Kichler Lighting VASSAR User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
52" VASSARTM LED
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES......................................................... 4
5
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6
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10
11
13
14
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TOOLS REQUIRED....................................................
PACKAGE CONTENTS .............................................
MOUNTING OPTIONS ...............................................
INSTALLATION OF S AFETY SUPPORT...................
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ..................................
FINISHING THE INSTALLATION................................
ATTACHING THE FAN BLADES ................................
HANGING THE FAN ..................................................
INSTALLING THE LIGHT PLATE...............................
INSTALLING THE LED LIGHT KIT
AND GLASS SHADE..................................................15
16
16
17
18
19
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES ...................................
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ....................................
INSTALLING THE WALL CONTROL
SYSTEM WALL PLATE .............................................
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ...................................
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................
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SPECIFICATIONS......................................................
FCC.............................................................................

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SAFETY RULES
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 and local
electrical codes. Electrical installation should be performed by a qualified
licensed electrician.
3. WARNING: Not suitable for use with solid-state speed controls.
4. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, mount
to outlet box marked "acceptable for fan support of 15.8 kg (35 lbs.) or less"
and use mounting screws provided with the outlet box. Most outlet boxes
commonly used for the support of light fixtures are not acceptable for fan
support and may need to be replaced. Due to the complexity of the installation
of this fan, a qualified licensed electrician is strongly recommended.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
PERSONAL INJURY, MOUNT FAN TO OUTLET BOX MARKED "ACCEPTABLE
FOR FAN SUPPORT".
5. The outlet box and support structure must be securely mounted and capable of
reliably supporting a minimum of 50 pounds. Use only CUL Listed outlet boxes
marked "FOR FAN SUPPORT".
6. The fan must be mounted with a minimum of 7 feet clearance from the trailing
edge of the blades to the floor.
7. Do not operate reversing switch while fan blades are in motion. Fan must be
turned off and blades stopped before reversing blade direction.
8. Avoid placing objects in the path of the blades.
9. To avoid personal injury or damage to the fan and other items, be cautious
when working around or cleaning the fan.
10. 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.
11. After marking electrical connections, spliced conductors should be turned
upward and pushed carefully up into outlet box. The wires should be spread
apart with the grounded conductor and the equipment-grounding conductor on
one side of the outlet box.
12. Electrical diagrams are reference only. Light kits that are not packed with
the fan must be CUL Listed and marked suitable for use with the model fan you
are installing. Switches must be CUL General Use Switches. Refer to the
Instructions packaged with the light kits and switches for proper assembly.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, DO
NOT BEND THE BLADE BRACKETS (ALSO REFERRED TO AS
FLANGES) DURING ASSEMBLY OR AFTER INSTALLATION. DO
NOT INSERT OBJECTS IN THE PATH OF THE BLADES.
Special Notice: This appliance is equipped with a "Wattage Limiting
Device" required by the United States Department of Energy. The device
has been installed at the factory and can not be removed.
Installing Lamps in excess of 190 total watts will disable the unit's light
fixture. If this should happen, you will need to reset the lighting fixture by
turning the power off to the ceiling fan and/or light fixture, reinstalling lamps
totaling less that 190 watts and then turning the power back on.

