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Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan -

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Introduction

Before beginning installation of this product, read the package list on Page 2 and ensure all parts are present and display no defects. If any part is missing or damaged, contact customer service and do not attempt to install the product. Read all of the safety information on Page 3 before installation or use. Estimated assembly time: 120 minutes Additional tools required for assembly: Electrical tape, flathead & Phillips screwdriver, adjustable wrench, pliers, safety glasses, ladder, and wire strippers

Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - Introduction

Additional helpful tools: AC tester light, tape measure, wiring handbook, and wire cutters

Package List

Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - Package List

Item Name Qty.
A Fan Blades 3
B Mounting Bracket 1
C Canopy 1
D Downrod 1
E Coupling Cover 1
F Remote Control 1
G Receiver 1
 

 

 

H

Mounting Screws 2
Mounting Bolts 4
Metal Washers 8
Blade Bolts 9
Plastic Washers 9
Wire Nuts 4
I Fan Motor Assembly 1
J Light Plate 1
K LED Light Kit 1
L Shade 1

Safety Information

Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - icon Warning!

  1. To reduce the risk of electric shock, ensure electricity has been turned off at the circuit breaker or fuse box before beginning.
  2.  All wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical codes. Electrical installation should be performed by a qualified licensed electrician.
  3. This fan is suitable for use with solid-state speed controls.
  4.  To reduce the risk of personal injury, use only the fasteners provided with the junction box for mounting to the junction box. Most junction 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, ELECTRIC SHOCK, & PERSONAL INJURY, MOUNT FAN TO A JUNCTION BOX MARKED “ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT”.
  5. The junction box and support structure MUST be securely mounted to create a level surface within 10° of horizontal and MUST be capable of reliably supporting a minimum of 50 pounds. Use only UL listed junction boxes marked “FOR FAN SUPPORT”.
  6.  After marking electrical connections, spliced conductors should be turned upward and pushed carefully up into the junction box. The wires should be spread apart with the grounded conductor and the equipment-grounding conductor on one side of the junction box.
  7. The fan must be mounted with a minimum of 7 feet clearance from the trailing edge of the blades to the floor.
  8. Do not use the reverse switch while the fan blades are in motion. To prevent damage and ensure long use, the fan must be turned off and the blades stopped before reversing direction.
  9. Do not place objects in the path of the blades.
  10.  Exercise caution when working around or cleaning the fan.
  11. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the fan body and blades. Do not use water or detergent.
  12. The electrical diagrams provided herein are for reference only. Light kits that are not packaged with the fan must be UL listed and suitable for use with this fan. Switches must be UL general use switches. Refer to their separate instructions for proper assembly.

NEVER BEND THE BLADES FOR ANY REASON.

Preparation

  1.  Turn Off Your Power
    Begin installation by removing fuses or turning offcircuit breakers to the wiring you will be using. Use your compatible UL listed junction box if you already have one installed.
    Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - icon Failure to disconnect the power supply prior toinstallation may result in serious injury or death.
    Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - Power
  2. Choose Your Mounting Position
    If you need to install a new UL listed junction box, secure it directly to your building’s structure usingappropriate fasteners and materials. Do not use plastic boxes. The junction box and its supports must be able to support the MOVING weight of the fan (at least 50 lb.) and be rated for fan support. The junction box should create a level surface for the fan that is not sloped greater than 10 degrees from horizontal in any direction.
    Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - Sharp Slopes
  3. Choose a Suitable Location
    Ensure the blades will be at least 30 inches from any obstruction and at least 7 feet above the floor. In locations without a ceiling joist, a hanger support bar may be required. Do not install in damp locations.
    Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - Choose

Initial Installation

Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - Supply Wires

 

Step 1. Pass the supply wires from the junction box through the central hole of the mounting bracket.
Step 2. Secure the bracket to the junction box with the metal washers and mounting bolts or screws.

Downrod Mounting

Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - Downrod

Step 1. Remove the locking pin and retaining clip from the downrod.
Step 2. Loosen the two locking bolts on the top of the motor assembly.
Step 3. Carefully slide the canopy and coupling cover onto the downrod.
Step 4. Feed the wires of the fan motor assembly through the downrod.
Step 5. Install the downrod onto the top of the motor assembly, aligning their holes and replacing the pin and the clip.
Step 6. Retighten the previously loosened bolts.
Step 7. Place the downrod’s top mount onto the mounting bracket. Rotate the entire assembly until the tab has dropped into its slot and sits firmly. The entire motor assembly should no longer rotate if seated properly.
Failure to reattach the locking pin and/or properly seat the downrod can cause the fan to fall from the ceiling during operation.
Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - icon DO NOT use the fan before ensuring it is properly secured and the motor cannot rotate.

