Honeywell BIRNHAM User manual

BIRNHAM 52” CEILING FAN
MODEL #50191,50192
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WELCOME
PREPARATION
Before beginning the assembly of this product, ensure
that all parts are present. Compare all parts with the
package contents list and hardware contents list. If
any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to
assemble the product.
After opening the top of the carton, remove the
mounting hardware package from the foam inserts,
then remove the motor from the packaging and
place it on a soft surface, such as a carpet, to avoid
damage to the nish.
Estimated Assembly Time: Under 60 minutes
Tools Required for Assembly (not included): Electrical
Tape, Phillips Screwdriver, Pliers, Safety Glasses,
Step Ladder, and Wire Strippers
Helpful Tools (not included): AC Tester Light, Tape
Measure, Wiring Handbook, and Wire Cutters
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
At least twice each year, lower the canopy to check
the downrod assembly, and then tighten all screws
on the fan. Clean the motor housing with only a soft
brush or lint-free cloth to avoid scratching the nish.
Clean the blades with a lint-free cloth. You may
occasionally apply a light coat of furniture polish to
wood blades for added protection.
Important: Shut off the main power supply before you
begin any maintenance tasks. Do not use water or a
damp cloth to clean the ceiling fan.
FAN WEIGHT
The net weight of this fan is: 18.7 lbs. (8,48 kg).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Care and Maintenance ........................2
Package Contents ...........................3
Safety Information ...........................4
Mounting Options ............................5
Mounting Bracket Installation ...................6
Standard or Angle Mounting Instructions . . . . . . . . . .7
Closemount Instructions......................10
Wiring ....................................11
Canopy Installation..........................12
Blade Installation ...........................13
Light Kit Installation .........................14
Operating Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Replacement Parts List ......................17
Troubleshooting ............................18
Limited Lifetime Warranty.....................19

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Unpack your fan and check the contents. You should
have the following items:
1. Motor Housing
2. Light Kit Fitter
3. Blade Arm (5)
4. Canopy
5. Mounting Bracket
6. Canopy Cover
7. Optional Cap
8. Downrod Assembly
9. Blade (5)
10. Yoke Cover
11. Glass Shade (4)
12. Bulb (4)
13. Loose parts bags containing (not shown): Mounting
hardware, blade attachment hardware, electrical
hardware, pull chains, wire connectors, etc.
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2
6
3
7
4
9
8
5
10
12
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate, or install the product.
• Before you begin installing the fan, disconnect the power by removing fuses or turning off the
circuit breakers.
• Make sure that all electrical connections comply with local codes, ordinances, the National Electrical
Code, and ANSI/NFPA 70-199. Hire a qualied 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. (2,14 m) from the
blades to the oor and at least 30 in. from the end of the blades to any obstruction.
DANGER
WARNING
WARNING
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.
To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not
use the fan with any solid-state speed-control
device or control the fan speed with a full-range
dimmer switch.
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or personal
injury, mount the fan to an outlet box marked
“ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT” and use the
mounting screws provided with the outlet box. Most
outlet boxes commonly used for the support of
lighting xtures are not acceptable for fan support
and may need to be replaced. Consult a qualied
electrician if in doubt. 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. (15,88 kg).
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WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of re, electric 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.
Read all instructions and safety information
before installing your new fan. Review the
accompanying assembly diagrams.
Carefully check all screws, bolts, and nuts on
the fan motor housing to ensure that they are
secured.
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MOUNTING OPTIONS
DANGER
Turn off the circuit breakers and the wall
switch to the fan supply line leads. Failure to
disconnect the power supply prior to installation
may result in serious injury or death.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
1. Your fan has 3 mounting options:
• Standard (Fig. 1)
• Angled (Fig. 2)
• Closemount (Fig. 3)
Note: The fans in gures 1 through 3 are not the actual
fan in your package, they are representation of the
3 different mounting options.
Important: If using the angle mount, check to ensure
the ceiling angle is not steeper than 16°.
Helpful Hint: Standard mounting is best suited for
ceilings 8 ft. or higher. For taller ceilings you may
want to use a longer downrod (sold separately).
Angled mounting is best suited for angled or vaulted
ceilings. A longer downrod is sometimes necessary
to ensure proper blade clearance. Closemount-style
mounting is more suitable for ceilings lower than 8
ft. (2,44 m) high.
2. Ensure that the blades of the fan are 30 in. (76 cm)
from any obstruction.
3. Check the downrod length to ensure the blades will
be at least 7 ft. (2,14 m) above your oor.
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Fig. 5
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MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALLATION
Fig. 4
Mounting Bracket
Screws
Mounting
Bracket
Canopy
Washer
4. Loosen all four mounting bracket screws. Remove
the two canopy screws and washers from the round
holes of canopy. Set aside for later use. Detach
mounting bracket from canopy (Fig. 4).
5. Secure the mounting bracket to the outlet box using
screws and washers provided with the outlet box
(not included) (Fig. 5).
Note: It is very important that you use proper hardware
when installing the mounting bracket as it supports
the fan.
Important: If using the angle mount, ensure that the
open end of the mounting bracket is installed facing
the peak of the ceiling.
Mounting
Bracket Screw
Washer

