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Donaire
52” CEILING FAN
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FAN RATING AC 120V. 60Hz
QUICK ASSEMBLY NOTES:
* Do not wire in fan while house wires are Live. Turn power off at breaker before installation
begins.
* Do not use any controls, wall or remote, other than those provided by
* Please do not use any electric or battery powered tools in the assembly and installation of this
or any other Matthews Fan Company product.
Matthews Fan Company.
For Wet Location
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Tools and Materials Required.........................................................................................
Package Contents .........................................................................................................
Safety Rules...................................................................................................................
Mounting Options...........................................................................................................
Hanging the Fan ............................................................................................................
Make the Electric Connections.......................................................................................
Finishing the Installation.................................................................................................
Attaching the Fan Blades..............................................................................................
Installing the Light Kit.....................................................................................................
Operating the Remote Control......................................................................................
Operating Your Fan .....................................................................................................
Care of Your Fan...........................................................................................................
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................
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1. TOOLS AND MATERIALS
REQUIRED
Philips screwdriver
Blade screwdriver
11 mm wrench
Step ladder
Wire cutters
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2. PACKAGE CONTENTS
Unpack your fan and check the contents. You should
have the following items:
a. Blade set (3)
b. Blade support plates (3)
c. Hanger bracket
d. Canopy
e. Canopy bottom cover
f. Downrod Rubber Cover
g. Ball / downrod assembly
h. Secure ring
i. Coupling cover
j. Fan motor assembly
k. Mounting plate
l. LED Light kit
m. Glass shade
n. Additional metal light cover
o. Receiver with 5 wire nuts
p. Transmitter+holder+2 mounting screws
q. 23A/12V battery
r. Allen wrench
s. Package hardware
1) Mounting hardware:
wood screws (2), screws (2),
lock washers (2), washers (2),
star washers (2), wire nuts (3)
2) Blade attachment hardware:
screws with lock washers (10)
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3. SAFETY RULES
1. To reduce the risk of electric shock, insure
electricity has been turned off at the circuit
breaker or fuse box before beginning.
2. All wiring must be in accordance with the
National Electrical Code and local electrical
codes. Electrical installation should be
performed by a qualified licensed electrician.
3. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical
shock and fire, do not use this fan with any
solid-state fan speed control device.
4. WARNING: To Reduce The Risk Of Fire,
Electric Shock, Or Personal Injury, Mount To
Outlet Box Marked Acceptable for Fan
Support of 15.9 kg (35 lbs) or less 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.
8. To avoid personal injury or damage to the fan
and other items, be cautious when working
around or cleaning the fan.
9. Do not use water or detergents when cleaning
the fan or fan blades. A dry dust cloth or lightly
dampened cloth will be suitable for most
cleaning.
10. After marking electrical connections, spliced
conductors should be turned upward and
pushed carefully up into outlet box. The
wires should be spread apart with the
grounded conductor and the equipment
-grounding conductor on one side of the
outlet box.
11. Electrical diagrams are reference only. Light
kit that are not packed with the fan must be
UL Listed and marked suitable for use with
the model fan you are installing. Switches
must be UL General Use Switches. Refer to
the Instructions packaged with the light kits
and switches for proper assembly.
5. The fan must be mounted with a minimum of 7
feet clearance from the trailing edge of the
blades to the floor.
6. To operate the reverse function on this fan,
press the reverse button while the fan is
running.
7. Avoid placing objects in the path of the blades.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL
INJURY, DO NOT BEND THE BLADE
BRACKETS (ALSO REFERRED TO AS
FLANGES) DURING ASSEMBLY OR AFTER
INSTALLATION. DO NOT INSERT OBJECTS IN
THE PATH OF THE BLADES.
NOTE
SUITABLE FOR USE IN WET LOCATIONS!
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4. MOUNTING OPTIONS
If 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
15.9 kgs (35lbs) or less. Do not use plastic outlet
boxes.
Figures 1,2 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 a steep,
sloped ceiling. (Fig. 3)
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.
Angled ceiling
maximum 25
Figure 1
Outlet box
Figure 2
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Outlet box
Provide strong
support
Recessed
outlet box
Figure 3
Outlet box
Figure 4
Ceiling
mounting
bracket
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5. HANGING THE FAN
Before touching a screw driver thoroughly
read these instructions.
Warning/Caution: Before installing fan, turn off
power at service panel and check all visible
screws and bolts for tightness.
1. Remove the decorative canopy bottom cover
from the canopy by turning the cover counter
clockwise. (Fig. 5)
2. Remove the hanger bracket from the canopy
by removing the 1 of 2 screws from the
bottom of the hanger bracket and loosening
the other one a half turn from the screw head.
