Hunter The Sontera - 52"
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1. For reference also attach your receipt or a copy of your receipt to the manual For Y R d d jeri Assistance Typ e 2 Mlo ode Is A A e A Owner s Guide and Installation Manual Where Purchased SINCE 1886 Form 42686 01 20110524 2011 Hunter Fan Co Welcome Your new Hunter ceiling fan is an addition to your home or office that will provide comfort and performance for many years This installation and operation manual gives you complete instructions for installing and operating your fan We are proud of our work We appreciate the opportunity to supply you with the best ceiling fan available anywhere in the world Before installing your fan for your records and warranty assistance record information from the carton and Hunter nameplate label located on the top of the fan motor housing Cautions and Warnings e READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS e Use only Hunter replacement parts Table Of Contents e To reduce the risk of personal injury attach the fan directly to the support structure of the building according to these instructions and use only the hardware supplied To avoid possible electrical shock before installing your fan 3 e Assembling and Hanging the Fan 8 disconnect the power by turning off the circuit breakers to the 4 Setting the Remote Transmitter and outlet box and associated wall switch location If you cannot lock Rece2. 8 4 0 N OOOO DIP Switches Set to 0100 4 1 IMPORTANT Before you change the Jumper settings make sure the battery is not connected to the transmitter Change the position of the jumpers in the transmitter and the L ai DIP switches in the receiver Be sure the position of the jumper in the transmitter matches the position of the DIP switches EH H in the receiver If they don t match the controller will not function For instructions on how to set the jumpers read the es P box below Te T 4 2 There is a toggle switch beside the jumpers on the transmitter T ae Move the toggle switch toward the side that reads CFL on ence 2 of apogado Receiver DIP switches 4 3 Install the 12 volt battery into the transmitter 4 4 Attention Use the pull chain switch to set the fan speed to CFL Toggle Switch the high position BEFORE installation Do not use pull chain switch to change the fan speed after installation as damage to your fan or remote may result The speed of the fan should only be changed by the Hunter control Set the ceiling fan light kit to the ON position before installation The light level should only be changed by the Hunter control A CAUTION The remote control device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hunter Fan Company could void your authority to operate this equipment Operation is subject to the following two con
3. Company A CAUTION To reduce the risk of personal injury attach the fan directly to the support structure of the building according to these instructions and use only the hardware supplied l Getting Ready To install a ceiling fan be sure you can do the following e Locate the ceiling joist or other suitable support in ceiling e Drill holes for and install wood screws e Identify and connect electrical wires e 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 e Electric drill with 9 64 bit e Standard screwdriver magnetic tip recommended e Phillips head screwdriver magnetic tip recommended e Wrench or pliers e Ladder height dependent upon installation site Checking Your Fan Parts Carefully unpack your fan to avoid damage to the fan parts Refer to the included Parts Guide Check for any shipping damage to the motor or fan blades If any parts are missing or damaged contact your Hunter dealer or call Hunter Technical Support Department at 888 830 1326 In Canada call 1 866 268 1936 6 Installing Multiple Fans If you are installing more than one fan keep the fan blades and blade irons if applicable in sets as they were shipped 42686 01 05 24 11 Hunter Fan Company 2 Installing the Ceiling Plate
4. contact with the rotating fan blades during normal operation e The fan blades are at least 7 feet above the floor and the ceiling is at least 8 feet high The fan blades have no obstructions to airflow such as walls or posts within 30 inches of the fan blade tips e The fan is directly below a joist or support brace that will hold the outlet box and the full weight of the fan 30 From Wall or Nearest Obstruction 7 Minimum Blades to Floor 8 Minimum Checklist for Existing Fan Site If you want to use an existing fan site complete the following checklist to Fan Support determine if the site is acceptable and safe for your new Hunter fan If you cannot check off every item prepare a new fan site as described on this page Fan Support System e Fan attaches directly to building structure e Fan support system will hold full weight of the fan and light kit Ceiling Hole The outlet box clearance hole is directly below the joist or support brace Outlet Box e The outlet box is an UL approved octagonal 4 x 1 1 2 outlet box or as specified by the support brace manufacturer The outlet box is secured to the joist or support brace by wood screws and washers through the inner holes of outlet box The outer holes of the outlet box are aligned with joist or support brace e The bottom of the outlet box is recessed a minimum of 1 16 into ceiling Wiring e The electrical cable is secur
