Home Decorators Collection GAINSLEY AM655-GM User manual

USE AND CARE GUIDE
GAINSLEY 60 IN. CEILING FAN
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Item #1003 823 901
#1003 823 900
Model #AM655-GM
#AM655-MBK
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Operation ......................................................................
Wall Switch Operating Instructions ........................................
Reverse Switch Operating Instructions ..................................
Care and Cleaning .......................................................
Troubleshooting ...........................................................
Service Parts ................................................................
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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents ..........................................................
Safety Information .........................................................
Warranty .........................................................................
Pre-installation ..............................................................
Specifications ..........................................................................
Tools Required .........................................................................
Hardware Included ..................................................................
Package Contents ....................................................................
Installation .....................................................................
Assembly ........................................................................
Attaching the Fan Blades .........................................................
Hanging the Fan .....................................................................
Installing the Decorative Cover...............................................
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Safety Information
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not
bend the blade arms (also referred to as flanges), when
installing the brackets, balancing the blades or cleaning the
fan.
WARNING: Do not insert foreign objects between rotating
fan blades.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
personal injury, mount the fan to the outlet box marked
acceptable for fan support with the screws provided with the
outlet box.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, use only
the screws provided with the outlet box.
1. To reduce the risk of electric shock, ensure electricity has
been turned off at the circuit breaker or fuse box before
beginning.
2. All wiring must be in accordance with the National Electrical
Code “ANSI/NFPA 70-1999” and local electrical codes.
Electrical installation should be performed by a qualified
licensed electrician.
3. The outlet box and support structure must be securely
mounted and capable of reliably supporting a minimum of 35
lbs (15.9 kg) or less. Use only UL-listed outlet boxes marked
“FOR FAN SUPPORT.”
4. The fan must be mounted with a minimum of 7 ft. (2.1m)
clearance from the trailing edge of the blades to the floor.
5. Avoid placing objects in the path of the blades.
6. To avoid personal injury or damage to the fan and other
items, be cautious when working around or cleaning the fan.
7. Do not use water or detergents when cleaning the fan or fan
blades. A dry dust cloth or lightly dampened cloth will be
suitable for most cleaning.
8. After making electrical connections, spliced conductors
should be turned upward and pushed carefully up into the
outlet box. The wires should be spread apart with the
grounded conductor and the equipment-grounding conductor
on one side of the outlet box and ungrounded conductor on
the other side of the outlet box.
9. All setscrews must be checked and retightened where
necessary before installation.
10. Suitable for use with solid-state speed control (UC9020 only).

SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
TOOLS REQUIRED
TOOLS REQUIRED
Phillips
screwdriver
Electrical
tape
Wire
stripper
Flat blade
screwdriver
Step
ladder
Warranty
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Pre-InstallationPre-Installation
We warrant the fan motor to be free from defects in workmanship and material present at time of shipment from the factory for a period
of lifetime after the date of purchase by the original purchaser. We also warrant that all other fan parts, excluding any glass or acrylic
blades, to be free from defects in workmanship and material at the time of shipment from the factory for a period of two years after the
date of purchase by the original purchaser. We agree to correct such defects without charge or at our option replace with a comparable or
superior model if the product is returned. To obtain warranty service, you must present a copy of the receipt as proof of purchase. All
costs of removing and reinstalling the product are your responsibility. Damage to any part such as by accident, misuse, improper installa-
tion or by affixing any accessories, is not covered by this warranty. Because of varying climatic conditions this warranty does not cover
any changes in brass finish, including rusting, pitting, corroding, tarnishing or peeling. Brass finishes of this type give their longest useful
life when protected from varying weather conditions. A certain amount of “wobble” is normal and should not be considered a defect.
Servicing performed by unauthorized persons shall render the warranty invalid. There is no other express warranty. We hereby disclaim
any and all warranties, including but not limited to those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose to the extent permitted by
law. The duration of any implied warranty which cannot be disclaimed is limited to the time period as specified in the express warranty.
Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. The retailer shall
not be liable for incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in connection with product use or performance except as
may otherwise be accorded by law. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state. This warranty supersedes all prior warranties. Shipping costs for any return of product as part of a claim on the warranty
must be paid by the customer.
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60 in. 120
Fan size
Fan size
Watts
Watts
RPM
RPM
CFM
CFM
Speed
Speed
Volts
Volts
Amps
Amps
3.19 cu. ft.
N.W.
N.W.
G.W.
G.W.
C.F.
C.F.
0.32
0.60
0.71
17.52
59.01
82.98
38
72
89
2795
5247
6349
11.08 kg
(24.38 lbs.)
13.13 kg
(28.89 lbs.)
Low (Speed 4)
Medium (Speed 2)
High (Speed 1)

