Air King Builder's Choice 9800 User manual

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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO ASSEMBLE, INSTALL, OPERATE OR MAINTAIN THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS BY OBSERVING ALL SAFETY INFORMATION. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE!
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and injury to person, including the following:
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND INJURY TO PERSON, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Read all instructions before installing or using fan.
2. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.
If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.
3. Before servicing or cleaning the 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.
4. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified
person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards,
including fire-related construction.
CAUTION: THIS FAN MUST NOT BE USED IN POTENTIALLY
DANGEROUS LOCATIONS SUCH AS FLAMMABLE, EXPLOSIVE,
CHEMICAL-LADEN OR WET ATMOSPHERES.
5. Make certain that the power source conforms to the electrical
requirements of the fan.
6. The fan must be hung with at least 7 feet of clearance from the
floor to the blades.
Models: 9800, 9805,
9810, 9815 Ceiling Fan
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
7. Completely reassemble fan according to instructions before
reconnecting to power supply.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY,
DO NOT BEND THE BLADE BRACKETS OR BLADES WHEN
INSTALLING THE BLADES, BALANCING THE BLADES, OR CLEANING
THE FAN. DO NOT INSERT FOREIGN OBLECTS IN BETWEEN THE
ROTATING FAN BLADES.
8. This fan is not for use in wet or damp locations.
9. Do not use fan outdoors and never locate the fan where it may
fall into a bathtub or other water container.
10. This unit must be grounded.
11. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced
impellers, keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off power
unit.
12. DO NOT install or attach decorative elements or any other objects
onto the fan or fan blades.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT USE THIS FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL
DEVICE.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS -
OPERATING MANUAL

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT
SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
SECTION 1
Installation Requirements
1. Electrical Requirements: This unit requires a grounded electrical
supply line of 120 volts AC, 60 Hz, 15 amp circuit.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,
OR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERLY INSTALL TO AN OUTLET BOX
MARKED “ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT”. USE SCREWS
PROVIDED WITH OUTLET BOX. MOST OUTLET BOXES COMMONLY
USED FOR THE SUPPORT OF LIGHTING FIXTURES ARE NOT
ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT AND MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED.
CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN IF IN DOUBT.
2. Electrical Box: This unit will fit any of the following electrical
boxes: 4" octagon box, 3" octagon box, 1/2" deep ceiling pan, or
a plaster ring with 3-1/2" mounting hole centers mounted on one
of the above listed boxes. This fan will also install on a “Wiremold”
No. 5738 fixture box. The electrical box must be securely anchored
and capable of withstanding a load of at least 35 pounds.
CAUTION: IF ONE OF THE ABOVE ELECTRICAL BOXES IS
NOT PRESENT FOR PROPER INSTALLATION, CONTACT A LICENSED
ELECTRICIAN.
SECTION 2
Preparing the Ceiling Fan
1. Unpack fan from the carton and confirm that all pieces are
present. The following should be present:
1 -Motor assembly
5 - Blades
5 - Blade mounting brackets
1 - Downrod assembly
1 - Hanger bracket
1 - Canopy
1 -Package containing:
10 - 1/4"-28 x 7/16" screw
15 - 10-32 x 1/2" washer head screws
1 - pull cord
3 - 3/16"-24 x 3/8" truss screws
4 - 10-24 x 3/8" screws
1 -Instruction/Safety Sheet
2. Install mounting bracket to the
electrical box marked
“Acceptable For Fan Support”
using the screws provided with
the outlet box. Insert the
screws through the slotted
holes in the bracket and attach
to the electrical box. Tighten
both screws to the electrical
box (Figure 1).
Figure 1
Screw
Electrical Box
Mounting
Bracket
CAUTION: IF BRACKET AND/OR ELECTRICAL BOX ARE NOT
SECURELY ATTACHED, THE FAN COULD WOBBLE.
SECTION 3
Downrod Mounting
1. Install motor leads through canopy then through the hole in the
center of the downrod pipe. Insert downrod pipe into yoke. Make
sure to align hole in downrod with the hole in the yoke. Lift canopy
and install yoke cross pin through yoke and downrod. Insert cotter
pin into cross pin until it snaps into place. Using a Phillips head
screwdriver, firmly tighten set screw in yoke (Figure 2).
WARNING: FAILURE TO COMPLETELY INSTALL THE COTTER
PIN AND TIGHTEN THE SET SCREW COULD RESULT IN THE FAN
LOOSENING AND POSSIBLY FALLING.
2. Carefully lift the fan and seat the pipe flange and ball assembly
on the hanger bracket that was just attached to the electrical
box. Be sure the notch on the side of the ball is lined up with
the tab on the hanger bracket (Figure 3).
WARNING: FAILURE TO SEAT TAB ON BRACKET INTO
NOTCH ON BALL COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO ELECTRICAL WIRES
AND CAUSE FAN TO FALL.
CAUTION: DO NOT PINCH WIRES BETWEEN THE BALL AND
PIPE FLANGE ASSEMBLY AND HANGER BRACKET.
SECTION 4
Wiring
CAUTION: ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE
IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES, ORDINANCES, OR NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE. IF YOU ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH METHODS OF
INSTALLING ELECTRICAL WIRING, SECURE THE SERVICES OF A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
NOTE: Ceiling canopy supply wires and
fan wires omitted from figure for clarity
Figure 3
Electrical Box
Pipe Flange
Assembly
Tab
Notch
Downrod
Pipe
Yoke Cross Pin
Canopy
Set Screw
Cotter
Pin
Figure 2
Cotter Pin
Yoke
Yoke

