Hunter Fan 41844-01 Fan User Manual
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1. installation and operation manual for Hunter Ceiling Fans 41844 01 12 20 2002 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 sup ply you with the best ceiling fan available anywhere in the world Before installing your fan record the following information for your records and warranty assistance Please refer to the carton and the Hunter nameplate label located on the top of the fan motor hous ing for the proper information Model Name Catalog Model No Serial No Date Purchased Where Purchased Please also attach your receipt or a copy of your receipt for refer ence cautions and warnings e Read entire booklet carefully before beginning instal lation Save these instructions e Use only Hunter replacement parts e To reduce the risk of personal injury attach the fan directly to the support structure of the building ac cording to these instructions and use only the hard ware supplied e To avoid possible electrical shock before installing your fan disconnect the power by turning off the cir cuit breakers to the outlet box and associated wall switch location If you cannot lock the circuit break ers in the off position securel2. can re move heavier dust Surface smudges or an accumulation of dirt and dust can easily be removed by using a mild detergent and a slightly dampened cloth An artistic agent may be used but never use abrasive cleaning agents as they will damage the finish caring for blades Wood finish blades should be cleaned with a furniture polishing cloth Occasionally a light coat of furniture polish may be applied for added protection and beauty Painted and high gloss blades may be cleaned in the same manner as the fan finish 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 Push motor reversing switch firmly up or down to ensure that the switch is engaged 5 Pull the pull chain to ensure it is on 6 Remove the shipping bumpers Problem Noisy operation 1 Tighten the blade bracket screws until snug 2 Tighten the blade screws until snug 3 Check to see if the blade is cracked If so replace all the blades Change to an approved speed control 5 Check and tighten the screws in the switch housing mounting plate and in the upper and lower switch hous ing Problem Excessive wobbling 1 If your fan wobbles when operating use the enclosed bal ancing kit and instructions to balance the fan 2 Tighten all blade and or blade iron
3. electrician Note Wall Wall Switch Wire for Separate Switch must be Control of Light Fixture acceptable as a general use switch Power Wires in Ceiling Black Bare or Green 2 x 4 Brace _ Outlet Box Approved Ceiling Plate Connectors _ Connections 1 Connect BIk Wht wire from the fan to the wall switch for separate control of the light fixture or rom Fan 2 Connect Blk Wht wire from the fan to the ceiling black wire if there is no separate wall switch wire for the light fixture Green Ground Wire from Hanger Pipe not present with flush mounting option Figure 13 Wiring the fan installing the canopy 1 Rotate the fan 180 clockwise from the initial position when hanging the fan The arrows on the hanger ball and on the ceiling plate should be pointing in the same direction and should be pointing towards the tab hole on the canopy Refer to Figure 14 Figure 14 Rotating the fan 2 Hook the tab hole over the tab on the ceiling plate as shown in Figure 15 41844 01 12 20 2002 3 Raise the canopy be sure the holes in the canopy and the ceil ing plate are aligned and loosely assemble the canopy screws one at a time When all three screws are assembled securely tighten all three canopy screws Refer to Figure 15 Tab Hole 5 and Tab p Canopy Screw Figure 15 Inst
4. alling the canopy installing the canopy trim ring 1 To easily install the canopy trim ring locate the two tabs on the canopy trim ring See Figure 16 Canopy Press Here when Press Here when Removing Removing Canopy Trim Ring Tab Figure 16 Canopy trim ring 2 Take both hands and push the canopy trim ring up to the top of the canopy See Figure 16 3 The canopy trim ring will snap and lock into place on the canopy removing the canopy trim ring 1 Locate the tab indicators small bumps on top of tabs Refer to Figure 17 2 To remove the canopy trim ring press firmly on opposite sides of the ring towards the canopy as shown in Figure 17 The tabs will flex out releasing the trim ring from the canopy Tab Indicator Canopy Trim Ring Canopy Figure 17 Removing the canopy trim ring 2002 Hunter Fan Company assembling the blades Hunter fans use several styles of fan blade irons brackets that hold the blade to the fan 1 Your fan may include blade grommets If your fan has grom mets insert them by hand into the holes on the blades as shown in Figure 18 4 Grommet va Fan Blade A W Figure 18 Inserting the grommets into the fan blades 2 Attach each blade to blade iron using three blade assembly screws as shown in Figure 19 Some fans feature a decorative medallion as well as a blade iron Insert the assembly screws into the blade iron through the blade and into the medallion wi