TOOLS REQUIRED
Philips screw driver
Blade screw driver
11 mm wrench
Step ladder
Wire cutters
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Unpack your fan and check the
contents. You should have the
following items:
a. Fan blades (3)
b. Canopy & Ceiling mounting
bracket
c. Ball/downrod assembly
d. Coupling cover
e. Fan motor assembly
1)
2)
3)
4)
Light plate
17W LED light kit
Glass shade
Decorative bottom cover
Receiver
Wall Transmitter
Part bag contents
Mounting hardware:
wood screws (2), flat washers (2),
star washers (2), wire nuts (3),
screws (2)
Blade attachment hardware:
screws (11), fiber washers (11)
Safety cable hardware:
wood screw, spring washer,
flat washer
Balance Kit
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MOUNTING OPTIONS
If there isn't an existing UL (cUL for Canadian Installation) listed
mounting box, then read the following instructions. Disconnect the
power by removing fuses or turning o circuit breakers.
Secure the outlet box directly to the building structure. Use
appropriate fasteners and building materials. The outlet box and its
support must be able to fully support the moving weight of the fan
(at least 50 lbs). Do not use plastic outlet boxes.
Figures 1, 2 and 3 are examples of different ways to mount the
outlet box.
NOTE: If you are installing the ceiling fan on a sloped (vaulted)
ceiling, you may need a longer downrod to maintain proper
clearance between the tip of the blade and the ceiling. A minimum
clearance of 12" is suggested for optimal operation.
NOTE: Depending on the location you have selected for installation,
you may need to purchase and install a "Joist Hanger" for the
support of the outlet box. Make sure the joist hanger you purchase
has been designed for use with ceiling fans. (Fig. 4)
Fig. 1
Outlet box
Outlet box
Fig. 2
Provide strong
support
Recessed
outlet box Ceiling
mounting
plate
Fig. 3
ANGLED CEILING
MAXIMUM 30° ANGLE
Outlet box
Fig. 4

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HANGING THE FAN
REMEMBER to turn o the power before you begin.
To properly install your ceiling fan, follow the steps below.
Step 1. Remove the decorative canopy bottom cover from the canopy
by turning the cover counter clockwise. (Fig. 5)
Step 2. Remove the ceiling mounting bracket from the canopy by
removing (and save one of the two screws. Loosen the remaining screw
by a half turn. (Fig. 5)
Step 3. Pass the 120 volt supply wires from the ceiling outlet box
through the center of the ceiling mounting bracket. (Fig. 6)
Step 4. Attach the ceiling mounting bracket to the outlet box using the
screws and washers included with the outlet box. (Fig.6)
Fig. 5
Hanger bracket
Ceiling
canopy
Canopy
cover
Ceiling
mounting
bracket
Mounting screws
(supplied with
electrical box)
Fig. 6
CUL Listed
electrial
box
120V Wires
Washers
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Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Downrod
Cross pin
Hanger
ball Set screw
HANGING THE FAN(continued)
Step 5. Remove the hanger ball from the downrod assembly by
loosening the set screw, unscrewing and removing removing the cross
pin and unscrewing the ball off the rod. (Fig. 7)
Step 6. Loosen the two set screws and remove the hitch pin and
retaining clip from the coupling on top of the motor assembly. (Fig. 8)
Step 7. Carefully feed the electrical lead wires from the fan up
through the downrod. Thread the downrod into the coupling until the
Hitch pin holes are aligned.
Next, replace the hitch pin and retaining clip. Tighten both set screws.
(Fig. 8)
Supply wires
Downrod
Hitch pin
Retaining clip Set screws
Set screws

Fig. 9
Fig. 10
HANGING THE FAN(continued)
Step 8. Slip the coupling cover , canopy cover and canopy onto the
downrod. (Fig. 9)
Thread the hanger ball onto the downrod, insert the cross pin through
the downrod and tighten. Now tighten the set screw. (Fig. 9)
Step 9. Lift the motor assembly into position and place the hanger ball
into the ceiling mounting bracket.
Rotate the entire assembly until the "Check Tab" has dropped into the
"Registration Slot" and seats firmly. (Fig. 10)
The entire motor assembly should not rotate (left or right) when seated
properly.
WARNING: Failure to reattach the cross pin and seat the "Check Tab"
can cause the fan to fall from the ceiling during operation. Take special
care to make sure this pin is reattached.
Registration slot
Downrod
Canopy
Canopy cover
Set screws
Hitch pin Retaining clip
Coupling cover
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NOTE: Although the safety support cable is required for Canadian
installations only. It's a good idea to make the attachment with any
installation.
INSTALLATION OF SAFETY SUPPORT
(required for Canadian installation ONLY)
A safety support cable is provided to help prevent the ceiling fan from
falling. Please install it as follows:
Step 1. Attach the provided wood screw and washers to the ceiling joist
next to the mounting bracket but do not tighten. (Fig. 11)
Step 2. Adjust the length of the safety cable to reach the screw and
washers by pulling the extra cable through the cable clamp until the
overall length is correct, put the end of the cable back through the cable
clamp, forming a loop at the end of the cable. Tighten the cable clamp
securely. Now, put the loop in the end of the safety cable over the wood
screw and under the washer. Tighten the wood screw securely.
Fig. 11
Ceiling mounting bracket
Attach
safety cable
to ceiling joist
with screw and
washer
Safety support cable

