A chandelier can be heavier than a ceiling fan. So, to get that look you want and desire without any problems will mean that you will have to use an electrical box that can support the weight. A visit to the local hardware store will be the first step to installing that chandelier over a ceiling fan site. Because of the many styles and brands available, you will need to choose the appropriate chandelier.
Instructions
1. Turn the power off at the circuit breaker or fuse box in the basement or utility room. Place your ladder under the ceiling fan site. Take the new fan brace out of the box and turn it until it is at the shortest length. Put the brace in the hole and lay it flat on the ceiling. Open the brace up until it is pressed tightly against the joists. Secure with an adjustable wrench.
2. Remove the knockout plug out of the electrical box using a screwdriver and if it doesn't have a connector, add one to the knockout hole. Pull 6 inches of cable into the box and secure it. Put the U-bolt over the fan brace. Put the support flange on the U-bolt and tighten with the nuts provided and an adjustable wrench.
3. Line the holes in the electrical box with the threaded ends of the U-bolt. Secure with the hex nuts and a nut driver. Adjust the wires and chain length so that the chandelier hangs at the desired height. Put the nipple on the chain holder and in the mounting bar. Push the wires into the nipple. Attach the chandelier's mounting bar to the electric box.
4. Wrap the copper ground wire around the ground screw and to the ground wire on the chandelier. Twist the white wire to white wire, black wire to black wire. Secure with wire nuts. Tuck the wiring in the electrical box. Push the canopy up to the top of the chain and hold it tight to the ceiling.
5. Slide the retaining collar up to the top of the chain and thread it on the chain holder. Tighten the retainer collar with your hand so that it holds the canopy. Screw in the light bulbs and install the decorative fixtures. Restore the power at the circuit breaker of fuse box.
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