Regency MX Excel User Manual

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REVISED NOVEMBER 2007

WARNING: Read and follow these instructions carefully and be mindful of all warnings shown throughout.

GENERAL INSTALLATION & OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS:

1. To ensure the success of the installation, be sure to read the instructions and review the diagrams thoroughly

before beginning.

2. To avoid possible electric shock, be sure electricity is turned off at the main power box before wiring. All

electrical connections must be made in accordance with local codes, ordinances and/or the National Electric Code.
If you are unfamiliar with the methods of installing electrical wiring and products, secure the services of a qualified
and licensed electrician as well as someone who can check the strength of the supportive ceiling members and make
the proper installation(s) and connections.

3. Make sure that your installation site will not allow rotating fan blades to come in contact with any object. Blades
should be at least 7 feet from floor when fan is operating.

4. If possible, mount ceiling fan on a ceiling joist - the joist must be able to support the motion and weight of the
moving fan. If the fan will be mounted on a ceiling outlet box, an approved box UL listed as “suitable for fan
support” is required. The box and its supporting members must be able to support the moving weight of the fan
(at least 35lbs.). The box must not be able to twist or work loose. Installation on a concrete ceiling should be
performed by qualified personnel.

5. Blades should be attached after

motor housing is hung and in place. Fan motor housing should be kept in the carton

until ready to be installed to protect its finish. If you are installing more than one ceiling fan, make sure that you
do not mix fan blade sets, as each blade is part of a weighted set.

6. After making electrical connections, spliced conductors should be turned upward and pushed carefully up into
outlet box. The wires should be spread apart with the common conductor and the grounding conductor on one
side of the outlet box, and the “HOT” wires on the other side.

7. Electrical diagrams are for reference only. Light kits that are not packed with the fan must be UL listed and should
be installed per the light kit’s installation instructions.

8. After fan is completely installed, check to make sure that all connections are secure to prevent fan from falling
and/or causing damage or injury.

9. The fan can be made to work immediately after installation - the bearings are adequately charged with grease so
that, under normal conditions, further lubrication should not be necessary for the life of the fan.

10. The fan should be turned off and allowed to stop rotating before reversing fan direction.

War nings:

• Disconnect power by removing fuse or turning off circuit breaker before installing the fan and/or optional
lighting. Support directly from building structure.

•To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, mount to outlet box marked “acceptable for fan
support” 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.

•To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, only use this fan with an appropriate speed control
device designed for use with ceiling fans, if you choose a wall control. DO NOT USE A SIMPLE INCANDESCENT

LIGHT DIMMER. Do not use this fan with any transformer type fan speed control device.

•To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the blade arms when installing them, balancing the blades or
cleaning the fan. Do not insert any objects(s) between rotating fan blades.

NOTE: The important precautions, 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
carefulness are factors which cannot be built into this product. These factors must be supplied by the person(s)
installing, caring for, and operating the unit.

TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED

Thank you for choosing a Regency Ceiling Fan. You have chosen the best!

Your new ceiling fan has been designed to provide many years of service and enjoyment.

• Phillips screwdriver

• Blade screwdriver

• Wrench or pliers

• Wire cutter

• Stepladder

• Wiring supplies as required by
electrical code

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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12. "S" hook (Used for hugger style mounting.)

NOTE:

NPACKING YOUR FAN

1. Unpack your fan and check the contents. Do not discard the carton. If warranty replacement or repair is ever
necessary, the fan should be returned in original packing. Remove all parts and hardware. Do not lay motor
housing on its side, or the decorative housing may shift, be bent or damaged.

2. Examine all parts. You should have the following:

2

6

9

3

1

10

7

4

11

5

8

12

1. Fan blades (5) (Packed in separate box.)

2. Hanging bracket

3. Ceiling canopy

4. Downrod/ball assembly

5. Decorative collar cover

6. Fan housing with motor (Remove rubber shipping supports around motor, if included on your fan. Save screws.)

7. DetachableSwitch housing

8. Blade arms (5)

9. Pull chain with fob

10. Bracket mounting hardware (wood screws, screws, lock washers, washers, wire nuts)

11. Blade arm to blade screws, w/washers (15)

Design of parts shown above may look slightly different for your specific model of fan.

REVISED NOVEMBER 2007

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PREPARATION:

Verify you have all parts before beginning the installation. Check foam insert closely for missing parts. Remove motor
from packing. To avoid damage to finish, assemble motor on soft padded surface or use the original foam inset in motor
box. Do not lay motor housing on its side as this could result in shifting of motor in decorative enclosure.

Caution: To avoid possible electrical shock, be sure

electricity is turned off at the main power box before wiring.
All wiring must be in accordance with National and Local
Electrical Codes and the ceiling fan must be grounded as a
precaution against possible electric shock.

1. Locate ceiling joist where fan is to be mounted, being sure

location agrees with the requirements in the minimum
clearance section of this guide. Wood joist must be sound
and of adequate size to support 35 lbs. (See inside front
cover, Items 3 and 4).

2. If not already present, mount a UL listed outlet box marked

“suitable for fan support” following the instructions
provided with the outlet box. The outlet box must be
able to support a minimum of 35 pounds.

3. Attach hanger bracket to outlet box using screws provided

with the outlet box. (Fig. 1)

PREPARATION

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Parts identification on assembled fan

INSTALLING THE MOUNTING BRACKET

Fig. 1

Blade

Blade

Arm

Pull

Chain

Detachable

Switch

Housing

Collar
Cover

Downrod

Canopy

Motor

Housing