3. Installing Your Fan Tools RequiredPhillips screw driver, straight slot screw driver, adjustable wrench, step ladder, and wire cutters.Mounting OptionsIf there isn't an existing UL listed 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). Do not use plastic outlet Note: You may need a longer downrod to maintain proper blade clearance when installing on a steep, sloped ceiling.To hang your fan where there is an existing fixture but no ceiling joist, you may need an installation hanger bar as shown in Figure 4 (available at your Progress Lighting Outlet boxOutlet box
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Figure 1Figure 2 Figure 4 Figures 1,2 and 3 are examples of different ways to mount the outlet box.WARNINGTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR OTHER PERSONAL INJURY, MOUNT FAN ONLY TO AN OUTLET BOX MARKED ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT AND USE THE MOUNTING SCREWS PROVIDED WITH THE OUTLET BOX. OUTLET BOXES COMMONLY USED FOR THE SUPPORT OF LIGHTING FIXTURES MAY NOT BE ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT AND MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN IF IN DOUBT.Figure 3Angled ceilingmaximum45 angleProvide strongsupportRecessedoutlet box
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