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Post by graybeard on Jul 3, 2014 9:34:59 GMT -5
This is a pre 1985 with the second letter "S" in the serial number unit that I have two of. Both have the Inteli-Touch 4 button wall control. However, one fan has a control board issue. I have purchased two used circuit boards for this fan in the last 6 years and each has failed, again. Does anyone know a source for these boards that are new updated units or a conversion kit that will still allow it to still work?
Thank you
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Post by Deleted on Jul 3, 2014 11:43:12 GMT -5
I am wondering if you get a lot of power surges, they dont normally fail that often.
If you're handy with electronics I can walk you through converting it to one speed, one direction, and then you could use a 3 or 4 speed had wired wall control.
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Post by Cullen D. on Jul 3, 2014 21:21:42 GMT -5
Does the fan have a light kit? If not, converting it to one speed (you would lose the ability to reverse it) and using a wall control would be the best way to go.
if it has a light kit, you can still convert it, but you'll either have to run an extra wire through the attic for a separate switch, or use a remote kit.
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Post by graybeard on Jul 4, 2014 9:30:11 GMT -5
I am wondering if you get a lot of power surges, they dont normally fail that often. If you're handy with electronics I can walk you through converting it to one speed, one direction, and then you could use a 3 or 4 speed had wired wall control. If there is not a reasonable priced conversion kit available with a updated circuit board and applicable wall control, then I do not have much of a choice. So far as power surges, we do not have a problem in California in our area grid.
The suggested converting is doable but have 2 questions: Can the wiring be manually switched simply on the direction of the fan as I use the forward- summer, reverse- winter? Will this converting cause the motor to hum?
Please send me the directions for the rewire and a suggested 3/4 speed wired wall control.
Thank you for the responses on this post.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2014 10:46:42 GMT -5
Define reasonably priced. You can get repair parts and conversion kits here: www.casablancafanrepair.com/But I worry you may keep having the same problem if something is causing them to fail.
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Post by Cullen D. on Jul 4, 2014 15:02:20 GMT -5
If you want to have a reverse feature, I would just recommend replacing the entire fan with a 3-speed Casablanca. You would have to buy a used vintage one, though, because the new ones are terrible. However, with how many boards you lost on the current fan, it seems like the 3-speed board in a replacement Casablanca could get fried.
You could check Lowes for a black Hunter Original. They've been greatly dropping the prices on them lately. They're amazingly powerful fans, and have no circuit boards, so they will last a long time in your home.
Whatever you do, do NOT trash the current fan if you replace it.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2014 16:13:43 GMT -5
With all respect, I dont agree with what Cullen is saying.
Even if power surges or some similar AC line issue is frying the IT boards, it would not affect 3 speed electronics.
If you're handy you can convert the existing fan to 3 speed reverse for $30 or less in parts.
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Post by graybeard on Jul 5, 2014 8:44:37 GMT -5
In my original thread I stated that I had two of these fans. There seems to be an issue about "surges" but only one has been the trouble child. Where I purchased these broads from the East coast the seller did warn that their area was subject to storm surges and though they tested as good there was no guarantee how well the electronics would sustain continued use. It sounds that there is a conversion kit from the last posts: Is There??
And still, no one answered my other parts of my July 3rd reply:
A.The suggested converting is doable but have 2 questions: (1) Can the wiring be manually switched simply on the direction of the fan as I use the forward- summer, reverse- winter?
(2)Will this converting cause the motor to hum?
B.Please send me the directions for the rewire and a suggested 3/4 speed wired wall control.
Thanks again
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Post by Deleted on Jul 5, 2014 12:43:24 GMT -5
In that case, I would try once more with the replacement parts.
Casablanca sells replacement parts and/or kits to upgrade to whatever the most current system is. I am not sure what they currently stock but I suggest giving them a call. If the parts rep you get on the phone doesnt sound knowledgeable, call back another time until you get someone who does.
Provided you dont/cant get parts from Casablanca:
The fan can be made to have one, two or three speeds, reversible or non reversible, if you convert it yourself, but the more options you give it, the more work it is, and you really have to know electronic basics.
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Post by graybeard on Jul 6, 2014 8:16:44 GMT -5
I'm in a dilemma: - Spend $300+ for a kit to upgrade it and keep my fingers crossed
- Rewire it that would still give it some function with a very reasonable expense out lay -"OR" buy another fan but not a Casablanca unit.
A replacement is now being contemplated and from some of the other comments, even Casablanca has fallen down on the quality. Hunter units look good but for the number of people that I have talked to, most of them hum at low speeds and are always out of balance (5 bladed units included)
So, for $200-$300 what would be the forum's recommendations for a 3 speed reversible unit that mounts very close to the ceiling?
Continued appreciation for the responses.
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Post by Cullen D. on Jul 6, 2014 9:53:16 GMT -5
Do NOT go with any Hunter except the Original. Hunter has gone very far downhill.
I would go with the Hunter Original, a Gulf Coast Dixie Belle, or a Gulf Coast Riviera.
Like I said, Lowes is clearing out Originals by greatly dropping the prices on them, and I think an Original would be the best quality out of the 3, but it can't be flush mounted. The Gulf Coast fans would have to be ordered online if you don't have a local Dan's Fan City to buy them from. These, however, can be flush mounted.
I would not go with a hugger ceiling fan because they tend to be low quality.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 6, 2014 14:45:03 GMT -5
The Casablanca kit is $300?! That's insane.
I agree about the Hunter Original, it doesnt mount close to the ceiling, but neither does the Panama.
I think the X factor is, how handy are you with electronics?
Also, where are you located?
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Post by graybeard on Jul 7, 2014 8:42:09 GMT -5
The Casablanca kit is $300?! That's insane. I agree about the Hunter Original, it doesnt mount close to the ceiling, but neither does the Panama. I think the X factor is, how handy are you with electronics? Also, where are you located? The Panama 5 that is in question has only a 2 inch rod and my other Panama 5 does mount right against the ceiling. The rod length can be easily shortened.
I'm pretty handy with electronics but if I run into a difficult road, I know someone that is extremely knowledgeable.
I live in Orangevale, California which is a suburb of Sacramento.
Thank you
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Post by Deleted on Jul 7, 2014 11:54:47 GMT -5
Ok, I dont know anyone there that could help you.
The fan in question, does it have a light kit? If so, do you know if there is a separate wire for light control in the wall?
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Post by graybeard on Jul 8, 2014 7:50:17 GMT -5
It has a light kit, no extra wall wire and no concern if it does not function.
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