minkaAire Slistream User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARRANTY CERTIFICATE
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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
F888
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 write to: “Ask Mr. Minka” to answer any questions or if you require assistance.

CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES...........................................................................................
PACKAGE CONTENTS............................................................................
INSTALLING THE FAN............................................................................
HANGING THE FAN................................................................................
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS..............................................................
FINISHING THE INSTALLATION.......................................................
ATTACHING THE FAN BLADES..........................................................
INSTALLING THE MOUNTING PLATE.....................................................
INSTALLING THE LIGHT BULB & 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

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.
SUITABLE FOR USE IN
WET LOCATIONS

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 190 watt limiting device. If lamping exceeds 190 watts, the
ceiling fan's light kit will shut off automatically.
NOTE: READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

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1. Fan blades (8)
2. Blade support plates (8)
3. Hanger bracket
4. Canopy
5. Canopy cover
6a. Standard downrod assembly
6b. Minimum-length downrod (for close to
ceiling mounting only)
7. Coupling cover
8. Fan motor/housing assembly
9. Mounting plate
10. Glass Shade
11. Metal light cover (for optional use)
12. 18 Watt GU24 compact fluorescent bulb
13. Hand held remote + holder + 2
mounting screws
14. 12V MN21/A23 battery
15. Balancing kit
A. Mounting hardware:
#10 x 1.5" Wood screws (2 PCs.)
#10 x 3/4" Machine screws (2 PCs.)
Lock washers (2 PCs.)
4mm Star washers (2 PCs.)
Wire nuts (3 PCs. )
Washers (2 PCs.)
B. Blade attachment hardware:
3/16" x 12.3mm Screws (25 PCs.)
Rubber washers (25 PCs.)
C. Downrod Rubber Cover
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Unpack your fan and check the contents.
You should have the following items:
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10
12
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15
14
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5
7
8
B
A
6a
6b
11
C
28
1
2
34
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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).
FIG. 1
FIG. 3
FIG. 2
FIG. 4
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
ANGLED CEILING
MAXIMUM 18 ANGLE PROVIDE
STRONG
SUPPORT
RECESSED
OUTLET BOX
HANGER
OPENING
must be
FACING
UPSIDE
HANGER BAR
(OPTIONAL)
HANGER
BRACKET

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WARNING: All of the parts, hardware and components such as the
hanger bracket and hanger ball 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.
REMEMBER to turn off the power. Follow the steps below to hang your
fan properly:
Step 1. Secure the Hanger Bracket to the ceiling outlet box using the screws
provided with your outlet box in conjunction with the lock-washers
provided with the fan. (Fig. 5)
Step 2. Loosen the two Set Screws and remove the Hitch Pin and Lock Pin
from the coupling located on the top of the Motor Assembly. (Fig. 6)
Step 3. Remove the Hanger Ball from the Downrod Assembly by loosening
the Set Screw and removing the Cross Pin. (Fig. 7)
Step 4. Carefully feed fan wires up through the downrod. (Fig. 8) Thread
Downrod into the Coupling until the holes are lined up and secure with
the Lock Pin and Hitch Pin previously removed, tighten Set Screws. (Fig. 9)
Step 5. Slip coupling cover, canopy cover and canopy onto downrod. (Fig.
9) Carefully reinstall hanger ball onto rod being sure that cross pin is in
correct position, set screws are tighten and wires are not twisted.
Step 6. Place downrod rubber cover onto the hanger ball. (Fig. 9)
Step 7. Lift the Motor Assembly and place the Hanger Ball into the Hanger
Bracket. Rotate the Motor Assembly as needed until the check groove
from the Hanger Ball rests firmly over the registration tab from the
Hanger Bracket. Motor Assembly should not rotate if this is done
correctly. (Fig. 10)
HANGING THE FAN

OUTLET BOX
HANGER BRACKET
DOWNROD
SUPPLY
WIRES
Fig. 5
Fig. 7 Fig. 8Fig. 6
CROSS PIN
HANGER
BALL
DOWNROD
HITCH
PIN LOCK
PIN
SET SCREWS
SET SCREW
Fig. 9
DOWNROD
CANOPY
HITCH PIN
LOCK PIN
COUPLING
*OMIT COUPLING
COVER WHEN
DOWNROD
THE MINIMUM-LENGTH
SET SCREWS
DOWNROD
RUBBER COVER
CANOPY
COVER
Fig. 10
REGISTRATION
SLOT

