Casablanca Verrazano User manual

VERRAZANO
OWNERS MANUAL

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CIRCUIT BREAKER
(TRIP BREAKER FOR THE
CIRCUIT YOU WILL BE
WORKING ON)
FUSE BOX
(REMOVE FUSE FOR THE
CIRCUIT YOU WILL BE
WORKING ON)
•The blades in each pack are matched for equal
weight to assure smooth fan operation. If
more than one fan is being installed, be
careful not to mix blades from different
cartons.
•Inspect the contents of your carton for
possible shipping or handling damage and
report any such damage directly to your
authorized Casablanca dealer.
•It is always a good idea to have an assistant
to help with the installation.
•When cleaning, painting, or working near
your fan, be very careful of the fan and blades.
Always turn the power OFF to the ceiling fan
before servicing it, working on it, or replacing
light bulbs.
•Never insert anything into the path of the
fan blades while the fan is in operation.
• Never install a fan over a pool or spa.
•Never operate a fan that has been damaged
in any way. Contact Casablanca Fan Company
by calling 1-888-227-2178, or contact your
local authorized Casablanca dealer for
assistance in obtaining service.
CONTENTS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
•All wiring must be in accordance with the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70-1993 and the appropriate local electrical
codes. The National Electric Code requires proper grounding as a precaution against electrical shock. A qualified electri-
cian should be consulted if you are unsure.
• This fan is designed to be installed on an existing electrical outlet box. The outlet box must be UL Listed for ceiling fan
installations, if it is not, a new box must be installed. Casablanca extension poles are available for sloped or high ceiling
installations.
•This ceiling fan requires a grounded electrical supply of 120 VAC, 60 Hz and a minimum 15 amp circuit. The maximum
current requirement for the fan with light fixture is 3.8 amps. The fan uses about 1 amp or 100 watts. Maximum light
current is 2.8 amps or 340 watts of lighting.
•Where wire nuts are employed, be sure all bare wires are within the connectors. When installing the canopy hatch, make
sure all wires are within the canopy and that no wires are being pinched.
•The fan must be supplied with 3 independent 120V AC supply wires to provide power for the fan, the light, and neutral.
For best performance and for your warranty to be valid,
use only genuine Casablanca blades, light fixtures, and accessories.
SAFE USE
Safety and the proper operation of your Casablanca fan both require a thorough knowledge of the product
and proper installation; therefore, before attempting to install and operate your Casablanca fan, read this
owner’s manual completely and carefully. Retain this manual for future reference.
SAFETY FIRST
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
MOUNTING RECOMMENDATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
FAN INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
CONTROL FEATURES:
W-18 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
BEFORE YOU START
P/N 6543010 REV. D P/D APR01PDG
CAUTION: To avoid possible electrical shock, make certain that electricity is turned off at
the circuit breaker or fuse box before attempting any installation procedure.
18″
84″

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Calculation of 32°
Use the tear-off Ceiling Angle Template card inserted in the
back of this manual, it provides you with a simple ‘go’ or
‘no-go’ for installing your fan on a sloped ceiling.
SLOPED CEILING INSTALLATIONS
MOUNTING RECOMMENDATIONS
7′MINIMUM
Pole Length
Standard
Standard
18″
18″
24″
36″
48″
Ceiling Height
10′
10′6″
11′
11′6″
12′
13′
14′
Suggested Extension Pole Lengths
When to Use Extension Poles
For best performance and best appearance,
an extension pole should be used with
your Casablanca fan when installing on
high (cathedral) ceilings or sloped ceil-
ings. Casablanca offers standard poles in
increments of 6″up to 5′. Custom poles
are available in lengths up to 10′. See your
Authorized Casablanca Dealer for details.
32°
BLADES MUST BE A
MINIMUM OF 7′
ABOVE THE FLOOR
EXTENSION
POLE
MAXIMUM
HANG-TRU®
ANGLE 32º
Before mounting your Casablanca fan, read the following helpful recommendations. The location of the fan, air circulation,
and fan size are all important factors to consider before installation.
Location
Ceiling fans have practical uses in almost every room in your home. We suggest you follow these mount-
ing recommendations as you decide where to install your Casablanca fan.
• For safety reasons, the fan blades must be a minimum of 7′above the floor.
• Do not locate the fan in a doorway or above a swinging door.
• In any installation, the tips of the blades must be at least 18″from the wall in order to
provide sufficient clearance for the blades.
• In bedrooms, fans work best when mounted above the foot of the bed.
• Over pool tables, be sure to provide plenty of clearance to avoid damage from
pool cues.
• In kitchens be sure to allow for open cupboard doors to clear the fan blades.
• Do not install a fan close to, or over, a pool or spa. High humidity combined
with corrosive gases will destroy the finish and warp the blades.
Fan Size
Variable fan speed capability permits the use of a full-size 52″fan even in
smaller rooms. For very large rooms, two fans may be needed.
EXAMPLE 1
This slope is less than 32˚.
It is OK to install your fan.
EXAMPLE 2
This slope is 32˚. This is the maximum
slope that will allow the fan to hang
straight down. It is OK to install your
fan.
EXAMPLE 3
This slope is more than 32˚.
Your fan will not hang straight down, an
adaptor is necessary. Contact your local
Authorized Casablanca Dealer in regards
to purchasing a “Slope Ceiling Adaptor.”
Note: Fan may wobble or vibrate if
pole length is not long enough and
inside blade is too close to downslope
or side wall. Extending pole length
will usually solve problem.
CAUTION: Installation of this fan requires
a minimum 10 foot ceiling.