5. tilt the canopy to an almost vertical position so that the canopy slots sit on the ceiling plate hooks 3 7 Raise the fan and align the slots in the canopy with the hooks on the ceiling plate 3 8 Place the slots over the hooks to hang the fan 8 Standard or Angled Mounting Steps 3 2 3 3 Setscrew 3 m Downrod lt Canopy lt Canopy Trim Ring Low Profile Mounting Steps 3 5 3 6 Green A Ground Wire Canopy Trim Ring ag N Low Profile Screw Low Profile Screws Low Profile Washer Step 3 6 Detail Adapter Low Profile Screw Low Profile Washer 42686 01 05 24 11 Hunter Fan Company 4 Setting the Remote Transmitter and Receiver Setting DIP switches and Jumpers When two or more fans are located near each other you may desire to have the receiver transmitter for each fan set to a different code so that the operation of one fan does not affect the operation of the other fans The DIP switches for the receiver are located on the flat surface of the receiver The Jumpers for the transmitter are in the the battery compartment Example DIP Switch Settings Receiver 1 DIP Switches Set to 0111 Transmitter 1 _ _ 1 2 N 0 DIP Switches Set to 0111 Receiver 2 DIP Switches Set to 0100 Transmitter 2 L Ii 2
6. 7 3 Remove the blade mounting screws and rubber shipping bumpers from the motor Note Some blade mounting screws are installed in the motor to secure shipping blocks 7 4 For each blade insert one blade mounting screw through the blade iron and attach lightly to the fan Insert the second blade mounting screw then securely tighten both mounting screws Blade Assembly Use with grommet ews Use without grommet Blade Mounting Screw 12 42686 01 05 24 11 e Hunter Fan Company Steps 7 1 7 2 Steps 8 1 8 3 8 e Completing Your Installation With a Multi Staked Light Fixture A WARNING Use only the light fixture supplied with this fan model 8 1 To attach the upper switch housing partially install two 6 32 x 3 8 housing assembly screws into the switch housing mounting plate 8 2 Align the keyhole slots in the housing with the housing assembly screws 8 3 Turn the housing counterclockwise until the housing assembly screws are firmly situated in the narrow end of the keyhole slots Install the remaining 6 32 x 3 8 screw into the housing Tighten all three screws firmly A CAUTION Make sure the upper switch housing is securely attached to the switch housing mounting plate Failure to properly attach and il Plug Connector Lower Switch Housing tighten all three assembly screws could result in the switch housing Housing Assembly Upper fixture fal
7. 8 7 8 8 42686 01 05 24 11 e Hunter Fan Company 9 1 9 3 9 Assembling the Remote Control and Mounting the Cradle To install the battery remove the back cover of the remote Insert the included 12 volt alkaline battery Type 23A MN 21 or equivalent inside the remote matching polarity on the battery as indicated by the and symbols in the battery compartment Replace the cover If you are using more than one remote controlled fan in the same area and want to control them separately you must change the jumper settings in the remote before you install the battery To install the remote cradle on a switch plate remove the two screws holding the switch cover plate Do not remove the cover plate Note If you are installing the remote cradle on a rocker light switch first break off the two tabs by pushing outward Orient the control cradle by lining up the two mounting holes with those on the switch Insert and tighten the screws do not over tighten To install the remote cradle on the wall locate a 2 x 4 wall stud in a convenient location Orient the remote cradle over the 2 x 4 stud Use 1 wood screws in either the inner or outer mounting holes Wall anchors and 6 32 x 1 screws may be used in situations where mounting to a stud is not possible Use the inner mounting holes 15 Step 9 2 Removed Tabs Step 9 2 Rocker Light Switc
