Packing Tips

1. (Box): Should be sturdy and new, preferably with stitched or stapled seams. It must be big enough to give at least 2-5 inches of space between the item(s) and the side of the box. Use Fragile Stickers and draw “This Side Up” arrows.

2. (Packing Materials): The original foam that the entire fan came in would provide the best protection for the motor (be sure to remove all other items from the box). Alternatively, you can use dense cushioning material like molded Styrofoam or sturdy foam sheets. Avoid using just bubble wrap, packing paper, or packing peanuts as they are too weak to protect heavy items like the motor.

3. (Motors without Housings): Put sturdy packing material around the sides of the lower and upper shafts. The goal is to distribute weight and pressure around those areas because they bend easily.

4. (Motors with Housings): Put more protection on the lower shaft to keep the rest of the motor’s weight from bending it. If it is pushed to the side it will bend the housing with it.

5. (Motors with Large Plates): If the top plate is held down with only 6 screws at the top/center coupling, it can be removed and the motor can be serviced without it. If the plate is held down by a large nut or requires special tools to remove, leave it installed. You can protect large plates by putting sturdy packing material beneath and above the plate.

6. (Other Parts): Wrap any other individual parts in bubble wrap or packing paper. Make sure all parts are disassembled before shipping.

7. (Test): Once you feel that the package is secure, shake the box. If nothing moves, it is ready to ship. If the motor or other parts shake inside the package, you need to use more packing material.

Do not use plastic bags, newspapers, magazines, or trash as packing material.

Do not ship the package if parts are loose inside the box.

Do not ship the package with the blade arms, light kit, or other parts assembled on the motor.