Fig. 8
Downrod
Canopy
Yoke
Cover
Motor
Housing
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STANDARD OR ANGLE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Downrod
Clip
Downrod
Pin
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Set Screws
Downrod Pin
Downrod Clip
6. Partially loosen the two set screws in the yoke at
the top of the motor housing (Fig. 6).
7. Remove the downrod pin and downrod clip from
the downrod (Fig. 7).
8. Thread the wires from the motor housing through
the yoke cover, canopy and out through the top of
the downrod (Fig. 8).

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STANDARD OR ANGLE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
9. Slide the downrod into the yoke of the motor
housing, align the holes, and re-install the downrod
pin and downrod clip. Then re-tighten the two set
screws (Fig. 9).
10. Depending on the length of downrod you use, you
may need to cut the lead wires back to simplify the
wiring. If you decide to cut back the lead wires,
it is suggested that you do so in the following
manner: Take the lead wires and make sure that
you have pulled them all the way through the top
of the downrod and measure 8 in. of lead wire, and
then cut the excess wire off with wire cutters (not
included) (Fig. 10).
11. If you cut back the lead wire in Step 10, strip 1/2 in.
of insulation from the end of each wire. Twist the
stripped ends of each strand of wire clockwise with
pliers (not included) (Fig. 11).
Note: If you did not cut back the lead wires in Step 10,
Step 11 is not necessary and you may proceed to
Step 12 instead.
Downrod
Downrod
Pin
Set Screw
Downrod
Clip
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Cut Wires
Stripped
Wires
Downrod Pin
Downrod Clip

Mounting
Bracket
Downrod
Ball
Tab
Slot
Fig. 12
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STANDARD OR ANGLE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
12. Install the downrod ball into the mounting bracket
opening. Rotate the fan and/or downrod until the
slot in the downrod ball engages the tab in the
mounting bracket. The rod should not rotate if
installed correctly (Fig. 12).

Closemount
Screws
Spring
Washer
Fig. 14
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CLOSEMOUNT INSTRUCTIONS
13. Remove the canopy cover from the bottom of the
canopy (Fig. 13).
Helpful Hint: Closemount-style mounting is more
suitable for ceilings lower than 8 ft. (2,44 m) high.
The downrod and canopy cover are not used in this
type of installation.
15. Raise the fan and place the canopy on the hook
located on the mounting bracket for wiring (Fig. 15).
Canopy
Canopy
Hook
Canopy
Cover
Fig. 13
Fig. 15
Closemount Screw Spring Washer
14. Align the canopy with the closemount screw holes
in the top of the motor housing. Secure the canopy
to the top of the motor housing by installing three
closemount screws and spring washers (Fig. 14).