Minka Aire MKA2421 Installation & Assembly

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The Minka-Aire® warranty is for one (1) year from the date of purchase from an authorized Minka-Aire® dealer.
This warranty is only valid to the original purchaser or user against all defects in material and workmanship light bulbs (
excluded for one full year. Additionally, Minka-Aire® warrants the motor only for the lifetime of the Minka Aire ceiling ) (1)
fan excluding wall controls and electrical components , to the original purchaser or user. ( )

* The warranty is voided with the use of any non- Minka-Aire®electrical devices, E.g., wall controls or electrical dimmer switches, etc…
* The warranty is void once the original purchaser or user ceases to own the fan or the fan is moved from its original point of installation.
* The warranty is void with the use of any hanger bracket (non-Minka Aire or non-fan specific other than the hanger bracket supplied )

with this specific fan.

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Warranty Service Information

To obtain warranty service during the warranty period, the purchaser should return the fan with the sales receipt to the original place of
purchase. The authorized Minka-Aire® dealer, at its sole discretion, will either repair or replace the fan after verifying the legitimacy of the warranty
claim. Replacement is subject to availability of the same model. If the model is unavailable it will be replaced by one of equal value. This is a limited
warranty; the original purchaser or user is responsible for the cost of removal and reinstallation of repaired or replacement product.

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from found there.

Date Purchased Store Purchased Model Number Serial Number

F1000

CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES
PACKAGE CONTENTS
INSTALLING THE FAN
BLADE INSTALLATION
HANGING THE FAN
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

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FINISHING THE INSTALLATION

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INSTALLING THE 17W LED ASSEMBLY

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OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL/WALL CONTROL

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CARE OF YOUR FAN

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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SPECIFICATIONS

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SAFETY RULES

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

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2. Be cautious! Read all instructions 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. Turn the fan off and wait for the blades to stop completely before performing any maintenance or cleaning.

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

NOTE: READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

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 THE SUPPORT OF LIGHTING FIXTURES ARE NOT
ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT AND MAY 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 DL-1167RYS-02 SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL WITH
DL-4111G-01 REMOTE CONTROL ONLY.

WARNING

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PAC KAGE CONTENTS

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

1. Fan blades(5)

2. Blade holders(5)

3. Hanger bracket

4. Canopy

5. Canopy cover

6. Standard downrod assembly (6")
Minimum-length downrod (3.5")

7. Coupling cover

8. Fan motor/housing assembly

9. Flywheel

10. 17W LED assembly

11. Receiver with 6 wire nuts

12. Transmitter+holder+2 mounting
screws

A. Mounting hardware:
Wire nuts(3)
#8x3/4”Machine screws (2)
#10x1.5Wood screws (2)
4mm Star washers (2)
Metal washers (2)
Lock washers (2)
B. Blade attachment hardware:
3/16“x8mm Screws(16)
Fiber washers (16)
C. Blade holder attachment hardware:
1/4“x9.5mm screws with lock washers(11)
D. Flywheel attachment hardware:
1/4“x9.5mm screws with lock washers(5)

13. Balancing kit

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INSTALLING THE FAN

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

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 UL 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
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).

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CROS S BRACE

CEIL ING

jOIS T

FIG. 1

ANGL ED CEIL ING

MAXI MUM 18° AN GLE

RECE SSED
OUTL ET BOX

FIG. 3

CEIL ING

JOIS T

OUTL ET BOX

PROV IDE
STRO NG
SUPP ORT

HANG ER
OPEN ING
must be
FACING
UPSI DE

CEIL ING JOIS T OR

CROS S BRACE

FIG. 2

OUTL ET BOX

FIG. 4

PARAL LEL WOOD BRACE

(MIN . 2’’ THICK )

OUTL ET

BOX

CEIL ING

HANG ER BAR
(OPT IONAL )

JOIS T

HANG ER
BRAC KET

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BLADE INSTALLATION

Step 1. Attach the fan blades to the blade
holders by using three screws and fiber washers.
Tighten screws and fiber washers securely. (Fig.5)

Step 2. Fasten the blade assemblies to the flywheel
with the screws. (Fig. 6)

Step 3. Align holes in the flywheel and the fan
motor assembly, and secure with the screw. Ensure
all the screws are tightened. (Fig. 7)

Scr ew

Blade ho lde r

Fiber wa she r

Blade

Scr ew

Flywhe el

Blade ho lde r

Fig. 6 Fig. 5

Fan m oto r ass emb ly

Fig. 7

Scr ew

Flywhe el

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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
parts,hardware or components not supplied by Minka Aire with the fan
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.8)
Stpe 2.Lossen the two set screws and remove the hitch pin and lock pin
from the top coupling of the motor assembly.(Fig. 9)
Step 3.Remove hanger ball from downrod assembly by loosening set
screw,removing the cross pin, and sliding ball off rod.(Fig. 10)

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Step 4.Carefully feed fan wires up through the downrod(Fig 11).
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.12). 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 13)Rod should not rotate
if this is done correctly.

Fig. 12

LOCK PIN

DOWNROD

CAN OPY

SCR EWS

HITCH PIN

COU PLING
COV ER

CAN OPY
COV ER

OUT LET BOX

HAN GER B RAC KET

Fig. 8

HIT CH
PIN

Fig. 9

SET SCRE WS

LOC K
PIN

HAN GER
BAL L

Fig. 10

CRO SS PIN

SET SCREW

DOW NROD

DOW NROD

SUP PLY
WIR ES

Fig. 11

REGISTRATION
SLOT

Fig. 13

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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.14)

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.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

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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.14)

Step 1. Insert Receiver into Hanger Bracket with the flat side of

the Receiver facing the ceiling.(Fig.15)

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.16)

Step 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 Wire together. Secure wire
connection with the plastic wire nut provided.(Fig. 16)

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.

