minkaAire DREAM STAR F788L Guide

INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARRANTY CERTIFICATE
DREAM STAR
U.S. Patent Pending; 29/622,751

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The Minka-Aire® warranty is for one (1) year from the date of purchase from an authorized Minka-Aire® dealer.
This warranty is only valid to the original purchaser or user against all defects in material and workmanship (light bulbs
excluded) for one (1) full year. Additionally, Minka-Aire® warrants the motor only for the lifetime of the Minka Aire ceiling
fan (excluding wall controls and electrical components), to the original purchaser or user.
* The warranty is voided with the use of any non- Minka-Aire®electrical devices, E.g., wall controls or electrical dimmer switches, etc…
* The warranty is void once the original purchaser or user ceases to own the fan or the fan is moved from its original point of installation.
* The warranty is void with the use of any hanger bracket (non-Minka Aire or non-fan specific) other than the hanger bracket supplied & installed
with this specific fan.

Date Purchased Store Purchased Model Number Serial Number
F788L
Warranty Service Information
To obtain warranty service during the warranty period, the purchaser should return the fan with the sales receipt to the original place of
purchase. The authorized Minka-Aire® dealer, at its sole discretion, will either repair or replace the fan after verifying the legitimacy of the warranty
claim. Replacement is subject to availability of the same model. If the model is unavailable it will be replaced by one of equal value. This is a
limited warranty; the original purchaser or user is responsible for the cost of removal and reinstallation of repaired or replacement product.
To obtain the name of the Minka-Aire® authorized dealer nearest you call the Minka-Aire® customer care department at 1-800-307-3267, or
contact Minka-Aire® through www.minkagroup.net and select FAQ to answer any questions or if you require additional assistance submit the
question form found there.

CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES...........................................................................................
PACKAGE CONTENTS............................................................................
INSTALLING THE FAN............................................................................
PREPARING THE CANOPY...................................................................
HANGING THE FAN................................................................................
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS..............................................................
FINISHING THE INSTALLATION.......................................................
ATTACHING THE FAN BLADES..........................................................
INSTALLING THE LIGHT KIT ........................................................................
INSTALLING THE LED LIGHT KIT ..............................................................
INSTALLING THE GLASS SHADE ............................................................
OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL/WALL CONTROL.............
CARE OF YOUR FAN......................................................................................
TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................
SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................
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1151 W. Bradford Court, Corona, CA 92882 For Customer Assistance Call: 1-800-307-3267
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SAFETY RULES
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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 performing any maintenance or cleaning.

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, 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 ELECTRONIC SHOCK, THIS FAN ONLY CAN USE UC7084T REMOTE CONTROL ONLY.
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.
ATTENTION:
ATTENTION:
The Energy Policy act of 2005 requires this fan to be equipped with a limiting device. If lamping exceeds 75 watts the ceiling fan
light kit will shut off automatically.

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Unpack your fan and check the contents. You should have the following items:
Mounting hardware:
#10 x 1.5" Wood screws (2 PCs.)
#8 x 3/4" Machine screws (2PCs.)
Lock washers (2 PCs.)
4mm Star washers (2 PCs.)
Wire nuts (3 PCs. ),
Washers (2 PCs.)
Blade attachment hardware:
Blade upper section screws (3/16”x
18mm) with flat washers & rubber
washers (17 PCs.)
Blade Lower section screws (3/16”x
13mm) with rubbers washers (17 PCs.)
Extension cords 18" x 1 set & 24" x 2 set
1. Fan blades (8)
2. Canopy assembly (hanger bracket &
seat, canopy and decorative canopy)
3. Downrod assembly
4. Coupling cover
5. Fan motor/housing assembly
6. Mounting plate
7. 18W LED Light kit
8. Glass Shade
9. Receiver
10. Remote control with holder and 2
mounting screws
11. 12V MN21/A23 battery
12. Balancing kit
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Tools Required: Phillips screw driver; slotted screw driver; step-ladder; wire cutters; electrical tape.
INSTALLING THE FAN
MOUNTING OPTIONS
If there isn't an existing mounting box, then read the following instructions. Disconnect the
power by removing 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 Listed metal outlet box. Do not use a plastic outlet box.
Figure 1, 2 and 3 are examples of different ways to mount the outlet box.
Note: You may need a longer downrod to maintain proper blade clearance when installing on a
steep, sloped ceiling. Longer downrods are available from your Minka-Aire®dealer.
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® dealer).

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PREPARING THE CANOPY
Fig. 5
DECORATIVE
CANOPY
CANOPY
SCREWS
HANGER
BRACKET
Step 1. Remove the decorative canopy from the canopy assembly by turning the decorative canopy
counterclockwise.
(Fig. 5)
Step 2. Remove the two non-slotted canopy mounting screws from the canopy, and loosen the slotted
canopy mounting screws on the canopy.
Step 3. Remove the canopy from the mounting bracket by turning the canopy counterclockwise.