Harbor Breeze RLC52WW5C1R User manual

MERRIMACK CEILING FAN
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MODEL #RLC52WW5C1R
EB14299

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, install or operate the
product.
• Do not discard fan carton or foam inserts. Should this fan need to be returned to the factory for
repairs, it must be shipped in its original packaging to ensure proper protection against damage that
might exceed the initial cause for return.
• Make sure all electrical connections comply with local codes, ordinances, the National Electrical
Code and ANSI/NFPA 70-1999. Hire a qualified electrician or consult a do-it-yourself wiring handbook
if you are unfamiliar with installing electrical wiring.
• Make sure the installation site you choose allows a minimum clearance of 7 ft. from the blades to the
floor and at least 30 in. from the end of the blades to any obstruction.
• After you install the fan, make sure all connections are secure to prevent the fan from falling.
• The net weight of this fan including the light kit is: 16.53 lbs.
Safety Information ................................................................................................................2
Package Contents ................................................................................................................4
Hardware Contents
. .............................................................................................................5
Preparation
........................................................................................................................... 5
Initial Installation ...................................................................................................................5
Wiring ....................................................................................................................................7
Final Installation ...................................................................................................................
. 8
Operating Instructions ........................................................................................................12
Care and Maintenance ........................................................................................................15
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................16
Warranty ..............................................................................................................................17
Replacement Parts List .......................................................................................................18
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SAFETY INFORMATION
DANGER
If using this fan in a DAMP location, this fan must be connected to a supply circuit that is
protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) to reduce the risk of personal injury,
electrical shock or death.

SAFETY INFORMATION
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, mount fan to outlet box
marked "ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT OF 35 LBS. (15.9 KG) OR LESS" and use
mounting screws provided with the 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.
When mounting fan to a ceiling outlet box, use a METAL octagonal outlet box; do NOT use a
plastic outlet box. Secure the outlet box directly to the building structure. The outlet box and its
support must be able to support the moving weight of the fan (at least 35 lbs.).
To avoid personal injury, the use of gloves may be necessary while handling fan parts with
sharp edges.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, wire connectors provided with this fan
are designed to accept only one 12-gauge house wire and two lead wires from the fan. If your
house wire is larger than 12-gauge or there is more than one house wire to connect to the
corresponding fan lead wires, consult an electrician for the proper size wire connectors to use.
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not use the fan with any solid state speed control
device or control fan speed with a full range dimmer switch.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, do not bend the blade arms when
installing them, balancing the blades or cleaning the fan. Do not insert objects between the
rotating fan blades.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, use ONLY parts provided with this fan. The use of parts
OTHER than those provided with this fan will void the warranty.
Before installation, be sure to shut off electricity at main switch or circuit breaker in order to avoid
electrical shock.
WARNING
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DANGER
CAUTION
When using an existing outlet box, make sure the outlet box is securely attached to the building
structure and can support the full weight of the fan. Failure to do this can result in serious injury or
death. The stability of the outlet box is essential in minimizing wobble and noise in the fan after
installation is complete.
Be sure outlet box is properly grounded and that a ground wire (green or bare) is present.
Before beginning installation, carefully check all screws, bolts and nuts on fan motor assembly to
ensure they are secure.
When disposing of household lithium batteries, it is best to check with your local and state recycling
or household hazardous waste coordinators concerning the specifics of the program in your area.
You may also locate a recycling center by calling 1-800-8-BATTERY or 1-877-2-RECYCLE or visit
www.epa.gov/epawaste/index.htm or www.earth911.org for more information.

IMPORTANT: You must use the
parts provided with this fan for proper
installation and safety.
A Mounting Bracket 1
B Motor Housing Screw 4
(preassembled)
C Motor Housing Lock 2
Washer (preassembled)
D Motor Housing Star 2
Washer (preassembled)
E Motor Assembly 1
F Motor Housing 1
G Blade 5
H Blade Arm 5
I Blade Plate 5
J Motor Screw 10
(preassembled) + 1 extra
K Lock Washer 10
(preassembled) + 1 extra
L Light Kit Fitter 1
M Glass Shade 1
N Remote Pack 1
O Bulb
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DESCRIPTIONPART QUANTITY
PACKAGE CONTENTS
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DESCRIPTIONPART QUANTITY
P Remote Control Receiver 1
(preassembled)
Q Motor Plate Screw 3
(preassembled)
R Motor Mounting Screw 3
(preassembled)
S Motor Mounting Washer 3
(preassembled)
T Fitter Plate 1
U Fitter Plate Screw 3
(preassembled)
V Wire Housing 1
W Hex Nut (preassembled) 1
X Rubber Washer 1
(preassembled)
F
L
T
J
K
QH
G
M
O
N
R
S
U
I
V
W
A
B
D
E
X
P
C

