Regency GLADIATOR GL3 User manual

• GLADIATOR (GL3) • with DC motor
• CEILING FAN OWNER'S MANUAL •
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Style that revolves around you.
WARNING: Read and follow these instructions carefully and be mindful of all warnings shown throughout.

GENERAL INSTALLATION & OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS:
1. To ensure the success of the installation, be sure to read the instructions and review the diagrams thoroughly
To ensure the success of the installation, be sure to read the instructions and review the diagrams thoroughly
before beginning.
before beginning.
2. To avoid possible electric shock, be sure electricity is turned off at the main power box before wiring.
To avoid possible electric shock, be sure electricity is turned off at the main power box before wiring.
All
electrical connections must be made in accordance with local codes, ordinances and/or the National Electric
Code. If you are unfamiliar with the methods of installing electrical wiring and products, secure the services of a
qualified and licensed electrician as well as someone who can check the strength of the supportive ceiling
members and make the proper installation(s) and connections.
3. Make sure that your installation site will not allow rotating fan blades to come in contact with any object. Blades
should be at least 7 feet from floor.
4. When mounting on a ceiling outlet box, an approved box UL listed as "suitable for fan support"
"suitable for fan support"
is required. The
box and its supporting members must be able to support the moving weight of the fan's listed weight. The box
must not be able to twist or work loose. Installation on a concrete ceiling should be performed by qualified
personnel.
5. Blades should be attached after motor housing is hung and in place. Fan motor housing should be kept in the
carton until ready to be installed to protect its finish. If you are installing more than one ceiling fan, make sure
that you do not mix fan blade sets,
do not mix fan blade sets,
as each blade is part of a weighted set.
6. After making electrical connections, spliced conductors should be turned upward and pushed carefully up into
outlet box. The wires should be spread apart with the common conductor and the grounding conductor on one
side of the outlet box, and the "HOT" wires on the other side.
7. Electrical diagrams are for reference only. Light kits that are not packed with the fan must be UL listed and
should be installed per the light kit's installation instructions.
8. After fan is completely installed, check to make sure that all connections are secure to prevent fan from falling
and/or causing damage or injury.
9. The fan can be made to work immediately after installation - the bearings are adequately charged with grease so
that, under normal conditions, further lubrication should not be necessary for the life of the fan.
10. To operate the reverse function on this fan, press the reverse button while the fan is running.
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Weight of Fan: 19.3 Lbs

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Your new ceiling fan has been designed to provide many years of service and enjoyment.
• Disconnect power by removing fuse or turning off circuit breaker before installing the fan and/or optional lighting.
Disconnect power by removing fuse or turning off circuit breaker before installing the fan and/or optional lighting.
• Support directly from building structure.
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, mount to outlet box marked "acceptable for fan
"acceptable for fan
support"
support"
and use mounting screws provided with the outlet box. Most outlet boxes commonly used for the support
of lighting fixtures are not acceptable for fan support and may need to be replaced. Consult a qualified electrician if
in doubt.
• Do not use an incandescent light dimmer. Do not use this fan with any transformer type fan speed control device.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the blade arms when installing them, balancing the blades or
cleaning the fan. Do not insert any objects(s) between rotating fan blades.
NOTE:The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all
NOTE:The important precautions, 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 carefulness
possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense, caution and carefulness
are factors which cannot be built into this product. These factors must be supplied by the person(s) installing, caring
are factors which cannot be built into this product. These factors must be supplied by the person(s) installing, caring
for, and operating the unit.
for, and operating the unit.
Warnings:
Warnings:
TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED
• Phillips screwdriver
• Blade screwdriver
• Wrench or pliers
• Wire cutter
• Stepladder
• Wiring supplies as required by
electrical code

