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90% Pre-Assembled Out Of The Box! Makes Installation Fast in 3 Easy Steps 1. Install mounting bracket and make wiring connections 2. Attach EasyLock Blades 3. Install bulb(s) and glass Installation is complete! Please follow the detailed installation instructions inside this manual 45058-01 • 08/13/09 • Hunter Fan Company...
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Installer’s Choice and Optional Accessories Understanding Mounting and Installer’ s Choice® Support Brace Hunter’s patented 3-position mounting system provides you maximum installation flexibility and ease. You can install your Hunter fan in one of three ways, depending on ceiling height and your preference: Low Profile, Standard, or Angled mounting. The steps in this manual include Ceiling instructions for all three Installer’s Choice mounting methods. Standard Outlet Box Mounting Considering Optional Accessories Style Consider using Hunter’s optional accessories, including a wall-mounted or remote speed control. To install and use the accessories, follow the instructions included with each product. For quiet and optimum performance of your Hunter fan, use only Hunter speed controls. Standard Mounting hangs from the ceiling by a downrod (included). For ceilings higher than 8 feet, you can purchase Hunter extension downrods. All Hunter fans use Support Brace sturdy 3/4” diameter pipe to assure stability and wobble-free performance. Ceiling Outlet Box Support Brace...
1 • Getting Ready To install a ceiling fan, be sure you can do the following: • Locate the ceiling joist or other suitable support in ceiling. • Drill holes for and install wood screws. • Identify and connect electrical wires. • Lift 40 pounds. If you need help installing the fan, your Hunter fan dealer can direct you to a licensed installer or electrician. Gathering the Tools You will need the following tools for installing the fan: • Electric drill with 9/64” bit • Standard screwdriver (magnetic tip recommended) • Phillips-head screwdriver (magnetic tip recommended) • Wrench or pliers • Ladder (height dependent upon installation site) Installing Multiple Fans? Checking Your Fan Parts If you are installing more than Carefully unpack your fan to avoid damage to the fan parts. Refer to one fan, keep the fan blades and the included Parts Guide. Check for any shipping damage to the motor blade irons (if applicable) in sets, or fan blades. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your Hunter...
Note: Your fan comes with four pre-installed neoprene noise Bracket isolators. 2-2. Thread the lead wires from the outlet box down through the hole in the middle of the hanger bracket. 2-3. Align the slotted holes in the hanger bracket with the pilot holes you drilled in the wood support structure. For proper alignment use slotted holes directly across from each other. If you are installing the fan on an ANGLED ceiling, be sure to orient the hanger bracket as shown in Illustration 2-3 (left or right view). Note: The isolators should be flush against the ceiling. 2-4. Place a flat washer on each of the two 3” screws and pass the screws through the slotted holes in the hanger bracket into the pilot holes you drilled. Tighten the screws into the 9/64” pilot holes; do not use lubricants on the screws. Do not over tighten. Flat Washer Steps 2-2 – 2-4 Ceiling Peak Ceiling Peak Large Large Opening Opening 3” Screw LEFT RIGHT Step 2-3 (Angled Ceiling Only) 45058-01 • 08/13/09 • Hunter Fan Company...
Canopy rest on the fan assembly. (with Washer) 3-2. Feed the wires from the fan through the downrod. Note: Make sure all the wires are on the same side of the metal Canopy dowel pin inside the dowrod. Trim Ring Adapter 3-3. Loosen the square head set screw on the adapter to install the pipe and ball assembly. Note: When the pipe and ball assembly Set Screw is fully installed, 2-3 threads on the pipe will still be visible; this is normal. Securely retighten the set screw with a wrench or pliers. CAUTION: The adapter has a special coating on the threads. Do not remove this coating; the coating prevents the downrod from unscrewing. Once assembled, do not remove the downrod. WARNING: Do not carry or lift fan by canopy. 3-4. Raise the fan and place the ball into the hanger bracket. 3-5. Align the notch on the ball with the indent in the hanger bracket. Indent (Rotate the fan until you hear the notch pop into place.) Steps 3-4 – 3-5 Go to 4 • Wiring the Fan . WARNING: Fan may fall if not assembled as directed in these installation instructions. 45058-01 • 08/13/09 • Hunter Fan Company...
