Litex Industries DTB54EP5CM User manual

Federal regulations require all ceiling
fans with light kits manufactured or
imported after January 1, 2009, to
limit total wattage consumed by the
light kit to 190W. Therefore, this fan
is equipped with a wattage limiting
device.
Installation Guide
For Model:
DTB54EP5CM
net weight of fan: 23.37 lb. (10.6 kg)
E192641
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND
SAVE THEM FOR FUTURE USE
Table of Contents:
Safety Information. pg. 1
Package Contents. pg. 2
Preparation. pg. 3
Initial Installation. pg. 3
Normal Or Angle Style Fan
Mounting. pg. 4
Wiring. pg. 4 - 5
Final Installation. pg. 5 - 7
Motor Housing Bulb Replacement. pg. 7
Fan Operation. pg. 7
Care and Maintenance. pg. 8
Troubleshooting. pg. 8
Warranty. pg. 9
Parts Replacement. pg. 9

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, install or operate the product. If you
have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at 1-800-527-1292, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.,
CST, Monday-Friday.
1. Before you begin installing the fan, disconnect the power by removing fuses or turning off circuit breakers
.
2. CAUTION: Read all instructions and safety information before installing your new fan. Review the
accompanying assembly diagrams.
3. CAUTION: To avoid personal injury, the use of gloves may be necessary while handling fan parts with sharp edges.
4.Make sure that all electrical connections comply with local codes, ordinances, or the National Electrical Code.
Hire a qualified electrician or consult a do-it-yourself wiring handbook, if you are unfamiliar with installing
electrical wiring.
5. Make sure the installation site you choose allows a minimum clearance of 7 feet from the blades to the floor and
at least 30 in. from the end of the blades to any obstruction.
6.
If you are mounting the fan to a ceiling outlet box, use a METAL octagonal outlet box. Secure the 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.). Do NOT use a plastic outlet box.
7. After you install the fan, make sure that all connections are secure to prevent the fan from falling.
8. Instructions for supply connections: conductor of a fan identified as grounded conductor to be connected to a
grounded conductor of power supply; conductor of a fan identified for equipment grounding to be connected to
an equipment-grounding conductor.
9. 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 two fan lead wires, consult
an electrician for the proper size wire connectors to use.
10. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this fan with a variable speed switch.
11. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, do not bend the blade arms when
installing them, balancing the blades, or cleaning the fan. Do not insert foreign objects between the rotating fan
blades. Mount to outlet box marked "ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT" 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.
12.WARNING: 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.
13. The net weight of this fan including the light kit is: 23.37 lb. (10.6 kg).

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
NOTE:
For replacement parts, call our customer service department
at 1-800-527-1292, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., CST, Monday-Friday.
When ordering parts, please have the Model # or Item # of the
fan available, which can be found on the cover page 1.
* The part denoted with an asterisk (*) above is NOT
replaceable.
AC
DE
F
HI
JKL
MNO
PQR
S T
B
G
U
V
1
1
2
10
15
10
15
1
1
1
6
1
1
1
5
5
Canopy
Motor Housing
Downrod
Mounting Bracket
Q
B
P
O
N
M
L
K
J
I
H
G
F
E
D*
C
A
R
Part Description Quantity
Clip (attached to pin)
Pull Chain Extension (in hardware pack)
Canopy Mounting Screw
(attached to mounting bracket)
5.4M/M Lock Washer (in motor)
E3 Wire Connector (in hardware pack)
Blade Balancing Kit (in hardware pack)
Pin (in motor housing yoke)
Blade Arm
15 Watt Bulb
Motor Screw (in motor)
Yoke Cover
Blade
S1
1
Blade Washer (in hardware pack)
T2
Switch Housing Plate
3/16 Blade Screw (in hardware pack)
4
Switch Housing
Glass Housing
Motor Housing Plate
U
V
1
1
Finial (pre- attached to switch housing plate)
W1
W
XCanopy Cover (In hardware pack)
X
1
IMPORTANT REMINDER: You must use
the parts provided with this fan for proper
installation and safety.