Next, turn the canopy counter clockwise to
removing the hanger bracket from the
canopy. (Fig. 5)
3. Secure the hanger bracket to the ceiling outlet
box using screws and washers included with
your outlet box. (Fig. 6)
Electrical
box
Ceiling
hanger
bracket
Mounting screws
(supplied with
electrical box)
Ceiling
hanger
bracket
Ceiling
canopy
Canopy
cover
Figure 5
Hook
Figure 6
4. Loosen the two set screws and remove the
hitch pin and lock pin from the central
shaft/top coupling of the motor assembly.
Doing so will allow the down rod to enter the
central shaft. (Fig. 7)
5. Route wires exiting from the top of the fan
motor through the coupling cover, secure
ring, canopy cover and canopy and then
through the ball/downrod. (Fig. 7)
6. Align the holes at the bottom of the downrod
with the holes in the collar on top of the
motor housing. Carefully insert the hitch pin
through the holes in the collar and downrod.
Be careful not to jam the pin against the
wiring inside the downrod. Insert the lock pin
through the hole near the end of the hitch pin
until it snaps into its locked position. (Fig. 7)
Warning/Caution: Failure to properly install
lock pin as noted in step 6 could result in fan
loosening and possibly falling.
Supply wires
Downrod
Secure ring
Coupling
cover
Hitch pin
Downrod
rubber cover
Canopy
Canopy cover
Allen wrench
Set screws
Lock pin
7. Tighten two set screws on top of the fan
motor firmly and fasten the secure ring using
the Allen wranch provided.
8. Place downrod rubber cover onto the hanger
ball.
Figure 7
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9. Now lift the motor assembly into position and
place the hanger ball into the hanger bracket.
Rotate down rod until the "Check Tab" has
dropped into the "Registration Slot" and the
down rod and ball assembly seat firmly. The
down rod and ball assembly should not rotate
if this is done correctly. (Fig. 8)
10. An additional safety support is provided to
prevent the fan from falling. Secure the safety
cable to the ceiling joist with screw and
washer. (Fig. 8)
6. MAKE THE ELECTRIC
CONNECTIONS
Warning: The power should have already been
disconnected. Follow the steps below to connect
the fan to your household wiring. Use the wire
nuts supplied with your fan. Secure the wire
nuts with electrical tape. Make sure there are no
loose strands or connections.
Screw
Safety cable
Registration
slot
Figure 8
NOTE:
The Hand Held Remote Control units
included with your ceiling fan are equipped with
16 code combinations to prevent possible
interference from or to other remote units. The
frequency switches on your Receiver and
Transmitter units have been preset at the
factory. Please re-check to make sure the
switches on both units are set to the same
positions. The frequency settings should be
changed only in case of interference or if a
second or more remote controlled ceiling fans
are installed in the same room. Any code
combination will operate the ceiling fan and light
as long as the Receiver and Transmitter units
are set to the same codes. (Fig. 9)
1. Insert Receiver into Hanger Bracket with the
flat side of the Receiver facing the ceiling. (Fig.
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Figure 9
Hanger
bracket
Receiver
Figure 10
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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. Proceed to secure all wire
connections with the plastic wire nuts provided.
Connect the BLUE wire from the fan to the
BLUE wire marked "For Light" from the receiver.
Proceed to secure all wire connections with the
plastic wire nuts provided. (Fig. 11)
OUTLET BOX
BLACK (HOT)
BLACK ("AC IN L")
RECEIVER
BLACK ("TO MOTOR L")
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
GREEN OR BARE
COPPER (GROUND)
WHITE ("AC IN N")
WHITE ("TO MOTOR N")
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.
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. 11)
4. If your outlet box has a GROUND wire
(Green or Bare Copper) connect this wire to
the Hanger Ball and Hanger Bracket Ground
wires. If your outlet box does not have a
Ground Wire, then connect the Hanger Ball
and Hanger Bracket Ground Wires together.
Secure wire connection with the plastic wire
nut provided. (Fig. 11)
BLUE (FOR LIGHT)
BLUE (FOR LIGHT)
BLACK (MOTOR)
GROUND(GREEN)
Figure 11
(3 GROUND WIRES
ON CEILING FAN)
WHITE (NEUTRAL)
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7. FINISHING THE
INSTALLATION
1. Tuck connections neatly into ceiling outlet
box.
2. Slide the canopy up to hanger bracket and
place the key hole on the canopy over the
screw on the hanger bracket, turn canopy
until it locks in place at the narrow section of
the key holes. (Fig. 12)
3. Align the circular hole on canopy with the
remaining hole on the hanger bracket, secure
by tightening the two set screws. Note:
Adjust the canopy screws as necessary until
the canopy and canopy cover are snug.
