Minka Group MinkaAire Mesa F566 User manual

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Model No. F566
Instruction Manual
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Congratulations on your purchase of a
Minka-Aire
Minka-Aire
TM
TM
ceiling fan! Your new fan will be
a beautiful addition to your home, and will
keep you comfortable throughout the year.
Minka-Aire
Minka-Aire
TM
TM
offers a variety of ceiling fans: combinations of wood
and brass finishes, solid designer colors, and unique glass and crystal
designs. A large selection of light fixtures and light kits are also available.
Ask your dealer about accessories that will allow you to customize your
fan.
We're certain that your Minka-Aire
Minka-Aire
TM
TM
fan will provide
you with many years of comfort, energy savings and satisfaction.
To ensure your personal safety and to maximize the performance
of your fan, please read this manual thoroughly.
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Minka-Aire
Minka-Aire
TM
TM
warrants this fan to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase
, except for the motor.
Minka-Aire
Minka-Aire
TM
TM
warrants to the original
owner that the motor in this fan shall be free from defects in
material and workmanship as long as the original purchaser owns
the fan.
Minka-Aire
Minka-Aire
TM
TM
only obligation under this limited warranty
is to replace, repair or refund the purchase price any fan confirmed
by
Minka-Aire
Minka-Aire
TM
TM
to be defective in material or workmanship
after such fan is returned to
Minka-Aire
Minka-Aire
TM
TM
by the original
purchaser along with a proof of purchase and with shipping
charges prepaid. This warranty shall not apply to fans which have
been damaged as a result of improper installation, removed from
the original installation or subjected to use for which the fan was
not designed. The customer shall be responsible for any cost of
removing the old fan, installing a new fan or any other costs. This
limited lifetime warranty is in lieu of all other expressed
warranties.
Minka-Aire
Minka-Aire
TM
TM
shall under no circumstances be liable
for any incidental or consequential damages.
Date Purchased
Store Purchased
Model No. F566
Serial No.

SAFETY RULES
1. Before you begin installing the fan,
shut power off
shut power off
at the circuit breaker of
the fuse box.
2. Be cautious! Read all instructions
and safety information before installing
your new fan. Review accompanying
assembly diagrams.
3. Make sure that all electrical
connections comply with local codes,
ordinances, or National Electrical
Codes. Hire a qualified electrician or
consult a do-it-yourself wiring
handbook if you are unfamiliar with
installing electrical wiring.
4. Make sure the installation site you
choose allows the fan blades to rotate
without any obstructions. Allow a
minimum clearance of 7 feet from the
floor and 18 inches from the tip of the
blades to the wall.
5. If you are mounting the fan to a
ceiling fan outlet box, use a U.L. Listed
metal octagonal outlet box marked
"Acceptable for Fan Support". 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 50
pounds)
Do not use a plastic box.
Do not use a plastic box.
6. Caution:
Caution:
To reduce the risk of
injury use only the screws provided
with the outlet box in conjunction
with the lock washers provided with
the fan.
7. If you are mounting the fan to a
joist, make sure it is able to support the
moving weight of the fan (at least 50
pounds).
8. After you install the fan, make sure
that all mounting components are
secured to prevent the fan from falling.
9. Do not insert anything into the fan
blades while the fan is operating.
10. Turn the fan off and wait for the
blades to stop completely before
changing the fan direction.
NOTE:
NOTE:
The important safeguards and
instructions appearing in this manual
are not meant to cover all possible
conditions and situations that may
occur. It must be understood that
common sense, caution and care are
factors which can not be built into this
product. These factors must be
supplied by the person (s) installing,
caring for and operating the unit.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR OTHER PERSONAL INJURY,
MOUNT FAN ONLY TO A U.L. LISTED OUTLET BOX OR SUPPORTING SYSTEM MARKED
ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT AND USE MOUNTING SCREWS PROVIDED WITH THE
OUTLET BOX OR IN CONJUCTION WITH THE LOCK WASHERS PROVIDED WITH THE
FAN. MOST OUTLET BOXES COMMONLY USED FOR FAN SUPPORT OF LIGHTING
FIXTURES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT AND NEED TO BE REPLACED.
CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN IF IN DOUBT.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, DO NOT BEND THE BLADE HOLDERS
WHILE INSTALLING, BALANCING THE BLADES OR CLEANING THE FAN. DO NOT
INSERT FOREIGN OBJECTS BETWEEN ROTATING FAN BLADES.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS WITH ANY
SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.

