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Isis® Installation Checklist Did a structural engineer approve the mounting structure? See page 7 for Big Ass Fans-approved mounting structures. Will the fan be installed so that the airfoils are at least 10 ft (3.05 m) above the floor? Will the fan be installed so that the airfoils have at least 2 ft (0.
Isis® i Installation Guide Isis® Installation Guide: Jan. 2013 REV. H May be covered by one or more of the following United States Patents: 6244821; 6589016; 6817835; 6939108; 7252478; 7284960; D607988; D587799; 7654798; D642674; 7934907; 8079823; D635237; D641075; D650893; D642674; 8075273; D650893; 8147182; 8147204; 8152453; and other patents pending. 3187235 Conforms to ANSI/UL STD 507–Electric Fans Certified to CAN/CSA C22.2 No.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: CAUTION: Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable codes and standards. CAUTION: When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring and other hidden utilities. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.
WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM ©2011 DELTA T CORP. See Installing Airfoils on page 23. Airfoil installation See Hanging the Fan on page 18. Hanging the fan DBA BIG ASS FAN CO. For alternative mounting methods, see page 4. If mounting in a residential home, see Mounting Method: Wood Frame on page 14. If mounting to angle irons, see Mounting Method: Angle Irons on page 9. Mounting the fan ALL RIGHTS RESERVED available as an option.
Isis® Reference Guide: Mounting Angle Irons See page 14 for mounting instructions. Wood Frame Structures ©2011 DELTA T CORP. DBA BIG ASS FAN CO. See complete instructions included with the I-Beam Adapter Installation Kit. I-Beam ALL RIGHTS RESERVED See complete instructions included with the Z-Purlin Installation Kit. Z-Purlins See complete instructions included with the L-Bracket Installation Kit. Solid Beam The following is intended as a reference guide for Isis fan mounting methods.
Contents General Information Regulatory Compliance Information Important Safety Information Reference Guide Reference Guide (Mounting) i ii iii iv Introduction Thank You About Big Ass Fans About this Fan 1 1 1 Pre-Installation What’s in the Box Parts Included Alternative Mounting Methods Tools Needed Important Weights Fan Diagram Preparing the Work Site 2 3 4 5 5 6 7 Mounting Method: Angle Irons 1. Select Proper Angle Irons 2. Pre-drill Angle Irons 3.
Contents Alternative Wiring Methods Limited Access Application Limited Access Controller and Remote Operation 3-Way Single Fan Application 30 31 32 Preventive Maintenance Annual Preventive Maintenance General Preventive Maintenance 33 33 Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Electrical Troubleshooting 34 34 Annual Maintenance Checklist Annual Maintenance Checklist 35 Optional Parts Order Form Optional Parts Order Form 37 Limited Warranty Warranty Policy Acknowledgment & Return In
Isis® Introduction 1 Thank you and congratulations on your purchase of a Big Ass Fan, an efficient and cost-effective way to stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter. The revolutionary design of our fans combines the best of both form and function to bring power performance and a sleek look to any setting. More importantly, you have purchased a product that is backed by extensive research, thorough testing, and quality manufacturing.
Isis® 2 Pre-Installation What’s in the box CAUTION: Do not remove the motor from its protective packaging prior to hanging it! CAUTION: If you ordered multiple fans, be sure to keep the components of each fan together. The fan is shipped in three labeled boxes. The large, square box contains the main fan unit, upper mount, wall controller, wallplate, airfoil retainers, airfoil hardware, and winglets. A smaller box contains the airfoils. Another small box contains the extension tube.
Isis® Pre-Installation (cont.) 3 Parts included Mounting methods vary by mounting structure. See the appropriate Mounting Method section for specialized installation instructions. Note: Drawings below are not to scale.