Warning: Make sure tab at bottom of hanger
bracket is properly seated in groove of
hanger ball before attaching canopy to
bracket. Failure to properly seat tab in groove
could cause damage to electrical wiring.
Outlet box
Hanger
bracket
Screws
Canopy
Canopy cover
Figure 12
8. ATTACHING THE FAN
BLADES
Insert the blade through the slot in the
housing. Align the holes in the blade and the
fan motor assembly and secure with the
blade attachment screw (with lock washer)
and blade support plate.
Repeat this procedure with the remaining
blades.
Blades
Blade
support
plates
Screws with
lock washers
Figure 13
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9. ATTACHING THE
MOUNTING PLATE
Step 1. Remove the 1 of 3 screws from the
mounting ring and keep it for future use. Loosen
the other 2 screws. (Do not remove)
Step 2. Place the key holes on the mounting plate
over the 2 screws previously loosened from the
mounting ring, turn mounting plate 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 removed. (Fig. 14)
10. INSTALLING THE LIGHT
KIT
Mounting
plate
Mounting ring
REMEMBER: To disconnect the power.
If you do not plan to install the light
kit with your fan at this time, skip
step 2 & 4.
1. Remove 1 of 3 screws from the mounting plate
and loosen the other 2 screws. (Do not remove)
2. Raise and hold the LED light kit close to the
mounting plate and proceed to do the wire
connections. Make the 2-pin wire connections:
(Fig. 15)
- Red to white
- Black to black
NOTE: Please DO NOT connecting the light kit
wire if installing the optional metal light cover.
3. Place the key holes from the light kit over the 2
screws previously loosened from the mounting
plate, turn the light kit 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 removed. (Fig. 15)
Connectors
Screws
Figure 14
Mounting plate
LED Light kit
Screws
4. Raise glass shade up against bottom of fan
housing and secure it to the fan by turning the
glass shade clockwise until snug. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN.
5. If installing the optional metal light cover, make
sure is securely tighten.
NOTE: The metal light cover included with your
fan is an option to replace the glass for the light in
the event that you prefer not to use the light
feature of your fan. The metal light cover is not
necessary for the light operation; it can be saved
for later use if desired.
Glass shade
Figure 15
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11. OPERATING THE
REMOTE CONTROL
Install 12V MN21/A23 battery (included).
To prevent damage to transmitter, remove the
battery if not used for long periods. (Fig. 16)
Restore Power to Ceiling Fan.
A. H, M, L Buttons:
These buttons are used to set the fan speeds as
follows;
L: Low Speed
M: Medium Speed
H: High Speed
B. OFF Button:
This button turns the fan off. When fan is turned
off, a momentary increase in speed can occur
before the fan slows and then finally stops.
C. ACCESSORY Button:
This button is used to turn on and off the light kit
and also controls the brightness setting. Press
and release this button to turn the light on or off.
Press and hold the button to set the desired
brightness. The light button has an autoresume, it will stay at the same brightness as
the last time it was turned off.
Figure 16
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Figure 17
D. REV Button:
This button is to control fan direction.
12. OPERATING YOUR
FAN
Speed settings for warm or cool weather depend
on factors such as the room size. Ceiling height,
number of fans and so on.
NOTE: To operate the reverse function on this
fan, press the reverse button while the fan is
running.
Warm weather - (Forward) A downward airflow
creates a cooling effect as shown in Fig. 18.
This allows you to set your air conditioner on a
warmer setting without affecting your comfort.
Cool weather - (Reverse) An upward airflow
moves warm air off the ceiling area as shown in
Fig. 19. This allows you to set your heating unit
on a cooler setting without affecting your comfort.
Figure 18
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13. CARE OF YOUR FAN
Here are some suggestions to help you maintain your fan
1. Because of the fan's natural movement, some connections may become loose. Check the support
connections, brackets, and blade attachments twice a year. Make sure they are secure. (It is not
necessary to remove fan from 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. The plating is sealed with a lacquer to minimize discoloration
or tarnishing. Do not use water when cleaning. This could damage the motor, or possibly cause an
electrical shock.
3. There is no need to oil your fan. The motor has permanently lubricated bearings.
IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE THE POWER IS OFF AT THE ELECTRICAL PANEL BOX BEFORE YOU
ATTEMPT ANY REPAIRS. REFER TO THE SECTION "MAKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS".
14. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Fan will not start.
Fan sounds noisy.
Remote control
malfunction.
Fan wobble.
Solution
1. Check circuit fuses or breakers.
2. Check line wire connections to the fan and switch wire connections in the switch
housing. CAUTION: Make sure main power is off.
3. Check that the battery of the remote is functional.
1. Make sure all motor housing screws are snug.
2. Make sure the screws that attach the fan blade bracket to the motor hub is tight.
3. Make sure wire nut connections are not rubbing against each other or the interior wall
of the switch housing. CAUTION: Make sure main power is off.