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(ceilings less than 8 feet high), see Steps 3-6 – 3-10 on this page. 3-6. Remove the screws from the hanger ball bracket. 3-7. Place the low profile washer from the parts sack into the canopy. 3-8. Place the canopy trim ring and canopy with washer on top of the fan assembly. 3-9. Align the screw holes in the washer with the holes in the adapter. Step 3-6 Assemble securely with three #8-32 x 3/4” screws. 3-10. Raise the fan and place the hook on the hanger bracket through (Not Actual Size) the round hole in the rim of the canopy. WARNING: Fan may fall if not assembled as directed in these installation instructions. Steps 3-8 – 3-9 Low Profile Washer Step 3-7 (Detail) Low Profile Washer Adapter Canopy Trim Ring #8-32 x 3/4” Screw Step 3-10 45058-01 • 08/13/09 • Hunter Fan Company...
4-2. To connect the wires, hold the bare metal leads together and place a wire nut over them, then twist clockwise until tight. For all these connections use the wire connectors provided. 4-3. Connect the bare or green ground wire (grounding) from the ceiling to the green ground wire (grounding) from the ceiling plate and the green ground wire from the fan. 4-4. Connect the white wire (grounded) from the ceiling to the white wire (grounded) from the fan. 4-5. Connect the remaining wires as follows: Wire Connector Dual Switch Wiring: • The black wire (ungrounded) from the ceiling to the black wire (ungrounded) from the fan • The black/white wire (ungrounded) from the fan to the wire (ungrounded) for the wall switch Single Switch Wiring: • The black wire (ungrounded) from the ceiling to the black (ungrounded) and the black/white wire (ungrounded) from the fan CAUTION: Be sure no bare wire or wire strands are visible after making connections. 4-6. Turn the wire connectors upward and push them carefully back through the ceiling plate into the outlet box. 4-7. Spread the wires apart, with the grounded wires on one side of the outlet box and the ungrounded wires on the other side of the outlet box. 45058-01 • 08/13/09 • Hunter Fan Company...
Hanger Bracket hanger bracket. 5-2. Raise the canopy over the hanger bracket. Align partially installed screws with key slots in canopy. 5-3. Twist canopy clockwise to secure. 5-4. Install third & fourth canopy screw in round hole on canopy. Securely tighten all four screws. Canopy Trim Ring 5-5. Using both hands, push the canopy trim ring up to the top of the Canopy canopy. 5-6. Twist canopy trim ring clockwise to secure the canopy. Should you need to remove the canopy trim ring, follow these steps: 1. Twist canopy trim ring counterclockwise until it releases from canopy. Step 5-3 Step 5-4 Step 5-5 Canopy Screw 45058-01 • 08/13/09 • Hunter Fan Company...
6 • Assembling the Blades ™ Our exclusive Easy Lock blade assembly enables you to lock the blades in place without tools and to remove the blades easily for cleaning. 6-1. Open the locking mechanism. 6-2. Align the holes in the blade with the blade iron. 6-3. Close the locking mechanism securely. You will feel it lock into place. 6-4. Repeat steps 6-1 through 6-3 until all blades are installed. Open Step 6-1 Close Step 6-3 45058-01 • 08/13/09 • Hunter Fan Company...
If you do not want to install the light fixture, you need to uninstall it now. See “Uninstalling the Light Fixture” in Step 7-10. 7-2. To attach the lower switch housing, connect the upper plug Plug Connector connector from the motor to the lower plug connector in the lower switch housing assembly. Note: Both plug connectors are polarized and will only fit together Steps 7-2 – 7-3 one way. Make sure the connectors are properly aligned before connecting them. Incorrect connection could cause improper operation and damage to the product. Lower Switch Housing 7-3. Place the lower switch housing assembly over the upper switch housing. Align the side screw holes in the upper and lower switch housings. Attach the lower switch housing to the upper switch Plug housing with three housing assembly screws. Connector Detail Housing Assembly Screw Note: In compliance with US federal energy regulations, this ceiling fan contains a device that restricts the light kit to a maximum of 190 Watts. Exceeding that limit or the marked limit on this product may result in fire hazard or improper operation. 45058-01 • 08/13/09 • Hunter Fan Company...
