High Sierra

CERTIFICATE

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.

Minka-Aire warrants to the original owner that this fan will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year

R from the date of purchase, excluding the motor. Minka-Aire warrants to the original owner that the motor in this fan shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for as long as the original purchaser owns the fan, and it remains in the original installation.

This is a limited warranty. Minka-Aire ’s only obligation under this limited warranty is to replace or repair, or refund the purchase price, in Minka-

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Call our customer service department at 1-800-307-3267 to obtain the name of the contact us through our web site, www.minkagroup.net and write to: Ask Mr.Minka if you have any questions or require further assistance.

To obtain warranty service, the owner should return the fan along with proof of purchase to a R authorized dealer shall then, at its sole discretion: repair the fan, replace the fan,refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to the

R consumer’s prior usage of the fan, or if necessary instruct the consumer to contact Minka-Aire directly for warranty service. Minka-Aire will be responsible for the cost of any repair, or replacement for any warranty service provided by a Minka-Aire authorized dealer for product under warranty.

You may also at your preference obtain warranty service by returning the fan directly to return address, and a description of the claimed product defect. Pack carefully; damage sustained in return transit to Minka-Aire will be the original owner’s responsibility. Original owner shall be responsible to pay all shipping charges. To obtain warranty service, you may return a fan that proves to be defective during the warranty period to the following address:

This warranty shall not apply to fans which have been damaged in any way, including improper installation, damage as result of the removal of the fan from the original installation, or damage in shipping. This warranty shall not apply to fans which have been subjected to use for which

the fan was not designed. The purchaser of the fan shall be responsible for any cost of removing the old fan, installing a new fan,or any other costs.

This limited warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties. This limited warranty excludes all incidental and consequential damages, and

R Minka-Aire shall not under any circumstances be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. We encourage you to promptly complete and return the enclosed warranty registration card.However, return of the warranty registration card is not a condition of this warranty.

Date Purchased Store Purchased Model No. F612 Serial No.

SAFETY RULES 1

PACKAGE CONTENTS 2

INSTALLING THE LIGHT KIT PLATE 8

INSTALLING THE LIGHT KIT ASSEMBLY 9

CONTENTS

INSTALLING THE FAN 3

FINISHING THE INSTALLATION 6

BLADE INSTALLATION 7

INSTALLING THE GLASS SHADE & LIGHT BULB 10

HANGING THE FAN

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

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5

OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL/WALL CONTROL 11

TROUBLESHOOTING 13

SPECIFICATIONS 14

1

SAFETY RULES

1. Before you begin installing the fan, shut power off the circut breaker of the fuse box.

2. Be cautious!Read all instuctions and safety information before installing your new fan. Review accompanying assembly diagrams.

3. Make sure that all electrical connections comply with local codes, ordinance, or National Electrical Codes.Hire a qualified electrician or consult a do-it-your self 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 top 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. To operate the reverse function on this fan, press the reverse button while the fan is running.

ATTENTION: The Energy Policy Act of 2005 requires this fan to be equipped with a 190 watt limiting device, If lamping exceeds

190watts, the ceiling fan’s light kit will shut off automatically.

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 understoood that common sense,caution and care are factors which can not be built into this product. These factors must be spplied by the person(s) installing, caring for and operating the unit.

NOTE: READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

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 BOXS COMMONLY USED FOR FAN SUPPORT OF LIGHTING FIXTURES ARE NOT

ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. CONSULT A QUALIFIDE 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 UC7067RYK SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL WITH UC9040T

WALL CONTROL ONLY.

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PACKAGE CONTENTS

Unpack your fan and check the contents.You should have the following items:

1. Fan blades(5)

2. H anger bracket

3. C anopy

4. Canopy cover

5. Coupling cover

6. Standard downrod assembly(6")

Minimum-length downrod(3.5")

7. Fan motor/housing assembly

8. Light kit plate

9. Light kit assembly

10. 13W GU24 bulb(2)

1 1. Glass shade

12. Blade holder (5)

1 3 . Receiver with 6 wire nuts

14 .Transmitter+holder+2 mouting screws

15 .Balancing kit

A. Mounting hardware:

Wire nuts(3)

Machine screws (2)

Wood screws (2)

Star washers (2)

Lock washers (2)

Spring washers (2)

B. Blade attachment hardware:

3/16”*6mm Screws(16)

Paper washers(16)

C. Blade holder attachment hardware:

1/4”*13.5mm screws with lock

washers(11)

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5

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14

A

15

B

12

C

INSTALLING THE FAN

Tools Required: Philips screw driver, slotted screw driver, step-ladder, wire cutters, electrical tape.

