Litex ABH52BNK5C User manual

Installation Guide
For Model:
ABH52BNK5C Table of Contents:
Safety Tips. pg. 1
Unpacking Your Fan. pg. 2
Parts Inventory. pg. 2
Installation Preparation. pg. 3
Hanging Bracket Installation. pg. 3
Fan Assembly. pgs. 4 - 5
Wiring. pg. 5
Canopy Assembly. pg. 6
Glass Housing Assembly. pg. 6
Blade Assembly. pg. 7
Light Kit Assembly. (Optional). pgs. 8 - 9
Testing Your Fan. pg. 9
Bulb Replacement--Upper Light. pg. 10
Troubleshooting. pg. 11
Parts Replacement. pg. 11
Warranty. pg. 11
net weight of fan: 22.49 lb. (10,2 kg) PRINTED IN CHINA
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SAFETY TIPS.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, turn off the electricity to the fan at the main fuse box
or circuit panel before you begin the fan installation or before servicing the fan or installing accessories.
1. Read all instructions and safety information carefully before installing your fan and save these
instructions.
2. Make sure all electrical connections comply with Local Codes or Ordinances and the National
Electrical Code. If you are unfamiliar with electrical wiring or if the house/building wires are
different colors than those referred to in the instructions, please use a qualified electrician.
3. Make sure you have a location selected for your fan that allows clear space for the blades to
rotate, and at least seven (7) feet (2.13 meters) of clearance between the floor and the fan blade
tips. The fan should be mounted at least thirty (30) inches (76 centimeters) from walls or other
upright structures.
4. The outlet box and ceiling support joist used must be securely mounted, and capable of
supporting at least 35 pounds (16 kilograms).The box must be supported directly by the
building structure. Use only UL listed outlet boxes marked "FOR FAN SUPPORT."
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, mount to the 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 fixtures are not acceptable for fan
support and may need to be replaced. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.
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.
5. Electrical diagrams are for reference only. Light kits that are not packed with the fan must be UL
listed and marked suitable for use with the model fan you are installing.Switches must be UL
general use switches. Refer to the instructions packaged with the light kits and switches for
proper assembly.
6. After installation is complete, check that all connections are absolutely secure.
7. 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 opposite sides of the outlet box.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock and fire, do not use this fan with any variable (rheostat)
wall control. (Note:This fan is suitable for use with remote control devices.)
8. Do not operate the reverse switch until the fan has come to a complete stop.
9. Do not insert anything between the fan blades while they are rotating.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the blade arms during assembly or after
installation. Do not insert objects into the path of the blades.
WARNING: 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.
NOTE: The important safety precautions and instructions appearing in the manual are not meant to
cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense
and caution are necessary factors in the installation and operation of this fan.