RECEIVER

HANGER BRACKET

Fig. 14

Fig. 15

OUTLET BOX

BLACK (HOT)

BLACK ( AC IN L )" "

RECEIVER

BLACK ( TO MOTOR L )" "

BLUE (FOR LIGHT)

ORANGE
(FOR UPPER LIGHT)

BLUE (FOR LIGHT)

BLACK (MOTOR)

ORANGE
(FOR UPPER LIGHT)

Fig. 16

WHITE (NEUTRAL)

GREEN OR BARE
COPPER (GROUND)

WHITE ( AC IN N )" "

WHITE ( TO MOTOR N )" "

(CONNECT TO

GROUND-

GROUND WIRE ON

(GREEN)

HANGER BRACKE
IF NO HOUSE
GROUND WIRE
EXISTS.)

WHITE (NEUTRAL)

FINISHING THE INSTALLATION

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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. (Fig.17)
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. (Fig.17)

OUTLET BOX

HANGER
BRACKET

HANGER
BALL

Fig. 17

CANOPY

CANOPY
COVER

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INSTALLING THE 17W LED ASSEMBLY

Step 1. While holding the 17W LED assembly under your fan, firmly snap the wire
connection plugs together. (Fig.18)

Step 2 . Attach the 17W LED assembly to the switch box by twisting
tightly . (Fig.17)

Note: This is a integrated LED light kit assembly and can not be disassembled
to provent electronical shock.

Switch b ox

Connec tio n plu g

Fig. 18

17W LED as sem bly

OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL/WALL CONTROL

Remote Control only: Install a A23 12volt battery (included). To prevent damage to transmitter remove the battery if not used for long periods of time.

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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:
These buttons turn the light ON or OFF and also control
the brightness settings of the light. The following

instructions apply to ceiling fans that feature a DOWN
light ( button) only or ceiling fans that feature an UP
light ( button) and a DOWN light ( button) that are
controlled independent of each other;

Press and release the button for the desired light to turn
the light ON or OFF. Press and hold the button to set the
desired light brightness. The light will cycle between
bright and dim settings as long as the button is pressed.
The light key has an automatic auto-resume feature that
allows the light to remain at the same brightness as the
last time it was turned off.

D. OFF-ON Slide Button (Wall Control Fans Only)
This button turns the power Off and On to the Fan and
Light(s).

E. Button: (Full Function Remote Control Units Only)
This button is used to change the direction of the
rotation of the blades; forward for warm weather or
reverse for cool weather.

NOTE: If your Remote Control or Wall Control does not
have a " " button, Please look for a slide reverse
switch on the switch housing.

Speed settings for warm or cool weather depend on factors such as the room size. Ceiling
height, number of fans, etc.

The Reverse switch is located on the coupling. Slide the switch to the down for warm
weather operation. Slide the switch to the up for cool weather operation.(Fig. 19)
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 Figure 20. 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 21. This
allows you to set your heating unit on a cooler setting without affecting your comfort.

War m
weathe r

Fig. 19

Revers e
switch

Cool
weathe r

SUMMER OPERATION

WINTER OPERATION

Fig. 20

Fig. 21

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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.

WAR NING
MAK E S URE THE PO WER IS OFF AT TH E E LECT RICA L P ANEL
BOX BE FORE YO U A TTEM PT ANY REP AIR S. R EFE R T O TH E
SEC TION ”EL ECTR ICAL CO NNEC TIO NS”.

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 b lade sets ar e grouped by w eight. Because wood and plastic

blades var y in density , the fan may wo bble even though blades are
matched.

Make sure ou tlet box is se cured to bui lding structure, if necessary use

the wood scr ews provid ed to furthe r secure outlet box to joist.
Make sure ha nger brack et is secure t o the outlet box, screws are tight.
If a Balanci ng kit is prov ided follo w the instructions included with the

balancin g kit to help co rrect any ex cessive wobble.

SYMPTOM
Fans/Lig ht Turn on and O ff Unexpec tedly
SOLUTION
This is caus ed by interf erence. Pl ease see “Freduency interference” for
step to char ge the frequ ency.

SYMPTOM
Frequenc y Interfer ence
SOLUTION

1.Turn the p ower off to yo ur ceiling f an.

2.Please u se a small siz e tool to chan ge the frequency settings on the control system.

3.Returm p ower to the un it.
Note:Aft er the AC powe r is on, do not pr ess any other button on the transmitter before pressing the “Stop” button,doing so will cause the procedure to fail.

4.Within 6 0 secounds o f turning th e fan’s AC power ON. Press the transmitter’s “Stop” button and hold the “Stop ” button for 10 seconds.

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5.Once the r eceiver ha s detected t he 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 rece iver has now l earn the fre quency which has been selected on the transmitter. After completing the steps above,you should be able to operate the
ceiling fa n and light. I f the fan is not r esponding 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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52”

120

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120

0.23

0.40

0.57

11.23

31.71

68.93

63

116

175

1772

3356

5295

7.00

8.10

1.519’

1772
3356
5295 68.93 77

11.23

31.71

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