Hunter 20179, 20180 Owner's Manual And Installation Manual

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Owner’s Guide and Installation Manual

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© 2011 Hunter Fan Company

Your new Hunter® ceiling fan is an addition to your home or office that
will provide comfort and performance for many years. is 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

• READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE BEGINNING
INSTALLATION. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

• Use only Hunter replacement parts.

• 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,
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.

• 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.

• 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 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
controls, which are solid state.

• is product conforms to UL STD 507 and is certified to STD C22.2
No.113

• Wash your hands after your fan installation is complete.

Welcome

Table Of Contents

1 • Getting Ready. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2 • Installing the Ceiling Plate . . . . . . . . . . 7

3 • Assembling and Hanging the Fan . . . 8

4 • Wiring the Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

5 • Installing the Canopy and Canopy Trim

Ring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

6 • Assembling the Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

7 • Completing Your Installation With or

Without a Bowl Light Fixture . . . . . . 12

8 • Operating and Cleaning Your Ceiling

Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

9 • Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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Preparing the Fan Site

7’ Minimum
Blades to
Floor

8’ Minimum

Ceiling
Height

30” From
Wall or
Nearest
Obstruction

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:

• No object can come in contact with the rotating fan blades during
normal operation.

• e fan blades are at least 7 feet above the floor and the ceiling is
at least 8 feet high.

• e fan blades have no obstructions to airflow, such as walls or
posts, within 30 inches of the fan blade tips.

• e fan is directly below a joist or support brace that will hold the
outlet box and the full weight of the fan.

Checklist for Existing Fan Site

If you want to use an existing fan site, complete the following checklist to
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

• Fan attaches directly to building structure.

• Fan support system will hold full weight of the fan and light kit.

Ceiling Hole

• e outlet box clearance hole is directly below the joist or support brace.

Outlet Box

• e outlet box is an UL-approved octagonal 4” x 1-1/2” outlet box (or as

specified by the support brace manufacturer).

• e outlet box is secured to the joist or support brace by wood screws

and washers through the inner holes of outlet box.

• e outer holes of the outlet box are aligned with joist or support brace.

• e bottom of the outlet box is recessed a minimum of 1/16” into

ceiling.

Wiring

• e electrical cable is secured to outlet box by an approved connector.

• Six inches of lead wires extend from outlet box.
If your existing fan site is suitable, skip ahead to Section 2 • Installing the

Ceiling Plate.

Suitable Existing Fan Site

Fan Support
System

Fan Support
System

Wiring

Outlet Box

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Preparing the Fan Site (continued)

CAUTION: 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.

Steps 2 – 3

Step 4

Step 5

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 outlet 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. 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. read 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.

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Installer’s Choice and Optional Accessories

Understanding Mounting and Installer’s 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. e 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.

Standard Mounting hangs from the
ceiling by a downrod (included).

Angled Mounting recommended for a
vaulted or angled ceiling

Support Brace

Standard
Mounting
Style

Ceiling
Outlet Box

Support Brace

Ceiling
Outlet Box

Angled
Mounting
Style

Low Profile Mounting fits close to the
ceiling, recommended for ceilings less
than 8 feet high

Support Brace

Low Profile
Mounting
Style

Ceiling
Outlet Box

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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.

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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

• Keyhole saw

• 2’ x 4’ support brace

• UL-approved octagonal 4” x 1-1/2” outlet box

• Two #8 x 1-1/2” wood screws and washers

• Approved connector for electrical wire

• Standard screwdriver (magnetic tip recommended)

• Phillips-head screwdriver (magnetic tip recommended)

• Wrench or pliers

• 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 866-268-1936).

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.

1 • Getting Ready

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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. Drill two pilot holes into the wood support structure through the

outermost holes in the outlet box. e 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.

2-2. Your fan comes with four preinstalled noise isolators. Check to

make sure all four isolators are in place and were not removed
during shipment.

2-3. Place a flat washer on each of the two 3” wood screws.

2-4. read the supply wires from the outlet box in the ceiling through

the hole in the center of the ceiling plate.

2-5. 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: e isolators should be flush against the ceiling.

2-6. 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

Steps 2-3 – 2-6

Ceiling
Plate

For Angled Ceilings: Be sure to orient
the ceiling plate so that the two tabs
are pointing toward the ceiling peak.

Toward
Ceiling Peak

2 • Installing the Ceiling Plate

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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.

CAUTION: e 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 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.

Steps 3-2 – 3-3

Low Profile

Washer

Downrod

Canopy

Setscrew

Low Profile Screw

Canopy

Trim Ring

Green
Ground
Wire

Standard or Angled Mounting

Low Profile Mounting

Low Profile Screws

Canopy

Canopy
Trim Ring

Adapter

Low Profile
Washer

Low Profile Screw

Steps 3-5 – 3-6

Step 3-6 (Detail)

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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.

Wall switches are not included. Select an acceptable general-use switch
in accordance with national and local electrical codes.

4-1. Before attempting installation, make sure the power is still off.

4-2. 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.

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 (grounding) from the fan. If you chose
the low profile option, the green ground wire from the fan can be
found on the low profile washer.

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:

Dual Switch Wiring:

• e black wire (ungrounded) from the ceiling to the black wire
(ungrounded) from the fan

• e black wire with a white stripe (ungrounded) from the fan
to the wire (ungrounded) for the wall switch

Single Switch Wiring:

• e black wire (ungrounded) from the ceiling to the black
(ungrounded) and the black wire with a white stripe
(ungrounded) from the fan

CAUTION: Be sure no bare wire or wire strands are visible after

making connections.