Pre-Installation (continued)
HARDWARE INCLUDED
HARDWARE INCLUDED
NOTE: Hardware shown to actual size unless noted
otherwise in the table below.
AA
BB
CC
DD
EE
FF
GG
HH
II
JJ
KK
Plastic wire nut
Canopy mounting screw with lock washer (preassembled)
Clevis pin (preassembled)
Cotter pin (preassembled)
Cross pin (preassembled)
Setscrew (preassembled)
Collar setscrew (preassembled)
Plastic wire nut
Wall plate screw (not to scale)
Wall switch screw (not to scale)
Mounting plate screw (preassembled)
Part
Part
Description
Description
3
4
1
1
1
1
2
4
2
2
3
Quantity
Quantity
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AA
BB
CC
DD
FF
EE
GG
HH
KK
II
JJ

PACKAGE CONTENTS
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Pre-Installation (continued)
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Part
Part
G
H
I
J
K
Description
Description
Blade
Mounting plate
Decorative cover
Wall plate
Wall switch
Quantity
Quantity
3
1
1
1
1
Part
Part
A
B
C
D
E
F
Quantity
Quantity
1
1
1
1
1
1
Description
Description
Mounting bracket (preassembled)
Canopy ring (preassembled)
Canopy
Hanger ball/downrod assembly
Coupling cover
Fan motor assembly
G
J K
A
B
C
D
E
F
H
I

To hang your fan where there is an existing fixture but no ceiling
joist, you may need an installation hanger bar (MM) (not included)
as shown above.
If your ceiling fan does not have an existing UL-listed mounting
box, then install one using the following instructions:
□Disconnect the power by removing the fuses or turning off
the circuit breakers.
□Secure the outlet box (LL) (not included) directly to the
building structure. Use appropriate fasteners and materials
(not included). The outlet box and its bracing must be able
to fully support the weight of the moving fan (at least 35
lbs.). Do not use a plastic outlet box.
The illustrations below show three different ways to mount the
outlet box (LL) (not included).
LL
LL
MM
LL
LL
A
Installation
MOUNTING OPTIONS
MOUNTING OPTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
personal injury, mount the fan to an outlet box marked
acceptable for fan support using the screws provided with the
outlet box. An outlet box commonly used for the support of
lighting fixtures may not be acceptable for fan support and
may need to be replaced. If in doubt, consult a qualified
electrician.
NOTE: You may need a longer downrod to maintain proper
blade clearance when installing on a steep, sloped ceiling.
The maximum angle allowable is 18° away from horizontal. If
the canopy (C) touches the hanger ball/downrod assembly
(D), turn the canopy (C) 180° before attaching the canopy (C)
to the mounting bracket (A).
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Assembly — Attaching the Fan Blades
Attaching the blades to the motor
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WARNING: Failure to lock the spring locking mechanism
(PP) in motor housing (F), could result in the blade (G)
becoming loose and possibly falling, may cause serious
injury.
□Insert one blade (G) into slots on side of motor
housing (F). Push blade (G) down to secure the
hooked shape (NN) end of blade over padded
supports (OO) located inside of motor housing (F).
□Once blade is secure, lock the blade in place with
spring locking mechanism (PP) on top of motor
housing (F).
□Repeat this process to attach the other blades.
□Make sure the spring locking mechanism (PP) is
sideward and carefully push the blade (G) up to
detach from the motor housing (F).
To install the blade to the motor housing:
To detach the blade from the motor housing:
F
OO
GPP
NN

