Prominence Home 51018 - User Manual

This document is an owner's manual for the Statham 52" Indoor Ceiling Fan, available in models #51018 (Brushed Nickel), #51019 (Espresso), and #51020 (Gun Metal). The manual provides comprehensive instructions for assembly, operation, and troubleshooting, along with safety guidelines and warranty information.

Function Description

The Statham 52" Indoor Ceiling Fan is designed to provide air circulation and illumination within indoor spaces. Its primary function is to create a comfortable environment by moving air, which can help regulate room temperature and reduce the need for excessive heating or cooling. The fan features a pull chain control system for both fan speed and light operation, offering ease of use without the need for a remote control. It also includes a reverse switch, allowing users to optimize airflow for different seasons. In warmer weather, the fan can be set to create a downward airflow, producing a wind chill effect. In cooler weather, it can be reversed to create an upward airflow, helping to circulate stagnant hot air near the ceiling. The integrated light kit provides ambient lighting for the room, utilizing E26-base, A15 LED bulbs. The fan is designed for dual mounting options: a standard downrod mount for ceilings 8 ft or higher, and an angled ceiling mount for vaulted or sloped ceilings up to 16 degrees.

Usage Features

The fan's operation is straightforward, primarily controlled by pull chains. The fan pull chain, located to the right of the reverse switch, offers four speed settings: HIGH (one pull), MEDIUM (two pulls), LOW (three pulls), and OFF (four pulls). The light pull chain, located to the left of the reverse switch, toggles the light ON and OFF. This simple mechanical control ensures reliable operation without batteries or complex electronic interfaces.

The reverse switch, situated on the light kit, is a key feature for year-round comfort. To change the fan's direction, the fan must be completely stopped before moving the switch. For warmer weather, pushing the reverse switch to the left will result in downward airflow, creating a cooling wind chill effect. For cooler weather, pushing the reverse switch to the right will result in upward airflow, which helps to redistribute warm air from the ceiling area. It is crucial that the reverse switch is set completely to either the left or right position for the fan to operate correctly; if it is in the middle, the fan will not function.

The fan's design accommodates two common mounting scenarios. The downrod mount is suitable for standard ceilings, while the angled ceiling mount allows for installation on sloped ceilings, provided the angle does not exceed 16 degrees. For angled mounts, a longer downrod might be necessary to ensure adequate blade clearance from the ceiling. The manual emphasizes the importance of proper installation to prevent the fan from rotating in the mounting bracket, which could lead to serious injury or death.

The lighting component uses standard E26-base, A15 LED bulbs, making replacements readily available. The glass bowl secures to the light kit with a clockwise turn, ensuring a snug fit.

Maintenance Features

Maintaining the Statham ceiling fan involves a few key steps to ensure its longevity and safe operation. Regular checks of all set screws are recommended, especially during installation and periodically thereafter, to ensure they are tight. This includes screws in the motor housing, blade arms, and mounting bracket.

For cleaning, the manual advises against bending the blade brackets to prevent personal injury and maintaining the fan's balance. It also warns against inserting foreign objects between rotating fan blades. While specific cleaning instructions for the fan blades or motor housing are not detailed, general cleaning practices for household fixtures would apply, such as dusting with a soft cloth.

The troubleshooting section provides guidance for common issues, which can often be resolved without professional assistance. If the fan does not start, users are advised to check circuit breakers, power supply connections, and ensure the forward/reverse switch is fully engaged. For noisy operation, checking the tightness of screws in the motor housing, blade arms, and ensuring wire connectors are not rattling can help. If the fan wobbles, verifying that blades are firmly screwed into blade arms, blade arms are securely tightened to the motor, and the canopy/mounting bracket are secure to the outlet box and ceiling joist are crucial steps. The manual also suggests balancing the fan using a balancing kit or interchanging adjacent blades to redistribute weight. For light kit issues, checking the 9-pin connector, wire connections, and light bulbs are recommended.

The manual explicitly warns against using a full-range dimmer switch to control fan speed, as this can cause a loud humming noise and poses a risk of fire or electric shock. This highlights the importance of using the fan's built-in pull chain for speed control.

The limited lifetime warranty covers defects in workmanship and materials for the fan motor for a lifetime, and other fan parts (excluding glass or acrylic blades) for one year from the date of purchase. This warranty encourages proper installation and discourages unauthorized repairs, as service performed by an unauthorized person will void the warranty. It also notes that a small amount of "wobble" is normal and not considered a defect, which helps manage user expectations regarding fan performance.