minkaAire Calais F544 Series User manual

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year from the date of purchase, excluding the motor. Minka-Aire®warrants to the original owner that the motor in this fan
shall be free from defects in This is a limited warranty. Minka-Aire®only obligation under this limited warranty is to replace
or repair, or refund the purchase price, in Minka-Aire®sole discretion without charge to the original owner, of the fan once Minka-Aire®confirms that
the fan has a defect covered by this limited warranty.
Call our customer service department at 1-800-307-3267 to obtain the name of the Minka-Aire®authorized dealer closest to your location, or
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authorized dealer shall then, at its sole discretion: repair the fan, replace the fan, refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to
the consumer's prior usage of the fan, or if necessary instruct the consumer to contact Minka-Aire®directly for warranty service. Minka-Aire®will be
responsible for the cost of any repair, or replacement for any warranty service provided by a Minka-Aire®authorized dealer for product under
warranty.
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and return address, and a description of the claimed product defect. Pack carefully; damage sustained in return transit to Minka-Aire®will be the
original owner's responsibility. Original owner shall be responsible to pay all shipping charges. To obtain warranty service, you may return a fan that
proves to be defective during the warranty period to the following address:
Minka-Aire®- Warranty Service, 1151 W. Bradford Court, Corona, CA 92882

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of the fan from the origial installation, or damage in shipping. This warranty shall not apply to fans which have been subjected to use for which the
fan was not designed. The purchaser of the fan shall be responsible for any cost of removing the old fan, installing a new fan, or any other costs.
This limited warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties. This limited warranty excludes all incidental and consequential damages, and
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Date Purchased Store Purchased Model No. F544 Serial No.

CONTENTS
1151W. Bradford Court, Corona CA 92882 For Customer Assistance Call: 1-800-307-3267
SAFETY FIRST 1
PACKAGE CONTENTS 2
HANGING THE FAN 3
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4
ATTACHING THE BLADES 5
INSTALLING THE LIGHT KIT & GLASS SHADE 6
OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL/WALL CONTROL 7
CARE OF YOUR FAN 8
TROUBLESHOOTING 9
SPECIFICATIONS 10

1. Before you begin installing the fan, 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.
6. 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 reversing fan direction.
1
SAFETY FIRST

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 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, tDO 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 FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.
NOTE: READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

1. Mounting bracket
2.Fan motor assembly
3. Fan housing
4. Glass
5. Medallion
6. Blade holder(5 pcs)
7. Fan blade(5 pcs)
8. Light Kit
9. Cap
10. Balancing kit
11. Hand Held Remote
Transmitter with Wall
Holster (includes 2
2
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Star washers (2 pcs)
Flat washers (2 pcs)
C. Blade Holder Hardware:
1/4"X11mm screws (11
pcs)
D. Wire Nuts (3 pcs)
E. Plug (4 pcs)
F. 1/4"X13mm screws (4
pcs)
mounting screws and
A23, 12v battery)
12. Receiver pre-installed in
13. 60W bulb (2pcs)
fan motor.
A. Blade Attachment Hardware:
3/16"X8mm screws (21
pcs)
B. Mounting Hardware :
#8-32X38mm machine
screws (2 pcs)
#10X38mm wood screws
(2 pcs)
Spring washers (2 pcs)

HANGING THE FAN
3
Fig.1
OUTLET
BOX
GROUND
WIRE
WASHER
LOCK WASHER
SCREW
MOUNTING
BRACKET
MOUNTING BRACKET
SCREW
SCREW
MOTOR
Fig.2
REMEMBER to turn off the power. Follow the steps below to
hang your fan properly;
Step 1. Attach the mounting bracket to the outlet box with 2
screws and washers provided. Make sure the bracket is tight
and secured (Fig. 1)
Step 2. Insert the bracket from the motor into the slot of the
mounting bracket and install the bracket with 4 screws
provided. Make sure the bracket is tight and secured (Figs. 2
and 3).
WARNING: All of the parts, hardware and components have been
provided for your safety and the proper installation of your new
ceiling fan. The use of other parts, hardware or components not
supplied by Minka Aire with the fan will void the Minka Aire
Warranty.
Tools Required: Phillips screw driver; slotted screw driver; step-
ladder; wire cutters; electrical tape.

