Instructions / Assembly
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ENERGY EFFICIENT USE OF CEILING FANS
Ceiling fan performance and energy savings
rely heavily on the proper installation and use
of the ceiling fan. Here are a few tips to ensure
efficient product performance.
Ceiling fans should be installed, or mounted, in
the middle of the room and at least 10 feet from
floor to the blade and 18 inches from wall to the
blade. If ceiling height allows, install the fan 8 -
9 feet from floor to the blade for optimal
airflow. Consult your erangroup Retailer for
optional mounting accessories.
Ceiling fans cool people, not rooms. If the room
is unoccupied, turn off the ceiling fan to save
energy.
Your new ceiling fan will require a grounded
electrical supply line of 120 volts AC, 60 HZ, 15
Amp Circuit. Electrical code requires use of a
fan-rated outlet box to support the extra weight
and motion associated with a ceiling fan. A
fan-rated box will be labeled as such and
typically supports up to a 70lbs ceiling fan.
Fan-Rated Outlet Boxes vary in ratings and
design. Ensure the ratings of your ceiling fan
outlet box meet the requirements for the ceiling
fan being installed. Figure 1, Figure 2 and
Figure 3 depicts different structural configura-
tions that may be used for mounting the outlet
box.
A 1 2-in.-deep pancake box is meant to be
screwed to a joist or block. It’s used if only one
cable is coming into the box. It is also avail-
able in a saddle-mount configuration.
A 2-1 -in.-deep box can be attached to block-
ing between joists and is roomy enough to
handle more than one cable.
Use the ceiling fan in the
clockwise direction. The airflow produced by
the ceiling fan creates a wind-chill effect,
making you “feel” cooler. Select a fan speed
that provides a comfortable breeze, lower
speeds consume less energy.
Reverse the motor and operate
the ceiling fan at low speed in the counterclock-
wise direction. This produces a gentle updraft,
which forces warm air near the ceiling down
into the occupied space. Remember to adjust
your thermostat when using your ceiling
fan-additional energy and dollar savings could
be realized with this simple step!
CEILING
2" x 4"
CEILING JOIST
OUTLET BOX
2" x 4"
CEILING JOIST
CEILING
OUTLET BOX