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PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS
VERRAZANO™
Unpacking: Before assembling and installing your ceiling fan, remove all parts from the shipping cartons and check them
against the parts listed here. Before discarding packaging material, be certain that all parts have been removed.
FAN PREPARATION
MOTOR
COUPLING
TAPERED
THREAD
MOTOR
WIRES
GROUND
WIRE
Step B. Using the provided allen wrench, loosen the allen set
screw. Thread the downrod into the motor coupling until it
stops turning, this will take at least four and a half full turns.
Step C. Securely tighten the allen set screw with the provided
allen wrench to ensure safe operation of your fan.
CAUTION: Failure to fully lock in the down-
rod before securely tightening the locking
bolt may cause the fan to fall during nor-
mal operation!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION!
BEFORE STARTING THE INSTALLATION OF YOUR CEILING FAN,
INSTALL THE THREADED DOWNROD INTO THE MOTOR COUPLING AND
LOCK THE ASSEMBLY
ALLEN SET
SCREW
DOWNROD
&
BALL
ASSEMBLY
DOWNROD & BALL
ASSEMBLY
PERMA•LOCK™ HARDWARE
Prepare for fan installation as follows:
Step A. Route the wires from the motor through the
Perma•Lock™ downrod and ball assembly, keeping the wires
to one side of the cross pin.
GETTING STARTED
Carton Contents
The fan carton contains the fan body, warranty card, owner's
manual, and all the parts necessary to assemble and install your
Casablanca ceiling fan. These parts are shown at the start of
each installation section. Before you start, go through this
Owner’s Manual and confirm that you have all the parts shown
in each section.
Be sure to use only genuine Casablanca blades. The blade
shrink wrap holds 4 blades of matched weight. If more than
one fan is being installed, be sure not to mix blade sets.
GETTING STARTED
Installing a New Ceiling Fixture Outlet Box
If you do not have an existing fixture located where you wish
to place your Casablanca fan, an approved ceiling fixture
outlet box must be installed and wired.
Using Existing Ceiling Fixture Outlet Box
After turning the power OFF at its source (either circuit breaker
or fuse box), lower the old fixture and disconnect the wiring.
Check the ceiling fixture outlet box to be sure that it is
marked ‘Approved for ceiling fan mounting’. If it is not, a new
box must be installed.
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
or personal injury, mount to outlet box marked ac-
ceptable for ceiling fan support using the mounting
hardware provided with the outlet box.
CAUTION: When removing the shrink wrap,
be careful not to scratch the blades.
NOTE: The fan weight is 37.5 pounds.
REVERSE
SWITCH
NOTE: The downrod has a tapered thread
that is designed to lock completely when
correctly installed.
ALLEN SET SCREW
1⁄4-20 x 1⁄4"
(PRE-INSTALLED)
3mm
ALLEN WRENCH