INSTALLING THE FAN
Tools Required: Phillips screw driver; slotted screw driver; step-ladder; wire cutters;
electrical tape.
MOUNTING OPTIONS
If there isn't an existing mounting box,
then read the following instructions.
Disconnect the power by removing
Disconnect the power by removing
fuses or turning off circuit breakers.
fuses or turning off 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.). Use a UL
Use a UL
Listed metal outlet box. Do not use a
Listed metal outlet box. Do not use a
plastic outlet box.
plastic outlet box.
Figure 1, 2 and 3 are examples of
different ways to mount the outlet box.
To hang your fan where there is an
existing fixture but no ceiling joist, you
may need to install a hanger bar as
shown in Fig. 4 (available at your
Minka-Aire
Minka-Aire
TM
TM
dealer).
FIG. 1
FIG. 3
FIG. 2
CROSS BRACE
CEILING
JOIST
CEILING
JOIST
CEILING
JOIST
OUTLET BOX
PARALLEL WOOD BRACE
(Min. 2" Thick)
OUTLET
BOX
OUTLET BOX
CEILING JOIST OR
CROSS BRACE
HANGER BAR
(OPTIONAL)
MOUNTING
BRACKET

1. DISCONNECT ELECTRICITY to the existing
fixture occupying the space where you would like to
install the fan. After removing the old fixture, check
the mounting and stability of the ceiling outlet box.
If the outlet box is secure, then precede with the
installation procedure. If not, reinforce the outlet box
for strength and safety, and then proceed.
2. ATTACH THE MOUNTING BRACKET to
the outlet box with to screws and washers provided,
making sure the bracket is tight and secure.
3. LIFT FAN INTO POSITION by hanging the
motor assembly onto the hook of the ceiling
mounting bracket allowing it to hang freely.
4. MAKE THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
by connecting the black and blue wire from the fan
to the black wire in the outlet box. Then, connect
the white wire from the fan to the white wire from
the outlet box. Last, connect the green wire from
downrod to the green or ground wire from outlet
box.
NOTE: This procedure is for hanging the fan only.
For fans equipped with wall controls or lights kits,
please refer to insert "A"
5. MOVE FAN INTO POSITION over the four
mounting studs and secure with the provided
washers and nuts
6. INSTALL THE DECORATIVE HOUISNG
over the motor assembly and secure with the four
mounting screws.
1
2
3
6
4 (See Insert"A")
FLUSH MOUNT
CEILING FAN INSTALLATION

INSERT "A" WIRING DIAGRAMS
BLACK (HOT)
WALL
WHITE (NEUTRAL) GREEN (GROUND)
(CONNECT T O
GROUND WIRE
ON HANGER
BRACKET IF
NO HOUSE
GROUND WIRE
EXISTS.)
GROUND
CEILING
HOUSE WIRE SUPPLY
BLUE (OPTIONAL
LIGHT)
BLACK (MOTOR)
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
FAN CONTROLLED BY PULL CHAIN, LIGHT KIT CONTROLLED BY PULL CHAIN.
Fan
BLACK (HOT)
WALL
WHITE (NEUTRAL) GREEN (GROUND)
- (CONNECT TO
GROUND WIRE
ON HANGER
BRACKET IF
NO HOUSE
GROUND WIRE
EXISTS.)
GROUND
CEILING
HOUSE WIRE SUPPLY
BLUE (OPTIONAL
LIGHT) WHITE (NEUTRAL)
FAN CONTROLLED BY PULL CHAIN, LIGHT KIT CONTROLLED BY WALL SWITCH.
LIGHT
SWITCH
WIRING
OPTION 1
BLACK (MOTOR)
Fan
BLACK (HOT)
WALL
WHITE (NEUTRAL) GREEN (GROUND)
- (CONNECT TO
GROUND WIRE
ON HANGER
BRACKET IF
NO HOUSE
GROUND WIRE
EXISTS.)
GROUND
CEILING
HOUSE WIRE SUPPLY
BLUE (OPTIONAL
LIGHT)
BLACK (MOTOR)
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
FAN CONTROLLED BY WALL CONTROL, LIGHT KIT CONTROLLED BY LIGHT SWITCH.
LIGHT
SWITCH
FAN WALL
CONTROL
WIRING
OPTION 2
NOTE: SOME WALL UNITS
INCORPORATE BOTH LIGHT
SWITCH AND FAN WALL
CONTROL IN ONE HOUSING. Fan

