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Model: 51878 Matte Silver
51879 Flat Matte Black
51880 Fresh White
Fan weight ±2 lbs: 23.4 lbs (10.6 kg)
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Georgetown
Installation Manual
Complete
©2022 Hunter Fan Co.
M3961-01 r080522

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Safety and Warnings
General Warnings
Key safety precautions for installation and operation to prevent injury or shock.
General Cautions
Important guidelines regarding wiring, parts, and fan usage.
Tools and Box Contents
Tools Needed for Installation
Lists the necessary tools for assembling the ceiling fan.
Box Outlet Mount
Mounting the fan using a pre-existing outlet box.
Building Structure Mount
Mounting the fan directly to the building structure.
Parts Included
List of all fan components included in the box.
Hardware Included
List of all screws, anchors, and hardware provided.
Pre-Installation Steps
Turn Power OFF
Ensuring power is completely off before starting installation.
Standard Mount Configuration
Installation details for flat ceilings using the short downrod.
Room Dimension Requirements
Required clearance for blade tips and fan height from the floor.
Canopy Mount and Wiring
Prep for Mounting
Securing the fan to the building structure or outlet box.
Building Structure Mounting
Installing the canopy mount to the building structure.
Outlet Box Mounting
Installing the canopy mount to the outlet box.
Single Switch Wiring
Connecting wires for a single switch setup.
Dual Switch Wiring
Connecting wires for a dual switch setup.
Fan Body Assembly and Blades
Connect Fan Components
Connecting the fan body, wiring harness, canopy, and blades.
Fan Body to Canopy Connection
Attaching the fan body to the canopy mount.
Wiring Harness Connection
Connecting the wiring harness from canopy to fan body.
Canopy Cover Installation
Sliding and securing the snap-on canopy cover.
Fan Blade Installation
Installing the fan blades onto the blade irons.
Glass Cover Installation
Complete Fan Assembly
Attaching and securing the glass light cover.
Secure Glass Cover
Aligning and twisting the glass cover into place.
Remote Cradle Installation
Adhesive Cradle Mounting
Mounting the remote cradle using adhesive.
Screw Mount Cradle Option
Mounting the remote cradle using screws and anchors.
Remote Placement in Cradle
Placing the remote into the mounted cradle.
Final Installation and Operation
Restore Power
Restoring power to the fan and main switch.
Remote Control Functions
Key press functions for fan speed, light, and reverse.
Battery Installation Guidelines
Guidelines for battery installation and care.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Fan Does Not Work
Steps to diagnose and fix a fan that is not operating.
Excessive Wobbling
Troubleshooting tips for fan blade wobbling.
Erratic Remote Control
Resolving erratic behavior of the remote control.
Noisy Fan Operation
Identifying and fixing sources of fan noise.
Multiple Remote Interference
Addressing interference between multiple remote controls.
Warranty Information
Obtaining Warranty Service
Steps to follow to request warranty service.
Warranty Coverage Details
Information on what parts and issues are covered by the warranty.
Warranty Exclusions
Details on what is excluded from the fan warranty.
State Law and Warranty Rights
Explanation of how state laws impact warranty rights.
Long Downrod Installation
Downrod Disassembly and Prep
Steps to loosen, disassemble, and remove the existing downrod.
Long Downrod Assembly
Routing wires and assembling the long downrod with threadlocker.

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