2. Raise the canopy up to the mounting bracket. Apply light pressure
upward on the canopy while rotating it to the right until the two
screws from step #1 drop into the side hook slots in the canopy.
Continue rotation until the canopy is fully locked and stops
rotating (Figure 5).
3. Insert the last two screws through the remaining side holes of
the canopy into the mounting bracket. Tighten all four screws.
CAUTION: MAKE SURE THAT THE ELECTRICAL WIRES ARE
COMPLETELY INSIDE THE ELECTRICAL BOX AND NOT PINCHED
BETWEEN THE CEILING CANOPY AND THE CEILING.
4. Proceed to Section 9
Installing Fan Blades
SECTION 6
Close to Ceiling Mounting
1. Set canopy flush against motor housing. Attach canopy with
three 3/16"-24x3/8" truss screws (Figure 6).
WARNING: FAILURE TO COMPLETELY TIGHTEN THE TRUSS
SCREWS COULD RESULT IN THE FAN LOOSENING AND POSSIBLE
FAILING.
2. Lift motor housing assembly and hang on mounting bracket post
through one of the two holes in the canopy (Figure 7).
CAUTION: ONLY HANG FAN THROUGH CANOPY HOLE, DO
NOT HANG FAN THROUGH HOOK SLOT WHEN WIRING.
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CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT
SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
NOTE: If a light fixture is being installed with the fan, follow the
fixture’s owner’s manual for wiring. This fan is adaptable to center-
mount light kits only.
1. Make sure the electrical box is properly secured. Connect the
White wire from the fan to the White wire from the supply.
Connect the Black and Blue wires from the fan to the Black (hot)
wire from the supply. Connect the Green (ground) wire from the
fan to the Green or Bare Copper ground wire from the supply.
Use approved methods for all connections. Carefully push wires
up into the outlet box (Figure 4).
CAUTION: CHECK TO CONFIRM THAT ALL CONNECTIONS
ARE TIGHT, INCLUDING THE GROUND, AND THAT NO BARE WIRE
IS VISIBLE AT THE CONNECTIONS, EXCEPT IN THE CASE THAT A
BARE WIRE WAS USED FOR THE GROUND WIRE.
SECTION 5
Installing the Canopy (Downrod)
1. Use four #10-24x3/8" Phillips head screws with split lockwashers
to mount the canopy. Insert one screw in side hole of mounting
bracket, being careful not to fully tighten. Leave a minimum of
1/8" distance between the screw head and mounting bracket.
Locate the hole on the opposite side of the first screw and insert
the second screw, being careful not to fully tighten. Leave a
minimum of 1/8" distance between the screw head and mounting
bracket (Figure 5).
Figure 5
10-24 x 3/8" Phillips
head screw with
split lockwasher
Turn to right to lock
1/8"
Side hook
slot
Hole
Mounting
Bracket Post
Hole
Figure 7
Figure 4
Ground
Ground
Hot (Black)
White
Supply from home
from fan
White
Hot (Black and Blue)
Hook Slot
Canopy
3/16"-24x3/8"
Truss Screw
Figure 6

