Litex AK52BNK4L User manual

For models:
AK52BNK4L
AK52EB4L
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
Blade Assembly. pg. 6
Light Kit Assembly. pg. 7
Testing Your Fan. pg. 7
Troubleshooting. pg. 8
Parts Replacement. pg. 8
Warranty. pg. 8
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net weight of fan: 16.31 lb (7.4 kg)
Installation Guide
4007498
APPROVED FOR USE
IN DAMP LOCATIONS

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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.
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury, the use of gloves may be necessary while handling fan parts with sharp edges.
2. Make sure all electrical connections comply with Local Codes or Ordinances, the National Electrical Code, and
ANSI/NFPA 70-1999. 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
so that the tips of the blades are 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 ETL or 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 of 15.9 kg (35 lb) or less" 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 corresponding 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 ETL or UL listed
and marked suitable for use with the model fan you are installing. Switches must be ETL or 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, fire and to prevent humming noise do not use this fan with any solid
state speed control device or control fan speed with a full range dimmer switch. [Using a full range dimmer switch to
control fan speed will cause a loud humming noise from fan.] (Note:This fan is suitable for use with remote control
approved for DAMP locations.)
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.
11. Light kit is dimmable to 10% with select dimmers.
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.
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. hanging bracket. 1 piece
b.canopy. 1 piece
c.downrod and hanging ball (with pin & clip).
1 piece
d. motor housing. 1 piece
e. yoke cover. 1 piece
f. glass shade. 1 piece
g. blade arm. 4 pieces
h. blade. 4 pieces
i. hardware packs
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2. Parts Inventory.
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1. Unpacking Your Fan.
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.
IMPORTANT REMINDER: You must
use the parts provided with this fan for
proper installation and safety.
bulbs required:
2 x 6.5 watt medium base LED bulbs
(included)
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ON
OFF
ON
OFF
4. Hanging Bracket Installation.
3. Installation Preparation. blade edge
(76cm)
30
inches
7 feet
(2.13m)
This fan can be mounted with a downrod
on a regular (no-slope) 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.
Installation requires these tools:
Phillips screwdriver, flathead screwdriver,
adjustable pliers or wrench, stepladder, wire
cutters, and rated electrical tape. Vaulted ceiling
angle is not to
exceed 25 degrees.
downrod
installation
flushmount
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
outlet box is securely attached to the building structure and
can support the full weight of the fan. Ensure the outlet box is
clearly marked "Suitable for Fan Support." If not, it must be
replaced with an approved outlet box. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury.
CAUTION: Be sure outlet box is grounded properly and that a
ground wire (GREEN or bare) is present.
Install hanging bracket to outlet box using original screws,
spring washers and flat washers 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 hanging bracket opening.
*Note: It is very important that you use the proper hardware
when installing the hanging bracket as this will support the
fan.
12ft. - 20ft.
12ft. - 20ft.
(3.66m - 6.1m)
(3.66m - 6.1m)
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).
hanging bracket
spring washers
outlet box screws
flat washers

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set screw hole
set screw
hanging ball
stop pin
A
B
pin clip
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.
5. Fan Assembly.
If you wish to extend the hanging length of
your fan, you must remove the hanging ball
from the downrod provided to use with an
extended downrod (sold separately). [If you wish
to use the downrod provided, please proceed to
instructions following the dotted line below.]
Loosen set screw on hanging ball and remove
pin and clip. 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.
Tip: To prepare for threading electrical wires
through downrod, apply a small piece of
electrical tape to the ends of the electrical
wires--this will keep the wires together when
threading them through the downrod.
Loosen yoke set screws and nut at top of motor
housing. Remove pin and clip from downrod (if
you have not already done so). Slide downrod
through canopy and yoke cover.
Thread electrical wires through downrod and
pull extra wire slack from the upper end of the
downrod.
Place downrod into the motor housing yoke
and re-insert pin and clip previously removed.
Tighten yoke set screws and nut securely. Lower
yoke cover to motor housing.
WARNING: Failure to tighten set screw
completely could result in the fan becoming
loose and possibly falling.
["Fan Assembly" continued on next page.]
motor
housing
yoke set screw
downrod
electrical wiring
clip
pin
canopy
yoke cover