Each set of blade holder has gone throuhh stringent
factory testing and is weighed and matched to within
one gram. In addition to size and weigh, grain color,
and texture, and lacquer consistency have aslo been
checked to insure long life in both performance and
beauty.
1. LAYOUT THE BLADES AND BLADE
IRONS, and locate the proper screws for attaching
thr blades to the blade irons.
2. ATTACH BLADE IRONS TO THE BLADES
by using screw (A) through the top of the blade and
into the blade iron. Thread screw (B) through the
bottom of the blade iron.
3. ATTACH THE BLADE ASSEMBLY TO THE
FAN by tightening screw (B) to the fan motor.
4. ATTACH THE SWITCH CUP if not already
attached by connecting the electrical connectors,
sliding the cup into place and securing it with the
provided screws.
YOUR INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE.
1
2
3
AB
FLUSH MOUNT FAN BLADE
INSTALLATION

1
ATTACHING THE SWITCH CUP
Step 1. Remove the screws from the switch cup
plate. While holding the switch cup, firmly snap
the wire molexes together. Next, slide switch
cup up against plate and rotate it until the screw
holes are aligned. Secure switch cup to plate
using the screws removed earlier. (Fig. 1)
NOTE:
NOTE:
DO NOT PINCH WIRES
BETWEEN THE SWITCH HOUSING
AND THE SWITCH CUP PLATE.
Step 2. Attach the pull chain fob to the chain on
the switch cup. (Fig. 1)
REMEMBER to disconnect the power. The fan
blades must already be attached to the fan. The
following instructions should help you install
most light kits. Also refer to the instructions
included with purchased kits.
Step 1. Remove existing switch cup from
bottom of fan. (Fig.18)
Step 2. Remove plug screw in bottom of switch
cup. (Fig.18)
Step 3. Feed black and white wires from light kit
through hole in bottom of switch cup and
thread stem of light kit into same hole until
snug. (Fig.18)
Step 4. Locate the Blue and White wires inside
the switch cup marked "for light" and remove
the plastic wire nuts. Connect the blue wire to
the black wire from the light kit using the plastic
wire nuts. Next connect the white wires
together. (Fig.19)
Step 5. Tuck all wires into the switch cup and
reinstall the switch cup onto the fan. (Fig.19)
Step 6. Attach the pull chain fob to the light kit.
CONNECTING A LIGHT FIXTURE
PLUG SCREW
SWITCH CUP
LIGHT KIT STEM
WHITE
WIRES
BLACK
WIRE
FROM KIT
BLUE WIRE
SWITCH CUP
SWITCH CUP
SWITCH CUP
PLATE WIRE
CONNECTOR
PLUG
SCREWS
PULL
CHAIN
1
2
3

