Casablanca Fan Company Casablanca Ceiling Fan 6643050 - Manual (Page 3)

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Using Existing Ceiling Fixture Outlet Box
After turning the power OFF at its source (either the circuit
breaker or fuse box), lower the old fi xture and disconnect
the wiring. Check the ceiling fi xture outlet box to be sure
it is marked “Approved for Ceiling Fan Mounting.” If it is
not, a new box must be installed.
GETTING STARTED
Installing a New Ceiling Fixture Outlet Box
If you do not have an existing fi xture located where you wish
to place your Casablanca fan, an approved ceiling fi xture
outlet box must be installed and wired.
Note: Th e weight of this fan is 24 to 26 pounds, depending
on model.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or
personal injury, mount to outlet box marked
“Acceptable Fan Support of 22.7 kg (50 lbs.) or
less” using the mounting hardware provided with
the outlet box.
CEILING HARDWARE (not to scale)
WARNING!
Support directly to building structure only.
CROSSBAR MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALLATION
Note: After removing the old fi xture, check the outlet box
to insure that it is supported by a joist or beam across its
upper surface. If not, a 2 x4 stud must be installed.
Step 1a. Remove the knockout plug in the center of the
outlet box or drill a
1 / 2 -inch hole for the lag screw to pass
through. Th en drill a 1 / 4 -inch guide hole into the joist or
beam to a depth of 3 inches.
Step 1b. Route the outlet box wires through the keyhole
slot of the crossbar mounting bracket as shown. Attach
the crossbar mounting bracket to the outlet box with the
screws provided, making sure the outlet box wires are not
pinched by the washer.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of personal injury, use only the
mounting hardware provided with the approved
outlet box to install the crossbar mounting
bracket.
Crossbar Mounting Bracket
Lag Screw and Washer (1)
1" x 8-32 Roundhead Screw and Washer (2)
2 1 / 4
" x 8-32 Roundhead Screw (2)
Wire Nut (4)
Joist
Ceiling-Fan-
Approved
Wiring Box
Ceiling Wiring
Crossbar
Mounting Bracket
Green Ground Wire
Ridge side down
1" x 8-32
Roundhead Screw
Washer
FAN INSTALLATION
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WARNING: Damp Location rated fans
require a Ground Fault Interrupter
(GFI). use a weather-proof outlet box,
properly connect ground wires, and use
only under a weather-proof structure.