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING: To avoid possible electrical shock, be sure you have turned
o the power at the main circuit panel.
Follow the steps below to connect the fan to your household wiring.
Use the wire connecting nuts suppled with your fan. Secure the
connectors with electrical tape. Make sure there are no loose wire
strands or connections.
NOTE: The CoolTouch™ Control System is equipped with 16 possible
frequency combinations to prevent interference from or with other
remote control units. The frequency switches on your receiver and
transmitter have been preset at the factory. Please recheck to make
sure the switches on transmitter and receiver are set to the same
position, any combination of settings will operate the fan as long as the
transmitter and receiver are set to the same position. (Fig. 12)
Step 1. Insert the receiver into the ceiling mounting bracket with the
flat side of the receiver facing the ceiling. (Fig. 13) For best
performance, make sure the Black Antenna, on the end of the
receiver, remains extended and not tangled with any of the electrical
wires.
Receiver
Hanger
bracket
Code switch
HI
MED
LOW
FAN OFF
LIGHT
ON ECE
1234
ON ECE
1234
ON
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
(continued)
Step 2. Motor to Receiver Electrical Connections: (Fig. 14) Connect
the black wire from the fan to the black wire marked "TO MOTOR L"
on the receiver. Connect the white wire from the fan to the white wire
marked "TO MOTOR N" on the receiver. Connect the blue wire from
the fan to the blue wire marked "FOR LIGHT" on the receiver. Secure
all the wire connections with the plastic wire nuts provided.
Step 3. (Fig. 14) Receiver to House Supply Wires Electrical
Connections: Connect the black (hot) wire from the ceiling to the black
wire marked "AC in L" from the receiver. Connect the white(neutral)
wire from the ceiling to the white wire marked "AC in N" from the
Receiver. Secure the wire connections with the plastic wire nuts
provided.
Step 4. (Fig. 14) If your outlet box has a ground wire (green or bare
copper) connect it to the fan ground wires; otherwise connect the
hanging bracket ground wire to the mounting bracket. Secure the wire
connection with a plastic nut provided. After connecting the wires,
spread them apart so that the green and white wires are on one side
of the outlet box and black and blue wires are on the other side.
Carefully tuck the wire connections up into the outlet box.
Note: Fan must be installed at a maximum distance of 30 feet from the
CoolTouch™Remote Transmitter for optimal signal transmission
between the transmitter and the fan's receiving unit.
Fig. 14
White (neutral)
Green or bare
copper (ground)
White ("AC IN N")
Outlet box
Black (hot)
Black ("AC IN L")
Receiver
White (neutral)
White ("to motor N")
Ground
(green) (Connect to
ground wire on
hanger bracket
if no house
ground wire
exists.)
Black ("to motor L")
Blue (for light)
Blue (for light)
Black (motor)