4. Allow a 24-hour "breaking-in" period. Most noise associated with a new fan disappear
during this time.
5. If using an optional light kit, make sure the screws securing the light plate are tight.
6. Some fan motors are sensitive to signals from solid-state variable speed controls. If
you have installed this type of control, choose and install another type of control.
7. Make sure the upper canopy is a short distance from the ceiling. It should not touch the
ceiling.
1. Do not connect the fan with a wall mounted variable speed control(s).
2. Make sure the dip switches are set correctly.
1. Check that all blade and blade arm screws are secure.
2. Most fan wobbling problems are caused when blade levels are unequal. Check this
level by selecting a point on the ceiling above the tip of one of the blades. Measure this
distance.Rotate the fan until the next blade is positioned for measurement. Repeat for
each blade. The distance deviation should be equal within 1/8".
3. If the blade wobble is still noticeable, interchanging two adjacent (side by side) blades
can redistribute the weight and possibly result in smoother operation.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, DO NOT BEND THE
BLADE ARM WHILE INSTALLING, BALANCING THE BLADES, OR CLEANING THE
FAN. DO NOT INSERT FOREIGN OBJECTS BETWEEN ROTATING FAN BLADES.
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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
MATTHEWS-GERBAR, LTD. DBA MATTHEWS FAN COMPANY LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY.
Ceiling fans are warranted by Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd. to the original user against defects in workmanship or
materials under normal use and inside or outside wet location installation for: Motors: Lifetime of original
purchaser: Labor & Component parts: (lights, finish blades, etc…): 10 years year after date of purchase. Any
part, which is determined by Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd. to be defective in material or workmanship and returned
to an authorized service location, as Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd. designates, shipping costs prepaid, will be, as
the exclusive remedy, repaired or replaced at Matthews-Gerbar Ltd.'s option providing that proof of purchase
is provided. For limited warranty claim procedures, see PROMPT DISPOSITION below. This limited
warranty gives purchasers specific legal rights, which may vary from state to state.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. To the extent allowable under law, Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd.'s liability for
consequential and incidental damages is expressly disclaimed. Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd.'s liability in all events
is limited to, and shall not exceed, the purchase price paid.
WARRANTY DISCLAIMER. Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd. has made a diligent effort to illustrate and describe the
products in this literature accurately: however, such illustrations and descriptions are for the sole purpose of
identification, and do not express or imply that the products will necessarily conform to the illustrations or
descriptions. Furthermore, there is no express warranty derived from any viewed sample or model.
Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd. disclaims any expressed warranty and implied warranty of merchantability
and fitness for a particular use.
Except as provided below, no warranty or affirmation of fact, expressed or implied, other than as stated in
"Limited Lifetime Warranty" above is made or authorized by Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd.
PRODUCT SUITABILITY. Many states and localities have codes and regulations governing sales,
construction, installation and/or use of products for certain purposes, which may vary from those in
neighboring areas. While Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd. attempts to assure that its products comply with such
codes, it cannot guarantee compliance and cannot be responsible for how the product is installed or used.
Before purchase and use of a product, please review the product application and national and local codes
and regulations, and be sure that the product, installation, and use will comply with them. Matthews-Gerbar,
Ltd. disclaims any expressed warranty and implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a
particular use if any modifications are made to the original manufacturer's product.
Certain aspects of disclaimers are not applicable to consumer products: e.g. (a) some states do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may
not apply to you: (b) also, some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,
consequently the above limitation may not apply to you.
OTHER EXCLUSIONS. This warranty does not cover defects caused by: neglect, modification, alteration,
repair or service of the enclosed product by anyone other than an authorized Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd. service
center; physical abuse to, or misuse of, the product or operation of it in a manner contrary to the
accompanying instructions; or shipment of the product to a Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd. dealer or service center
for service. This warranty also excludes all costs arising from adjustment of user controls, products
purchased outside of the U.S.A., and costs for initial technical adjustments (set-up). Matthews-Gerbar
assumes no liability for labor costs, installation costs or other losses. Consult the operating instructions
included with the product for information regarding user controls.
PROMPT DISPOSITION. Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd. will make a good faith effort for prompt correction respect
to any product, which proves to be defective within limited lifetime warranty. For any product believed to be
defective within limited lifetime warranty, first call or write dealer from whom the product was purchased.
Dealer will give additional directions. If unable to resolve satisfactorily, call Matthews-Gerbar, Ltd. at the
phone number below, giving the dealer's name, address, date and number of dealer's invoice, and describe
the nature of the defect.
DONAIRE
MATTHEWS-GERBAR, LTD.
1881 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
TEL: (847) 680-9043 FAX: 847-680-9043
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