Isis® Pre-Installation (cont.) 4 Alternative mounting methods The following can be purchased for unique residential mounting methods not covered in this manual by filling out the Optional Parts Order Form (p. 37). Consult a structural engineer prior to fan installation. For more information, contact your Big Ass Fans Sales Representative or Customer Service at 1-877-BIG-FANS. I-Beam Adapter The I-beam adapter can be purchased for hanging the Isis from I-beams.
Isis® Pre-Installation (cont.) 5 Tools needed Big Ass Fans recommends gathering the following tools prior to beginning installation. Note: This list of suggested tools is not exhaustive. Additional tools may be necessary. Mechanical installation Electrical installation Standard wrench set Phillips and flat head screwdrivers Standard socket and ratchet set #10 to #14AWG strippers Torque wrench capable of 25 ft·lb (33.
Isis® Pre-Installation (cont.) 6 Fan diagram Refer to the diagram below to identify the fan components. Note: Fan setup may differ from the illustration depending on the required mounting method. The safety cable is not pictured below; however, it is an important part of the installation. A. Upper mount. Secures the fan to the mounting structure. B. Extension tube. Extends the fan from the ceiling and provides a path for wiring. C. Main fan unit. Includes motor, hub, lower mount, and power wire. D.
Isis® Pre-Installation (cont.) 7 Preparing the work site The fan should only be installed according to the instructions described in this manual. Consult a structural engineer for installation methods not covered in this manual. For optional mounting methods, refer to the installation instructions included with the fan parts. When surveying the work site, keep the following mechanical and electrical guidelines in mind.
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Isis® Mounting Method: Angle Irons 9 WARNING: The fan should not be installed unless the structure on which the fan is to be mounted is of sound construction, undamaged, and capable of supporting the loads of the fan and its method of attachment. A structural engineer should verify that the mounting structure is adequate prior to fan installation.
Isis® Mounting Method: Angle Irons (cont.) 10 2. Pre-drill angle irons Drill two Ø 9/16”(1.4 cm) holes exactly 5-1/2” (14 cm) apart in the centers of two angle irons. Measure the distance between the mounting points of the roof structure that the angle irons will span. Measure the same distance on the angle irons, and drill Ø 9/16” (1.4 cm) holes through each end of the angle irons. Drill holes in two angle irons if span is 8 ft (2.4 m) or less.
Isis® Mounting Method: Angle Irons (cont.) 11 4a. Fasten single angle irons to roof structure mounting points If installation requires double angle irons, i.e., span is greater than 8 ft (2.4 m), proceed to step 4b. CAUTION: The angle irons must be fastened to the roof structure at each end. Fasten the angle irons to the roof structure mounting points at each end with customer-supplied Grade 8 hardware as shown. Do not tighten the hardware until the fan has been mounted to the angle irons.
Isis® Mounting Method: Angle Irons (cont.) 12 4b. Fasten double angle irons to roof structure mounting points CAUTION: The angle irons must be fastened to the roof structure at each end. CAUTION: The angle irons with fan mounting holes should be positioned on the inside, facing each other. Fasten the angle irons to the roof structure mounting points at each end with customer-supplied Grade 8 hardware as shown. Do not tighten the hardware until the fan has been mounted to the angle irons.
Isis® Mounting Method: Angle Irons (cont.) 13 5. Attach upper mount (to angle irons) CAUTION: After attaching the upper mount to the angle irons, tighten all the bolts securing the angle irons to the roof structure to 25 ft·lb (33.9 N·m) using a torque wrench and a 9/16” socket. Secure the upper mount directly to the angle irons with the Mounting Hardware as shown. Consult the diagrams below for distances between the angle irons. Torque the bolts to 25 ft·lb (33.
Isis® 14 Mounting Method: Wood Frame Wood framing channels are mainly used in residential homes. Consult a structural engineer to ensure you have selected the correct mounting method for your building structure. WARNING: The fan should not be installed unless the structure on which the fan is to be mounted is of sound construction, undamaged, and capable of supporting the loads of the fan and its method of attachment.