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5. Fan Assembly. (cont.)
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 the hanging bracket. Turn the
hanging ball slot until it lines up with the
hanging bracket tab.
WARNING: Failure to align slot in hanging ball
with tab in hanging bracket may result in
serious injury or death.
Tip: Seek the help of another person to hold
the stepladder in place and to help lift the fan
up to you once you are set on the ladder.
* Wrap each wire connector separately with
electrical tape as an extra safety measure.
hanging ball slot
hanging bracket tab
motor housing
6.Wiring.
WARNING:Turn off circuit breakers to current
fixture from breaker panel and be sure switch is
turned to the OFF position.
CAUTION: Be sure outlet box is properly grounded
and 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.
Note: Excess lead wire length from the fan can be
cut to the desired length and then stripped.
When downrod is secured in place on the
hanging bracket, electrical wiring can be made
as follows:
Connect BLACK and BLUE 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.
If you intend to control the fan light with a
separate light switch, connect BLUE wire from
fan to the BLACK (or RED) supply from the
independent switch.
This fan is remote control adaptable (remote
control sold separately). Note: Only remote
controls approved for DAMP location can
be used with this fan.
black
black
white
white
black supply wire
white supply wire
from
ceiling
from fan
ground
(green or bare)
ground
(green
or bare)
blue

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7. Canopy Assembly.
Temporarily raise canopy to hanging bracket to
determine which 2 screws in hanging bracket align
with slotted holes in canopy, and then lower
canopy and partially loosen these 2 screws. Remove
the other 2 screws and lock washers and set aside.
Now, lift canopy to hanging bracket again, aligning
slotted holes in the canopy with loosened screws in
hanging bracket.Twist canopy to lock. Re-insert the
other 2 screws and lock washers and secure all
screws with a Phillips screwdriver.
screw
hanging bracket
canopy
8. Blade Assembly.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious
bodily injury, DO NOT use power tools
to assemble the blades. If overtightened,
blades may crack and break.
Locate 12 blade attachment screws and
12 decorative nuts in one of the
hardware packs. Place blade arm over
blade aligning holes in blade arm with
holes in blade as shown [Note label on
blade indicating THIS SIDE UP and turn
blade so that label faces up]. Insert 3
decorative nuts into holes in blade from
UNDERSIDE of blade (i.e.,the side that will
face the floor), making sure to completely
insert each decorative nut so that the
blade arm can be attached correctly.
Insert 3 blade attachment screws from
TOPSIDE of blade arm with fingers first
and then tighten screws securely with a
Phillips screwdriver. Repeat procedure for
remaining blades.
Remove blade arm screws and lock
washers from top of motor
housing--leave rubber cushions intact.
Lower one of the blade arms over a
rubber cushion, aligning blade arm
holes with motor screw holes and attach
blade arm with two of lock washers and
blade arm screws just removed, as
shown. Before securing screws
permanently, repeat with remaining
blade arms. Secure all screws.
Note:Tighten blade arm screws twice a
year.
blade arm
blade arm
blade arm screws
and lock washers
blade
motor housing
rubber cushion
blade arm screws
and lock washers
blade attachment
screws
decorative
nuts

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9. Light Kit Assembly.
Install 2 medium base 6.5 watt LED bulbs,
(included).
IMPORTANT: When replacing bulbs,
please allow bulbs and glass shade to
cool down before touching.
Align grooves on glass shade with
nodules on inside edge of motor housing
and push up gently on glass shade.Twist
glass shade to the RIGHT (clockwise) until
glass shade locks into place.
Pull down VERY GENTLY on glass shade to
make sure that glass shade is secure.
diagram 1
diagram 2 diagram 3 diagram 4
10.Testing Your Fan.
It is recommended that you test fan before
finalizing installation. Restore power from circuit
box and wall switch (if applicable). Test fan
speeds with the pull chain labeled FAN located
to the right of the reverse switch. 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 re-set the fan to OFF setting. Test
light with the pull chain labeled LIGHT located
to the left of the reverse switch. (diagram 1) If
fan and/or light do (does) not function, please
refer to "Troubleshooting" section to solve any
issues before contacting Customer Service.
Turn fan completely off before moving the
reverse switch (located on light kit fitter). Set
reverse switch to recirculate air depending on
the season:
- LEFT position in summer (diagram 2)
- RIGHT position in winter (diagram 3)
A ceiling fan will allow you to raise your
thermostat setting in summer and lower your
thermostat setting in winter without feeling a
difference in your comfort.
Important: Reverse switch must be set either
completely to the LEFT or completely to the RIGHT
for fan to function. If the reverse switch is set in
the middle position (diagram 4), fan will not
operate.
Attach pull chain extensions supplied or custom
pull chain extensions (sold separately) to the
ends of the pull chains.
glass shade
bulb
reverse switch
fan
pull chain
extension
motor
housing
light
pull chain
extension

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Troubleshooting.
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 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.
Problem: Fan operates but light fails.
Solutions:
1. Check that bulbs are installed correctly.
2. Check to be sure wires in canopy are wired
properly.
3. 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,
at1-800-527-1292, 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.
WARNING: Failure to disconnect power supply
prior to troubleshooting any wiring issues may
result in serious injury.
Warranty.
Parts Replacement.
LITEX 30-YEAR 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 30-YEAR 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.
PWLI1801
For parts and information, please refer to
"Parts Inventory" on page 2.
Litex Customer Support:
1-800-527-1292