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INITIAL INSTALLATION
1. Turn off circuit breakers and wall switch to the fan supply line
leads. [Fig. 1]
Warning: Failure to disconnect power supply prior to
installation may result in serious injury or death.
3. Check to make sure blades (F) are at least 30 in. from any
obstruction. Check downrod (A) length to ensure blades (F) are at
least 7 ft. above the floor. [Fig. 3]
4. Secure mounting bracket (C) to outlet box using screws, spring
washers, and flat washers provided with the outlet box. [Fig. 4]
*Note: It is very important that you use the proper hardware when
installing the mounting bracket (C) as this will support the fan.
Important: If using the angle mount, make sure open end of
mounting bracket (C) is installed facing the higher point of the
ceiling.
PREPARATION
1. Before beginning assembly and installation of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with
"Package Contents" list and diagrams on the previous page. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to
assemble, install or operate the product. Contact customer service for replacement parts as indicated at the bottom of
page 2.
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-guide, and wire cutters
Bulbs Required (included):6 candelabra base 15 watt max. bulbs
2. After opening top of carton, remove mounting hardware package from foam inserts. Remove motor from packing
and place on carpet or on foam to avoid damage to finish.
CAUTION: Carefully check all screws, bolts and nuts on fan motor assembly to ensure that they are secured.
WARNING: When using an existing outlet box, make sure the 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.
5. Remove motor screws (K) and lock washers (M) from
underside of motor. If necessary, discard plastic. [Fig. 5] Save
motor screws and lock washers for later use.
A
B
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
F
7 ft.
min.
30 in.
min.
D
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
M
K
2. Determine mounting method to use. [Fig. 2]
A. Normal mount
B. Angle mount
Important: If using the angle mount, check to make sure the
ceiling angle is not steeper than 25°.

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WIRING (continued on the following page)
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
NORMAL OR ANGLE STYLE FAN MOUNTING
Fig. 3
E
E
D
R
C
B
B
A
S
A
A
FAN AND LIGHT CONTROLLED BY CHAIN.
FAN CONTROLLED BY CHAIN, LIGHT BY WALL SWITCH.
BLACK (POWER)
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
GROUND
BLACK
WHITE
Fig. 1A
Fig. 1B
BLUE
GROUND
BLACK (POWER)
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
GROUND
BLACK
WHITE
GROUND
SWITCHED
LIGHT
POWER
BLUE
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 two fan
lead wires, consult an electrician for the proper size wire
connectors to use.
Important: Be sure wiring box is properly grounded or
that a ground wire (green or bare) is present.
1. Choose wiring diagram [Fig. 1A, Fig. 1B or Fig. 1C] that fits
your situation and make appropriate wiring connections as
follows: (Make special note of Step 3 on the following page
while wiring.)
1A. Connect BLACK and BLUE wire from fan to BLACK
wire from ceiling with wire connector (O) provided. Connect
WHITE wire from fan to WHITE wire from ceiling with wire
connector (O) provided. Connect all GROUND (GREEN)
wires together from fan to BARE/GREEN wire from ceiling
with wire connector (O) provided. [Fig. 1A]
1B. If you intend to control the fan light with a separate wall
switch, wire as indicated in the instructions in 1A except
connect BLUE wire from fan to the BLACK supply from the
independent switch. [Fig. 1B]
[See next page for 1C.]
Warning: If house wires are different colors than
referred to in following steps, stop immediately. A professional
electrician is recommended to determine wiring.
2. Remove pin (R) and clip (S) from motor housing yoke. Slip
downrod (A) into motor housing yoke, align holes and re-install pin
(R) and clip (S). Tighten downrod (A) set screws and then tighten
nuts. Slide yoke cover (E) down until it rests on top of motor
housing (D). [Fig. 2]
3. Install ball end of downrod (A) into mounting bracket (C)
opening. Align slot in ball with tab in mounting bracket (C). [Fig. 3]
Warning: Failure to align slot in ball with tab may result in
serious injury or death.
1. Insert downrod (A) through canopy (B), canopy cover (X) and yoke
cover (E). (Note: Canopy cover (X) must be turned with the shiny
side toward the motor housing (D). [Fig. 1] Thread wires from motor
housing (D) through downrod (A).
*Helpful Hint: Downrod style mounting is best suited for ceilings 8 ft.
(2.44 m) high or higher. For taller ceilings you may want to use a
longer downrod (not included) than the one provided. Angle style
mounting is best suited for angled or vaulted ceilings. A longer
downrod is sometimes necessary to ensure proper blade clearance.
X
Set
Screw