Isis® Mounting Method: Wood Frame Mounting (cont.) 15 2b. Fasten brackets (to floor joists) Note: This method should be used when the tops of the joists are inaccessible. Fasten the brackets to the mounting points on the floor joists with the Mounting Hardware as shown. Torque the bolts to 25 ft·lb (33.9 N·m). The brackets should be facing inward and be mounted flush with the tops of the joists or in the centers of the joists.
Isis® 16 Mounting Method: Wood Frame Mounting (cont.) 3. Attach mount to wood framing channels When cutting the wood framing channels, be sure the holes on the each end will line up with the holes on the mounting brackets! Loosely attach the extension tube to the upper mount to determine where on the channels the mount should be attached. Fasten the mount to the wood framing channels using the Mounting Hardware as shown.
Isis® Mounting Method: Wood Frame Mounting (cont.) 17 4. Fasten wood framing channels (to brackets) CAUTION: The center-to-center distance between the two beams or joists between which the fan will hang cannot be greater than 24 in (61 cm). Fasten the wood framing channels to the brackets with the Mounting Hardware as shown. Torque the bolts to 25 ft·lb (33.9 N·m). See the appropriate illustration for your specific mounting structure. Mounting Hardware (BAF-Supplied): a. (2) Wood Framing Channel b.
Isis® 18 Hanging the Fan 1. Attach extension tube (to upper mount) Pull the safety cable that is attached to the extension tube through the upper mount, and then fasten the extension tube to the upper mount (already attached to angle irons) using the Extension Tube Hardware as shown. Note: If the extension tube is already attached, simply secure the bolts. Upper Mount Safety Cable Before tightening the bolts, allow the extension tube to hang freely and balance itself. Tighten the bolts to 10 ft·lb (13.
Isis® 19 Hanging the Fan (cont.) 2c. Secure safety cable (to wood frame) WARNING: The safety cable is a crucial part of the fan and must be installed correctly. If you have any questions, call Customer Service at 1-877-BIG-FANS. Attach the safety clips to the mounting structure as shown. Secure the safety cable through the (2) safety cable attachment clips, leaving as little slack as possible. Secure the loose ends with the Gripple as shown.
Isis® 20 Installing Guy Wires Guy wires may not be included in your fan order. They are intended to restrain the fan’s lateral movement and are only included in fan orders that have extension tubes 4 ft (1.2 m) or longer. Depending on the operational environment (wind, mounting structure, etc.), guy wires may be needed regardless of extension tube length.
Isis® 21 Installing Guy Wires (cont.) 2. Attach locking carabiners to guy wire clamp Secure the four (4) locking carabiners to the guy wire clamp as shown. Securely tighten the carabiners. 3a. Attach beam clamp (angle iron mounting) The guy wire should be at a 45° angle from the extension tube (see illustration on the following page). Attach the beam clamp to an angle iron accordingly. Fasten the small eyebolt and nut onto the beam clamp (the nut will be on the outside of the beam clamp).
Isis® 22 Installing Guy Wires (cont.) 4. Route guy wire through Gripple® Route the guy wire through the Gripple and the carabiner on the guy wire clamp, and then back through the Gripple as shown below. Do not tighten the Gripple until the remaining guy wires have been installed. Note: To back the guy wire out of the Gripple, insert 1/16” (1.55 mm) Allen wrench into the small hole on the Gripple. 45˚ 45˚ Gripple 5.
Isis® Installing Airfoils 23 Big Ass Fans recommends completing electrical installation (p. 25) before installing the airfoils. WARNING: Disconnect power to the fan before installing the airfoils. 1. Attach winglets (to airfoils) Note: Winglets are standard on Isis fans; however, airfoil tips are available. If you opted for the airfoil tips, skip this step and proceed to step 2. Attach the winglet to the airfoil using the Winglet Hardware as shown. Securely tighten the screws.