2Preparing the canopy 3Preparing the motor
□Remove the canopy ring (B) from the canopy (C).
□Remove the two non-slotted canopy mounting screw
with lock washer (BB) from the canopy (C), and loosen
the slotted canopy mounting screw with lock washer
(BB) on the canopy (C).
□Remove the canopy (C) from the mounting bracket (A)
by turning the canopy (C) counterclockwise.
4Assembling the fan
A
BB
BB
C
B
□Remove the cotter pin (DD) and clevis pin (CC), and
loosen the two collar setscrews (GG) from the motor
collar.
□Take out the setscrew (FF) located in the hanger ball
(QQ), lower the hanger ball and remove the cross pin
(EE). Remove the hanger ball (QQ) from the hanger
ball/downrod assembly (D).
□Remove the ground lead (RR) from the downrod
assembly (D).
□Carefully feed the motor wires up through the
downrod (SS). Thread the downrod (SS) into the
collar.
□Align the holes and replace the clevis pin (CC) and
cotter pin (DD). Tighten the two collar setscrews (GG).
□Slip coupling cover (E), canopy ring (B), and canopy
(C) onto the downrod (SS).
□Carefully reinstall the hanger ball (QQ) onto the
downrod (SS) and reinstall the ground lead (RR) onto
the downrod (SS), being sure that the cross pin (EE) is
in the correct position, the setscrew (FF) is tightened
and wires are not twisted.
WARNING: Failure to properly install the cotter pin (DD)
could result in the fan loosening and possibly falling.
NOTE: If a longer downrod (not included) is needed, take
out the screw located in the hanger ball (QQ), lower the
hanger ball (QQ) and remove the cross pin (EE). Remove all
three pieces from the downrod and assemble them onto the
new longer downrod before proceeding to the downrod
installation.
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F
E
C
GG
GG
CC
DD
FF
EE
RR
SS
QQ
DD
CC
GG GG
FF
D
EE
QQ
RR

5Installing the mounting bracket
to the electrical box
Hanging the fan to the mounting
bracket
□Carefully lift the fan motor assembly (F) up to the
mounting bracket (A) and seat the hanger
ball/downrod assembly (D) in the mounting bracket
(A) socket. Make sure the tab on the mounting
bracket (A) socket is properly seated in the groove in
the hanger ball/downrod assembly (D). This will help
to balance the ceiling fan.
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Assembly — Hanging the Fan
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
other personal injury, mount the fan only to an outlet box or
supporting system marked acceptable for fan support and
use the mounting screws provided with the outlet box.
WARNING: The tab in the ring must rest in the groove of
the hanger ball/downrod assembly (D). Failure to properly
seat the tab in the groove could cause damage to the wiring.
A
LL
□Pass the 120-volt supply wires through the center
hole in the mounting bracket (A).
□Attach the mounting bracket (A) on the outlet box (LL)
by sliding the mounting bracket (A) over the screws
provided with the outlet box (LL). Note that the flat
side of the mounting bracket (A) is toward the outlet
box (LL).
□Securely tighten the two mounting screws.
A
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D
F