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ADAPTOR PLATE INSTALLATION
JOIST
CEILING
WIRING
CROSSBAR
MOUNTING
BRACKET
FLAT
WASHER
GREEN
GROUND
WIRE
CEILING FAN
APPROVED
WIRING BOX
RIDGE
SIDE
DOWN
APPROVED
OUTLET BOX
HARDWARE
Note: After removing the old fixture, check the outlet box
to insure that it is supported by a joist or beam across its
upper surface. If not, a 2" x 4" stud must be installed.
Step 1. Remove the knockout plug in the center of the outlet
box or drill a 1/2″hole for the lag screw to pass through. Then
drill a 1/4″guide hole into the joist or beam to a depth of 3″.
Step 2. Route the outlet box wires through the keyhole slot
of the crossbar mounting bracket as shown. Attach the cross-
bar mounting bracket to outlet box with screws provided,
assuring that 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.
CEILING HARDWARE
CROSSBAR
MOUNTING
BRACKET
WIRE NUT (4)
ADDITIONAL HARDWARE
21/4" x 8-32 ROUNDED
HEAD SCREW (2)
FLAT WASHER (2)
1" x 8-32 ROUNDED
HEAD SCREW (2)
SUPPORT INSTALLATION PARTS
LAG SCREW
3/8" #7 X 5" (1)
LARGE
FLAT WASHER
3/8" (1)
WARNING!
SUPPORT DIRECTLY TO
BUILDING STRUCTURE ONLY.
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CANOPY INSTALLATION
Step 4. Attach the canopy to the crossbar mounting bracket with three of
the 8-32 x 21/2" long canopy screws and lock washers provided with your
Casablanca fan. Hand tighten until snug against the ceiling.
CANOPY
SCREW
CANOPY
LOCK
WASHER
FEED OUTLET BOX
WIRES THROUGH
CANOPY OPENING
Note: On sloped ceilings, align the
canopyopeningtowardthetoporpeak
of the room.
CANOPY HARDWARE
CANOPY
CANOPY
HATCH CANOPY LOCK WASHER (4)
CANOPY SCREW (4)
Step 3. With the large washer attached, pass the lag screw
through the center hole of the crosbar mounting bracket
and screw into guide hole. Tighten until outlet box is firmly
mounted to beam. This box must be firmly secured to the
ceiling. We recommend that the ceiling fixture outlet box
be of sufficient capacity enabling it to support the weight
of fan and light fixture under any conditions.
LAG
SCREW
LAG SCREW INSTALLATION
LARGE
WASHER
VERRAZANO™

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HANGING THE FAN
Step 5. To hang the fan body in the canopy, hold the fan
body firmly and insert the nylon ball into the canopy open-
ing. Rotate fan body until slot on nylon ball fits into pin
opposite canopy opening.
CANOPY
BALL
SLOT PIN
NOTE: The fan weight is 37.5 pounds.
VERRAZANO™
•The fan must be supplied with three
independent 120V AC supply wires to provide
power for the fan, the light, and neutral.
• The fan may be turned ON and OFF by the
W-18 / W-28 wall control.
• The lights may be turned ON and OFF by the
W-18 / W-28 and the intensity adjusted from
low to high.
Installation is to be in accordance with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1993
and local codes
REDYELLOW
BLACK
BLACK
WHITE
GREEN
WIRE NUT
BLACK &
YELLOW
2 WHITE
RED AND
BLUE D-1
3 GREEN
GROUND
120VAC
Inspect each wire nut and ensure that no bare wire is visible;
pull on each wire to test the connection is mechanically sound.
• GREEN leads from mounting plate and fan to GREEN
GROUND conductor of power source. Secure with wire
nut.
• WHITE wire from fan to WHITE NEUTRAL wire in ceil-
ing fixture outlet box. Secure with wire nut.
• BLACK wire from fan to YELLOW wire in ceiling fix-
ture outlet box. Secure with wire nut.
• BLUE (D-1 Option) wire from fan to RED wire in ceil-
ing fixture outlet box. Secure with wire nut.
Step 6a. Connect the fan wires to the outlet box wiring by
placing the bare ends of the wires together and then securing
with a wire nut.
Connect in this order:
W-18 / W-28 WIRING

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CANOPY HATCH INSTALLATION
Step 7. Tuck the wires into the canopy
with the wire nuts pointed upwards, so
that the WHITE and BLACK wires are on
opposite sides of the canopy and all wires
are clear of the canopy opening.
Step 8. Install canopy hatch with the
last canopy screw and lock washer. To do
this, tilt the fan body away from the hatch
opening. Tighten the screws firmly by
hand only.
Step 9. Straighten the fan, then check
to ensure that there is no movement be-
tween the canopy and ceiling or Hang-Tru
ball and top support shaft.
TILT THE
FAN TO
INSTALL
LAST
CANOPY
SCREW
CANOPY
HATCH
CANOPY
SCREW
LOCK
WASHER
Note: Write down the
Serial Number and the
model number for future
reference.
VERRAZANO™
1. Remove the screws and switch plate from the existing
switch box.
2. Remove the screws holding the switch in the switch box.
3. Pull the existing switch from the switch box to expose
the wire connections.
4. Remove the three wires from the switch.
5. Wiring preparation, if required:
Strip wires:
• 3/8” for 14 guage
• 1/2” for 16 and 18 guage
NOTE:The wire connectors provided are suitable for copper
wire only. Use to join the following wire combinations:
One No. 14 guage with one No. 16 or 18 guage
6. Connect blacklead of control to 120V AC hot wire. Connect
the red lead to the light circuit controlled by slider on
right side of unit. Connect yellow lead to fan motor(s)
wire. The fan speed will be controlled by the left slider
on the unit. If unit is used to control only one light
circuit, place wire connector on unused lead. Secure these
connections with the wire connectors.
7. Install the W-18 / W-28 in the wall box with the two long
screws provided.
CAUTION: Be sure no wires are pinched!
8. Install the wall plate with the two color matched screws.
9. Turn on power to test the controller.
INSTALLATION OF WALL CONTROL
Step 6b. The W-18 / W-28 is designed to replace a standard
wall switch and will fit wall boxes (metal or plastic) with
a depth of 2” or greater.
3/8” or 1/2”
CAUTION: Ensure power is turned OFF
at the breaker or fuse panel before
starting installation.