5. arning device such as a tag to the service panel 2 Thread the fan supply line through the outlet box so that the fan supply line extends at least 6 beyond the box as shown in Figure 7 3 Attach the fan supply line to the outlet box with an approved connector available at any hardware store or electrical supply house Refer to Figure 7 4 Make certain the wiring meets all national and local standards and ANSI NFPA 70 Approved Connector Wire Leads a Figure 7 Preparing the wiring You have now successfully prepared your ceiling fan site For in structions on how to install your ceiling fan continue with the in stalling the ceiling plate section installing the ceiling plate 1 Drill two pilot holes into the wood support structure through the outermost holes on the outlet box The pilot holes should be 9 64 in diameter 2 Thread the lead wires from the outlet box through the hole in the middle of the ceiling plate 3 Your fan comes with four neoprene noise isolators Position the isolators between the ceiling plate and ceiling by inserting the raised areas on each isolator into the holes in the ceiling plate Refer to Figure 8 Isolators Ceiling Plate Figure 8 Inserting the isolators into the ceiling plate 2002 Hunter Fan Company Align the slotted holes refer to Figure 9 in the ceiling plate with the pilot holes in the wood support structure Note The isolation pads should be flush against
6. e following 1 Attach a 2 x 4 support brace between two joists The sup port brace must allow the bottom of the outlet box to be re cessed a minimum of 1 16 into the ceiling See Figure 6 2 Check the support brace to ensure it will support the full weight of the fan and light kit installing the outlet box 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 2 Orient the outlet box so that both the inner and outer holes in the box align with the joist or support brace 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 Attach the outlet box directly to the support brace or joist with two 8 x 1 1 2 wood screws and washers The bottom of the outlet box must be recessed a minimum of 1 16 into the ceiling as shown in Figure 6 Washer t Outlet Box Wood A 1 16 Recess Figure 7 Installing the outlet box 41844 01 12 20 2002 preparing the wiring ACAUTION All wiring must be in accordance with na tional and local electrical codes and ANSI NFPA 70 If you are unfamiliar with wiring you should use a qualified elec trician 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 w
7. holes of outlet box aligned with joist or support brace Bottom of outlet box recessed a minimum of 1 16 into ceiling wiring e Electrical cable secured to outlet box by approved con nector Six inches of lead wires extend from outlet box See Figure 4 for an adequate existing fan site Ceiling Joist Support Brace Approved Connector l Wood Screw Outlet Box Figure 4 Adequate existing fan site If your existing fan site is suitable go to the installing the ceiling plate section and begin installing your new Hunter fan preparing a new fan site To prepare the fan site follow four steps Cutting the Ceiling Hole e Installing the Support Brace if necessary e Installing the Outlet Box e Preparing the Wiring 41844 01 12 20 2002 4 cutting the ceiling hole 1 Locate the site for the hole directly below the joist or support brace that will hold the outlet box and fan 2 Cut a 4 diameter hole through the drywall or plaster of the ceiling as shown in Figure 5 You will use the hole to install the support brace and outlet box Ceiling Joist Support Brace bef Diameter Ceiling Ceiling Hole Figure 5 Cutting the ceiling hole installing the support brace If there is a ceiling joist directly above the hole which will allow the outlet box to be recessed a minimum of 1 16 in the ceiling go to installing the outlet box section If there is not an adequate ceiling joist available do th
8. late as shown in Figure 12 Use the note and arrow en graved in the ceiling plate to assist in determining the direc tion to assemble AWARNING Fan may fall if not assembled as directed in these installation instructions Figure 12 Hanging the fan wiring the fan 1 Disconnect the power by turning off the circuit breakers to the outlet box and associated wall switch location You can use either one or two wall switches to control the fan and or lights separately Use connection 1 as described in Fig ure 13 to e control the light with a wall switch and the fan with a pull chain one wall switch required e control the light with a pull chain and the fan with a wall switch one wall switch required or e control the light with one wall switch and the fan with another two wall switches required Use connection 2 as described in Figure 13 if there is no sepa rate wall switch power wire for the light fixture NOTE Wall switches not included Connect the wires as shown in Figure 13 To connect the wires twist the bare metal leads together Place a wire nut over the intertwined length of wire and twist clockwise until tight as ACAUTION Be sure no bare wire or wire strands are vis ible after making connections 41844 01 12 20 2002 All wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical codes and ANSI NFPA 70 If you are unfamiliar with wiring you should use a qualified