8. A CAUTION To avoid possible electrical shock before installing your fan disconnect the power by turning off the circuit breakers to the outlet box and associated wall switch location If you cannot lock the circuit breakers in the off position securely fasten a prominent warning device such as a tag to the service panel 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 Drill two pilot holes into the wood support structure through the outermost holes in the outlet box The pilot holes should be 9 64 in diameter For Angled Ceilings Be sure to orient the ceiling plate so that the two tabs are pointing toward the ceiling peak Your fan comes with four preinstalled noise isolators Check to make sure all four isolators are in place and were not removed during shipment Place a flat washer on each of the two 3 wood screws Thread the supply wires from the outlet box in the ceiling through the hole in the center of the ceiling plate Align the slotted holes in the ceiling plate with the pilot holes you drilled in the wood support structure For proper alignment use slotted holes directly across from each other Note The isolators should be flush against the ceiling Pass the screws through the slotted holes in the ceiling plate 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 3 Wood Screw eee HH VUSUUNKUEEEEDD OU i
9. IN e The black power wire from the ceiling to the black wire from the receiver marked on red tag LIVE IN 5 5 Using the small wire connectors connect the wires from the fan as follows e The black white wire from the fan to the red wire from the receiver marked on white tag LIGHT OUT e The black wire from the fan to the black wire from the receiver marked on white tag FAN OUT e The white wire from the fan to the white wire from the receiver marked on white tag COMMON OUT 5 6 Check each connection to make sure no bare wire or wire strands are visible Push all wires and wire connectors except for the white antenna wire from the receiver back through the ceiling plate into the outlet box 5 7 Position the receiver in the canopy so that the antenna is close to the edge of the ceiling plate for clear reception 10 42686 01 05 24 11 e Hunter Fan Company 6 Installing the Canopy and Canopy Trim Ring A WARNING Failure to complete the following steps could cause the fan to fall Note It is recommended you use a magnetic tip screwdriver for the following steps 6 1 Rotate the hanger ball so the tab in the canopy is secure in the hanger ball groove Note Your fan may have multiple tabs and grooves that must be aligned 6 2 Swing the fan up to align the canopy screw holes with the mounting holes on the ceiling plate A WARNING The slots in the canopy must remain engaged wh
10. ditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note Use with a fan that incorporates an air gap switch normal on off wall switch A WARNING Maximum fan load is 1 Amp maximum lamp is 300 Watts 9 42686 01 05 24 11 e Hunter Fan Company 5 Wiring the Fan All wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical codes and ANSI NFPA 70 If you are unfamiliar with wiring use a qualified electrician meena 5 1 Make sure the power is still off 5 2 To connect the wires hold the bare metal leads together and place a wire connector over them then twist clockwise until tight For all these connections use the wire connectors provided A CAUTION Be sure no bare wire or wire strands are visible after making connections lt 5 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 or the green ground wire Receiver a 8 Steps 5 3 5 7 Large Wire Connector Small Wire Connector present on the low profile washer 5 4 Using the large wire connectors connect the white wire and the black wire from the ceiling as follows e The white Common power wire from the ceiling to the white wire from the receiver marked on red tag NEUTRAL
11. ed to outlet box by an approved connector e Six inches of lead wires extend from outlet box Suitable Existing Fan Site Fan Support Outlet Box If your existing fan site is suitable skip ahead to Section 2 Installing the Ceiling Plate 3 42686 01 05 24 11 Hunter Fan Company Ceiling Height Preparing the Fan Site continued Step 2 Cut the Ceiling Hole 2 1 Locate the site for the ceiling hole directly below the joist or support brace that will hold the outlet box and fan 2 2 Cut a 4 diameter hole through the drywall or plaster of the ceiling You will use the hole to install the support brace and outlet box Step 3 Install a Support Brace If Necessary Determine if there is a ceiling joist directly above the ceiling hole If the joist is there determine if it is positioned to allow you to recess the outlet box a minimum of 1 16 into the ceiling If NOT install a support brace as follows 3 1 Attach a 2 x 4 support brace between two joists Position it to allow you to recess the bottom of the outlet box a minimum of 1 16 into the ceiling 3 2 Check the support brace to ensure it will support the full weight of the fan and light kit Step 4 Install the Outlet Box 4 1 Obtain a UL approved octagonal 4 x 1 1 2 outlet box plus two 8 x 1 1 2 wood screws and washers available from any hardware store or electrical supply house 4 2 Orient the o