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VERRAZANO™
BLADE
BLADE ROD
BLADE TIP SCREW
(2 PER BLADE)
BLADE HARDWARE
BLADE TIP
Step 10. Remove the shipping cover from
each of the blade rod holders on the fan
body.
Using the provided allen wrench unscrew
the blade rod holder screw a few turns to
assure proper installation of the blade rod.
Insert the metal end of the blade rod (NOT
the rubber tipped end) into the blade rod
holder and tighten the screw firmly by
hand.
INSTALL BLADE RODS
Step 11. Attach the blade tips to the
blades using the blade tip screws pro-
vided. Using the screwdriver, tighten
securely by hand only.
BLADE
SCREWS
BLADE TIP
BLADE TIP INSTALLATION
BLADE
BLADE SCREW
(3 PER BLADE)
BLADE ROD
BLADE ROD
HOLDER SCREW
(PRE-INSTALLED)
SHIPPING
COVER
Note: Do NOT
install the rub-
ber tipped end
into the blade
rod holder on
the fan body.
BLADE INSTALLATION
Step 12. Insert the blade into the open-
ing on the side of the fan.
Then insert the rubber tipped end of the
blade rod into the blade tip slightly.
Next, push the blade rod into the blade
tip until it is tight.
Attach the blades to the interior of the
fan body using the blade screws provided.
Using the screwdriver, tighten securely
by hand only.
BLADE ROD
Note: Be very careful not to
push the blade too far into
the fan as you may scratch
the blade.
CAUTION:
Do not overtighten
screws.

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INSTALL LIGHT KIT BASE
Step 14. Route the motor wires through the center of
the light kit base. Align the light kit base onto the
switch housing using the tabs of the switch housing.
Using the three switch housing screws removed in
Step 13, attach the light kit base to the switch housing.
LIGHT KIT PARTS
LIGHT KIT
SCREWS
REMOVE SWITCH HOUSING SCREWS
Step 13. Remove the three screws from the switch
housing and set aside for use in Step 14.
SWITCH
HOUSING
SCREWS
SWITCH
HOUSING
TABS
SWITCH
HOUSING
TABS
SWITCH HOUSING
SCREWS
(FROM STEP 14)
VERRAZANO™
LIGHT KIT BASE
LIGHT KIT
BULB PLATE