Assembly — Hanging the Fan (continued)
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7Making the electrical connections
If you feel you do not have enough electrical wiring knowledge or experience, have your fan installed by a licensed electrician.
□Disconnect the power and remove the existing wall plate and switch from the wall outlet box (TT).
□Set the knob on the wall switch (K) to the 0 position.
□Make wire connections as follows using the wire nuts (AA).
a. Connecting the wires from the fan to the wires from the ceiling outlet box (LL).
1. Connect the black wire from the ceiling outlet box toe the black wire form the ceiling fan.
2. Connect the white wire from the ceiling outlet box to the white wire from the ceiling fan.
3. Connect the green wires from the bracket and down rod to the ground conductor wire on the ceiling box.
b. Connecting the wires from the switch to the wires from the wall outlet box (TT).
□Make wire connections as follows using the wire nuts (HH).
1. Connect the black wire form the switch to the black wire form the wall outlet box that feeds up to the fan.
2. Connect the black wire from the switch to the black LINE VOLTAGE wire from the outlet box that feeds back to
the main fuse box.
3. Connect the yellow / green striped wire form the switch to the ground terminal on the wall outlet box.
WARNING: To avoid possible electrical shock, be sure electricity is turned off at the main fuse box before wiring.
WARNING: Incorrectly connecting the black wires will cause the fan to not work and may damage the switch.
LL
Green
White
White
Ground
conductor
Black
Black
AA
HH
K
TT
Line Voltage
(Black wire from main fuse box)
Ground
Black
Black
Black
Yellow/green
White
(Neutral)

Assembly — Hanging the Fan (continued)
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8Installing the wall switch
□Carefully tuck the wire connections inside the
junction box (TT). Secure the wall switch (K) with the
two wall switch screws (II) provided.
□Attach the wall plate (J) over the wall switch (K) and
secure with the two wall plate screws (JJ) provided.
WARNING: Hook up in "series only". Do not connect the
hot and neutral wires of the electric circuit to the wall switch
- damage to the switch and possible fire could occur.
WARNING: Remember to shut the power off at the circuit
breaker or fuse box.
K
II
JJ
TT
J

Assembly — Hanging the Fan (continued)
9Installing the canopy
WARNING: The locking slots of the canopy (C) are provided
only as an aid to mounting. Do not leave the fan assembly
unattended until all four canopy mounting screw with lock
washer (BB) are engaged and firmly tightened.
WARNING: Make sure the tab on the mounting bracket (A)
properly sits in the groove in the hanger ball/downrod
assembly (D) before attaching the canopy (C) to the mounting
bracket (A) by turning the canopy (C) until it drops into place.
□Slide the canopy (C) up to the ceiling. Make sure you
have placed the wires safely into the outlet box (LL).
□ Secure the canopy (C) to the mounting bracket (A)
with the four canopy mounting screw with lock
washer (BB) included with your fan.
□ Slide the canopy ring (B) over the canopy (C) and
tighten by turning the ring (B).
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LL
A
BB
B
C

10 Attaching the mounting
plate to the mounting ring 11 Attaching the decorative cover to the mounting plate
Assembly — Installing the Decorative Cover
□The fan motor assembly (F) is shipped with motor
support plate (UU) to prevent movement during
transportation. Remove the motor support plate (UU).
□Remove one of the three mounting plate screws (KK)
from the mounting ring (VV) and loosen the other two
screws. (Do not remove.)
□Place the key holes in the mounting plate (H) over the
two screws (KK) previously loosened from the
mounting ring (VV). Turn the mounting plate (H) until
the mounting plate (H) locks in place at the narrow
section of the key holes.
□Securely tighten the two mounting plate screws (KK)
previously loosened and the one (KK) previously
removed.
□Raise decorative cover (I) up against the mounting
plate (H), and secure it to fan by turning decorative
cover (I) clockwise until snug. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
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I
H
F
CAUTION: Before starting installation, disconnect the
power by turning off the circuit breaker or removing the fuse
at the fuse box. Turning power off using the fan switch is not
sufficient to prevent electric shock.
H
KK
F
UU
VV

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Operation
WALL SWITCH OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WALL SWITCH OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Restore power to the ceiling fan, and test for proper operation.
The fan 4-speed control is used to set the fan speeds as follows:
0= Turns the fan off
1= High Speed
2= Medium High Speed
3= Medium Speed
4= Low Speed
NOTE: Wait for the fan to stop before reversing the direction
of the blade rotation.
REVERSE SWITCH OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
REVERSE SWITCH OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The reverse switch is located on the top of the fan housing. Slide
the switch to the left for warm weather operation. Slide the switch
to the right for cool weather operation.
Warm weather - (Counterclockwise Direction) A downward air flow
creates a cooling effect. This allows you to set your air conditioner
on a warmer setting without affecting your comfort.
Cool weather - (Clockwise Direction) An upward air flow moves
warm air off the ceiling. This allows you to set your heating unit on
a cooler setting without affecting your comfort.

