Before installing your ceiling fan, you need to check to make sure that you have the correct ceiling box for a ceiling fan application. If the house is not new construction and you are replacing an existing light fixture, the ceiling box may need to be modified or replaced before continuing with the installation of the ceiling fan. The information in this section of Casablanca's Technical Library may help at the time of installation. One of the most important things that need to be looked at is the ceiling box. This is to make sure that the ceiling box meets all building codes, warnings and weight requirements to support the weight of the ceiling fan. First, you will need to determine the hanging weight of the ceiling fan.

Review the charts and diagrams to make sure that you are using the proper ceiling box. Next, verify the weight rating for the ceiling box. The ceiling box must be rated to support the weight of the fan. If it does not, the ceiling box will need to be replaced with one that is weight rated for the ceiling fan weight and is also designed to meet all safety and building codes that are required for proper installation.

		READ THESE WARNINGS ABOUT CEILING BOX INSTALLATION AND SAVE SAFETY FIRST

Safety and the proper operation of your Casablanca fan both require a thorough knowledge of the product and proper installation; therefore, before attempting to install and operate your Casablanca fan, read the owner's manual completely and carefully. Retain the manual for future reference.

CAUTION: To avoid possible electrical shock, make certain that electricity is turned off at the circuit breaker or fuse box before attempting any installation procedure.

• All wiring must be in accordance with the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70-1993 and the appropriate local electrical codes. The National Electric Code requires proper grounding as a precaution against electrical shock. A qualified electrician should be consulted if you are unsure.

• This fan is designed to be installed on an existing electrical outlet box. The outlet box must be UL Listed for ceiling fan installations, if it is not, a new box must be installed. Casablanca extension poles are available for sloped or high ceiling installations.

• This ceiling fan requires a grounded electrical supply of 120 VAC, 60 Hz and a minimum 15 amp circuit. The maximum current requirement for the fan with light fixture is 3.8 amps. The fan uses about 1 amp or 100 watts. Maximum light current is 2.8 amps or 340 watts of lighting.

• Where wire nuts are employed, be sure all bare wires are within the connectors. When installing the canopy hatch, make sure all wires are within the canopy and that no wires are being pinched.