Fig.3
SCREW

4
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Note: The universal hand held remote control System is equipped with
learning frequency function which has 256 code combinations to prevent
potential interference from other remote units. The frequency on your
Receiver and Transmitter units have been preset at the factory. (Fig.4).
No frequency change is necessary, should you desire to install another fan
within the same home or area with a seperate frequency code please see
the “frequency interference ” troubleshooting section of this instruction
manual to learn how to change the frequency.
Follow the steps below to connect the fan to your house supply wires.
Use the wire nuts supplied with your fan. Secure the wire nuts by wrapp-
ing the connection with electrical tape.
WARNING: To avoid possible electrical shock be sure electricity is
turned off at the min fuse or breaker box before wiring.
Step 1. Connect the black (hot) wire from the ceiling to the black and
the black wires from the fan. Connect the white (Neutral) wire from the
ceiling to the white wire from the fan. (Fig. 4)
Step 2. If your outlet has a ground wire (Green or Bare Copper) connect
the fan and mounting bracket ground wires to it, otherwise, connect the
fan ground wire directly to the mounting bracket ground wire. (Fig. 5)
Step 3. Place motor housing over motor and align the holes to the mou-
nting bracket. Secure with the 4 screws provided. (Fig. 6)

Fig.4

Fig.5 Fig.6
MOTOR HOUSING
MOUNTING BRACKET
SCREW
WHITE(NEUTRAL)
BLACK(HOT)
BLACK(MOTOR)
GREEN(GROUND)
WHITE (NEUTRAL) GROUND-
(CONNECT TO
GROUND WIRE
ON HANGER
BRACKET IF NO
HOUSE GROUND
WIRE EXISTS.)

Step 1. Attach the fan blade to the medallion & the blade
bracket using the screws provided. Tighten screws securely.
Repeat for remaining blades. (Fig. 7)
Step 2. Align holes in blade bracket and motor and secure
with proper screws. Repeat process with the other blade
brackets. (Fig. 8)
Step 3. Use the 4 plugs provided to cover the motor housing
screw holes. (Fig. 8)
ATTACHING THE BLADES
5
BLADE HOLDER
Fig.8
SCREW
SCREW
FAN BLADE
MEDALLION
Fig.7
SCREW PLUG

6
Use light bulb in accordance with the fan's specifications. DO NOT
EXCEED THE MAXIMUM WATTAGE RATING.
Step 1. Remove 1 of the 3 screws from the lamp holder plate and
loosen the other 2 (do not remove). (Fig. 9)
Step 2. Snap the connector plugs from the fan and light kit. Place
the light kit plate over the two screws previously loosened (via the
two key holes) and turn until it locks into place. Install the 3rd
screw previously removed and securely tighten all three screws.
(Fig. 9)
Step 3. Install 2-60W candelabra bulbs (included). (Fig. 10)
Step 4. Remove the finial, hex nut and washer from the threaded
nipple. (Fig. 10).
Step 5. Install the glass shade and secure with the the cap & the
washers, nut and finial previously removed. (Fig. 11)
INSTALLING THE LIGHT KIT & GLASS SHADE

Remote Control fans only: Install the A23, 12v battery (included) . To prevent damage to transmitter remove the battery if not used for long
periods of time.
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Restore Power to Ceiling Fan
A. Buttons:
These buttons are used to set the fan speeds
as follows; = Low Speed
= Medium Speed
= High Speed
B. Button:
This button turns the fan off.
C. Button:
These buttons turn the light ON or OFF and also
control the brightness settings of the
light. The following instructions apply
to ceiling fans that feature a DOWN
light ( button) only or ceiling fans that
feature a DOWN light ( button) that are
controlled independent of each other;
Press and release the button for the desired light
to turn the light ON or OFF. Press and hold the
button to set the desired light brightness. The
light will cycle between bright and dim settings
as long as the button is pressed.
The light key has an automatic auto-resume
feature that allows the light to remain at the same
brightness as the last time it was turned off.
D. OFF-ON Slide Button (Wall Control Fans
Only) This button turns the power Off and On
to the Fan and Light(s).
E. Button: (Full Function Remote Control
Units Only) This button is used to change the
direction of the rotation of the blades; forward
for warm weather or reverse for warm
weather.
OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL/WALL CONTROL