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING: To avoid possible electrical shock be sure electricity is turned off at the
main fuse or breaker box before wiring.
NOTE: The Aire Control®System for this DC motor fans is equipped with a learning
frequency function which has 32 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. 11) No frequency change is necessary, should you desire to install
another Minka Aire DC motor fan within the same home or area with a separate frequency
code please see the "frequency interference" troubleshooting section of this instruction
manual to learn how to change the frequency.
FREQUENCY
Fig. 11
The “D (DIMMER)” selection is the light dimmable selection and is to be used with all bulbs
except for CFL bulbs. The “ON (ON/OFF)” selection is the light on only (no dimming
function) and is to be used with CFL bulbs as CFL bulbs cannot be dimmed properly. The CFL
bulb included with this fan is not dimmable. The switch has to be set at "ON."

Step 1. Motor to House Supply Wires Electrical Connections: Connect the WHITE wire (Neutral) from
the outlet box to the WHITE wire marked "AC in N" from the motor. Connect the BLACK wire (Hot)
from the outlet box to the BLACK wire marked "AC in L" from the motor. Secure all wire connections
with the plastic wire nuts provided. (Fig. 12)
Step 2. If your outlet box has a GROUND wire (Green or Bare Copper) connect this wire to the
Hanger Ball and Hanger Bracket Ground wires. If your outlet box does not have a Ground Wire, then
connect the Hanger Ball and Hanger Bracket Ground Wires together. Secure wire connection with
the plastic wire nut provided. (Fig. 12)
After all splices are made, check to make sure there are no loose strands. As an additional precaution
we suggest to secure the plastic wire connectors to the wires with electrical tape.
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
WHITE ("AC IN N")
GREEN OR BARE
COPPER (GROUND)
GROUND
(GREEN)
(CONNECT TO
GROUND WIRE
ON HANGER
BRACKE IF NO
HOUSE GROUND
WIRE EXISTS.)
BLACK (HOT)
BLACK ("AC IN L")
Fig. 12

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Step 1. Remove 1 of the 2 screws from the bottom of the hanger bracket and loosen the
other one half a turn from the screw head.
Step 2. Slide the canopy up towards the hanger bracket and place the key hole on the canopy
over the screw on the hanger bracket, turn canopy until it locks in place at the narrow
section of the key holes. (Fig. 13)
Step 3. Align the circular hole on canopy with the remaining hole on the hanger bracket,
secure by tightening the two set screws.
Note: Adjust the canopy screws as necessary until the canopy and canopy cover are snug.
FINISHING THE INSTALLATION
Fig. 13
OUTLET BOX
HANGER
BRACKET
HANGER
BALL
CANOPY
CANOPY
COVER

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ATTACHING THE FAN BLADES
Insert one fan blade into the blade slot on the motor
housing and secure with the blade support plate,
rubber washers, and screws. Securely tighten screws.
Repeat process with other blades. (Fig 14) Secure the
last screw through the blade hole. (Fig 15)
Fig. 15
FAN BLADE
SLOT
BLADE SUPPORT
PLATES
SCREWS AND
RUBBER WASHERS
Fig. 14

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INSTALLING THE MOUNTING PLATE
Step 1. Remove 1 of 3 screws from the mounting ring and loosen the other 2 screws. (Do not remove)
Step 2. Place the key holes from the mounting plate over the 2 screws previously loosened from the
mounting ring, turn mounting plate until it locks in place at the narrow section of the key holes.
Secure by tightening the 2 screws previously loosened and the one previously removed. (Fig. 16)
MOUNTING
PLATE
SCREWS
MOUNTING RING
Fig. 16
600-1
(PL019)
PL-190C