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Light Bulbs (B10 7-4. First install B10 candelabra bulbs (60 Candelabra Watt Maximum) into the sockets. Base 60 Watt Maximum) 7-5. Attach the extra pull chains (included) to the fan pull chain and light pull chain using the plastic breakaway connector. (You may find the plastic breakaway connector on the end of the extra chain.) Metal Disc 7-6. Thread the pull chains through the holes in the metal disc. Then, thread the pull Threaded chains through the hole in the center of the glass bowl. Glass Bowl 7-7. Thread the pull chains through the grommet holes on the sides of the cover plate. 7-8. Place the cover plate up against the glass bowl. Align the holes in the cover plate and glass bowl. 7-9. Screw the finial onto the threaded rod end until tight. Cover Plate Grommet Hole Finial Breakaway Connector 45058-01 • 08/13/09 • Hunter Fan Company...
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7-10. Remove the lower switch housing screws, then remove the lower switch housing. 7-11. To uninstall the light fixture, first disconnect the plug connectors between the black wire and the red wire. Lower Switch 7-12. Disconnect the plug connectors between the two white wires. Housing 7-13. Uninstall the nut and washer from the end of the light fixture inside the lower switch housing. 7-14. Unscrew the threaded rod of the light fixture from the lower switch housing. 7-15. Remove the light fixture from the lower switch housing, pulling Threaded Rod disconnected wires through the hole in the center of the lower switch housing. Note: When removing the wires, pull the thin plug connector (male) through first, and then pull the other plug connector (female) through the hole. 7-16. Install the dummy terminals (included in the sack parts) on the two disconnected wires in the lower switch housing. 7-17. Install the switch housing cap and plug button to the Steps 7-12 – 7-16 lower switch housing. 7-18. Re-attach the lower switch housing back to the fan and reinstall the lower switch housing screws. Plug Button Step 7-17 45058-01 • 08/13/09 • Hunter Fan Company...
• The chain uses a breakaway connector that separates if the chain is jerked. If this happens, simply reinsert the chain into the connector. 8-3. Ceiling fans work best by blowing air downward (counterclockwise In warm weather, use blade rotation) in warm weather to cool the room with a direct downward air flow pattern breeze. In winter, having the fan draw air upward (clockwise blade rotation) will distribute the warmer air trapped at the ceiling around the room without causing a draft. 8-4. For cleaning finishes, use a soft brush or lint-free cloth to prevent scratching. A vacuum cleaner brush nozzle can remove heavier dust. Remove surface smudges or accumulated dirt and dust using a mild detergent and a slightly dampened cloth. You may use an artistic agent, but never abrasive cleaning agents as they will damage the finish. 8-5. Clean wood finish blades with a furniture polishing cloth. Occasionally, apply a light coat of furniture polish for added protection and beauty. Clean painted and high-gloss blades in the same manner as the fan finish. In cold weather, use upward air flow pattern To Change Airflow Direction Turn the fan off and let it come to a complete stop. Slide the reversing switch on the fan to the opposite position. Restart fan. Reversing Switch 45058-01 • 08/13/09 • Hunter Fan Company...
Problem: Excessive wobbling. 1. If your fan wobbles when operating, use the enclosed balancing kit and instructions to balance the fan. 2. Tighten all blade iron screws. 3. Turn power off, support fan very carefully, and check that the hanger ball is properly seated. Problem: Lights dim when turned on or do not turn on 1. Check to make sure wattage of light bulbs installed match the specifications on the light socket. Problem: If the light on this fan shuts off suddenly. 1. Turn the power to the fan off at the wall switch. Wait 30 seconds, then resume power to the fan. If you need parts or service assistance, please call 888-830-1326 (In Canada, call 1-866-268-1936) or visit us at our Web site at http://www.hunterfan.com. Hunter Fan Company 7130 Goodlett Farms Pkwy #400 Memphis, Tennessee 38016 45058-01 • 08/13/09 • Hunter Fan Company...
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