Isis® 24 Installing Airfoils (cont.) 3. Attach airfoils (to main fan unit) After the fan is completely assembled and securely hanging from the mounting structure, peel off the protective plastic from the bottom of the hub. WARNING: Disconnect power to fan before installing airfoils. Attach the 10 airfoil retainers using the Airfoil Hardware. Moving clockwise around the fan hub, position the airfoil retainers as shown. Hole A of the retainer should be positioned over top of Hole B.
Isis® Electrical Installation 25 WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, wiring should be performed by a qualified electrician! Incorrect assembly can cause electric shock or damage the motor and the controller! Hazard of electrical shock! WARNING: The installation of a Big Ass Fan must be in accordance with the requirements specified in this installation manual and with any additional requirements set forth by the national electric code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70-1999, and all local codes.
Isis® Electrical Installation (cont.) 26 Wiring: single fan application CAUTION: The fan must operate on a dedicated circuit with a dedicated neutral. Failure to install the fan on a dedicated circuit will cause the fan to operate improperly. If installing the fan using a typical lighting circuit in which the critical red conductor or “traveler” is absent, an optional Limited Access Controller can be installed, allowing the utilization of a typical residential lighting system.
100-125VAC 1Φ 10A* 60Hz WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM ©2011 DELTA T CORP. GRN WHT RD RED Fan wire functions / colors: AC Hot / Black Neutral / White Traveler / Red YL/RD GND BK DBA BIG ASS FAN CO. J-BOX (mounted locally to fan) J-BOX (mounted locally to fan) OUT TO REMAINING FANS Electrical Installation (cont.) ALL RIGHTS RESERVED This multi-fan application can also be used with a 3-way control configuration as explained on page 32. Up to four (4) fans can be controlled from a single controller.
Isis® Electrical Installation (cont.) 28 Mounting the wall controller WARNING: Disconnect power to the wall box before wiring the fan controller. Mount the fan controller so that the fan it controls is visible from the controller location. Install the controller on a flat surface that is readily accessible, free from vibration, and where there is adequate distance from foreign objects or moving equipment. After wiring the controller (see previous page), mount the controller with two (2) screws.
Isis® Fan Operation 29 To start the fan, press the pushpad on the controller. The fan may take up to 30 seconds to start rotating. To turn the fan on full speed, press and hold the pushpad. To stop the fan, press the pushpad or press and hold the left side of the fan speed bar. Note: When power is turned off, the light at the bottom of the controller remains lit. Speed Indicator Use the fan speed bar to control the speed of the fan. To increase fan speed, press the right side of the fan speed bar.
Isis® 30 Alternative Wiring Methods To order optional wiring kits, see the Optional Parts Order Form. Limited access application BASIC 2-WIRE (plus ground) Lighting Circuit CAUTION: The fan must operate on a dedicated circuit with a dedicated neutral. Failure to install the fan on a dedicated circuit will cause the fan to operate improperly.
Isis® Alternative Wiring Methods (cont.) 31 Limited access fan controller and controller remote operation As a convenience, the fan controller and the controller remote sets are factory paired by Big Ass Fans. See the previous page for wiring instructions. To start the fan, tap the upper portion of the pushpad once. The fan may take up to 30 seconds to start rotating. To increase fan speed, press and hold the upper portion of the pushpad.
GRN BLK YL/RD GND BK WHT WWW.BIGASSFANS.COM BLK WHT GRN RED YL/RD GND BK BLK WHT GRN RD FAN SPEED CONTROLLER Companion Module RED J-BOX Fan wire functions / colors: AC Hot / Black Neutral / White Traveler / Red (mounted locally to fan) ©2011 DELTA T CORP. DBA BIG ASS FAN CO.
Isis® Preventive Maintenance 33 WARNING: Risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons during cleaning and user-maintenance! Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before servicing. WARNING: Before servicing or cleaning unit, switch power off at service panel and lock the service disconnecting means to prevent power from being switched on accidentally. When the service disconnecting means cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning device (such as a tag) to the service panel.
Isis® 34 Troubleshooting WARNING: When servicing or replacement of a component in the fan requires the removal or disconnection of a safety device, the safety device is to be reinstalled or remounted as previously installed. WARNING—TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING: a. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer. b.