2. Connect green wire from downrod (A) to green wire on
mounting bracket (C). [Fig. 2]
3. Strip 3/4 of an inch of insulation from ends of white wire.
Twist stripped ends of each strand of wire within the insulation
with pliers. [Fig. 3] Snip ends after twisting strands together.
Repeat for black, blue (if applicable) and green wires.
4. Screw wire connectors (O) on in a clockwise direction. Wrap
electrical tape around each wire connector (O) down to the wire as
shown in Fig. 4.
Warning: Make sure no bare wire or wire strands are
visible after making connections. Place green and white
connections on opposite side of box from the black and blue (if
applicable) connections.
Turn spliced/taped wires upward and gently push wires and wire
connectors (O) into outlet box.
Note: Black wire is hot power for fan. Blue wire is hot power for
light kit. White wire is common for fan and light kit. Green or bare
wire is ground.
1C. If you intend to control the fan and light with separate wall
switches, wire as indicated in the instructions in 1A except
connect BLUE wire from fan to the BLACK supply from the
independent wall switch for the light and connect BLACK wire
from fan to the BLACK supply from the other independent wall
switch for the fan. [Fig. 1C]
FANANDLIGHTCONTROLLEDBYSEPARATE WALLSWITCHES.
Fig. 1C
SWITCHED FAN POWER
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
GROUND
BLACK
WHITE
GROUND
SWITCHED
LIGHT
POWER
BLUE
WIRING (continued from previous page)
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
B
A
O
OO
FINAL INSTALLATION (continued on next page)
1. If necessary, partially loosen the two canopy mounting screws (Q),
on bottom of mounting bracket (C) that align with holes in canopy
(B). Lift canopy (B) to mounting bracket (C). Place rounded part of
the holes in canopy (B) over loosened canopy mounting screws (Q)
and push canopy (B) up. Twist canopy (B) to lock. Tighten both
canopy mounting screws (Q) securely. Slide canopy cover (X) up to
canopy (B), aligning rounded parts of slotted holes in canopy cover
(X) with screwheads in bottom of canopy (B). Turn canopy cover (X)
clockwise until it stops. [Fig. 1]
7
A
BQ
2. Install the 15 watt bulbs (I) provided with this fan into sockets in
motor housing (D). [Fig. 2]
Remove one screw from outer ring on underside of motor housing
(D) and partially loosen the other 2 screws. Slide glass housing (U)
over motor housing (D) until glass housing (U) touches top of motor
housing (D). Align slotted holes in motor housing plate (V) with
loosened screws on bottom of motor housing (D), and then twist
motor housing plate (V) to lock. Re-insert screw that was previously
removed. Secure motor housing plate (V) by tightening all three
screws. [Fig. 2] Be sure to tighten screws completely but be careful
not to overtighten screws as glass may crack or break.
U
top of motor
housing
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
D
I
5
X
V

