The selection of a brand name ceiling fan which specified that it was rated for outdoor installation and use.
The outdoor rating was required even though this patio had a well built covering. Upon opening I soon realized that the type of materials and construction methods were not the same as an indoor ceiling fan. The top of the ceiling fan was totally enclosed, not vented as most indoor ceiling fans. The exterior materials are made of heavy duty plastic which have an attractive glossy finish.
The top of the light fixture kit was also made of sturdy non-corrosive plastic and was easily assembled just as an indoor ceiling fan. The blades of this outdoor ceiling fan were made of what appeared to be a vinyl plastic. The blades are heavy duty and mounting was very easy. With all the blades of the ceiling fan in place I am ready to mount the light fixture assembly. The internal ceiling fan wiring was well labeled and provided push-in connectors that made the connections a snap.
Download a free copy from the Adobe Web site. Get a Quick Reply! Ask the Electrician. Outdoor Ceiling Fans are a great addition to your outdoor patio. Mike from Rochester, New York. Electrical Video 1 Install a Ceiling Fan? James, from Memphis, Tennessee asks: I have an old house and the electricity has been upgraded from fuses to breakers.
I need to ad some electrical to the main bathroom. I want to ad a small ceiling fan and an exhaust fan as well as one more outlet. I think I should run a new line from the electrical box. Is this true, and what size wire should I run and what size breaker should I use?
James, An additional circuit for the ceiling fan and the exhaust fan will only be required if the existing circuit for the bathroom light fixture does not have enough capacity to support the additional load of these items. The amount of power required for a ceiling fan and an standard exhaust fan is not very great. Estimated Time: Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools and access to the ceiling fan. Electrical Wiring Parts and Materials: Electrical parts and materials for ceiling fan wiring projects should be approved for the specific project and compliant with local and national electrical codes.
Electrical Codes and Inspections: Installing additional home electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes with a permit and be inspected. Helping You to Wire It Right! See the Electrical Wiring Video 2 Below:. An Outdoor Ceiling Fan will help you cool off under your deck or covered patio area. They help to keep outdoor spaces cool on humid nights and scorching days.
Ceiling fans can be installed in a number of outdoor spaces and they include gazebos, porches, verandas, and covered decks. To successfully install your ceiling fan under a deck, all you need to do is follow the step by step instructions below:. If the ceiling fan will be installed on a deck with a low ceiling, make sure you select a flush mount model. The ceiling fan blades should be chosen in accordance to the size of the room which the fan will be cooling.
Essentially, the larger the size of the room, the longer the size of the blades should be. In order to measure the length of the blade, start from the tip of one of the blades and measure to the tip of the blade located on the other side. If you decide to buy an outdoor ceiling fan that also comes fitted with a light kit, ensure that the light kit is also usable outdoors.
Ceiling fans designed for outdoor use are usually made with materials that are weather-resistant. This means that they have been designed specially to prevent moisture from getting into the important parts of the fan such as the electrical and motor parts. Usually, a support brace is fixed to the electrical junction box. This will make sure that the ceiling fan is adequately supported the right way.
You will need to get the wires reconnected once the installation is complete. This can be done by making use of weight strips which help to keep the fan blades balanced. Click here to read more about balancing fan blade s. They also help to improve the efficiency of the ceiling fan.
Additionally, it helps to reduce any wobbling present in the ceiling fan. A lot of ceiling fan units also include remotes which allow owners to adjust the speed of the blades quite easily. Most fans usually have a symbol on them that indicates which area of the house they are suitable for. This symbol could display costal use, alfresco or indoor or outdoor only.
Fans labeled as suitable for alfresco areas are ideal as long as the fan is installed in an area that is fully covered and has 2 walls at the very minimum. This type of fan also has to be installed in an area that is safe from wind, water, salt or dust. It should also not be fixed under an open pergola. This is because moisture and even rain can easily access the motor of the fan.
If the ceiling fan is not going to be installed under a covered area, it will be exposed to moisture and, of course, the weather. If the deck has a screened-in area, then the breeze effect from the fan will be quite strong. This is so that air can move around more effectively. This is because the air created by the ceiling fan will require an adequate number of solid surfaces in order to bounce off them.
For outdoor spaces, a lot of the breeze felt usually happens if you happen to be standing directly underneath the fan. This means that within the perimeter outside the blade tips, the cooling effect reduces rather dramatically. An ideal area would have a minimum of 3 walls with a ceiling included so that the ceiling fan can create a steady breeze flow. This way, you and your guests can always feel refreshed and cool.
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