FINISHING THE INSTALLATION
Step 1. Tuck all the connections neatly into the ceiling outlet box.
Step 2. Slide the canopy up to the mounting bracket and place one of
the key hole slots over the mounting screw on the mounting bracket.
Rotate the canopy until the screw head locks in place at the narrow
section of the key hole. See figure 15.
Step 3. Align the remaining circular hole on the canopy with the
remaining hole on the Ceiling Mounting Bracket. Insert and tighten the
mounting screw you removed earlier and the mounting screw from
Step 2 above. Now, attach the canopy cover to the mounting screw
heads by inserting the screw heads into the bottom side of the canopy
cover and rotating the cover clockwise.
NOTE: Adjust the canopy screws as necessary until the canopy and
canopy cover are snug. (Fig. 15)
WARNING: Make sure the "Check Tab" at the bottom of the hanger
bracket is properly seated in the "Registration Slot" on the side of the
hanger ball before attaching the canopy to the bracket. Failure to
properly seat the "Check Tab" could damage the electrical wires when
to ceiling fan blade direction is changed while the fan is running.
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Fig. 15
Outlet box
Ceiling
mounting
bracket
Canopy
Canopy cover
Screws
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Fig. 16
ATTACHING THE FAN BLADES
Step 1. Insert the blade through the blade slot in the motor housing.
Align the holes in blade and blade bracket, making sure the holes
are also aligned and secure with the screws, fiber washers and
blade support plates provided. Repeat process with other blades.
(Fig. 16)
INSTALLING THE LIGHT PLATE
Step 1. Loosen the two screws on the mounting ring attached to
the motor shaft and "remove" and save the third screw. (Fig. 17)
Step 2. Place the key hole slots on the light plate over the two
screws previously loosened on the mounting ring.
Turn the light plate until is locks in place at the narrow section of
the key hole slots.
Tighten both key hole screws and replace the third screw
previously removed and tighten securely.
Fig. 17
Light plate
Mounting ring
Screws
Blades
Screws
Fiber washers

Fig. 18
Fig. 19
INSTALLING THE LED LIGHT KIT
AND GLASS SHADE
NOTE: Before starting installation, disconnect the power by turning
off the circuit breaker or removing the fuse at fuse box.
Step 1. Loosen the three mounting screws on the inside of the LED
light kit. (Fig.18)
Step 2. While holding the LED light kit under the fan motor, make the
wire connections: (Fig. 18)
- Red to white
- Black to black
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Screws
Wire connectors
LED light kit
Light plate
Glass shade
Decorative
bottom cover
NOTE: If you do not plan to install the LED light kit with your fan at
this time, don’t make the wire connections. Raise the decorative
bottom cover against the LED light kit and turn clockwise until snug,
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. (Fig. 19)
Step 3. Tuck the connections neatly into the light plate. Place the
key holes on the LED light kit over the 2 screws previously
loosened from the light plate, turn the LED light kit until it locks in
place at the narrow section of the key holes. Secure by tightening
all three screws. (Fig.18)
Step 4. Raise the glass shade against the light kit and turn
clockwise until snug, DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. (Fig. 18)

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Fig. 20
Fig. 21
HI Button
MED Button
LOW Button
= High Speed
= Medium Speed
= Low Speed
FAN OFF Button = Motor Off
Light Button = the "LIGHT" button turns the light ON or OFF
and also controls the brightness setting. (Fig. 21)
Press and hold either button to set the desired brightness level. The next time you
turn the light on, the system will remember this setting.
Press and release either button to turn the light ON or OFF.
This control system is NOT designed to "Reverse" the rotation of the blades. To set
the fan blades in reverse, the reverse slide switch is located on the top of the motor
housing (Fig. 22).
Do not operate reversing switch while fan blades are in motion. Fan must be turned
off and blades stopped before reversing blade direction.
HI
MED
LOW
FAN OFF
ON ECE
1234
LIGHT
U/L
D/L
23AE 12V
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
Remove the face plate of the Wall Switch by lifting at the top
and then insert the supplied 12V battery. Duracell MN21/
Eveready A23/GP 23A all 12V (Fig. 20).
Replace the switch face plate.
To prevent possible damage to the transmitter, remove these
batteries if not used for long periods of time (months).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Fig. 22
Slide switch