SECTION 7
Wiring
CAUTION: ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE
IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES, ORDINANCES, OR NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE. IF YOU ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH METHODS OF
INSTALLING ELECTRICAL WIRING, SECURE THE SERVICES OF A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT
SERVICE PANEL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
NOTE: If a light fixture is being installed with the fan, follow the
fixture’s owner’s manual for wiring. This fan is adaptable to center-
mount light kits only.
1. Make sure the electrical box is properly secured. Connect the
White wire from the fan to the White wire from the supply.
Connect the Black and Blue wires from the fan to the Black
(hot) wire from the supply. Connect the Green (ground) wire
from the fan to the Green or Bare Copper ground wire from the
supply. Use approved methods for all connections. Carefully
push wires up into the outlet box (Figure 8).
SECTION 8
Installing the Canopy (Close to Ceiling)
1. Use four #10-24x3/8" Phillips head screws with split lockwashers
to mount the canopy. Insert one screw in side hole of mounting
bracket, being careful not to fully tighten. Leave a minimum of
1/8" distance between the screw head and mounting bracket.
Locate the hole on the opposite side of the first screw and insert
the second screw, being careful not to fully tighten. Leave a
minimum of 1/8" distance between the screw head and mounting
bracket (Figure 9).
Ground
White
Hot (Black
and Blue)
Figure 8
Supply from home
from fan
10-24 x 3/8" with
split lockwasher
Phillips head screw
1/8"
Side hook
slot
Hole
Turn right to lock
Figure 9
2. Raise the canopy up to the mounting bracket. Apply light pressure
upward on the canopy while rotating it to the right until the two
screws from step #1 drop into the side hook slots in the canopy.
Continue rotation until the canopy is fully locked and stops
rotating (Figure 9).
3. Insert the last two screws through the remaining side holes of
the canopy into the mounting bracket. Tighten all four screws.
CAUTION: MAKE SURE THAT THE ELECTRICAL WIRES ARE
COMPLETELY INSIDE THE ELECTRICAL BOX AND NOT PINCHED
BETWEEN THE CEILING CANOPY AND THE CEILING.
SECTION 9
Installing Fan Blades
CAUTION: THE BLADES SHOULD BE ATTACHED TO THE
FAN MOTOR AFTER IT IS HUNG AND WIRED. IF THE BLADES ARE
ATTACHED WHILE THE MOTOR IS ON THE FLOOR, THE BLADES
COULD GET BENT, CAUSING THE FAN TO WOBBLE.
1. Remove the three shipping stabilizer tabs from the bottom of
fan (Figure 10).
2. Using three #10-32x1/2" Phillips washer head screws, secure
one bracket to each of the blades. Complete this assembly
before attaching blades to the ceiling fan (Figure 11).
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Remove
Figure 10
Remove

#10-32x1/2" Phillips
Washer Head Screw
Blade
Bracket
Blade
Screws
Figure 11
Figure 12
Blade Bracket
Motor Hub
1/4-28x7/16"
Phillips Pan Head
Screw
Chain
Reversing Switch
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3. Place one of the 1/4-28x7/16" Phillips pan head screws into one
of the recessed holes in the blade bracket. Turn screw until it
mates with the threaded hole in hub. Do not tighten screw
completely at this time (Figure 12).
4. Install the second screw in the same manner, then tighten both
screws firmly. Install the remaining blade assemblies in the
same manner.
5. Install the fans pull cord chain by connecting the included ball
and string to chain coming from fan’s motor.
SECTION 10
Operation
1. Restore electrical power to the electrical box by turning the
electricity on at the main service panel.
2. Check the operation of the fan by gently pulling the chain switch.
3. If airflow is desired in opposite direction, turn your fan off and
wait for the blades to stop turning, then slide the reversing
switch (Figure 13) to the opposite position, and turn the fan on
again. The fan blades will turn in the opposite direction and
reverse the airflow.
Figure 13
4. This unit is equipped with a four position, three speed pull chain
switch:
1st pull = High
2nd pull = Medium
3rd pull = Low
4th pull = Off
SECTION 11
Maintenance and Cleaning
CAUTION: MAKE SURE POWER IS SWITCHED OFF AT
SERVICE PANEL BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.
WARNING: DO NOT DEPEND UPON THE FAN’S CONTROLS
AS THE SOLE MEANS OF DISCONNECTING POWER WHEN
INSTALLING OR SERVICING THE FAN. ALWAYS TURN POWER OFF
AT THE MAIN FUSE BOX.
WARNING: DO NOT USE WATER WHEN CLEANING. IT
COULD DAMAGE THE MOTOR OR BLADES AND CREATE THE
POSSIBILITY OF AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE GASOLINE, BENZINE, THINNER,
HARSH CLEANSERS, ETC., AS THEY MAY DAMAGE THE FAN.
1. Use only a soft brush or lint free cloth to avoid scratching the
finish. Abrasive cleaning agents are not required and should be
avoided to prevent damage to the finish. NEVER USE ANY
ABRASIVE PADS OR SCOURING POWDERS. NEVER IMMERSE
ELECTRICAL PARTS IN WATER.
2. The fan is permanently lubricated and does not require oiling.

