Name: BIG ASS FANS Basic^
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12’–24’ BASIC6

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Operating the Fan

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speed. Moving at a low speed means less energy used for operation, translating into more energy savings year-round. Follow the

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To ensure proper fan rotation:

1. Turn on the fan.

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3. If the fan is not rotating counterclockwise, reverse the direction of rotation. See page 37 for instructions on changing the direction of

rotation.

Heating season

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fan should be operated continuously during the heating season and should not be operated in reverse (clockwise). Big Ass Fans are

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Adjust the fan speed to the appropriate starting fan speed listed in the table below.

Floor-to-ceiling height (ft) Starting fan speed Display %

<40 +] 20–30%

 +] 30–40%

Stand directly below the tips of the airfoils with hand outstretched. If you feel a draft, slightly decrease the fan speed (0.5). Repeat until

the draft is no longer noticeable.

Cooling season

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During the cooling season, every degree higher that the thermostat is reset reduces the energy consumed by the air conditioner by

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Adjust the fan speed to the appropriate starting fan speed listed in the table below.

Floor-to-ceiling height (ft) Starting fan speed Display %

<40 +] 40–50%

 +] 60–70%

Increase the speed of the fan until desired air speed or maximum fan speed is reached. In air conditioned facilities, increase the

thermostat setting by 2–7°F to save energy.

BIG ASS FANS Basic^ User Manual

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