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Fig. 17
ATTENTION: The Energy Policy Act of 2005 requires this fan to be
equipped with a 190 watt limiting device. If lamping exceeds 190
watts, the ceiling fan's light kit will shut off automatically.
Step 1. Install 1x18 Watt GU24(MLS18GUWW) compact fluorescent
bulb (included). Note: This fan and bulb is not designed to dim.
Step 2. Raise glass shade up against bottom of fan housing and secure
it to the fan by turning the glass shade clockwise until snug. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN. (Fig. 17)
NOTE: The metal light cover included with your fan is an option to
replace the glass for the light in the event that you prefer not to use
the light feature of your fan. The metal light cover is not necessary for
the light operation; it can be saved for later use if desired. (Fig. 18)
INSTALLING THE LIGHT BULB & GLASS SHADE
GLASS SHADE
BULB
600-1
(PL019)
PL-190C
Fig. 18
METAL
LIGHT
COVER
600-1
(PL019)

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OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL/WALL CONTROL
B. Reverse button:
This button is used to change the direction of
the rotation of the blades; forward for warm
weather or reverse for warm weather.
C. button:
This button turns the power Off and On to
the Fan.
D. Button:
These buttons turn the light ON or OFF, this
fan's light will not dim. The following
instructions apply to ceiling fans that feature
a DOWN light ( button) only or ceiling fans
Your DC brushless motor is equipped with a self
learning frequency function remote control.
Restore power to ceiling fan and test the
transmitter as below for proper operation:
A. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 button:
These six buttons are used to set the fan
speed as follows:
1 = minimum speed
2 = low speed
3 = medium low speed
4 = medium speed
5 = medium high speed
6 = high speed
that feature an UP light ( button) and 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.
Remote Control only: Install a A23 12 volt battery (included). To prevent damage to transmitter remove the battery if not used for long periods of time.
IMPORTANT: THIS REMOTE CONTROL & DC FAN MOTOR ARE DESIGNED TO PERFORM A ONE TIME SELF CALIBRATION TEST. THIS TEST WILL
IMPORTANT: THIS REMOTE CONTROL & DC FAN MOTOR ARE DESIGNED TO PERFORM A ONE TIME SELF CALIBRATION TEST. THIS TEST WILL
BEGIN ONCE A NEW CODE HAS BEEN SET, AND WILL LAST APPROXIMATELY SIX MINUTES.
BEGIN ONCE A NEW CODE HAS BEEN SET, AND WILL LAST APPROXIMATELY SIX MINUTES.

Note: The auto learning function will only
mandate within 60 seconds when turning the
fan’s AC power ON.
1. Select desired frequency from the back of
transmitter.
2. Press the transmitter’s “Off” button, and hold
the “Off” button for over 5 seconds. Once the
receiver has detected the frequency, the fan will
automatically begin to operate and start to
rotate in the counter-clockwise direction and on
the highest RPM for 3 minutes. When
counter-clockwise rotation has finished, the fan
will automatically reverse to clockwise direction
again to the highest RPM for 3 minutes. Fan will
shut off when the self calibration test has
finished. The total self calibration test will last
about 6 minutes.
Note: During self calibration test, the remote
will be non-function.
Note: The learning frequency function and self
calibration test will continue to retain the last
set frequency and calibration set even when the
AC power is shut off. If the frequency is
changed the self calibration test will occur
again.
1. Lock position: The DC motor has a built-in
safety against obstruction during operation. The
motor will get locked operation and disconnect
power after 30 seconds if interruption occurs.
Please remove obstacles before re-set.
2. Over 38W protection: When the receiver
detects motor power consumption which is
greater than 38W, the receiver’s power will stop
and operation will be immediately discontinued.
Turn the receiver power on after 5 seconds.
3. “D” and “ON” dip switch:
The “D” selection is the light dimmable selection
and is to be used with all bulbs except for CFL
bulbs. The “ON” selection is For CFL bulbs.

Fig 19 Fig 20
Speed settings for warm or cold weather depend on
factors such as room size, ceiling height and number of
fans.
NOTE: Wait for the fan to stop before reversing the
direction of the blade rotation.
Warm Weather (forward)
A DOWNWARD airflow creates a cooling effect as
shown in Figure 19. This allows you to set your air
conditioner on a warmer setting without affecting your
comfort.
Cool Weather (Reverse)
An UPWARD airflow moves warmer air off the ceiling
area as shown in Figure 20. This allows you to set your
heating unit on a cooler setting without affecting your
comfort.
SUMMER OPERATION WINTER OPERATION