12. es 7 42686 01 05 24 11 Hunter Fan Company Toward Ceiling Peak For Angled Ceilings Be sure to orient the ceiling plate so that the two tabs are pointing toward the ceiling peak Steps 2 3 2 6 3 Assembling and Hanging the Fan A WARNING Fan may fall if not assembled as directed in these installation instructions 3 1 Unbundle the wires from the fan For Standard or Angled mounting 3 2 Insert the downrod through the canopy and canopy trim ring Feed the wires from the fan through the downrod on one side of the pin in the ball 3 3 Loosen the square head setscrew on the adapter to install the pipe and ball assembly Note When the pipe and ball assembly is fully installed 2 3 threads on the pipe will still be visible this is normal Securely retighten the setscrew with a wrench or pliers Skip to step 3 7 A 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 For Low Profile mounting Note For low profile mounting the downrod is replaced with the low profile washer 3 4 Remove the setscrew from the adapter 3 5 Place the low profile washer into the canopy with the lip down 3 6 Align the holes in the washer with the holes in the adapter Assemble securely with three low profile screws Hanging the Fan Note To hang the fan you must
13. h 42686 01 05 24 11 Hunter Fan Company 10 1 10 2 10 3 10 4 10 5 10 6 10 Operating the Remote Control The remote transmitter has four numerical buttons 0 Off 1 Low speed 2 Medium speed 3 High speed For best operation start the fan by pressing 3 high and then select your desired speed The light button turns the light on to full brightness To dim the light hold the light button down until you reach your desired brightness Push the light button again to turn off the light Press the 0 button to turn the fan off When necessary replace the battery with a 12 volt type 23A MN 21 battery or equivalent The battery compartment is on the back You can mount the remote holder to any toggle switch plate with the screws already in the switch plate Or you can simply mount the remote holder on the wall Step 10 6 16 42686 01 05 24 11 Hunter Fan Company Step 10 5 11 Troubleshooting Problem Nothing happens fan does not move 1 Turn power on replace fuse or reset breaker 2 Loosen canopy check all connections according to the wiring the fan section 3 Check the plug connection in the switch housing 4 Push motor reversing switch firmly left or right to ensure that the switch is engaged 5 Pull the pull chain to ensure it is on 6 Remove the shipping bumpers Problem Noisy opera
14. ile swinging the canopy for alignment 6 3 Holding the canopy up with the screw holes aligned partially install two canopy screws into the holes opposite the ceiling plate tabs 6 4 Partially install a canopy screw into the hole between the two ceiling plate tabs When all the holes are properly aligned securely tighten all three canopy screws 6 5 Verify that the tabs in the canopy are still in the grooves of the hanger ball 6 6 Align the tabs on the trim ring opposite the grooves in the hanger ball Using both hands push the canopy trim ring up to the top of the canopy The canopy trim ring will snap and lock into place Note Should you need to remove the trim ring press firmly on opposite sides of the trim ring directly above the groove in the hanger ball The tabs will flex out releasing the canopy trim ring Step 6 1 Step 6 2 Step 6 3 Canopy gt Canopy Trim Canopy Screw lI 42686 01 05 24 11 Hunter Fan Company 7 Assembling the Blades Hunter fans use several styles of fan blade irons brackets that hold the blade to the fan 7 1 Your fan may include blade grommets If your fan has grommets Step 7 1 Detail insert them by hand into the holes on the blades 7 2 Attach each blade to a blade iron using three blade assembly screws If you used grommets the blades may appear slightly loose after screws are tightened This is normal
15. iring use a qualified electrician Installer s Choice and Optional Accessories Support Brace Ceiling Standard Outlet Box Mounting gt Style Standard Mounting hangs from the ceiling by a downrod included Angled Mounting recommended for a vaulted or angled ceiling Understanding Mounting and Installers Choice 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 instructions for all three Installer s Choice mounting methods Considering Optional Accessories 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 For ceilings higher than 8 feet you can purchase Hunter extension downrods All Hunter fans use sturdy 3 4 diameter pipe to assure stability and wobble free performance Support Brace Low Profile ad Mounting Style Outlet Box Low Profile Mounting fits close to the ceiling recommended for ceilings less than 8 feet high 5 42686 01 05 24 11 Hunter Fan