6
Fig. 5
5. Insert remaining motor screws (K), along with lock washers
(M). [Fig. 5] Tighten all motor screws (K) securely.
FINAL INSTALLATION (continued from previous page)
4. Insert only one motor screw (K) through blade arm (G) to attach
blade arm (G) to motor using one of the lock washers (M) and
one of the motor screws (K) that were previously removed (Step
5, page 5). Partially tighten motor screw (K). [Fig. 4] Repeat with
remaining blade arms (G).
6. Raise switch housing plate (H) to motor, allowing the male plug
from the motor to come through the square hole in the switch
housing plate (H). Align slotted holes in switch housing plate (H)
with loosened screws in fitter plate and twist switch housing plate
(H) to lock. Re-insert screw that was just removed, and then
tighten all three screws. [Fig. 6]
GF
D
Fitter Plate
Fig. 4
F
K
M
G
Male Plug
Male Plug
Female Plug
7. Remove finial (W) from threaded rod on switch housing plate (H).
Save for later use. Raise switch housing (J) up toward switch
housing plate (H). Connect male plug from motor housing (D) to
female plug from switch housing (J) and carefully arrange wiring
inside of switch housing (J) [Fig. 7] Make sure that the plugs are
connected completely.
8. Align threaded rod on switch housing plate (H) with hole on the
bottom of the switch housing (J) and push up. Attach finial (W), that
was removed during previous step. Make sure finial is securely
tightened. [Fig. 8]
Threaded
Rod
3. Position blade arm (G) under blade (F) and attach blade arm (G)
to blade (F) with blade screws (L) and blade washers (N). Do not
tighten blade screws (L) until each blade screw (L) has been
started. Then, tighten each blade screw (L) starting with the one in
the middle. [Fig. 3] Repeat for the remaining blades (F).
Fig. 3
F
G
N
L
Fig. 6
H
Fig. 7 J
H
Fig. 8
J
W
W
Threaded
Rod
Threaded
Rod
H

7
FAN OPERATION
1. The fan pull chain, labeled SPEED, has four positions. One pull is
HIGH, two pulls is MEDIUM, three is LOW and four turns the fan
OFF. [Fig. 1]
Fig. 3A
Fig. 3
3. Use the fan reverse switch, located on the switch housing (J), to
optimize your fan for seasonal performance. [Fig. 3]
Note: Wait for fan to stop before moving the reverse switch.
3A. In warmer weather, counterclockwise movement of the fan
will result in downward airflow creating a wind chill effect.
[Fig. 3A]
3B. In cooler weather, clockwise movement of the fan will
result in upward airflow that can help move stagnant, hot air
off the ceiling area. [Fig. 3B]
Fig. 3B
2. Pull the light pull chain, labeled LIGHT, to turn the light ON or
OFF. [Fig. 2]
MOTOR HOUSING BULB REPLACEMENT
Important: Allow motor housing (D) and bulb(s) to cool down
before touching them.
When it becomes time to replace the bulbs (I) in the lighted motor
housing (D), locate access covers on the top of the motor housing
(D). Determine which access cover contains the burnt-out bulb (I).
Remove the access cover by removing the two screws at the edges
of the access cover--this will allow access to the burnt-out bulb (I).
Replace burnt-out bulb (I) with one candelabra base 15 watt max.
bulb. Repeat for each burnt-out bulb (I).
Access
Covers
I
D
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
J
9. Pull chain extensions (T) supplied in one of the hardware packs
or custom pull chain extensions (not included) may be attached to
fan and light pull chains. [Fig. 9]
NOTE: This fan is remote control adaptable (remote control not
included)
FINAL INSTALLATION (continued from previous page)
Fig. 9 T
T
D
J
J