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Troubleshooting Guide
Trouble Probable Cause Suggested Remedy
1. Fan will not start 1. Fuse or circuit breaker blown or OFF. 1. Check main and branch fuse or circuit breaker.
2. Loose power connections. 2. Check line wire connections to the fan.
3. ON-OFF pull chain in the off position. 3. Pull chain once.
4. Reversing switch not in engaged position. 4. Slide switch completely to left or right.
2. Fan sounds noisy 1. Screws securing fan brackets to motor housing are loose. 1. Check to be sure screws are tight.
2. Wire nuts in side switch housing are rattling. 2. Check wire nut connections in switch housing.
3. Fan wobbles or shakes 1. Screws securing fan blade brackets to motor housing 1. Check to be sure screws are tight.
excessively are loose.
2. Fan blade brackets not seated properly 2. Check that brackets are seated firmly to top of motor housing.
3. Fan blades out of balance. 3. Interchanging adjacent (side-by-side) blade pairs can
redistribute the weight and result in smoother operation.
LIMITED WARRANTY
All products manufactured by Air King Limited are warranted for one year from the date of purchase against defects in workmanship
and/or material. In addition, all ventilating/exhaust fans, heaters, combination fan lights and/or heaters, and range hoods are guaranteed
for five years from the date of purchase against defects in workmanship and/or material.
This warranty does not cover any labor or shipping costs or the cost of replacement components as part of routine maintenance such
as: range hood grease filters, charcoal filters or combination charcoal/grease filters; replacement light bulbs in range hoods or bathroom
fan/light/bulb heater combinations. As well, any damage or failure caused by abuse, misuse, abnormal usage, faulty installation, or
improper maintenance will not be covered by this warranty.
In order to make a claim on this warranty, you must be the original consumer of the product. You will be required to present to Air King
the original bill of sale showing: date of purchase, place of purchase and model purchased. Failure to meet these requirements will
void your warranty.
Air King will not be held responsible for any bodily injury or damages to personal property or real estate whether caused directly or
indirectly by the product. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages
and some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state and province to province.
FOR PARTS OR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Please call: 1-800-465-7300, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8 AM AND 4:00 PM EST.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO PLACE OF PURCHASE.
Reference the type and style of product (located on label inside of the product) when you call.
For more information please visit our website: wwwairkinglimited.com
Installer: _________________________________________________________ Installation Date:_________________________________________
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REPLACEMENT PARTS DIAGRAM
# Qty. Description
1 1 Mounting Bracket
2 4 10-24 x 3/8" Screw
3 1 Cross Pin
4 1 Screw
5 1 Hanger Ball
6 1 Downrod - Brass
1 Downrod - White
1 Downrod - Antique Brass
7 3 3/16"-24 x 3/8" Truss Screw
8 1 Canopy - White
1 Canopy - Brass
1 Canopy - Antique Brass
9 1 Set Screw
10 1 Cotter Pin
1
2
3
4
7
5
8
9
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
6
10
# Qty. Description
11 1 Yoke Cross Pin
12 1 Motor - Brass
1 Motor - Brass/White
1 Motor - White
1 Motor - Antique Brass
13 15 10-32 x 1/2" Washer Head Screw
14 5 Paddle - Cherry
5 Paddle - White/Bleached Oak
5 Paddle - Cherry/Dark Oak
15 5 Paddle Bracket - Brass
5 Paddle Bracket - White
5 Paddle Bracket - Antique Brass
16 10 1/4"-28 x 7/16" Pan Head Screw
17 1 Pull Chain

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