Circuit Connections

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Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - icon Again, ensure that the power has been cut before working with the wiring. Use the wire nuts provided with your fan.
Ensure there are no loose wires or connections, and secure connectors with electrical tape.
Step 1. Insert the receiver into the tray with the receiver facing the ceiling. For best results, make sure the white antenna on the end of the receiver remains extended and not tangled with any of the electrical wires.
Step 2. Connect the 5 colored wires of the receiver to the 5 identically colored wires of the fan motor. Secure each set with the provided wire nuts.
Step 3. Connect the 2 colored wires of the receiver to the 2 identically colored wires of the junction box. Secure each set with the provided wire nuts.
Step 4. Connect the green or bare copper ground wire of the junction box to the ground wire of the ceiling fan motor. Separate the white and green connections from the black wire connections, which should be kept on opposite sides of the junction box.

Canopy Installation

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Step 1. Tuck all the connections neatly into the junction box.
Step 2. Slide the canopy up to the mounting bracket and place the key hole slots over the mounting screws or bolts on the bracket. Rotate the canopy until the screw or bolt heads lock in place at the narrow section of the key hole.

Fan Motor Mounting

Step 1. Slot a blade into the blade arm on the fan motor assembly, aligning their holes.
Step 2. Making sure the blade is straight, attach 3 plastic washers and blade bolts.
Step 3. Repeat for the remaining blades.

Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - Blade Bolt

Light Installation

Step 1. Remove the bolt from the bottom ofthe fan motor.
Step 2. Feed the wire plug of the fan motorthrough the middle of the light plate.Install the light plate onto the motor and secure it by replacing and tighteningthe bolt.
Step 3. Connect the LED light kit to the lightplate using its magnetic suction-cupbolt.
Step 4. Connect the wire plugs of the LEDlight kit to the wire plugs of the fanmotor (blue to blue and white to white).
Step 5. Fit the shade onto the light plate,screwing it into place. Ensure it isfirmly connected to avoid looseningduring use.

Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - Bolt

Color Temperature Adjustment

The LED light has 3 different color settings: Warm White (3000K), Daylight (4500K), and Cool White (6000K). To adjust the light settings,

  1.  Press LIGHT on the remote control to turn on the LED light.
  2. Hold LIGHT until the LED light turns off.
  3.  Hold LIGHT until the LED light turns on again with the next color temperature in order.

Repeat these steps to cycle through the 3 color temperatures.

Remote Control Operation

Install the remote control holder onto any wall or suitable flat surface using two mounting screws/ bolts. Upon first use, connect the remote control to its receiver in the fan by pressing LIGHT and HI on the remote control until a beep is heard. (Note that this programming cannot be done for the first 30 seconds after the receiver is turned on.)

Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - Remote Control

Key Function
LOW Starts the fan at low speed
MED Starts the fan at medium speed
HI Starts the fan at high speed
STOP Stops the fan
LIGHT Turns the light on or off
1H Runs the fan for 1 hour and then turns it off
2H Runs the fan for 2 hours and then turns it off
4H Runs the fan for 4 hours and then turns it off
R/F Reverses the fan’s direction

Merra CFN 1503 Modern LED Indoor Brushed Nickel Ceiling Fan - stop

DO NOT press R/F while the fan is turning. Wait for it to stop completely before changing the direction of its rotation.
This remote operates with a range of 30 feet (10 m). It uses 2 1.5V AAA batteries (not included).
If the remote will not be used for a prolonged period, it is recommended to remove the batteries for better service life.

Troubleshooting

Potential Problems Common Solutions
 

 

 

 

 

Fan blades don’t rotate

Check fuses and/or circuit breakers and reset if needed.
Cut off power to the fan and check its internal electrical

connections.

Replace the remote control’s batteries.
Check that the fan cover is correctly placed and no

screws interfere with the movement of the blades.

Contact customer service to replace a faulty remote control.
 

 

 

Fan is too noisy

Check that all fasteners are well tightened.
Ensure the canopy housing has a short distance between

itself and the ceiling.

Upon initial installation, allow 24 hours of use for the

machine to break itself in.

Cut off power to the fan and check that the wire nut connections are not rubbing against one another or the inner housing.
If you have installed a solid-state variable-speed control, cut off power to the fan and disconnect this control from the device. See if using the remote resolves the problem, which can be caused by erratic signals from such controls.
Fan wobbles during use Check that all fasteners are well tightened.
Use the provided balance kit to adjust the blades if their tips are found to be an unequal distance from the ceiling while well fastened.
Exchange the position of the various blades.

Again, do not bend the blades during any of these procedures.

Contact Us

Thank you for choosing our products! If you have any questions or comments, contact us at help@cs-supportpro.com and we’ll resolve your issue ASAP!
For a .pdf copy of the latest version of these instructions, use the appropriate app on your smartphone to scan the QR code to the right.

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Documents / Resources

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