minkaAire Sundance F571 Guide

INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARRANTY CERTIFICATE
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Manual design and all elements of manual design are protected by U.S. Federal and/or State Law, including Patent, Trademark and/or Copyright Laws.

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.

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.
To obtain warranty servic 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.
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Date Purchased Store Purchased Model Number Serial Number
F571
Warranty Service Information

CONTENTS
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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 cleaning or maintenance.
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SAFETY FIRST
SUITABLE FOR USE IN
WET LOCATIONS

WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR OTHER PERSONAL INJURY, MOUNT FAN ONLYTO 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, DO NOT USE THIS FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.
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.
This Fan is suitable for Use In Wet Locations When Installed In A GFCI Protected Branch Circuit.
NOTE: READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

1. Fan blade
2. Coupling cover
3. Fan motor/housing ass'y
4. Switch Cup
5. Blade bracket
6. Mounting bracket with
Rubber pad attached
7. Canopy
8. Canopy cover
9a. Standard downrod
assembiy (6”)
9b. Minimum-length
downrod (3.5”)
10. Mounting Hardware :
#8-32X38mm machine
screws (2 pcs)
#10-12X38mm wood
screws (2 pcs)
Spring washers (2 pcs)
Star washers (2 pcs)
Metal washers (2 pcs)
11. Blade Attachment Hardware:
3/16”X6mm screws (16
pcs)
5X10mm metal washers
(16 pcs)
5X10mm rubber washers
(16 pcs)
12. Bracket Attachment
Hardware:
1/4"X12.7mm screws (11 pcs)
13. Switch Cup Hardware:
Pull Chain Fb (1pc.)
Wire Nuts (3 pcs.)
Balancing Kit
14. Rubber Cap (1pc.)
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Unpack your fan and check the contents. You should have the following items:
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2
3
4
5
6
7
9a
8
10 11
12 13
14 9b

BEGIN INSTALLATION
MOUNTING OPTIONS
If there isn't an existing outlet box, then read the following instructions. Shut the
power off at the circuit breaker or fuse box.
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 U.L. Listed metal outlet box marked
"Acceptable for ceiling fan support". Do not use a plastic outlet box.
Figures 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).
Tools Required: Phillips screw driver; slotted screw driver;pliers;wire cutters; electrical tape. 3
CEILING JOIST
CEILING JOIST
OUTLET BOX
CROSS BRACE
PARALLEL WOOD BRACE
(MIN. 2" THICK)
OUTLET
BOX
CEILING JOIST
OR CROSS BRACE
Fig.1 Fig.2
Fig.3 Fig.4
ANGLED CEILING
MAXIMUM 18
ANGLE
PROVIDE
STRONG
SUPPORT
HANGER
OPENING
MUST
BE FACING
UP-SIDE OUTLET BOX
HANGER BAR
(OPTIONAL) CEILING
JOIST
HANGER
BRACKET

HANGING THE FAN
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REMEMBER to shut the power off at the circuit breaker or fuse box.
Step 1. Secure the hanger bracket to the ceiling outlet box using screws
provided with the outlet box and flat washers included with the fan.
(Fig. 5) Note: Optional wood screws are provided for mounting of
hanger bracket directly to buliding structure.
Step 2. Loosen the two set screws in the top coupling of the top
housing assembly. (Fig. 6)
Step 3. Remove downrod hanger ball by loosening set screw, removing
the cross pin, and sliding ball off rod. Remove the hitch pin and lock
pin.(Fig. 7)
Step 4. Carefully feed fan wires up through the downrod and then
through the holes in the rubber cap on the top of the downrod. Insert
the rod into the coupling and tighten onto fan until the holes are
aligned. Next, replace lock pin and hitch pin. Tighten the set screws.(Fig.
8)
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 the
correct position, set screws are tighten and wires are not twisted.
NOTE:DO NOT INSTALL THE COUPLING COVER IF YOU PLAN TO USE THE
MINIMUM LENGTH DOWNROD.
Step 6. Now lift motor assembly into position and place hanger ball into
hanger bracket. Rotate until the check groove has dropped into the
registration slot and seats firmly.(Fig 10)Rod should not rotate if this is
done correctly.
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.

Fig.5 Fig.6 Fig.7
Fig.8
Fig.9
OUTLET BOX
HANGER BRACKET
RUBBER CAP
REGISTRATION
SLOT
SET SCREWS
C R OS S PIN
HANGE R
BALL
DO WNR OD
SET SCREW
LOCK PIN
HITCH PIN

REMEMBER to shut the power off at the circuit breaker or fuse
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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
wrapping the connection with electrical tape.
Step 1. Connect the black(hot)wire from the ceiling to the black and the
blue wires from the fan. Connect the white(Neutral)wire from the
ceiling to the white wire from the fan.(Fig 10)
Step 2. If your outlet has a ground wire(Green or Bare Copper)connect
the fan ground wires (on hanger ball and hanger bracket)to it;otherwise,
connect the fan ground wire on hanger ball directly to hanger bracket.
Step 3. After the splices are made, spread the wires apart so that the
green and white wires are one side of the outlet box and the black wire
(and the blue wire if light kit is installed)are on the other side of the
outlet box. Turn splices upward and tuck them carefully into outlet box.
Figure 11 & 12 Illustrate the wiring connections using optional wall unit.
(Available at your Minka-Aire®Retailer.)
NOTE: If a light kit is not included with your fan, one can be purchased
at your Minka-Aire®Retailer. Use only with light kits marked "Suitable
for use in wet location."
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
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Fig.10
HOUSE WIRE SUPPLY
FAN CONTROLLED BY PULL CHAIN, LIGHT KIT CONTROLLED BY PULL CHAIN.
GREEN (GROUND)
CEILING
WALL
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
GROUND-
(CONNECT TO
GROUND WIRE
ON HANGER
BRACKET IF NO
HOUSE GROUND
WIRE EXISTS.)
BLACK (HOT)
BLUE (OPTIONAL LIGHT)
BLACK (MOTOR)