Fig. 23
Fig. 24
INSTALLING THE BASIC FUNCTION
WALL CONTROL SYSTEM WALL
PLATE
Select a location to install the Basic Function Wall Control System
Transmitter and Wall Plate.
Install the wall plate using an existing wall switch outlet box. Make
sure the electrical power is TURNED OFF at the main panel before
continuing.
Step 1. Remove the existing wall plate and the old switch from the
wall outlet box. Wire nut the BLACK leads (hot) together and push
back inside the outlet box. (Fig. 23)
Step 2. Install the wall plate on the existing wall outlet box using the
screws provided. (Fig. 24)
After installing the wall anchors, attach the wall plate with the
mounting screws to finish the installation.
Wall plate
Switch
Outlet box
Screws
Outlet box
Screws
Wall plate
Switch
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Fig. 25
Fig. 26
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: This control system is NOT designed to "Reverse" the rotation of
the blades. To set the fan blades in reverse, the reverse slide switch is
located on the top of the motor housing.
Do not operate reversing switch while fan blades are in motion. Fan
must be turned off and blades stopped before reversing blade direction.
Warm weather - Forward (counter clockwise) A downward airflow
creates a cooling effect as shown in Fig. 25. This allows you to set your
air conditioner on a warmer setting without affecting your comfort.
Cool weather - Reverse (clockwise) An upward airflow moves warm
air off the ceiling area as shown in Fig. 26. This allows you to set
your heating unit on a cooler setting without affecting your comfort.

Problem
Fan will not start.
Fan sounds noisy.
Fan wobble.
Remote control
malfunction.
Solution
1. Check circuit fuses or breakers.
2. Check all electrical connections to insure proper contact.
CAUTION: Make sure the main power is OFF when checking any electrical connection.
3. Make sure transmitter batteries are installed properly, and ensure the batteries have a good charge.
1. Make sure all motor housing screws are snug.
2. Make sure the screws that attach the fan blade brackets to the motor are tight.
3. Make sure wire nut connections are not rubbing against each other or the interior wall of the switch housing.
CAUTION: Make sure main power is off.
4. Allow a 24-hour "breaking-in" period. Most noise associated with a new fan disappear during this time.
5. If using an optional light kit, make sure the screws securing the glassware are tight. Make sure the light bulbs are not touching
any other component.
6. Do not connect this fan to wall mounted variable speed control(s). they are not compatible with ceiling fan motors or
remote controls.
7. Make sure the upper canopy is a short distance from the ceiling. It should not touch the ceiling.
1. Check that all blade and blade arm screws are secure.
2. Most fan wobbling problems are caused when blade levels are unequal. Check this level by selecting a point on the
ceiling above the tip of one of the blades. Measure this distance. Rotate the fan until the next blade is positioned for
measurement. Repeat for each blade. The distance deviation should be equal within 1/8".
3. Use the enclosed Blade Balancing Kit if the blade wobble is still noticeable.
4. If the blade wobble is still noticeable, interchanging two adjacent (side by side) blades can redistribute the weight and
possibly result in smoother operation.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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1. Ceiling Fans with remote control systems CAN NOT be operated in conjunction with any other control system EXCEPT a basic
On/Off wall switch, if desired.
2. Make sure the frequency dip switches in the transmitter and receiver have identical settings.
3. Make sure the Black Antenna on the receiver is NOT tangled with any other electrical wires and is extended around the inside
of the ceiling canopy.

FCC Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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1.57'
10.5
kgs 11.5 kgs
0.47
0.40
0.29
55.40
29.10
11.80
176
126
80
5041.38
3415.17
2213.64
91
117
188
RPM CFM CFM/W N.W. G.W. C.F.
120
120
120
Fan Size
52"
Volts
Speed Amps Watts
Low
Medium
High
SPECIFICATIONS
These are approximate measurements. They do not include data for any lamps or fixtures attached to the ceiling fan.