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INSTALL BULB AND GLASS
INSTALL LIGHT KIT BASE
Step 15. Attach the white wire plug from the bulb
plate to the white wire plug of the fan. Then attach
the black wire plug from the bulb plate to the black
wire plug of the fan. The plugs have alignment tabs,
assure these are aligned—do not force the connec-
tion.
Using the provided light kit screws, attach the light
kit bulb plate to the light kit base, securing by hand
only. Assure that no wires are pinched
LIGHT KIT
SCREWS
LIGHT KIT
BULB PLATE
ALIGNMENT
TAB
ALIGNMENT
TAB
Step 16. Screw the 100 Watt Halogen bulb into the socket.
Do not touch the glass bulb with your fingers–it is extremely
important that the glass be clean. If it is touched, or dirty,
clean carefully with a tissue. A dirty glass bulb will cause the
bulb to fail almost immediately.
Step 17. Position the indentations in the outer rim of the
glass shade so that they line up with the tabs on the inside
surface of the fan light fixture rim.
Step 18. Carefully lift the glass shade up inside the light
fixture as far as it will go.
Step 19. Rotate the shade in a clockwise direction until it is
held tightly in place by the three tabs.
TABS
GLASS
SHADE
GLASS SHADE
INDENTATION
IMPORTANT! When installing the halogen bulb, care-
fully cut off the end of the plastic sleeve the bulb
comes in and hold the bulb by the plastic sleeve to
screw it into the socket.
HALOGEN BULB
100 WATT
TIP: At first the shade is a very loose fit in the
fixture and can be ‘wiggled’ a little from side to
side. It is a great help when rotating the glass shade
to ‘wiggle’ it at the same time.
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1. Raise the Fan slider to increase fan speed, lower to
decrease.
2. For the fan, four positions are available: Off, Low,
Medium, and High. The bottom position is OFF.
3. The Light slider is a dimmer, the bottom is OFF, raise
to increase intensity of the light.
W-18 / W-28 OPERATION
W-18 / W-28 CEILING FAN/LIGHT CONTROL
REVERSING FAN DIRECTION
The direction of blade rotation is controlled by the re-
verse slide switch on the top of the motor body of the
fan.
Direction your fan should go in summer and winter:
Summer - Counter Clockwise
Winter - Clockwise
REVERSE
SWITCH
IN SUMMER, the movement of
air creates a cooling “wind chill”
effect. A room can actually feel
several degrees cooler, without set-
ting the thermostat lower.
IN WINTER, hot air rises to the
ceiling while cool air settles to the
floor. Trapped against the ceiling,
the warm air is wasted. If you turn
up the thermostat, energy costs
will rise.
RUNNING IN REVERSE, your
Casablanca fan can recirculate
warm air near the ceiling down
into the living area, providing even
heating and comfort (with a pleas-
ant effect on heating bills).
SAVING MONEY WITH YOUR CEILING FAN

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Requesting Service: Please follow this troubleshooting guide before contacting your dealer for assistance.
Caring for Finishes: For cleaning, a soft brush or lint-free
cloth should be used to prevent scratching the finish. A
vacuum cleaner brush nozzle can remove heavier dust.
Surface smudges or an accumulation of dirt and dust can
easily be removed by using a mild detergent and slightly
dampened soft cloth. An antistatic agent may be used, but
never use abrasive cleaning agents. These will damage the
finish. Painted and high-gloss blades may be cleaned in
the same manner.
Blades: Wood finish blades should be cleaned with a
furniture polishing cloth. Occasionally, a light coat of
furniture polish may be applied for added protection and
beauty.
Never Lubricate this Fan!
The precision motor at the heart of your Casablanca fan
features sealed bearings that are lubricated for life. Do not
attempt to oil the motor.
Changing Light Bulbs
Be sure to turn power to the fan OFF at the wall switch or
circuit breaker before changing light bulbs. Replace bulbs
with same type as removed from the fixture. Each fan is
rated for a maximum TOTAL wattage of lighting.
Exceeding the rated maximum allowable wattage for the
fan will burn out the fan electronics module and void the
warranty.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE REMEDIES
FAN WILL NOT START Check main circuit fuses, circuit breakers, or wall switch position.
Check all wire connections, making sure the power is turned off during this inspection.
Check that reverse switch is not set in center of throw.
FAN WOBBLES OR SHAKES Be sure canopy pin is properly set into the slot on the ball.
EXCESSIVELY Check the screws holding the blade holders to the flywheel (or direct drive motor). Tighten as necessary.
Check that bladeholders have not been bent during installation.
FAN NOISY DURING Check and tighten light fixture retaining screws, glass shade screws and/or the light bulb(s) as neccessary.
OPERATION Tighten the blade to bladeholder screws.
Tighten canopy screws and mounting plate assembly.
Check and tighten blade holders to flywheel (or direct drive motor).
Make sure all screws in the motor housing are snug, but not overly tight.
Check that the wire nuts inside the canopy and switch housing are not touching the metal parts or have
fallen off the wire splices. Tighten or adjust as necessary.
BREAK-IN PERIOD Let fan run at high speed for two (2) hours
DOES NOT RUN ON If new, “break-in” may be required - run at higher speed for several days
LOW SPEED
PROBLEM POSSIBLE REMEDIES..
FAN RUNS SLOWLY IN EITHER DIRECTION IF ROTATION IS STARTED BY HAND; WILL NOT REVERSE: Defective reverse switch; defective
capacitor; or open motor winding: Replace reverse switch assembly; replace PCB assembly; or replace motor unit.
FAN WILL NOT OPERATE AT PROPER SPEEDS OR WILL NOT OPERATE AT ANY SPEED: Defective three-speed pull-chain switch assembly; or
defective capacitor: Replace three-speed pull-chain switch assembly; or replace PCB assembly.
W-18 / W-28 CEILING FAN/LIGHT CONTROL
For questions or to locate the nearest
Casablanca Authorized Service Center
call toll free:
1-888-227-2178
or visit us on the web at:
www.CasablancaFanCo.com

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