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Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting
□Check the support connections, brackets, and blade
attachments twice a year. Make sure they are secure.
Because of the fan’s natural movement, some
connections may become loose over time. It is not
necessary to remove the fan from the ceiling.
□Clean your fan periodically. Use only a soft brush or
lint-free cloth to avoid scratching the finish. The plating is
sealed with a lacquer to minimize discoloration or
tarnishing.
□(Optional) Apply a light coat of furniture polish to the wood
blades.
□(Optional) Cover small scratches with a light application of
shoe polish.
Do
Do
□Use water when cleaning. Water could damage the motor,
or the wood, or possibly cause an electrical shock.
□Apply oil to your fan or motor. The motor has
permanently-lubricated sealed ball bearings.
Do not
Do not
Problem
Problem
Solution
Solution
□Check the main and branch circuit fuses or breakers.
□Check the line wire connections to the fan and switch wire connections in the switch housing.
□Make sure all motor housing screws are snug.
□Make sure the screws that attach the fan blade arm to the motor hub are tight.
□Make sure wire nut connections are not rattling against each other or the interior wall of the switch
housing.
□Allow a 24-hour "breaking-in" period. Most noises associated with a new fan disappear during this
time.
□Make sure there is a short distance from the ceiling to the canopy. It should not touch the ceiling.
□Make sure your ceiling box is secure and rubber isolator pads are used between the mounting bracket
and outlet box.
The fan will not start.
The fan sounds noisy.
WARNING: Make sure the power is off at the electrical
panel box before you attempt any repairs. Refer to the section
“Making the electrical connections” on page 11.

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Troubleshooting (continued)
Problem
Problem
Solution
Solution
The fan wobbles.
□Verify that all blades and blade bracket screws are secure (most fan wobble problems are caused by
loose parts). Once the fan is properly installed, run the ceiling fan for 10 minutes to let the fan
self-adjust.
If wobble occurs after running the fan for 10 minutes, verify blade level using the following process:
- Select a point on the ceiling above the tip of one of the blades, then select any fan blade and
measure from the center of the selected blade to the point on the ceiling. Rotate the fan until the next
blade is positioned and repeat the measurement using the same point from the ceiling for every blade.
Measurement deviations should be within 1/8 in..
- If all deviations are less than 1/8 in. and the fan continues to wobble, please call Customer Service
(1-800-986-3460) to order a complimentary Blade Balancing Kit.
- If deviation is greater than 1/8 in. , please call Customer Service (1-800-986-3460) to order
complimentary replacements of your brackets.

Part
Part
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
Description
Description
Mounting bracket (preassembled)
Canopy ring (preassembled)
Canopy
Hanger ball/downrod assembly
Coupling cover
Fan motor assembly
Blade
Mounting plate
Decorative cover
Wall plate
Wall switch
Part
Part
AA
BB
CC
DD
EE
FF
GG
HH
II
JJ
KK
Description
Description
Plastic wire nut
Canopy mounting screw with lock washer (preassembled)
Clevis pin (preassembled)
Cotter pin (preassembled)
Cross pin (preassembled)
Setscrew (preassembled)
Collar setscrew (preassembled)
Plastic wire nut
Wall plate screw
Wall switch screw
Mounting plate screw (preassembled)
Service Parts
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I
J
K
D
E
F
G
AA
BB
CC
DD
EE
JJ
HH
FF
GG
II
KK
B
C

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call Home Decorators Collection Customer Service
8 a.m. - 7 p.m., EST, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., EST Saturday
1-800-986-3460
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