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action
Fan does not move. 1. Reverse switch not engaged. 1. Push switch firmly either way.
2. Power is off or fuse is blown. 2. Turn power on or check fuse.
3. Faulty wire connection. 3. Turn power off. Loosen canopy (B) and
check all connections.
4. Plugs not connected properly. 4. Check that male and female plugs in
switch housing (J) are connected properly
according to instructions on page 8.
Noisy operation. 1. Blades (F) are loose. 1. Tighten all blade screws (L).
2. Cracked blade (F). 2. Replace blade (F).
3. Unapproved speed control. 3. Replace with an approved speed
control device.
Excessive wobbling. 1. Blades (F) are loose. 1. Tighten all blade screws (L).
2. Blade arms (G) incorrectly attached. 2. Re-install blade arms (G).
3. Unbalanced blades (F). 3. Switch one blade (F) with a blade (F)
from the opposite side or use blade
balancing kit (P) included.
4. Fan not securely mounted. 4. Turn power off. Carefully loosen
canopy (B) and verify that mounting
bracket (C) is secure.
5. Fan too close to vaulted ceiling. 5. Use a longer downrod (A) or move fan
to another location.
6. Set screw(s) on motor housing yoke 6. Tighten yoke set screw(s) securely.
is (are) not tightened properly.
7. Set screw on hanging ball is not 7. Carefully loosen and lower canopy (B)
tightened properly. and verify that set screw on hanging ball
is tightened securely.
Fan operates but light fails 1. Bulb(s) not installed correctly. 1. Re-install bulb(s).
(if applicable). 2. Wires in canopy (B) not wired properly. 2. Check wires in canopy (B) and, if
necessary, re-wire according to
instructions on page 6 and 7.
3. Wall switch to fan is off. 3. Make sure that wall switch to fan is on.
Note: A small amount of "wobble" is normal and should not be considered a defect.
Warning: Before beginning work, shut off the power supply to avoid electrical shock.
At least twice each year, lower canopy (B) to check downrod (A) assembly, and then tighten all screws on the fan.
Clean motor housing (D) with only a soft brush or lint-free cloth to avoid scratching the finish. Clean blades (F) with
a lint-free cloth. You may occasionally apply a light coat of furniture polish to wood blades for added protection.
Important: Shut off main power supply before beginning any maintenance. Do not use water or a damp cloth to
clean the ceiling fan.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE

WARRANTY
Printed in China
9
Parts Replacement.
For parts and information please refer to
"Parts Inventory" on page 2.
Litex Customer Support:
1-800-527-1292
LITEX LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY:
LITEX INDUSTRIES, LTD. warrants this fan to the original household purchaser for indoor use under the following
provisions:
1-YEAR WARRANTY: LITEX INDUSTRIES, LTD. will replace or repair any fan which has faulty performance due to a
defect in material or workmanship. Contact Litex Customer Service at 1-800-527-1292 to arrange for return of fan.
Return fan, shipping prepaid, to Litex Industries, Ltd. We will repair or ship you a replacement fan, and we will pay the
return shipping cost.
5-YEAR WARRANTY: LITEX INDUSTRIES, LTD. will repair or replace, at no charge to the original purchaser, any
fan motor that fails to operate satisfactorily when failure results from normal use.
RETURN FAN MOTOR ONLY, shipping prepaid, to Litex Industries. We will repair or ship purchaser a replacement
motor and Litex will pay the return shipping cost.
6-YEAR to LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY: LITEX INDUSTRIES, LTD. will repair the fan, at no charge to the
original purchaser for labor only, if the fan motor fails to operate satisfactorily when failure results from normal use.
Parts used in the repair will be billed to the purchaser at prevailing prices at time of repair.
The purchaser shall be responsible for all costs incurred in the removal, reinstallation and shipping of the product for
repairs.
This warranty does not apply when damage from mechanical, physical, electrical or water abuse results in causing the
malfunction. Deterioration of finishes or other parts due to time or exposure to salt air is specifically exempted under
this warranty.
Neither Litex Industries nor the manufacturer will assume any liability resulting from improper installation or use of this
product. In no case shall the company be liable for any consequential damages for breach of this, or any other
warranty expressed or implied whatsoever. This limitation as to consequential damages shall not apply in states where
prohibited.