Fanimation The Torto FP7900 Owner's Manual

Model No. FP7900

The Torto

™

Ceiling Fan

OWNER’S MANUAL

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Net Weight 12.46 kg (27.4 lbs)

1. LIMITED LIFETIME MOTOR WARRANTY - If any part of your fan motor fails, due to a defect in materials or workmanship during
the lifetime of the original purchaser, Fanimation will provide the replacement part free of charge, when the defective fan is returned
to our national service center. Proof of purchase is required. Customer shall be responsible for all costs incurred in the removal or
reinstallation and shipping of the product for repairs or replacement.

2. ONE YEAR MOTOR LABOR WARRANTY - If your fan motor fails at any time within one year from the original purchase, due to
defects in materials or workmanship, labor to repair the motor will be provided free of charge at our national service center. Purchaser
will be responsible for labor charges after this one-year period. Customer shall be responsible for all costs incurred in the removal or
reinstallation and shipping of the product for repairs or replacement.

3. If any other part of your fan fails at any time within one year after original purchase, due to a defect in materials or workmanship, we
will repair, or replace, at our option, the defective part free of charge for parts and labor performed at our national service center.

4. Because of varying climate conditions, this warranty does not cover changes in the finish, including rusting, pitting, corroding,
tarnishing, or peeling.

5. This warranty is void and does not apply to damage from improper installation, neglect, accident, misuse, exposure to extremes of
heat or humidity, or as a result of any modification to the original product.

6. All costs of removal and reinstallation of the fan are the sole responsibility of the owner of the fan and not the store that sold the fan
or Fanimation.

7. Fanimation reserves the right to modify or discontinue any product at any time and may substitute any part under this warranty.

8. Under no circumstances may a fan be returned without prior authorization from Fanimation. The receipt of purchase must ac­company authorized returns and must be sent freight prepaid to Fanimation. The fan to be returned must be properly packed to avoid
damage in transit; Fanimation will not be responsible for any damage resulting from improper packaging.

9. It is understood that any repair or replacement is the exclusive remedy available from Fanimation. There is no other expressed or
implied warranty. Fanimation hereby disclaims any and all implied warranties, including, but not limited to those of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose to the extent permitted by law. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties. Fanimation
will not be liable for incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in conjunction with product use or performance,
except as may otherwise be accorded by law. This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary
from state to state.

10. A certain amount of wobble is normal and should not be considered a problem or a defect.

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

Extends to the original purchaser of a Fanimation Fan

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: To avoid fire, shock and serious personal injury, follow these instructions.

1. Read your owner’s manual and safety information before installing your new fan. Review the accompanying assembly diagrams.

2. Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock service panel disconnecting means to prevent power
from being switched on accidentally. When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a warning device, such
as a tag, to the service panel.

3. Be careful of the fan and blades when cleaning, painting, or working near the fan. Always turn off the power to the ceiling fan before
servicing.

4. Do not insert anything into the fan blades while the fan is operating.

5. Do not operate reversing switch until fan blades have come to a complete stop.

6. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised
to ensure that they do no play with the appliance.

Additional Safety Instructions

1. To avoid possible shock, be sure electricity is turned off at the fuse box before wiring, and do not operate fan without blades.

2. All wiring and installation procedures must satisfy National Electrical Codes (ANSI/ NFPA 70-1999) and Local Codes. The ceiling fan
must be grounded as a precaution against possible electrical shock. Electrical installation should be made or approved by a licensed
electrician.

3. The fan base must be securely mounted and capable of reliably supporting at least 50 lbs. (fan and accessories not to exceed 50 lbs.
or 22.7 kgs.). See page 4 of owner’s manual for support requirements. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.

4. The fan must be mounted with the fan blades at least 7 feet from the floor to prevent accidental contact with the fan blades.

5. Follow the recommended instructions for the proper method of wiring your ceiling fan. If you do not have adequate electrical
knowledge or experience, have your fan installed by licensed electrician.

6. Suitable for use with solid-state speed controls.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this fan should only be used with Fan Speed Control Part No. UC7067RY,

manufactured by Rhine Electronic Co., Ltd.

WARNING: To Reduce The Risk Of Electrical Shock, This Fan Must Be Installed With A General Use, Isolating Wall Control/Switch.
WARNING: This product is designed to use only those parts supplied with this product and/or accessories designated specifically for

use with this product. Using parts and/or accessories not designated for use with this product could result in personal injury or property
damage.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the blade bracket (flange or blade holder) when installing the brackets,
balancing the blades, or cleaning the fan. Do not insert foreign objects in between rotating fan blades.