Here are some suggestions to help you 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 ceiling.)
2. Clean your fan periodically to help maintain its new appearance over
the years. Do not use water when cleaning. This could damage the
motor, or the wood, or possibly cause an electrical shock.
3. Use only a soft brush or lint-free cloth to avoid scratching the finish.
The plating is sealed with a lacquer to minimize discoloration or
tarnishing.
4. You can apply a light coat of furniture polish to the wood for
additional protection and enhanced beauty. Cover small scratches with
a light application of shoe polish.
5. There is no need to oil your fan. The motor has permanently
lubricated bearings.
6. All glass should be cleaned using lukewarm soapy water and a soft
cloth or sponge. DO NOT IMMERSE GLASS IN HOT WATER. DO NOT
PUT GLASS INTO AN AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER.
WARNING
MAKE SURE THE POWER IS OFF AT THE ELECTRICAL PANEL BOX
BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT ANY REPAIRS. REFER TO THE SECTION,
"MAKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS".
8
CARE OF YOUR FAN

SYMPTOM
Fan will not start
SOLUTION
1. Allow a 24-hour "break in"
period.
Most noises associated
with a new fan will go
away during this time.
2.Make sure all blade
attachment screws are tight.
3.Make sure outlet box is
secured to building structure, if
necessary use the wood
screws provided to further
secure outlet box to joist.
4.Make sure hanger bracket
is secure to the outlet box,
screws are tight.
TROUBLESHOOTING
9
SYMPTOM
Lights shut off and will not
come back on.
SOLUTION
1. This unit is equipped with a wa-
ttage limiting device Lamping in
excess of 190 watts will disable
your ceiling fans light kit. To re-
set your light kit you must turn
the power off and relamp Keep-
ing the wattage under 190 watts.
Restore power to your ceiling fan
and continue normal operation.
SYMPTOM
Fan/Light turn on and off unexpectedly
SOLUTION
2.This is caused by interference. Ple-
ase see “Frequency interference”
for steps to change the frequency.
SYMPTOM
Fan will not start
SOLUTION
1.Check to make sure the wall switch is turned on.
2.Check circuit fuses or breakers.
3.Cantion! Make sure the power is turned
off before performing the following steps.
4.Remove canopy and check wire connections.
5.Check wall control transmitter connections
(if applicable).
6.Note: Fan must be installed from a maximum
distance of 40 feet from the transmitting unit
for proper signal transmission between the
transmitting unit and the fan's receiving unit.
SYMPTOM
Fan Wobble
SOLUTION
1.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.
3.Make sure outlet box is secured to
building structure, if necessary use
the wood screws provided to further
secure outlet box to joist.
4.Make sure hanger bracket is secure to
the outlet box, screws are tight.
5.Use the balancing kit provided if the
wobble is excessive (follow instructions
included with balancing kit)
2.Make sure all blade attachment screws
are tight.

SYMPTOM
Frequency interference
SOLUTION
1.Turn the power off to your ceiling fan.
2.lease use a small size tool to change the frequency setting on the control system.
3.Return power to the unit Note: After the AC power is on,do not press any other
button on the transmitter before pressing the “Stop” button, doing so will cause the
procedure to fail.
4.Within 60 seconds of turning the Fan’s AC power ON.Press the transmitter’s Stop”
button for 10 seconds.
5.Once the receiver has detected the set frequency, the down light of your fan if
applicable will blink twice. (there is no indication if your fan is not equipped with
a light).
6.The receiver has now learn the frequency which has been selected on the transmitter.
After completing the steps above, you should be able to operate the ceiling fan and
light. If the fan is not responding to the transmitter, please turn the power off to
the receiver, and repeat the process.