Is my ceiling box suitable for a fan/light?
#1
08-05-12, 08:19 AM
Is my ceiling box suitable for a fan/light?
I want to mount a ceiling fan in my 50-s built house. I removed axisting light fixture and found there was now any marks indicated it was suitable for a fan. I attached a picture. I will appreciate any advice. Thank you in advance,
Leonid
Leonid
#2
08-05-12, 09:28 AM
No it isn't fan rated. The mounting ears tell the story. They are too light weight and probably 8-32. Good news is it should probably be easy to remove. That screw in the center is probably all you need to loosen to remove it.
#3
08-05-12, 09:50 AM
I happened to still have a pix of a fan rated box that will help you understand fan rating. You will need 10-24 screws to attach your fan spanner to the box and only to the posts, and not to the ears.
Do you have access above this box?
Attachment 2439
Do you have access above this box?
Attachment 2439