a. canopy. 1 piece
b. hanging bracket. 1 piece
c. 6in. downrod and hanging ball. 1 piece
d. motor housing. 1 piece
e. yoke cover. 1 piece
f. switch housing plate.1 piece
g. blade arm. 5 pieces
h. blade. 5 pieces
i. light kit fitter. 1 piece
j. threaded washer (pre-attached to light kit fitter).
1 piece
k. finial plate (pre-attached to light kit fitter).
1 piece
l. finial (pre-attached to light kit fitter). 1 piece
m. glass shade. 1 piece
n. motor housing plate.1 piece
o. glass housing. 1 piece
p. hardware packs
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required bulbs:
light kit--3 x 40 watt max. candelabra base bulbs;
(sold separately)
lighted housing--4 x 25 watt max. candelabra base bulbs
(included)
1. Unpacking Your Fan.
2. Parts Inventory.
Carefully open the packaging. Remove items from
Styrofoam inserts. Remove motor housing and
place on carpet or Styrofoam to avoid damage to
finish. Do not discard fan carton or Styrofoam
inserts should this fan need to be returned for
repairs.
Check against parts inventory that all parts have
been included.
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3. Installation Preparation.
To prevent personal injury and damage, ensure
that the hanging location allows the blades a
clearance of 7ft. (2.13m) from the floor and 30in.
(76cm) from any wall or obstruction.
This fan is suitable for room sizes up to 400 square
feet (37.2 square meters).
12ft. - 20ft.
12ft. - 20ft.
(3.66m - 6.1m)
(3.66m - 6.1m)
blade edge
7 feet
(2.13m) (76cm)
30
inches
This fan can be mounted with a downrod
on a normal or vaulted ceiling.The hanging length
can be extended by purchasing a longer downrod
(0.5in./1.27cm diameter). Other installation, such as
flushmount, is not available for this fan.
Vaulted ceiling
angle is not to
exceed 25 degrees.
Installation requires these tools:
Phillips screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver,
adjustable pliers or wrench, stepladder, wire cutters
and rated electrical tape.
downrod
installation
flushmount
installation
4. Hanging Bracket Installation.
Turn off circuit breakers to current fixture from
breaker panel and be sure operating light switch is
turned to the OFF position.
WARNING: Failure to disconnect power supply prior to
installation may result in serious injury.
Remove existing fixture.
WARNING: When using an existing outlet box, be sure
the box is securely attached to the building structure
and can support the full weight of the fan. Ensure it is
clearly marked "Suitable for Fan Support." If not, it must
be replaced with an approved one.Failure to do so can
result in serious injury.
Install hanging bracket to outlet box using original
screws, spring washers and flat washers (size 8 or M5)
provided with new or original outlet box. If installing
on a vaulted ceiling, face opening of hanging bracket
towards high point of ceiling. Arrange electrical
wiring around the back of the hanging bracket and
away from the bracket opening.
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ON
OFF
ON
OFF
hanging bracket
spring washers
outlet box screws
*Note: It is very important that you use the proper hardware when installing the hanging bracket as this
will support the fan. Please make certain that you purchase any hardware that is missing in order to install
the hanging bracket properly.
flat washers

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5. Fan Assembly.
If you wish to extend the hanging length of your
fan, you must remove the hanging ball from the
6in. downrod provided to use with an extended
downrod (sold separately). [If you wish to use the
6in. downrod,please proceed to instructions
following the dotted line below.]
To remove hanging ball, loosen set screw on
hanging ball, lower hanging ball and remove
stop pin. Slide hanging ball off the original
downrod, A, and slide it down the longer
downrod, B (the top of the downrod should be
noted as having a set screw hole; use this hole
when setting the set screw). Insert stop pin into
top of extended downrod and raise hanging
ball. Be sure stop pin aligns with slots on the
inside of the hanging ball.Tighten set screw
securely.
set screw hole
set screw
hanging ball
stop pin
A
B
NOTE: The important safety precautions and
instructions appearing in the manual are not meant
to cover all possible conditions and situations that
may occur. It must be understood that common
sense and caution are necessary factors in the
installation and operation of this fan.
["Fan Assembly" continued on next page.]
Slide downrod through canopy and yoke cover.
Thread electrical wires through downrod and
pull extra wire slack from the upper end of the
downrod.
Tip: Apply small piece of electrical tape to the
ends of the electrical wires to keep them
together when threading them through the
downrod.
Loosen yoke set screws and nuts and remove pin
and clip from motor housing yoke. Place
downrod into the motor housing yoke and re-
insert pin and clip.Tighten yoke set screws and
nuts securely.
yoke set screw
downrod
electrical wiring
clip
canopy
motor
housing
yoke cover
pin

5. Fan Assembly (cont.)
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With the hanging bracket secured to the outlet box
and able to support the fan, you are now ready to
hang your fan. Grab the fan firmly with two hands.
Slide downrod through opening in hanging bracket
and let hanging ball rest on hanging bracket. Turn
hanging ball until slot lines up with hanging bracket
tab.
Tip: Seek the help of another person to hold the
stepladder in place and to lift the fan up to you once
you are set on the ladder.
Continue to "Wiring" section for wiring diagram.
hanging bracket tab
hanging ball slot
black
black
from fan
from ceiling
white
white
blue
black supply wire
ground (green
or bare)
white supply wire
6.Wiring.
Important: Be sure outlet box is properly grounded
or that a ground wire (GREEN or Bare) is present.
Make sure all electrical connections comply with
Local Codes or Ordinances and the National Electrical
Code.If you are unfamiliar with electrical wiring or if
the house/building wires are different colors than
those referred to below, please use a qualified
electrician.
When fan is secured in place on the hanging
bracket, electrical wiring can be made (diagram 1)
as follows:
Connect BLACK and ¹BLUE wire from fan to
BLACK wire from ceiling with wire connector
provided.* Connect WHITE wire from fan to
WHITE wire from ceiling with wire connector
provided.* Connect all GROUND (GREEN) wires
together from fan to BARE/GREEN wire from
ceiling with wire connector provided.*
¹ If you intend to control the fan light with a
separate light switch, connect BLUE wire from fan
to the BLACK supply from the independent switch.
* Wrap each wire connector separately with
electrical tape as an extra safety measure.
This fan is remote control adaptable (remote control
sold separately).
diagram 1 *
ground
(green or bare)

