Install Ceiling Fan Box

The box must be mounted firmly either by attaching it directly to a framing member or by using a fan rated brace.

Install ceiling fan box.

Loose blades will cause the fan to wobble when operating. Install the fan canopy that covers the ceiling box and mounting bracket. A ceiling fan is a stylish and functional addition to any room. Assemble the fan components.

Install a new ceiling fan mounting box. The box must be securely attached to the building structure to support the ceiling fan. Ceiling fans need to be properly anchored to an electric ceiling box that s designed to hold a heavy fixture. The family handyman editor in chief gary wentz will show you how to remove an old light and install a ceiling fan brace so you can properly install a new c.

Hold the fan s metal ceiling plate up to the pancake box and pull the wires through its center hole. It will not only hold the wiring but also support the full weight of the fan. Make sure it s acceptable for ceiling fan installation and will support the weight of the fan. If the room doesn t have an overhead box hire an electrician to install.

Attach a blade mounting bracket to each fan blade and then attach these brackets to the rotating bezel below the fan motor. If you have doubts about the suitability of the existing box purchase and install a new one. Attach the ceiling plate to the box with two 1 1 2 inch long 10 32 machine screws. Be sure all of the mounting screws are tight.

Mount the ceiling plate. Most building codes require ceiling fans to be mounted on special fan rated boxes which are made of metal or strong plastic and have deep threaded holes for the mounting screws. It must also be grounded or attached to a ground wire in the ceiling. If you are planning to install a ceiling fan in a room that already has a ceiling outlet wiring a ceiling fan is the same as wiring any ceiling fixture.