PA RALLEL WOOD BRACE

(MIN. 2’’ THICK)

CEILING

JOIST

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 ETL listed metal outlet box. Do not use a plastic outlet box.

Figure1,2 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

R 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 or local hardware store)

CROSS BRACE

CEILING jOIST

FIG. 1

OUTLET BOX

ANGLED CEILING

MAXIMUM 20°ANGLE

RECESSED

OUTLET BOX

FIG. 3

PROVIDE

STRONG

SUPPORT

HANGER

OPENING

must be

FACING

UPSIDE

CEILING JOIST OR

CROSS BRACE

FIG. 2

OUTLET BOX

FIG. 4

HANGER BAR

(OPTIONAL)

OUTLET

BOX

CEILING

JOIST

HANGER

BRACKET

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HANGING THE FAN

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

R parts,hardware or components not supplied by Minka Aire with the fan

R 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 screws and washers included with mounting hardware.(Fig.5)

Stpe 2.Lossen the two set screws and remove the hitch pin and lock pin from the top coupling of the motor assembly.(Fig 6)

Step 3.Remove hanger ball from downrod assembly by loosening set screw,removing the cross pin, and sliding ball off rod.(Fig 7)

Step 4.Carefully feed fan wires up through the downrod(Fig 8).

Thread the rod into the coupling, next line up holes and replace lock pin and hitch pin. Tighten set screws.

Step5.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.

OUTLET BOX

CROSS PIN

HITCH

PIN

SET SCREWS

LOCK

PIN

HANGER

BALL SET SCREW

DOWNROD

DOWNROD

SUPPLY

WIRES

HANGER BRACKET

Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Fig. 8

COUPLING

*OMIT COUPLING

COVER WHEN USING

THE MINIMUM-LENGTH

DOWNROD

LOCK PIN

Fig. 9

DOWNROD

CANOPY

CANOPY

COVER

SE T SCREWS

REGISTRATION

SLOT

Fig. 10

HITCH PIN

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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 is equipped with a learning frequency function which has 256 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 fan whithin 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.

Step 1. Insert Receiver into Hanger Bracket with the flat side of the Receiver facing the ceiling.(Fig.12)

Step 2. Motor to Receiver Electrical Connections: Connect the WHITE wire from the fan to the WHITE wire marked”TO MOTOR N” from the Receiver. Connect the BLACK wire from the fan to the BLACK wire marked”TO MOTOR L” from the Receiver. Connect the BLUE wire from the fan to the BLUE wire marked”For Light” from the Receiver.

NOTE: If your ceiling fan features an UP Light: Connect the ORANGE wire from the fan to the ORANGE wire marked “ For Up Light ” from the Receiver. Otherwise disregard this step and proceed to secure all wire connections with the plastic wire nuts provided.(Fig.13)

Note:Fan must be installed from a maximum distance of 40 feet from the transmitting unit for proper signal transmission between the transmitting unit and the fan’s receiving unit.

Step 3.Receiver 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 receiver. Connect the BLACK wire(Hot) from the outlet box to the BLACK wire marked “AC in L” from the receiver.

Secure all wire connections with the plastic wire nuts provided.(Fig.13)

Step 4.If your outlet box has a GROUND wire (Green or Bare Copper) connect this wire to the Hanger Ball and Hangerf Bracket Ground wires.

If your outlet box does not have a Ground Wire, then connect the

Hanger Ball and Hanger Bracket Ground Wire together. Secure wire connection with the plastic wire nut provided.(Fig. 13)

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.

Fig. 11

RECEIVER

HANGER BRACKET

Fig. 12

OUTLET BOX

BLACK (HOT)

WHITE (NEUTRAL)

GREEN OR BARE

COPPER (GROUND)

RECEIVER

BLUE (FOR LIGHT)

ORANGE

(FOR UPPER LIGHT)

BLUE (FOR LIGHT)

BLACK (MOTOR)

ORANGE

(FOR UPPER LIGHT)

Fig. 13

GROUND-

(GREEN)

(CONNECT TO

GROUND WIRE ON

HANGER BRACKE

IF NO HOUSE

GROUND WIRE

EXISTS.)