OPERATING YOUR FAN
Restore power to ceiling fan and test for
Restore power to ceiling fan and test for
proper operation.
proper operation.
Speed settings for warm or cool weather
depend on factors such as the room size.
Ceiling height, number of fans, etc.
The Reverse switch is located on the
switch cup. Slide the switch to the Left
for warm weather operation. Slide the
switch to the Right for cool weather
operation.
NOTE:
NOTE:
Wait for fan to stop before
changing the setting of the slide switch.
Warm weather
Warm weather
- (Forward)
A downward airflow creates a cooling
effect as shown in Fig. 1. This allows you
to set your air conditioner on a warmer
setting without affecting your comfort.
Cool weather
Cool weather
- (Reverse)
An upward airflow moves warm air off
the ceiling area as shown in Fig. 2. This
allows you to set your heating unit on a
cooler setting without affecting your
comfort.
SUMMER OPERATION
WINTER OPERATION
The pull chain controls the fan speed as follows:
1st pull - High
2nd pull - Med.
3rd pull - Low
4th pull - Off
1
2

3. If your fan is provided with wood veneer
blades; you can apply a light coat of
furniture polish for additional protection
and enhanced beauty. Cover small scratches
with a light application of shoe polish.
4. Use a lint free lightly damp cloth or
duster to remove dust from the blades.
5. There is no need to oil your fan. The
motor has permanently lubricated bearings.
6. If your fan is provided with glass shades,
clean with lukewarm soapy water and a soft
cloth or sponge. DO NOT IMMERSE
GLASS SHADES IN HOT WATER.
DO NOT PUT GLASS SHADES INTO
AN AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER.
WARNING!
WARNING!
Make sure the power is off at the
Make sure the power is off at the
electrical panel box before you
electrical panel box before you
attempt any repairs. Refer to the
attempt any repairs. Refer to the
section, "Electrical Connections".
section, "Electrical Connections".
Here are some suggestions to help
maintain your fan.
1. Because of the fan's natural movement
some connections may become loose.
Check the support connections, brackets
and blade attachments twice a year. Make
sure they are secure. (It is not necessary to
remove fan from the ceiling).
2. Clean your fan periodically to help
maintain its new appearance over the
years. Use only a soft brush or lint free
cloth to avoid scratching the finish. Plated
finishes are sealed with lacquer to
minimize discoloration or tarnishing. Do
not use water when cleaning, this could
damage the motor, wood blades or
possibly cause an electrical shock.
CARE OF YOUR FAN

TROUBLESHOOTING
Solution
Solution
Check to make sure the wall switch is turned on.
Check circuit fuses or breakers.
Caution! Make sure the power is turned off before performing
Caution! Make sure the power is turned off before performing
the following steps;
the following steps;
Remove canopy and check wire connections.
If using a remote controlled fan; check to see that the deep
switches from transmitter and receiver are set to the same
frequency code.
Check wall control transmitter connections (if applicable).
This is caused by interference, change the code frequency from
the transmitter and receiver. Any code combination will
operate the fan or light (remote controlled fans only).
Allow a 24-hour "break in" period. Most noises associated with
a new fan will go away during this time.
Make sure all blade attachment screws are tight.
Make sure outlet box is secured to building structure, if
necessary use the wood screws provided to further secure outlet
box to joist.
Make sure hanger bracket is secure to the outlet box, screws are
tight.
NOTE:
NOTE:
All blade sets are grouped by weight. Because wood
and plastic blades vary in density, the fan may wobble even
though blades are matched.
Make sure all blade attachment screws are tight.
Make sure outlet box is secured to building structure, if
necessary use the wood screws provided to further secure outlet
box to joist.
Make sure hanger bracket is secure to the outlet box, screws are
tight.
Use the balancing kit provided if the wobble is excessive
(follow instructions included with balancing kit)
Symptoms
Symptoms
Fan Will not Start
Fans/Light Turn On
and Off Unexpectedly
Fan Sounds Noisy
Fan Wobble

SPECIFICATIONS
These are typical readings. Your actual fan may vary. They do not included amps
or wattage used by the light kit.
RPM CFM N.W. G.W. C.F.
42" 120
120
120
0.19
0.30
0.38
10
25
45
120
161
220
800
2400
4700
5.17
kgs 6,17 kgs 0,74'
Fan Size Speed Volts
Amps Watts
Low
Medium
High
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