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MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALLATION (CONT.)
Step 1. Place a flat washer on each of the two
screws that came with the outlet box and pass the
screws through the slotted holes in the ceiling plate
into the screw holes in the outlet box.
Step 2. Tighten the screws into the outlet box;
do not use lubricants on the screws. Do not over
tighten.
Joist
Ceiling Fan
Approved
Wiring Box
Washer
Outlet
Box
Screw
Joist
Ceiling Fan
Approved
Wiring Box
Washer
Outlet
Box
Screw
Step 3. Install the lag screw if needed. Pass the
lag screw with the large washer attached through
the center hole of the ceiling plate and screw
into the guide hole. Tighten until the outlet box
is mounted firmly to the beam. This box must be
secured to the ceiling firmly.
NOTE:
Lag Screw installation is required only under two conditions:
• Fan weighs 36 lbs. or more
• If the existing ceiling fixture outlet box needs to be modified for a ceiling fan application (for example, if the house is
not new construction and you are replacing an existing light fixture).
We recommend that the ceiling box be of sufficient capacity to support the weight of the fan and light fixture under any
conditions. If in doubt whether you need to install the lag screw, consult a qualified electrician.
