warranty does not cover transit damages. This warranty does not apply to
damages from accident, misuse, alteration of any kind to the fan or where the
connected voltage is more than above the nameplate voltage. This warranty does
not apply to the finish on any portion of the product. Servicing performed by
unauthorized persons shall render the warranty invalid.
This warranty is not responsible for damages of any kind, including accident
and consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of the incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion
or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Contact the Customer Service Team at 1-800-986-3460 or visit www.HOMEDEPOT.com/HOMEDECORATORS.
Pre-Installation
TOOLS REQUIRED
HARDWARE INCLUDED
PACKAGE CONTENTS
*For packing purposes, the mounting bracket assembly, canopy, and canopy screw cover ring are assembled together. **This part is used only if ceiling fan using an extended-length down rod longer than one provided in this package.
Installation
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, turn off power to room and wall switch by removing fuses or turning off circuit breakers as needed before beginning installation.
WARNING: Mount fan only to a metal outlet box marked acceptable for fan support and use only the mounting screws provided with the outlet box. Plastic outlet boxes and outlet boxes commonly used for the support of lighting and may need to be replaced. If you are unsure whether your outlet box is appropriate or uncertain about the proper method for mounting
- If your installation site does not have an existing UL-listed metal outlet box, one must be installed before proceeding. Make sure box is mounted directly to the building structure using ceiling joist screws provided with the box.
- Once installed, there must be at least 7 ft. clearance between the bottom of the ceiling fan and the floor. Ceilings taller than 8 ft. may benefit from an extended length downrod (not included) to achieve the best results.
- NOTE: Extended-length downrods longer than 48 in. will also require a downrod wire extension kit (not included, available from the retailer where you purchased your fan).
- Angled ceilings must not be steeper than 30 degrees from the horizontal canopy.
1 Installing The Ceiling Fan Mounting Bracket Assembly
- The mounting bracket assembly (A), canopy (C), and the canopy screw cover ring (D) are assembled together for shipping purposes. If you haven’t already done so, separate these pieces now.
- Twist the canopy screw cover ring (D) counter clockwise to release.
- Loosen the two screws over the slots in the canopy (C).
- Remove the two screws securing the canopy (C) to the mounting bracket assembly (A), then twist the canopy (C) counter clockwise to release from the other two screws.
- Remove any existing ceiling fan or light where you intend to install this ceiling fan. Verify the existing outlet box is marked acceptable for fan support up to 35 lb. and that it is securely fastened to the ceiling joists.
(STOP) For Canadian installations, refer to the Canada Installation Addendum located in the Canada Installation Hardware Bag and install the eye bolt or anchor assembly now. .
- Using the screws provided with the outlet box, attach the ceiling mounting bracket assembly (A) to the electrical box, passing the 120V electrical supply wires through the hole in the center of the mounting bracket assembly (A).
NOTE: If you are installing the mounting bracket assembly (A) for an angled orientation, make sure the open end of the bracket (A) is installed facing the lower point of the ceiling.
2 Preparing Your Ceiling Fan For Mounting
□ Loosen the screw securing the pivot ball portion of the downrod (B). Slide the pivot ball down and off the downrod (B) and set aside.
□ Remove the retainer pin (N) from the downrod (B).
□ Remove the screw and star washer securing the ground wire terminal to the downrod (B). Remove the wire and set aside.
□ Loosen (but do not remove) the lock screws securing the downrod (B) to the mounting collar (O) on the fan assembly (H), then remove the hitch pin (Q) and the clevis pin (AB) from the mounting collar (O). Carefully feed the fan’s electrical wiring up through the threaded end of the downrod (B).
□ Thread the downrod (B) into the motor housing (P) until it bottoms out, then back it out until the hole in the downrod (B) aligns with the hole in the motor housing (P). Be careful not to twist the electrical wiring when tightening.
□ Install the clevis pin (AB) through the holes in the mounting collar (O) and the downrod (B), then reinsert hitch pin (Q). Retighten the lock screws to secure.
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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