Ceiling Fan Motor AnalysisDecember, 2010
Energy Star Program -- Residential Ceiling Fans (Version 2.3)Residential ceiling fan is defined as a non-portable device designed for home use that is suspended from the ceiling for circulating air via the rotation of fan blades. •Some ceiling fans also have an integral or attachable light kit.Key Requirements•Minimum CFM and CFM/watt requirementsMagnequench -All Rights Reserved•Minimum CFM and CFM/watt requirements•Pin based option in light kits•Minimum 30-year motor, 1-year component, and 2-year light kit warranty requirementsFan SpeedMinimum AirflowEfficiency RequirementLow1,250 CFM155 CFM/wattMedium3,000 CFM100 CFM/wattHigh5,000 CFM75 CFM/watt
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