WHITE (NEUTRAL)

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FINISHING THE INSTALLATION

Step 1. Tuck connections neatly into ceiling outlet box.

Step 2. Remove one screw from the hanger bracket and loosen the other screw around 1/4” .

Step 3. Align the canopy up to ceiling and over the loose screw. Place the canopy into key hole and rotate canopy clockwise. (Figure 14)

Step 4. Secure the canopy by use previous removed screw.

Step 5. Place the canopy cover to the canopy and rotate canopy cover clockwise until it is locked into right position.(Figure 14)

OUTLET BOX

HANGER

BRACKET

HANGER

BALL

Fig. 14

CANOPY

CANOPY

COVER

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BLADE INSTALLATION

Step 1.Attach the fan blade to the blade holder using the screws and paper washers provided. Tighten screws securely. Repeat process for remaining blades.(Fig.15)

Step2.Remove the rubber stops from motor. Rotate the motor so that the screw holes in motor are aligned with the holes in blade holder and secure with proper screws. Repeat process for the other blade holders.(Fig. 16)

BLADE

Fig. 15

SCREWS

PAPER

WASHERS

Blade

holder

Blade holder

Fig. 16

Blade holder

SCREWS

INSTALLING THE LIGHT KIT PLATE

Step1.Remove 1of 4screws from the mounting ring and loosen the other 3 screws.(Do not remove.)

Step2.Place the key holes from the light kit plate over the 3 screws previously loosened from the mounting ring , turn light kit plate until it locks in place at the narrow section of the key holes. Secure by tightening the 3 screws previously loosened and the one previously removed.(Fig.17)

Mounting ring

Light kit plate

Fig. 17

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INSTALLING THE LIGHT KIT ASSEMBLY

NOTE: Before starting installation, disconnect the power by turning off the

breake or removing the fuse at fuse box.

Step1. Remove one of the three outer screws and loosen the other 2 from the light kit plate.(Do not remove.)(Fig. 18)

Step2. Connect WHITE(BLUE) wire from light kit plate to WHITE(BLACK) wire from light kit assembly with the connector.(Fig.18)

Step3. Place the key holes from the light kit assembly over the 2 screws previously loosened from the light kit plate , turn light kit assembly 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

Light Kit Warranty

“This Ceiling fan Light Kit Fixture is covered by a Limited 2 year Warranty from the

Manufacturer, effective from the date of purchase. This fixture is warranted against defects in the quality of the housing, trims, diffuser, shades, and electrical components. Fixture finishes and/or lamps (bulbs) are expressly excluded from this warranty; refer to bulb manufacturer for lamp warranty.”

OUTER

SCREW

LIGHT KIT PLATE

CONNECTOR

LIGHT KIT ASSEMBLY

Fig .18

INSTALLING THE GLASS SHADE & LIGHT BULBS

WARNING:Shut of the power supply before removing or replacing lamp. If you accidentally come into contact,wipe thoroughly with a clean,lint-free,cotton cloth. Use light bulb in accordance with the fan’s specification.TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM WATTAGE

RATING.

The color correlated Temperature (CCT) for replacing the enclosed lamp is (2700K).

The ballast in each of these models can be replaced by a qualified electrician without cutting of wires and without damage to the housing, trim, decorative elements or carpentry to which the fixture is attached. See installation steps for more detail.

ATTENTION:The Energy Policy Act of 2005 requires this fan to be equipped with a 190 watt limiting device.If lamping execeeds 190 watts,the ceiling fan’s light kit will shut off automatically.

Step1. Install 2*13 GU24 CFL bulbs (included) into socket.(Fig.19)

Step2. Remove the rubber washer, metal washer, metal nut, switch cup and finial from the light kit assembly. Place glass shade over the light kit stem, secure with the rubber washer, metal washer, metal nut, matel cap and finial. Do not over tighten.(Fig.19)

BULBS

RUBBER WASHER

METAL WASHER

METAL NUT

Fig .19

LIGHT KIT

ASSEMBLY

GLASS SHADE

MATEL CAP

FINIAL

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OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL/WALL TRANSMITTER

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.

Restore Power to Ceiling Fan.

A.

Buttons:

These buttons are used to set the fan speeds as follows;

= Low Speed

= Medium Speed

= High Speed

B.

Button:

This button turns the fan off.

C.

Button:

Press and release the button to turn the light ON or OFF, this fan's light will not dim.

E.

(

This button is used to change the direction of the rotation of the blades; forward for warm weather or reverse for cool weather.