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canopy
hanging
bracket
canopy
screw
7. Canopy Assembly.
Install 4 candelabra base bulbs (included) in
sockets on motor housing.
Remove 1 screw from outer ring on
underside of motor housing and partially
loosen the other 3 screws. Slide glass housing
over motor housing and allow glass housing
to rest on padded cushions at top of motor
housing. Align slotted holes in motor housing
plate with loosened screws on bottom of
motor housing and then twist motor housing
plate to lock. Re-insert screw that was
previously removed. Secure motor housing
plate by tightening all 4 screws.
Note: It is important to ensure that all 4
screws are completely tightened, however,
do not overtighten screws as glass may crack
or break.
bulb
motor
housing
plate
glass housing
8. Glass Housing Assembly.
motor
housing
Temporarily lift canopy to hanging bracket to
determine which 2 screws in hanging
bracket align with slotted holes in canopy
and partially loosen these 2 screws. Remove
the other 2 screws. Now, lift canopy to
hanging bracket, aligning slotted holes in
canopy with loosened screws in hanging
bracket.Twist canopy to lock. Re-insert the 2
screws that were previously removed.
Tighten all screws securely.

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9. Blade Assembly.
Time Saver: Washers for blade screws can
be set on each blade screw prior to
installing blades.
Locate 15 blade attachment screws and 15
washers in one of the hardware packs. Hold
blade arm up to blade and align holes.
Insert 3 blade attachment screws (along
with washers) with fingers first and then
tighten screws securely with a Phillips
screwdriver. Repeat for the remaining
blades.
Remove blade arm screws and lock washers
from fan motor and set aside.Then, if
applicable, remove plastic motor locks and
discard. Align blade arm holes with motor
screw holes and attach blade arm with lock
washers and blade arm screws. Before
securing screws permanently, repeat with
remaining blade arms. Securely tighten all
screws.
motor housing
blade attachment
screws and washers
blade
blade arm
blade arm screw
plastic
motor
lock
lock washer

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10. Light Kit Assembly (Optional).
Remove 1 screw from fitter plate (on underside of
motor) and loosen the other 2 screws. Align slotted
holes in switch housing plate with loosened screws in
fitter plate, allowing male plug from motor housing to
come through hole in middle of switch housing plate.
Twist switch housing plate to lock. Re-insert screw that
was previously removed and tighten all 3 screws
securely.
Remove 3 screws from outer edge of switch housing
plate.
If you wish to use your fan WITH the light kit,
connect female plug from switch housing to male
plug from motor housing. Align holes in switch
housing with holes in switch housing plate. Attach
switch housing to switch housing plate with 3 screws
that were previously removed. Securely tighten all 3
screws with Phillips screwdriver.
Install 3 candelabra base 40 watt max. bulbs (sold
separately).
Important: When replacing bulbs, please allow bulb(s)
and glass shade to cool down before touching them.
Remove finial, finial plate, threaded washer and white
rubber washer from threaded rod on light kit fitter.
Thread pull chains through corresponding large holes
on white plate on light kit fitter. Place white rubber
washer over center hole inside of glass shade. Raise
glass shade toward fan and slide pull chains through
corresponding holes in glass shade.
Align center hole in glass shade with threaded rod
and push up gently on glass shade, allowing threaded
rod to come through hole. Secure glass shade with
threaded washer provided. Do not overtighten
threaded washer as glass may crack or break.
Align center hole in finial plate with threaded rod and
push up gently, allowing pull chains to come through
corresponding holes in finial plate. Secure finial plate
with finial that was previously removed.
["Light Kit Assembly" continued on next page.]
male plug
female plug
bulb
finial
glass shade
light kit fitter
switch housing
plate
finial plate
threaded
washer
white rubber
washer
threaded
rod
switch housing
fitter plate
motor housing