Annual Maintenance Checklist Fan Model: Fan Model: Fan Model: Serial #: Serial #: Serial #: Location: Location: Location: Date Initials Date Initials Date Initials
Optional Parts Order Form Fully complete this form, and then fax to Big Ass Fans at 859-967-1695. A Big Ass Fans representative will phone or e-mail you with the total cost of part(s) and shipping. Credit card information will also be obtained at that time. Optional parts Enter the number in the Quantity column for the required part.
Isis® 39 Limited Warranty Congratulations on your purchase of a Big Ass Fan! We are delighted that you have chosen our product to improve the quality of your indoor environment, and hope you’ll have much pleasure using the fan for years to come.
Isis® Limited Warranty (cont.) 40 What steps are required to obtain a warranty service? 1. If the fan is operating, immediately turn off the fan. 2. Contact Big Ass Fans Technical Support Department as soon as the issue is discovered by: a. Calling 1-877-BIG-FANS (244-3267); or b. Going online to www.bigassfans.com/customer_service, completing the technical support form; or c.
Isis® Limited Warranty (cont.) 41 Conditions (cont.) 4. A service fee, parts replacement fee, and shipping charges may be imposed if any fan is returned for warranty service that is missing components or that has been modified in any way. Such fees and charges will vary based upon the actual material and labor costs necessary to replace missing or modified parts and to return the fan to its original factory condition. Return policy Returns must be received within 90 days of shipment.
Isis® Limited Warranty (cont.) 42 Definitions 1. “Labor” shall mean reimbursement by Big Ass Fan Company to the Big Ass Fan Company customer in whose building the product(s) are installed of all reasonable costs paid by the customer to an independent contractor employed to remove, dismantle, reassemble, or reinstall any of the warrantied products during the first year that the product is in service.
Isis® Limited Warranty (cont.) 43 Replacement of products under warranty acknowledgment & return instructions If you believe a part failed during normal operation and is covered under warranty, Big Ass Fans will ship a replacement part to you pursuant to your notice that you will be replacing the original part within 10 days.
Isis® 2425 Merchant Street Lexington, KY 40511 Phone: 1-877-BIG-FANS Fax: (859) 967-1695 www.bigassfans.com Warranty Claim Form Name (print): Signature: Company: Shipping Address: City/State/ZIP: Phone: Fax: Date of Purchase: Items Returned: Reason(s) for returning item (please provide detail, including length of time after fan had been in operation that problem was noticed, nature of problem, any attempts you made to remedy the problem, etc.
Isis® Responsibility Agreement 2425 Merchant Street Lexington, KY 40511 Phone: 1-877-BIG-FANS Fax: (859) 967-1695 www.bigassfans.com To: Big Ass Fan Company The undersigned understands and acknowledges receipt of the Warranty Claim Form and Instructions and agrees that Big Ass Fan Company has the right, upon receipt of returned merchandise, to make final determination as to whether this merchandise should be replaced at no cost under Big Ass Fan Company’s stated warranty policy.
Check-In Procedure (for Big Ass Fan Certified Installers Only) 2425 Merchant Street Lexington, KY 40511 Phone: 1-877-BIG-FANS Fax: (859) 967-1695 www.bigassfans.com Attention: These items must be completed prior to any additional installation crew members entering job site or any installation material being unloaded. Company: Job Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: Contact Name: Phone: E-mail: Fan placement is to be in accordance with agreed upon original Scope of Work and Layout.
Close-Out Procedure (for Big Ass Fan Certified Installers Only) Company: 2425 Merchant Street Lexington, KY 40511 Phone: 1-877-BIG-FANS Fax: (859) 967-1695 www.bigassfans.com Job Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: Contact Name: Phone: E-mail: Field Crew Supervisor and facility manager are to walk-thru completed installation. The installation is complete and on time in accordance with the original Check-In document.
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