6
Installation
MOUNTING OPTIONS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
or personal injury, mount to outlet box marked
“Acceptable for fan support of 50lbs. (22.7kg) or
less”, and use screws provided with the outlet
box. An outlet box commonly used for the support
of lighting fixtures may not be acceptable for fan
support and may need to be replaced. If in doubt,
consult a qualified electrician.
If your ceiling fan does not have an existing UL-listed mounting
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 directly to the building structure. Use
the appropriate fasteners and materials. The outlet box and
its bracing must be able to fully support the weight of the
moving fan (at least 50 lbs.). Do not use a plastic outlet box.
The illustrations below show three different ways to mount the
outlet box.
If the canopy touches the downrod, then remove the decorative canopy
bottom cover, and turn the canopy 180° before attaching the canopy to
the mounting plate.
To hang your fan where there is an existing fixture but no ceiling joist,
you may need an installation hanger bar as shown above
(available at any Home Depot store).
NOTE:
You may need a longer downrod to maintain
proper blade clearance when installing on a steep, sloped
ceiling. The maximum angle allowable is 30° away from
horizontal.
Outlet Box
Outlet Box
Recessed
Outlet
Box
Provide Strong
Support
Ceiling
Mounting
Plate
Outlet Box
Hanger Bar