4-6. Turn the splices 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.

Dual Switch Wiring

Single Switch Wiring

Wire
Connector

4 • Wiring the Fan

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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.

5-1. 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.

5-2. Swing the fan up to align the canopy screw holes with the

mounting holes on the ceiling plate.

WARNING: e slots in the canopy must remain engaged while

swinging the canopy for alignment.

5-3. Holding the canopy up with the screw holes aligned, partially
install two canopy screws into the holes opposite the ceiling plate
tabs.

5-4. Partially install a canopy screw between the slots in the canopy.
When all the holes are properly aligned, securely tighten all three
canopy screws.

5-5. Verify that the tabs in the canopy are still in the grooves of the

hanger ball.

5-6. 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. e 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. e tabs will flex out releasing the canopy trim ring.

Step 5-1

Step 5-2

Groove

Tab

Step 5-3

Canopy Screw

Canopy
Trim
Ring

Canopy

5 • Installing the Canopy and Canopy Trim Ring

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Hunter fans use several styles of fan blade irons (brackets that hold the
blade to the fan).

6-1. Your fan may include blade grommets. If your fan has grommets,

insert them by hand into the holes on the blades.

6-2. 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. is is normal.

6-3. 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.

6-4. 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.

Step 6-1 (Detail)

Blade Assembly

Screws

Use with grommet

Use without grommet

Grommet

Blade

Mounting

Screw

Steps 6-1 – 6-2

Step 6-4

6 • Assembling the Blades

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Your Hunter fan comes with an integrated light fixture assembly and an
optional switch housing cap and plug button. is feature gives you the
option of installing the fan with OR without the included light fixture.
e steps below direct you whether or not you are installing a light
fixture.

WARNING: Use only the light fixture supplied with this fan model.

7-1. If you want to install the light fixture, proceed with step 7-2

now.

If you do not want to install the light fixture, you need to

uninstall it now. See “Uninstalling the Light Fixture” on page 14.
Once you have uninstalled the light fixture, continue with step
7-2.

7-2. To attach the lower switch housing, connect the upper plug

connectors from the motor to the lower plug connectors 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.

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
housing with two #6-32 x 7/8” housing assembly screws.

If you are not installing the light fixture, your installation is

complete. Otherwise, proceed with step 7-4.

7-4. e last installation step when installing the light fixture is to

install the glass bowl. See “Installing the Glass Bowl” on page 13 for
instructions.

Housing
Assembly Screw

7 • Completing Your Installation With or Without a Bowl Light Fixture

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7 • Completing Your Installation With or Without a Bowl Light Fixture (Continued)

Installing the Glass Bowl

7-5. First install B10 candelabra bulbs (60

Watt Maximum) into the
sockets.

7-6. read the light and fan pull chains

through the hole in the center of the
glass bowl. en, thread the light pull
chain through the hole in the center
of the cover plate.

7-7. read the fan pull chain through the

grommet hole in the side 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. read the light pull chain through

the finial and screw the finial onto the threaded rod end until tight.
7-10. Attach the extra pull chains (included) to the light and fan pull
chains using the plastic breakaway connector. (You may find the
plastic breakaway connector on the
end of the extra chain.)

Light Bulbs
(B10
Candelabra
Base 60 Watt
Maximum)

Metal Rod

Metal Disk

Glass Bowl

Cover Plate

Finial

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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.

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Male Dummy

Terminal

Female Dummy
Terminal

Step 7

Cap

Plug Button

readed Rod

Lower Switch

Housing

Steps 3 – 5

Uninstalling the Light Fixture

1. To uninstall the light fixture, first disconnect the plug connectors
between the black wire and the black/white wire.

2. Disconnect the plug connectors between the two white wires.

3. Uninstall the nut and washer from the end of the light fixture
inside the lower switch housing.

4. Unscrew the threaded rod of the light fixture from the lower
switch housing.

5. Remove the light fixture from the lower switch housing pulling
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.

6. Install the dummy terminals (included in the sack parts) on the
two disconnected wires in the lower switch housing.

7. Install the switch housing cap and plug button to the lower
switch housing.

7 • Completing Your Installation With or Without a Bowl Light Fixture (Continued)

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In warm weather, use
downward air flow pattern

In cold weather, use upward
air flow pattern

8-1. Turn on electrical power to the fan.

8-2. e fan pull chain controls power to the fan. e pull chain has

four settings in sequence: High, Medium, Low and Off.

• Pull the chain slowly to change settings.

• Release slowly to prevent the chain from recoiling into the
blades.

• e chain uses a breakaway connector that separates if the
chain is jerked. If this happens, simply reinsert the chain into
the connector.

8-3. e light pull chain controls the power to the light fixture. e

chain has two settings: ON and OFF.

8-4. Ceiling fans work best by blowing air downward (counterclockwise

blade rotation) in warm weather to cool the room with a direct
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.

8-5. 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.

8-6. 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.

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

8 • Operating and Cleaning Your Ceiling Fan

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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 operation

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 866-268-1936) or
visit us at our Web site at
http://www.hunterfan.com.

Hunter Fan Company
7130 Goodlett Farms Parkway #400
Memphis, Tennessee 38016

9 • Troubleshooting