9. ory light fixtures To install the light fixture follow the instructions included with the light fixture for wiring mounting and assembly 41844 01 12 20 2002 operating your ceiling fan Turn on electrical power to the fan The fan pull chain controls power to the fan The pull chain has four settings in sequence High Medium Low and Off e Pull the chain slowly to change settings e Release slowly to prevent the chain from recoiling into the blades e The chain uses a breakaway connector that separates if the chain is jerked If this happens simply reinsert the chain into the connector Ceiling fans work best by blowing air downward counterclock wise blade rotation in warm weather to cool the room witha direct breeze In winter having the fan draw air upward clock wise blade rotation will distribute the warmer air trapped at the ceiling around the room without causing a draft Refer to Figure 25 ro CT Figure 25 Air flow patterns To change the direction of air flow turn the fan off and let it come to a complete stop Slide the reversing switch on the fan to the opposite position as shown in Figure 26 Restart fan Reversing Chain Switch Figure 26 Pull chain and reversing switch 2002 Hunter Fan Company cleaning vour ceiling fan caring for finishes For cleaning a soft brush or lint free cloth should be used to pre vent scratching the finish A vacuum cleaner brush nozzle
10. performance of your Hunter fan use only Hunter speed controls checking your fan parts Carefully unpack your fan to avoid damage to the fan parts Check for any shipping damage to the motor or fan blades If one of the fan blades was damaged in shipment return all the blades for re placement NOTE If you are installing more than one fan keep the fan blades in sets as they were shipped If any parts are missing or damaged contact your Hunter dealer or call Hunter Parts Department at 888 830 1326 chosing your mounting position Standard Mounting Figure 1 hangs from the ceiling by a downrod included for ceilings 9 feet or higher For ceilings higher than 9 feet you can purchase Hunter extension downrods All Hunter fans use sturdy 3 4 diameter pipe to assure stability and wobble free performance Figure 1 Standard mounting 2002 Hunter Fan Company Angle Mounting Figure 2 hangs from a vaulted or angled ceiling Figure 2 Angle mounting preparing the fan site These guidelines are designed to help you select the best location for your fan and to prepare the site prior to installing the fan Proper ceiling fan location and attachment to the building structure are essential for safety reliable operation maximum efficiency and en ergy savings choosing the fan site Within the room where you want to install the fan choose a fan site where Noobject can come in contact with the rota
11. screws 3 Turn power off support fan very carefully and check that the hanger ball is properly seated If you need parts or service assistance please call 888 830 1326 or visit us at our WEB site at http www hunterfan com Hunter Fan Company 2500 Frisco Avenue Memphis Tennessee 38114 2002 Hunter Fan Company 41844 01 12 20 2002
12. se until the housing assembly screws are firmly situated in the narrow end of the keyhole slots as shown in Figure 23 Install the one re maining 6 32 x 3 8 housing assembly screw into the third hole in the upper switch housing Tighten all three screws firmly Figure 23 Mounting the upper switch housing ACAUTION Make sure the upper switch housing is se curely attached to the switch housing mounting plate Fail ure to properly attach and tighten all three housing as sembly screws could result in the switch housing and light fixture falling attaching the lower switch housing li Connect the upper plug connector from the motor to the lower plug connector in the lower switch housing assembly See Fig ure 24 NOTE Both plug connectors are polarized and will only fit to gether one way Make sure that both connectors are properly aligned before connecting them together Incorrect connec tion could cause improper operation and damage to the prod uct __ Upper Switch Housing Lower Plug dj Upper Plug Connector T Connector Housing Lower Assembly Switch Screw Housing Figure 24 Connecting the plug connectors 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 up per switch housing with three 6 32 x 3 8 housing assembly screws See Figure 24 installing access
