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Panama®
Using Existing Ceiling Fixture Outlet Box
After turning the power OFF at its source (either
the circuit breaker or fuse box), lower the old xture
and disconnect the wiring. Check the ceiling xture
outlet box to be sure it is marked “Approved for
Ceiling Fan Mounting.” If it is not, a new box must
be installed.
GETTING STARTED
Installing a New Ceiling Fixture Outlet Box
If you do not have an existing xture located where
you wish to place your Casablanca fan, an ap-
proved ceiling xture outlet box must be installed
and wired.
Note: The weight of this fan is 24 to 26 pounds,
depending on model.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of re, electrical shock, or
personal injury, mount to outlet box marked
“Acceptable Fan Support of 22.7 kg (50
lbs.) or less” using the mounting hardware
provided with the outlet box.
CEILING HARDWARE (not to scale)
WARNING!
Support directly to building structure only.
CROSSBAR MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALLATION
Note: After removing the old xture, check the outlet
box to insure that it is supported by a joist or beam
across its upper surface. If not, a 2 x4 stud must be
installed.
Step 1a. Remove the knockout plug in the center
of the outlet box or drill a
1
/
2
-inch hole for the lag
screw to pass through. Then drill a
1
/
4
-inch guide
hole into the joist or beam to a depth of 3 inches.
Step 1b. Route the outlet box wires through the
keyhole slot of the crossbar mounting bracket as
shown. Attach the crossbar mounting bracket to the
outlet box with the screws provided, making sure
the outlet box wires are not pinched by the washer.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of personal injury, use only
the mounting hardware provided with the
approved outlet box to install the crossbar
mounting bracket.
Crossbar Mounting Bracket
Lag Screw and Washer (1)
1" x 8-32 Roundhead Screw and Washer (2)
2
1
/4" x 8-32 Roundhead Screw (2)
Wire Nut (4)
Joist
Ceiling-Fan-
Approved
Wiring Box
Ceiling Wiring
Crossbar
Mounting Bracket
Green Ground Wire
Ridge side down
1" x 8-32
Roundhead Screw
Washer
FAN INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
Damp Location rated fans required a Ground
Fault Interrupter(GFI). use a weather-proof
outlet box, properly connect ground wires,
and use only under a weather-proof structure