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(

This button turns the power Off and On to the Fan and NOTE: If your Remote Control or Wall Control does not have a " " button, Please look for a slide reverse switch on the motor housing.

speed settings for warm or cold weather depend on factors such as room size, ceiling height and number of fans.

NOTE : Wait for fan to stop before changing the setting of the slide switch.

Warm Weather(forward)

A DOWNWARD airflow creates a cooling effect as shown in Figure18.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 19. This allows you to set your heating unit on a cooler setting without affecting your comfort.

Fig. 18

SUMMER OPERATION

Fig. 19

WINTER OPERATION

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CARE OF YOUR FAN

Here are some suggestions to help maintain your fan.

1.Because of the fan’s natural movement some connections may become loose. Check the support connections, brackets and blade attachment twice a year. Make sure they are secure.(It is not necessary to remove fan from the ceiling).

2.Clean your fan periodically to help maintain its new appearance over the years. Use only a soft brush or lint free cloth to avoid scratching the finish. Plated finishes are sealed with lacquer to minimize discoloration or tarnishing.

Do not use water when cleaning, this could damage the motor, wood blades or possibly cause an electrical shock.

3.Use a lint free lightly damp cloth or duster to remove dust from the blades.

4.There is no need to oil your fan. The motor has permanently lubricated bearings.

5.If your fan is provided with glass shades, clean with lukewarm soapy water and a soft cloth or sponge.DO NOT IMMERSE

GLASS SHADES IN HOT WATER. DO NOT PUT GLASS SHADES

INTO AN AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER.

WARNING

MAKE SURE THE POWER IS OFF AT THE ELECTRLCAL PAEL BOX

BEORE YOU ATTEMPT ANY REPAIRS. REFER TO THE

SECTION”ELECTRICAL CONECTIONS”.

SYMPTOM

Fan will not start

SOLUTION

Check to make sure the wall switch is turned on.

Check circult fuses or breakers.

Caution! Make sure the power is turned off before performing the following steps.

Remove canopy and check wire connections.

Check wall control transmitter connections(if applicable).

Note:fan must be installed at a maximum distance of 40 feet from the transmitting unit for proper signal transmission between the transmitting unit and the fan’s receiving unit.

TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM

Fan Sounds Noisy

SOLUTION

Allow a 24 - hour “ break in ” period. Most noises associated with a new fan will go away during this time.

Make sure the screws that attach the fan blade holder to the motor hub is tight.

Make sure outlet box is secured to building structure, if necessary use the wood screws provided to fruther secure outlet box to joist.

Make sure hanger bracket is secure to the outlet box,screws are tight.

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SYMPTOM

Fan Wobble

SOLUTION

NOTE:All blade sets are grouped by weight. Because wood and plastic blades vary in density, the fan may wobble even though blades are matched.

Make sure outlet box is secured to building structure, if necessary use the wood screws provided to further secure outlet box to joist.

Make sure hanger bracket is secure to the outlet box, screws are tight.

Use the balancing kit provided if the wobble is excessive (follow instructions included with balancing kit)

SYMPTOM

Lights shut off and will not come back on

SOLUTION

This unit is equipped with a wattage limiting device. Lamping in

excess of 190 watts will disable your ceiling fan’s light kit. To reset

your light kit you must turn the power off and re lamp, keeping the

wattage under 190 watts. Restore power to your ceiling fan and continue normal operation.

SYMPTOM

Fans/Light Turn on and Off Unexpectedly

SOLUTION

This is caused by interference. Please see “Freduency interference” for

step to charge the frequency.

SYMPTOM

Frequency Interference

SOLUTION

1.Turn the power off to your ceiling fan.

2.Please use a small size tool to change the frequency settings on the control system.

3.Returm power to the unit.

Note:After the AC power is on, do not press any other button on the transmitter before pressing the “Stop” button,doing so will cause the procedure to fail.

5.Once the receiver has detected the set frequency, the down light of your fan if applicable will blink twice.(there is no indication if your fan is not equipped with a light).

6.The receiver has now learn the frequency which has been selected on the transmitter. After completing the steps above,you should be able to operate the ceiling fan and light. If the fan is not responding to the transmitter. please turn the power off to the receiver,and repeat the process.

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SPECIFICATIONS

These are typical readings. Your actual fan may vary.

They do not include amps and wattage used by the light (s).

For any additional information about your

Minka Aire Ceiling fan, please write to:

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