13. th the blade sandwiched between the blade iron and me dallion as shown in Figure 20 Figure 19 Attaching the blade to the blade iron 2002 Hunter Fan Company Blade Iron M L amp I Medallion Figure 20 Attaching the blade to the blade iron and medallion If you used grommets the blades may appear slightly loose after screws are tightened This is normal 3 Remove the blade mounting screws and rubber shipping bumpers from the motor 4 For each blade insert one blade mounting screw through the blade iron as shown in Figure 21 and attach lightly to the fan Insert the second blade mounting screw then securely tighten both mounting screws ia I Figure 21 Attaching the blade iron to the fan installing the switch housing attaching the upper switch housing 1 Partially install two 6 32 x 3 8 housing assembly screws into the switch housing mounting plate as shown in Figure 22 2 Feed the upper plug connector through the center opening of the upper switch housing See Figure 22 Housing Assembly Screw Switch Housing _ Mounting Plate Upper Plug E S ej Connector E Upper Switch Housing Figure 22 Attaching the upper switch housing to the mounting plate 41844 01 12 20 2002 Align the keyhole slots in the upper switch housing with the housing assembly screws installed previously Turn the upper switch housing counterclockwi
14. the ceiling For Angled Ceilings Be sure to orient the ceiling plate so that the arrows on the ceiling plate are pointing towards the ceiling peak Refer to Figure 9 Arrows for Orienting on Angled Ceiling Figure 9 Locating the slotted holes to use Place a flat washer on each of the two 3 screws and pass the screws through the slotted holes in the ceiling plate as shown in Figure 10 Tighten the screws into the 9 64 pilot holes do not use lubri cants on the screws Do not overtighten Ceiling Joist 2 x 4 Brace Pees Ceiling Plate Ceiling Flat Washer K Outlet Box 3 Wood Screw Figure 10 Installing the ceiling plate assembling the fan assembling the fan for a standard or angled ceiling 1 Insert the downrod through the canopy and canopy trim ring as shown in Figure 11 Feed wires from the fan through the downrod Screw the downrod into the fan assembly until tight IMPOR TANT Tighten allen head set screw as shown in Figure 11 with the included allen wrench ACAUTION The downrod 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 Continue to the hanging the fan section 2002 Hunter Fan Company Hanger Ball Downrod Assembly Canopy Figure 11 Assembling the downrod hanging the fan 1 Raise the fan and place the hook through the loop on the ceil ing p
15. ting 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 e The fan blades have no obstructions to air flow 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 See Figure 3 for the minimum mounting distances 30 From Wall or 8 Minimum Nearest Ceiling Height Obstruction 7 Minimum to Floor Figure 3 Minimum mounting distances 2002 Hunter Fan Company using an existing fan site If you are preparing a new fan site go to the preparing a new fan site section If you plan to use an existing fan site complete the following check list for the support brace ceiling hole outlet box and wiring If you cannot check off every item see the preparing a new fan site sec tion for instructions on properly preparing the site for your new fan fan support system Fan must attach directly to building structure e Fan support system must hold full weight of fan and light kit ceiling hole e Outlet box clearance hole directly below the joist or sup port brace outlet box e UL approved octagonal 4 x 1 1 2 outlet box or as speci fied by the support brace manufacturer e Outlet box secured to joist or support brace by wood screws and washers through inner holes of outlet box e Outer
16. y fasten a prominent warning device such as a tag to the service panel e All wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical codes and ANSI NFPA 70 If you are unfamiliar with wiring you should use a qualified elec trician e To reduce the risk of personal injury do not bend the blade attachment system when installing balancing or cleaning the fan Never insert foreign objects be tween rotating fan blades e 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 controls Ceiling height must be a minimum of 9 feet 41844 01 12 20 2002 getting ready To install a ceiling fan be sure you can do the following e Locate the ceiling joist or other suitable support in ceil ing e Drill holes for and install wood screws e Identify and connect electrical wires Lift 40 pounds If you need help installing the fan your Hunter fan dealer can di rect 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 Standard screwdriver e Phillips head screwdriver Wrench or pliers considering optional accessories Consider using Hunter s optional accessories including a wall mounted or remote speed control To install and use the accesso ries follow the instructions included with each product For quiet and optimum
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