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Will ceiling fans help me save energy and money?
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How high should my ceiling fan hang?
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Can I hang a ceiling fan from a plastic junction box?
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If I hang a ceiling fan from a sloped ceiling will it hang straight?
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What size ceiling fan do I need?
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Which direction should my fan turn in the summer?
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Can I use any ceiling fan outdoors?
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Do I need an outdoor light for an outdoor fan?
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My fan is wobbling, how do I make it stop?
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My fan is making a clicking sound, how do I make it stop?
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My fan sounds like it is grinding or humming, what is wrong?
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My remote control is not working correctly, what should I do?
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Can a fan remote wall control be mounted in a multiple gang junction box?
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I have a remote control fan and it turns on and off on its own, what could be
wrong?
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Are the blades of the ceiling fans interchangeable?
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1. Will ceiling fans help me
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A ceiling fan saves energy all year long. In warmer weather it
can make a room feel up to seven degrees cooler by creating a "wind chill"
effect. You can set your thermostat higher and save up to 40% on air
conditioning bills. In the winter, you can run the fan in reverse to
recirculation the hot air trapped near the ceiling. You can set your thermostat
lower and save on heating cost as the fan provides even, comfortable
temperatures throughout the room. Either way, you conserve valuable energy,
making a ceiling fan a wise investment for you and the environment. Look to
Lighting and Ceiling Fans, the world's leader in ceiling fans, to deliver
maximum savings on your heating and cooling bills. Lighting and Ceiling Fans
will assure you that your fan will provide maximum comfort and savings when
compared home air conditioning. A ceiling fan is an energy saving appliance.
And remember, saving energy helps protect the environment and helps save your
money!
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2. How high should my ceiling
fan hang?
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A ceiling fan should hang 8 or 9 feet from the floor. A longer
down rod may be necessary to achieve this height. Fan manufactures have
optional down rods to make this possible.
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3. Can I hang a ceiling
fan from a plastic junction box?
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A ceiling fan must always be hung from a metal junction box. A
plastic box will eventually crack with the vibration of a ceiling fan and can
be fatal.
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4. If I hang a ceiling fan
from a sloped ceiling will it hang straight?
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If the slope of your ceiling is less than 30 degrees the fan
will hang straight. Be sure that the placement of the fan on the slope will
allow adequate room for the blades. A down rod of at least 18 inches usually
takes care of this issue. Most manufacturers stock an optional sloped ceiling
adapter for ceilings that have a steeper slope.
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5. What size ceiling fan do
I need?
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For maximum efficiency choose a fan to fit the size of your
room. For a room up to 75 square feet which is like a bathroom, choose a 29
inch to 36 inch of total blade span fan. Medium sized rooms up to 144 square
feet can fit ceiling fans from 36 inches to 42 inches in total blade span. The
larger bedrooms and family rooms around 225 square feet work most efficiently
with fans that are 50 inches to 54 inches in total blade span. In some cases
you may want to include two or more fans to accommodate the ceiling space.
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6. Which direction should my
fan turn in the summer?
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In the summer your fan should turn forward (counter clockwise)
and in the winter it should be in reverse (clockwise). Lamp shades 15 inches
wide or more supply the most ample light for reading
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7. Can I use any ceiling
fan outdoors?
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You should always use an outdoor ceiling fan if it will be
hung outside or in a damp area. The motor of an outdoor ceiling fan is sealed
from moisture and dirt. The blades are made of ABS instead of wood to prevent
warping.
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8. Do I need an outdoor light for an
outdoor fan? |
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Yes, an outdoor light is sealed to keep out moisture and dirt.
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9. My fan is wobbling, how
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A wobbling fan is a direct result of an incorrect assemble of
the junction box. Please follow the steps below to secure the problem:
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Make sure that the "J" box is directly secured to the ceiling joist.
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If wobbling persists, use the balancing kit to help secure the fan.
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If problem is not solve give us a call and we will schedule one of our license
technician.
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10. My fan is making a
clicking sound, how do I make it stop?
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If the fan is making a clicking sound is a direct result of an
incorrect assemble. Please follow the steps below to secure the problem:
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Check to see if a screw or nut is loose.
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Check the fan pole mounts to make sure its secured.
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Check the mounting bracket located under the canopy to make sure its secured.
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Make sure that all your screws and nuts are tighten
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If problem is not solve give us a call and we will schedule one of our license
technician.
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11. My fan sounds like it
is grinding or humming, what is wrong?
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If the fan is making a clicking sound is a direct result of an
incorrect assemble. There are several things that could be wrong, follow the
steps below:
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Check the wall switch to see if there is a regular dimmer on the wall. This may
create a restrictive power to the fan causing the motor to not operate
properly.
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Check the glass where the dimmer attaches to the light kit, made sure it is
tighten.
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Check the light bulb to see if it is touching the glass.
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If noise continues, give us a call and we will schedule one of our license
technician.
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12. My remote control is not
working correctly, what should I do?
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There are several reasons to why your remote isn't working,
here are some solutions to fit the problem:
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Check your batteries to see if it needs to be replace.
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Once new batteries are in place, check the indicator light. If the indicator
light is not working, then the remote need to be reprogrammed.
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Check the dipswitches in both the remote and the receiver to make sure both are
in the same position.
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If the switches are in the correct position and the remote is not functioning,
the alternative cause could be the receiver in the fan.
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Check the wall switch by flipping it on and off, then retry.
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If all fails, please check the accesories page or give us a call with the item
number to replace the remote.
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Will wall control fit into a standard receptacle? |
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Yes. The wall remote is designed to fit into a standard wall
receptacle.
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14. I have a remote control fan
and it turns on and off on its own, what could be wrong? |
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The remote controls are designed to use radio frequency to
control the fan and lights. The cause of your remote turning on and off on its
own may be because it is picking up another radio frenquency. They are designed
to pick up any range up to 40ft. If you have multiple fans in your home using
different remotes, you will need to change the individual remotes to different
frequencies.
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Are fan blades be interchangeable? |
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Depending on the capabilities of each blades,
we do provide a wide range of interchangeable
blades, however, not all blades are made to
interchange. To receive a complete list of capabilities,
contact us for assistance.
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