UNPACKING YOUR FAN
1. Unpack your fan and check the contents. Do not discard the carton. If warranty replacement or repair is ever
necessary, the fan should be returned in original packing. Remove all parts and hardware. Do not lay motor
housing on its side, or the decorative housing may shift, be bent or damaged.
2. Examine all parts. You should have the following:
1. Fan blades (5) (Model: TB60-xx, packed in separate box.) (CAUTION: This GLADIATOR (GL3) Ceiling Fan
must only be used with the Models "TB60-xx, W154, W354 and 56" Décor MatchTM" Blades, it is not
intended to be used with any other REGENCY®Fan blades.)
2. Hanging bracket
3. Ceiling canopy
4. Canopy screw cover plate
5. Downrod/ball assembly
6. Decorative collar cover
7. Fan housing with motor (Remove and discard rubber shipping supports around motor, if included on your fan.
Save screws.)
8. Blade arms (5)
9. Detachable switch housing mounting plate
10. Detachable switch housing
11. Transmitter+holder+2 mounting screws
12. Bracket mounting hardware (wood screws, screws, lock washers, washers, wire nuts)
13 and 14. Blade to blade arm screws, w/washers (16) *2 set of screws are provided-a long set and a short set,
depending on which type of blades you choose for your fan.
NOTE: Design of parts shown above may look slightly different for your specific model of fan.
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION:
Verify you have all parts before beginning the installation. Check foam insert closely for missing parts. Remove motor
from packing. To avoid damage to finish, assemble motor on soft padded surface or use the original foam inset in motor
box. Do not lay motor housing on its side as this could result in shifting of motor in decorative enclosure.
Do not lay motor housing on its side as this could result in shifting of motor in decorative enclosure.
Caution:
Caution:
To avoid possible electrical shock, be sure
electricity is turned off at the main power box before
wiring. All wiring must be in accordance with National and
Local Electrical Codes and the ceiling fan must be grounded
as a precaution against possible electric shock.
1. Locate ceiling joist where fan is to be mounted, being
sure location agrees with the requirements in the
minimum clearance section of this guide. Wood joist
must be sound and of adequate size to support 35 lbs.
(See Page 1, Items 3 and 4).
2. If not already present, mount a UL listed outlet box
marked "suitable for fan support" following the
instructions provided with the outlet box. The outlet box
must be able to support a minimum of 35 pounds.
3. Attach hanger bracket to outlet box using screws
using screws
provided with the outlet box.
provided with the outlet box.
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Parts identification on assembled fan
Blade
Blade
Arm
Detachable
Switch
Housing
Collar
Cover
Downrod
Canopy
Motor
Housing
INSTALLING THE HANGING BRACKET
Ceiling Fan
Outlet Box
Hanger
Bracket
Outlet Box
Screw
Flat Washer
Spring Washer
Fig. 1

INSTALLING THE FAN
1. Carefully support fan body (motor) in its styrofoam packing with the mounting collar (where the wires come out)
facing upward.
2. Loosen the two set screws and remove the downrod pin and cotter pin from the top coupling of the motor assembly.
3. Remove ball from the downrod by loosening set screw in the side of the ball. Slide ball down and remove ball pin;
remove ball.
4. Feed the wires from top of fan through end of the downrod of choice and set end of downrod into mounting collar so
the hole in the downrod lines up with the hole in the side of the mounting collar.
5. Insert downrod pin through holes in mounting collar and downrod; slip cotter pin through small hole in end of
downrod pin to hold downrod in place.
6. Tighten jam screws against downrod using a large flat blade screwdriver to ensure a tight fit against downrod. Tighten
nuts against mounting collar.
NOTE:
NOTE:
Fan has 6 feet of hook-up wire in case
you are using a long extension downrod. Wires
can be cut so only 8 inches or so extend beyond
the top of the downrod to make the electrical
connections easier and safer.
7. Feed wires through collar cover and slide
collar cover down the downrod to top of fan.
8. Feed wires through canopy screw cover plate
and canopy, then slide both over downrod to
lay on top of collar cover. It will be attached
to ceiling later.
9. Feed wires through ball and slide ball over
downrod, past hole in the top end of the
downrod. Insert ball pin (removed in step 3),
slide ball up, and tighten set screw to secure
ball in place.
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Hook-up (3)
Wires
Ground
Wire
Ball
Canopy
Canopy Screw
Cover Plate
Downrod
Mounting Collar
Downrod Pin
Top of
Fan Body
Collar Cover
Security Screws
Cotter
Pin
Fig. 2

INSTALLING THE FAN
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING: To avoid damaging the blade arms and blades,
do not install them onto fan until fan is fastened to ceiling.
1. Lift ball/downrod/fan into hanging bracket opening.
NOTE: The tab opposite hanging bracket opening should fit
in slot on ball.
WARNING: To avoid possible electrical shock be sure electricity is turned off at the main fuse or breaker box before
wiring.
1. Connect the fan supply (black) wire to the black household supply wire as shown in Figure 4.
2. Connect the neutral fan (white) wire to the white neutral household wire. (Fig. 4)
3. 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.
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Slot
Tab
Outlet Box
Black ("AC IN L")
White ("AC IN N")
White (Neutral)
Black (Motor)
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Green or bare
copper (ground)
Ground (green)
(Connect to ground wire on
hanger bracket if no house
ground wire exists.)