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PREPARATION
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HARDWARE CONTENTS (shown actual size)
AA
Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Place motor on carpet or on
foam to avoid damage to finish. Compare parts with package contents list and hardware contents list.
If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to install, operate or assemble the product.
Estimated Assembly Time: 120 minutes
Tools Required for Assembly (not included): Electrical Tape, Phillips Screwdriver, Pliers, Safety
Glasses, Stepladder and Wire Strippers
Helpful Tools (not included): AC Tester Light, Tape Measure, Do-It-Yourself Wiring Handbook and
Wire Cutters
CC
E3 Wire
Connector
Qty. 3
CC
Blade
Screw
Qty. 15
+ 1 extra
BB
Finial
Qty. 1
DD
Blade
Washer
Qty. 15
+ 1 extra
Turn off circuit breakers or fuse and wall switch to
the fan supply line leads.
DANGER: Failure to disconnect power supply
prior to installation may result in serious injury or
death.
1.
INITIAL INSTALLATION
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
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Check to make sure blades (G) will be at least
30 inches from any obstruction and at least 7 ft.
above the floor.
2.
INITIAL INSTALLATION
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7 ft.
min.
30 in.
min.
G
Secure mounting bracket (A) to outlet box (not
included) using screws, spring washers, and flat
washers provided with the outlet box.
WARNING: It is very important that you use
the proper hardware when installing the mounting
bracket (A) as this will support the fan.
Arrange electrical wiring to one side of the
mounting bracket (A).
3. 3
3
A
Outlet
Box
Remove 10 preassembled motor screws (J) and
lock washers (K) from underside of motor
assembly (E). Save for later use.
Note: Make sure to keep loose hardware
separate to avoid confusion during installation.
4. 3
4
K
E
J