Table of Contents

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Electrical and Structural Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

How to Assemble Your Ceiling Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

How to Hang Your Ceiling Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

How to Wire Your Ceiling Fan - C20 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Installing the Canopy Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Final Fan Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Operating Instructions - C20 Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Parts List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Exploded-View Illustration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

This Manual is Designed to Make it as Easy as Possible for You

to Assemble, Install, Operate, and Maintain Your Ceiling Fan

Unpacking Instructions

For your convenience, check-off each step. As each step is completed, place a check mark. This will ensure that all
steps have been completed and will be helpful in fi nding your place should you be interrupted.

Wiring outlet box and box connectors must be of type
required by local code. The minimum wire would be a 3­conductor (2-wire with ground) of the following size:

NOTE: Place the parts from the loose parts bags in a small
container to keep them from being lost. If any parts are missing,
contact your local retailer.

Tools Needed for Assembly Materials

Wire Size A.W.G.Installed Wire Length

14
12

Up to 50 ft.
50 - 100 ft.

NOTE: If you are uncertain of part description, refer to
exploded view illustration. (Figure 1, page 11)

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1. Check to see that you have received the following

parts:

Hardware Bags

• One Phillips head screwdriver

• One stepladder

• One ¼" blade screwdriver

• One wire stripper

• Four wire connectors

(supplied)

Receiver

Unit

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WARNING

Do not install or use fan if any part is damaged or
missing. This product is designed to use only those
parts supplied with this product and/or any accessories
designated specifically for use with this product by
Fanimation. Substitution of parts or accessories not
designated for use with this product by Fanimation could
result in personal injury or property damage. Contact
your retail store for missing or damaged parts.

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WARNING

Before assembling your ceiling fan, refer to section on
proper method of wiring your fan (page 4). If you feel you
do not have enough wiring knowledge or experience,
have your fan installed by a licensed electrician.

C20 Remote

Control

NOTE: The illustration shown is not to scale or its actual confi guration or finish may vary

• Hardware bags:

– Phillips screwdriver, 4"

– “L”-shaped Phillips screwdriver

– Ten screws
– Balance Kit
– Four wire nuts

• Fan Motor

• Hanger Bracket with shoulder

screws

• Downrod/Hanger Ball

Assembly

• Ceiling Canopy

• Canopy Screw Cover

• Motor Coupling Cover

• Downlight Socket Plate Assembly

• Candelabra Bulbs (2)

• Downlight Glass

• Blade Set (3)

• C20 Remote Control

• Receiver Unit

Blade Set (3)

Fan Motor
Assembly

Downrod/

Hanger Ball

Assembly

Hanger Bracket

Ceiling Canopy

Candelabra

Bulbs

Downlight

Glass

Downlight

Socket Plate

Assembly

Canopy Screw

Cover

Motor Coupling

Cover

Electrical and Structural Requirements

Your new ceiling fan will require a grounded electrical
supply line of 120 volts AC, 60 Hz, 15 amp circuit. The
outlet box must be securely anchored and capable of
withstanding a load of at least 50 lbs. Figure 1 depicts
different structural configurations that may be used for
mounting the outlet box.

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal
injury, mount fan to outlet box marked acceptable for
fan support. Use screws supplied with outlet box. Most
outlet boxes commonly used for support of light fixtures
are not acceptable for fan support and may need to be
replaced. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.

Ceiling

Ceiling

Joists

2" x 4"

If your fan is to replace an existing light fixture, turn
electricity off at the main fuse box at this time and remove
the existing light fixture.

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WARNING

Turning off wall switch is not sufficent. To avoid
possible electrical shock, be sure electricity is turned
off at the main fuse box before wiring. All wiring must
be in accordance with National and Local codes and the
ceiling fan must be properly grounded as a precaution
against possible electrical shock.

How to Assemble Your Ceiling Fan

1. Remove the Clevis Pin, Hairpin Clip, Hanger Ball and
Pin by loosening the setscrew in the Hanger Ball. Retain
the Clevis Pin, Hairpin Clip, Hanger Ball and Pin for
reinstallation. (Figure 1)

2. The fan comes with blue, black, white 80" wires.
Separate and untwist the three wires . Route the wires

through the Downrod.

Outlet
Box

Figure 1

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WARNING

To avoid fire or shock, follow all wiring instructions
carefully. Any electrical work not described in these
instructions should be done or approved by a licensed
electrician.

Pin

Setscrew

Hanger
Ball

NOTE: You will be using either the 6" or the optional
downrod purchased separately.

Hairpin

Clip

Figure 1

Clevis

Pin

4