FINISHING THE INSTALLATION
BLADE ATTACHMENT
1. Tuck connections neatly into ceiling outlet box.
2. Slide the canopy up to ceiling and over the 2 screws on
the hanger bracket. Rotate canopy clockwise. Next, while
holding the canopy with one hand, slide the canopy
screw cover plate over the screws and rotate clockwise
until tight. NOTE:
NOTE:
adjust the canopy screws as necessary
until the canopy and canopy screw cover plate are snug.
WARNING:
WARNING:
Make sure the hook on the hanging bracket
properly sits in the groove in the hanger ball before attaching
the canopy to the bracket by turning the housing until it
drops into place.
1. Place fiber washer on screw. Insert this assembly through the blade and start the screw into the blade arm. Repeat this
procedure without tightening the screw until all 3 screws have been started into the blade arm (Fig. 6).
NOTE:
NOTE:
Fans that have painted finishes are packed with gaskets that can be used between the blade arm and blade to
help prevent a clicking noise that may develop if blade screws loosen over time.
2. Tighten each screw starting with center screw.
3. Fasten blade assembly to motor with provided screws and lock lockwashers. Repeat procedure for remaining blades
(Fig. 7). Make sure screws are TIGHT!
TIGHT!
Loose motor screws can contribute to unnecessary hum during operation.
NOTE:
NOTE:
Cordless power screwdrivers are NOT
NOT
recommended, as they tend to strip the heads of the screws and usually
will not fully compress the lock washers on the motor screws. Use a large flat blade screwdriver for final tightening to
fully compress the washers. This will help ensure proper alignment of the blades and noise-free, wobble-free running.
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Canopy
Screws
Canopy Screw
Cover Plate
Ceiling Fan
Outlet Box
Hanger
Bracket
Fig. 5
Fig. 6 Fig. 7
Screw Fiber Washer
Blade Arm Blade
Install gasket between
blade arm and blade
(optional)
Screws
Blades Assembly

INSTALLATION OF DETACHABLE SWITCH HOUSING
MOUNTING HUB
1. Remove one of the three screws on the mounting hub located on the fan motor.
2. Loosen the other two screws.
3. Install detachable switch housing mounting hub to mounting hub.
4. Pass the 2 light wires through the center hole of the detachable switch housing mounting hub.
5. Line up the two slotted holes with the two loose screws on the mounting hub located on fan motor.
6. Re-install the third screw removed and tighten all three.
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Fig. 8
Light Wires
Mounting Hub
(bottom of motor) Detachable Switch Housing
Mounting Hub
Screws

INSTALLATION OF REMOVABLE SWITCH HOUSING
NOTE: Be sure the power is off before installing.
NOTE: Be sure the power is off before installing.
1. Loosen the 3 side screws on switch housing mounting hub halfway.
2. If installing light kit, carefully remove light kit plug in bottom of switch housing. Attach the light kit to the switch
housing per instructions supplied with light kit. (Follow the instructions included with the kit.)
3. Attach the switch housing to the switch housing hub.
4. Align the side screws with keyhole slots on edge of switch housing and tighten the side screws.
5. Turn the power on. Your Regency Ceiling Fan is now ready to enjoy!
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Fig. 9
Light Wires
Switch Housing
Keyhole Slot (x3)
Optional Light Kit
connects to bottom
of Switch Housing
Side Screw (x3)
Detachable Switch Housing
Mounting Hub