Fig.12
Fig. 11
HOUSE WIRE SUPPLY
GREEN (GROUND)
CEILING
WALL
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
GROUND-
(CONNECT TO
GROUND WIRE ON
HANGER
BRACKET IF NO
HOUSE GROUND
WIRE EXISTS.)
BLACK (HOT)
LIGHT
SWITCH
BLUE (OPTIONAL
LIGHT)
BLACK (MOTOR)
HOUSE WIRE SUPPLY
GREEN (GROUND)
CEILING
WALL
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
GROUND-
(CONNECT TO
GROUND WIRE ON
HANGER
BRACKET IF NO
HOUSE GROUND
WIRE EXISTS.)
BLACK (HOT)
LIGHT
SWITCH
FAN WALL
CONTROL BLUE (OPTIONAL
LIGHT)
BLACK (MOTOR)
FAN CONTROLLED BY PULL CHAIN, LIGHT KIT CONTROLLED BY WALL SWITCH. FAN CONTROLLED BY WALL CONTROL, LIGHT KIT CONTROLLED BY LIGHT SWITCH.
WIRING
OPTION 1 WIRING
OPTION 2
NOTE: SOME WALL UNITS
INCRPORATE BOTH LIGHT
SWITCH AND FAN WALL
CONTROL IN ONE HOUSING.

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FINISHING THE INSTALLATION
Fig.13
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.
Step 4. Place the canopy cover to the canopy and rotate canopy cover clockwise
until it is locked into right position. (Figure 13)

Step 1. Attach the fan blade to the blade
bracket using rubber washer, metal washer and
screws provided. Tighten screws securely. Repeat
for remaining blades. (Fig. 14)
Step 2. Remove and discard the rubber stops from
the motor.Align holes in blade bracket and motor
and secure with proper screws. Repeat process
with the other blade brackets.(Fig. 15)
ATTACHING THE FAN BLADES
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Fig.14
RUBBER WASHERS
METAL WASHERS
FAN BLADE
BLADE BRACKET
Fig.15
FAN MOTOR
FAN BLADE
BLADE BRACKET

Restore power to ceiling fan and test for
proper operation.
Speed settings for warm or cool weather
depend on factors such as the room
size,ceiling height, number of fans,etc.
The slide switch, on the switch cup,controls
the forward or reverse direction of the fan.
Down or to the left is for warm weather
operation. Up or to the right is for cool
weather operation.
NOTE
Wait for fan to stop before changing
thesetting of the SLIDE SWITCH.
Warm weather- (Forward)
A downward air flow creates a cooling effect
as shown in Figure 16.This allows you to set
your air conditioner on a warmer setting
without affecting your comfort.
Cool weather- (Reverse) An upward airflow
moves warm air off the ceiling area as shown
in Fighre 17.This allows you to set your
heating unit on a cooler setting without
affecting your comfort.
The pull chain on your fan controls the speed
settings as follows:
1st pull-High Speed
2nd pull-Medium Speed
3rd pull-Low Speed
4th pull-Turns Fan Off
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OPERATING YOUR FAN

71.giF61.giF
SUMMER OPERATION WINTER OPERATION

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
attachemets 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 ovetr
the years.
3. Use only a soft brush or lint-free cloth to aviod scratching the finish.
The plating is sealed with a lacquer to minimize discoloration or
tarnishing.
4. There is no need to oil your fan. The motor has permanently
lubricated bearings.
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING
MAKE SURE THE POWER IS OFF AT THE ELECTRICAL PANEL BOX
BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT ANY REPAIRS. REFER TO THE SECTION,
"MAKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS".

Problem
Fan sounds noisy.
Solution
1. Allow a 24-hour "break-in" period. Most
noises associated with a new fan go away
during this time.
2. Make sure all motor housing screws are snug.
3. Make sure the screws that attach the fan
blade bracket to the motor hub are tight.
4. Some fan motors are sensitive to signals
from solid-state variable speed controls. If
you have installed this type of control,
choose and install another type of control
Problem
Fan Wobble
Solution
1.Make sure your hanger bracket and outlet box are
secure.
2.Use the enclosed blade balancing kit if blade wobble
is still excessive.(See instructions included with
the balancing kit.)
NOTE: All blades sets are grouped by weight. Because
plastic injection materials vary in density, the fan may
wobble even though blades are weight matched.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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Problem
Fan will not start.
Solution
1. Check fuses or circuit breakers.
2. Check line wire connections to fan
3. Check to make sure the reverse is
set to one side. If the switch is located
in the middle it might not make
proper contact.
CAUTION: Make sure main power is
off.
and switch wire connections in
switch housing.
Problem Solution