10. Light Kit Assembly (Optional). (cont).
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If you wish to use the fan WITHOUT the light
kit, locate wires in switch housing labeled FOR
LIGHT KIT CONNECTION. Gently pull molex
connections apart in order to disconnect these
wires.
Next, remove the hex nut and lock washer from
the threaded rod at the top of the light kit fitter.
Unscrew the switch housing to remove it from
the light kit fitter and then gently feed the
BLACK and WHITE wires from the light kit fitter
through the hole in the middle of the switch
housing.
Locate plastic cap in one of the hardware packs
and place cap firmly in hole in middle of switch
housing. Connect female plug from switch
housing to male plug from motor housing. Be
sure that plugs connect securely.
Align holes in switch housing with holes in
switch housing plate and attach switch housing
with 3 screws that were removed on previous
page. Securely tighten all 3 screws with Phillips
screwdriver. light kit fitter
switch housing
cap
hex nut
lock
washer
BLACK
WHITE
WHITE
BLUE
It is recommended that you test fan before finalizing installation. Restore power from circuit box and
light switch (if applicable).Test fan speeds with pull chain labeled SPEED. Start at the OFF position (no
blade movement). First pull will set the fan to HI. Second pull will set the fan to MEDIUM.Third pull will
set the fan to LOW. Fourth pull will again set the fan to the OFF setting.Test lights with pull chain
labeled LIGHT. Starting with the lights OFF, the first pull will turn on the LOWER light. Second pull will
turn on UPPER and LOWER lights. Third pull will turn on the UPPER light. Fourth pull will turn all lights
OFF. If fan and/or lights does/do not function, please refer to "Troubleshooting" section to solve any
issues before contacting Customer Service.
Turn fan completely off before moving the reverse switch. Set reverse switch to recirculate air
depending on the season.
Attach pull chain extensions supplied or custom pull chain extensions (sold separately) to the ends of
the pull chains.
female plug
11.Testing Your Fan.

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Important: Allow motor housing and light
bulbs to cool before touching.
When bulbs in lighted housing need
replacement, access plates on top of motor
housing can be removed to allow access to
light bulbs. Using a Phillips screwdriver,
remove the 2 screws at either end of the
access plate containing the burned-out bulb.
Then, remove the burned-out bulb and
replace with a candelabra base 25 watt max.
bulb (sold separately). Re-attach access plate
with screws that were removed.
12. Bulb Replacement--
Upper Light.
access
plates
bulb
motor
housing

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Troubleshooting. Warranty.
For parts and information, please refer to
"Parts Inventory" on page 2.
Litex Customer Support:
1-800-527-1292
www. litex fans. com
Problem: Fan fails to operate.
Solutions:
1. Check wall switch to fan.
2.Verify that reverse switch is set completely in
either direction.
3. Check to be sure fan is wired properly.
Problem: Light kit (optional) not lighting.
Solutions:
1. Check wall switch to fan.
2. Check that bulbs are installed correctly.
3. Check to be sure wires in canopy are wired
properly.
4.Verify that molex connections in switch housing
are connected properly.
Problem: Fan operates but light fails (if
applicable).
Solutions:
1. Check that bulbs are installed correctly.
2. Check to be sure wires in canopy are wired
properly.
3.Verify that molex connections in switch housing
are connected properly.
4. Replace defective bulbs with same type of bulb.
Problem: Fan wobbles.
Solutions:
1. Use the balancing kit provided in one of the
hardware packs. If no blade balancing kit is
provided, please call Customer Support,
1-800-527-1292, to request one.
2. Check to be sure set screw(s) on motor housing
yoke is (are) tightened securely.
3. Check to be sure set screw on hanging ball is
tightened securely.
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.
Parts Replacement.