OPERATING YOUR TRANSMITTER
Your DC brushless motor is equipped with a automatically learned type
remote control. Restore power to ceiling fan and test the transmitter as below
for proper operation:
Install one 23A/12V battery (included). To prevent damage to transmitter,
remove the battery if not used for long periods of time (Fig. 10)
A. I, II, III, IV, V and VI button:
These six buttons are used to set the fan speed as follows:
I = minimum speed
II = low speed
III = medium low speed
IV = medium speed
V = medium high speed
VI = high speed
B. button:
This button turns the fan off.
C. Reverse button:
This button is to control fan direction
D. Light button
This button is to control light. Switch the “D” and “ON” dip switch on the
back of transmitter to decide the light in “ON/OFF” or “Dimmable” condition.
E. SET code setting button:
Follow the below steps to use the SET button
Step 1 Turn on the AC power for the controller after finishing the fan installation.
Step 2 Turn fan power on, press and hold SET button on the back of transmitter
for 5 seconds within 60 seconds, the transmitter learning is completed after the
light flashes twice.
Step 3 Speed setting: After setting the transmitter learning, press the highest
speed for setting the rotational speed. It will be down around 120 seconds.
Step 4 Same as step 3, reverse and press the highest speed, it will be down
around 120 seconds.
NOTE: If you want to change the blades: turn the power off change the blades
turn the power onreplay the step 2,3,4.
F. “D” and “ON” dip switch:
The “ON” selection is the light dimmable selection and is to be used with
all bulbs except for CFL bulbs. The “D” 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 receiver provides the following protective function:
1. Lock position: The DC motor has a built-in safety against obstruction
during operation. The motor will be locked operation and disconnect power
after 30 seconds of interruption. Please remove obstacles before re-set.
2. Over 80W protection: When the receiver detects motor power consumption
which is greater than 80W, the receiver power will be stopped and operation
will immediately discontinue. Turn the receiver power on after 5 seconds.
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Fig. 10
Fig. 11
ON ECE
1234
ON
D
ON ECE
ON
D

INSTALLING THE TRANSMITTER HOLDER
1. Remove the cover from the holder.
2. Attach the holder with the two screws provided.
3. Replace the cover into holder.
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Fig. 14
Cover
Holder
Screws
Fig. 12 Fig. 13
Speed settings for warm or cold weather depend on factors such as room size, ceiling height and number of fans.
NOTE:
NOTE:
To operate the reverse function on this fan, press the button while the fan is running.
Warm Weather (forward):
A DOWNWARD airflow creates a cooling effect as shown in Figure 12. 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 13. This allows you to set your heating
unit on a cooler setting without affecting your comfort.

CARE AND CLEANING
Periodically it may be necessary to re-tighten blade to blade arm screws or blade arm to motor screws to prevent clicking
or humming sound during operation. This is especially true in climates with broad temperature and humidity ranges.
When dusting the blades, you must support the blade to prevent bending - no pressure should be applied to the blades.
If you experience any flaws in the operation of your fan, please check the following points.
TROUBLESHOOTING - INCASE OF DIFFICULTY
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Switch off power supply before carrying out any of these checks.
1. If fan will not start: Check main and branch circuit breakers and/or fuses. Check line wire connections to fan housing
wiring. Make sure forward/reverse switch is set to one or the other position, not stuck in between. Confirm remote
control/receiver is operating (refer to P.6)
2. If fan is noisy: Check and make sure that all screws in motor housing are snug (but not over tight). Check that the
screws securing blade arms to the motor are tight. Check that wire connectors in switch housing are not rattling
against each other or the interior wall of the switch housing. Check that all glassware is finger tight and that bulb(s)
are well held in the sockets, if a light kit is used. Check that the canopy is firmly attached to hanging bracket and not
vibrating against ceiling.
3. If fan wobbles: Check that all blades are firmly screwed into blade arms. Check that all blade arms are firmly secure to
the motor. Check to make sure that light kit (if present) is firmly attached to switch housing and that all glassware
and shades are fastened properly. Wobble can also result from even the smallest deviations in distance from blade tip
to blade tip. If measurements from blade tip to blade tip are not equal, loosen screws connecting blade to blade arm
one at a time and adjust blade(s) so that distances are equal. Interchanging adjacent blades may redistribute mass and
result in smoother operation. Blade arms can be bent slightly to restore same pitch to all blades if a blade is different
than the other blades when viewed edge on. Most wobble can be traced to a loose electrical box or mounting bracket.
Make sure these are tight and the ball is completely seated in the bracket.
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