16. iver the circuit breakers in the off position securely fasten a prominent warning device such as a tag to the service panel All wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical codes and ANSI NFPA 70 If you are unfamiliar with wiring use a Trim Ring qualified electrician To reduce the risk of personal injury do not bend the blade attachment system when installing balancing or cleaning the fan 1 e Getting Ready 2 Installing the Ceiling Plate 5 e Wiring the Fan 6 Installing the Canopy and Canopy 7 Assembling the Blades 8 Completing Your Installation With a Multi Staked Light Fixture Never insert foreign objects between rotating fan blades To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or motor damage do not use a Solid state speed control with this fan Use only Hunter speed 9 e Assembling the Remote Control and Mounting the Cradle controls 10 Operating the Remote Control 16 e This product conforms to UL STD 507 and is certified 11 Troubleshooting to STD C22 2 No 113 e Wash your hands after your fan installation is complete 2011 Hunter Fan Company 7 42686 01 05 24 11 Hunter Fan Company Preparing the Fan Site Step 1 Choose the Fan Site Proper ceiling fan location and attachment to the building structure are essential for safety reliable operation maximum efficiency and energy savings Choose a fan site where e No object can come in
17. ling Screw Switch Housing 8 4 To attach the lower switch housing connect the upper plug 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 one way Make sure the connectors are properly aligned before connecting them Incorrect connection could cause improper operation and damage to the product 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 housing with three 6 32 x 3 8 housing assembly screws Housing Assembly Screw Step 8 4 iia Plug Connector Detail 13 42686 01 05 24 11 Hunter Fan Company 8 e Completing Your Installation With a Multi Staked Light Fixture Continued Note Glass shade style and number of lights may vary 8 6 To install each shade first loosen the three thumbscrews 8 7 Raise the shade to the light fixture Tighten the thumbscrews securely 8 8 Install B10 candelabra based light bulbs 40 Watt maximum each Note In compliance with US federal energy regulations this ceiling fan contains a device that restricts its light output Exceeding the wattage limit marked on the MAX wattage sticker affixed to the light socket s may result in fire hazard or improper operation 14 Thumbscrews Steps
18. tion 1 Tighten the blade assembly screws and blade iron armature screws until snug 2 Check to see if the blade is cracked If so replace all the blades Problem Excessive wobbling 1 Make sure the blades are securely attached to the blade irons according to the blade assembly instructions provided 2 After thoroughly verifying the blades are securely attached to the blade irons follow the instructions in the enclosed balancing kit to balance the fan 3 Turn power off support fan very carefully and check that the hanger ball is properly seated Problem Lights shut off suddenly but fan is still operating 1 Check to make sure the wattage and type of the light bulbs that are installed meet the specifications on the light socket 2 Turn the power to the fan off at the wall switch Wait 5 minutes then resume power to the fan Problem CFL bulbs flicker when controlled by a dimming remote or wall control 1 CFL light bulbs are not usually made for dimming Replace the CFL bulbs with dimmable light bulbs or install the fan in a location without a dimming control 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 17 42686 01 05 24 11 Hunter Fan Company
19. utlet box so that both the inner and outer holes in the box align with the joist or support brace 4 3 Drill pilot holes no larger than the minor diameter of the wood screws 5 64 through the inner holes of the outlet box 4 4 Attach the outlet box directly to the support brace or joist with two 8 x 1 1 2 wood screws and washers Th e bottom of the outlet box must be recessed a minimum of 1 16 into the ceiling Step 5 Prepare the Wiring 5 1 Make sure the circuit breakers to the fan supply line leads and associated wall switch location are turned off If you cannot lock the circuit breakers in the off position securely fasten a prominent warning device such as a tag to the service panel 5 2 Thread the fan supply line through the outlet box so that the fan supply line extends at least 6 beyond the box 5 3 Attach the fan supply line to the outlet box with an approved connector available at any hardware store or electrical supply house 5 4 Make certain the wiring meets all national and local standards and ANSI NFPA 70 You have now successfully prepared your ceiling fan site For instructions to install your ceiling fan go to your fan manual and continue with Section 2 Installing the Ceiling Plate 4 42686 01 05 24 11 e Hunter Fan Company A CAUTION All wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical codes and ANSI NFPA 70 If you are unfamiliar with w
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