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Remove one motor mounting screw (R) and motor
mounting washer (S) from hook end of motor
assembly (E). Remove the other two motor mounting
screws (R) and motor mounting washers (S) from
underside of mounting bracket (A). Save for later use.
Note: Make sure to keep loose hardware separate to
avoid confusion during installation.
Lift motor assembly (E) to mounting bracket (A) and
slide hook end (with single screw hole) of motor
assembly (E) into square opening on mounting
bracket (A). This will allow for hands-free wiring.
5.
INITIAL INSTALLATION
Hook
End
3
5
A
E
S
R
DANGER: If using this fan in a DAMP location, this fan must be connected to a supply circuit
that is protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) to reduce the risk of personal injury,
electrical shock or death.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, wire connectors
provided with this fan are designed to accept only one 12-gauge house wire and two lead wires
from the fan. If your house wire is larger than 12-gauge or there is more than one house wire to
connect to the corresponding fan lead wires, consult an electrician for the proper size wire
connectors to use.
CAUTION: Be sure outlet box is properly grounded and that a ground (green or bare) wire is
present.
WARNING: If house wires are different colors than referred to in the following steps, stop
immediately. A professional electrician is recommended to determine wiring.
WARNING: Using a full range dimmer switch (not included) to control fan speed will cause a
loud humming noise from fan. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do NOT use a full
range dimmer switch to control fan speed.
WIRING
1. Make the necessary wiring connections for remote
control operation according to Fig. 1.
Connect BLACK wire from motor assembly (E) to
BLACK wire from outlet box/ceiling. Connect WHITE
wire from motor assembly (E) to WHITE wire from
outlet box/ceiling. Connect GREEN wire from motor
assembly (E) and mounting bracket (A) to
BARE/GREEN wire from outlet box/ceiling.
For each wire connection, use one of the wire
connectors (BB), making sure to screw wire
connector (BB) on in a clockwise direction.
BB
A
E
P
GREEN
WHITE
BLACK
(supply circuit)
WIRE COLORS
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WIRING
Wrap electrical tape (not included) around each
individual wire connector (BB) down to the wire.
WARNING: Make sure no bare wire or wire
strands are visible after making connections. Place
GREEN and WHITE wire connections on the
opposite side of the outlet box as the BLACK wire
connections.
Turn spliced/taped wires upward and gently push
wires and wire connectors (BB) into outlet box.
2.
BB
E3 Wire Connector x 3
Hardware Used
BB
BB
2
BB
Partially loosen the motor housing screws (B)
installed with the motor housing lock washers (C);
remove the motor housing screws (B) installed with
the motor housing star washers (D).
Raise motor housing (F) to mounting bracket (A)
allowing slotted holes in motor housing (F) to align
with loosened motor housing screws (B). Twist motor
housing (F) to lock in place. Re-install the motor
housing screws (B) and motor housing star washers
(D) that were removed and then tighten all motor
housing screws (B) to secure motor housing (F).
FINAL INSTALLATION
Leave hook end of motor assembly (E) in square
opening of mounting bracket (A) and lift the other end
of motor assembly (E) toward mounting bracket (A).
Align motor assembly (E) screw holes with mounting
bracket (A) screw holes and re-insert motor mounting
screws (R) and motor mounting washers (S)
previously removed (Step 5, page 7). Securely
tighten all motor mounting screws (R) with Phillips
screwdriver (not included).
WARNING: It is extremely important to tighten
motor mounting screws (R) completely so motor
assembly (E) is mounted securely.
1.
2.
1
E
A
R
S
R
S
3
2AC
BD
C
B
D
F
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FINAL INSTALLATION
Blade Washer x 15
Attach blade arms (H) to the bottom of motor
assembly (E) with motor screws (J) and lock
washers (K) previously removed (Step 4, page 6).
Tighten motor screws (J) securely.
Note: Make sure to completely secure each blade
arm (H) before proceeding to the next.
4.
5. Remove one motor plate screw (Q) from motor
plate located at bottom of motor assembly (E) and
loosen the other two motor plate screws (Q). Align
slotted holes in middle of fitter plate (T) with
loosened motor plate screws (Q), allowing male
plug from motor assembly (E) to come through hole
in middle of fitter plate (T). Twist fitter plate (T) to
lock in place. Re-insert motor plate screw (Q) that
was just removed, and then tighten all three motor
plate screws (Q) securely.
3. Noting the THIS SIDE UP label on blade (G), align
posts in blade plate (I) with holes on bottom of blade
(G). Then align holes in blade arm (H) with holes on
top of blade (G), and push up on blade plate (I) until
posts go through the holes in blade arm (H).
Partially insert three blade screws (AA) along with
three blade washers (DD) to secure the blade plate
(I) and blade arm (H) to the blade (G). Then, tighten
each blade screw (AA), starting with the one in the
middle. Repeat for remaining blades (G).
Blade Screw x 15
Hardware Used
AA
3
4
Motor
Plate
5
Male Plug
E
T
Q
3AA
G
H
I
J
K H
J
DD
E
F
Q

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FINAL INSTALLATION
6. Partially loosen two fitter plate screws (U) on the
posts on the underside of the fitter plate (T) and
remove the other fitter plate screw (U). Locate BLUE
(or BLACK) and WHITE wires in fitter plate (T) and
remove plastic that holds these wires together.
7. Connect male plug from motor assembly (E) to
female plug from fitter plate (T), matching up the
colors on the male plug with the colors on the
female plug for correct fit. Make sure plugs are
connected completely.
Connect WHITE wire from light kit fitter (L) to
WHITE wire from fitter plate (T). Connect BLACK
wire from light kit fitter (L) to BLUE or (BLACK) wire
from fitter plate (T). Make sure molex connections
snap together securely.
8. Align slotted holes in light kit fitter (L) with loosened
fitter plate screws (U) on fitter plate (T). Twist light
kit fitter (L) to lock in place. Re-insert the previously
removed fitter plate screw (U) and securely tighten
all fitter plate screws (U).
T
T
L
L
U
U
6
7
8
E
WHITE
BLUE
(or BLACK)
WHITE BLUE (or BLACK)
WHITE BLACK