Hunter 28789 64 User Manual

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Owner’s Guide and Installation Manual

English Español

Form# 45086-01
20110922
©2011 Hunter Fan Co.

Table Of Contents

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

2 • Installing the Hanger Bracket .......7

3 • Assembling and Hanging the Fan ...8

4 • Setting the Remote Transmitter and

Receiver...........................9

5 • Wiring the Fan .....................10

6 • Installing the Canopy and Canopy Trim

Ring ..............................11

7 • Assembling the Blades..............12

8 • Completing Your Installation With a

Light Fixture ......................13

9 • Operating the Remote Control and

Mounting the Holder..............14

10 • Operating and Cleaning Your Ceiling

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

11 • Troubleshooting ..................16

Welcome

Your new Hunter® ceiling fan is an addition to your home or oce 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 o the circuit breakers to the
outlet box and associated wall switch location. If you cannot lock
the circuit breakers in the o 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
qualied 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 re, 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 certied to STD C22.2
No.113

• Wash your hands after your fan installation is complete.

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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
eciency, 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 oor and the ceiling is
at least 8 feet high.

• e fan blades have no obstructions to airow, 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.

30” From
Wall or
Nearest
Obstruction

7’ Minimum
Blades to
Floor

8’ Minimum

Ceiling
Height

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 o 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

specied 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.

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Fan Support
System

Fan Support
System

Suitable Existing Fan Site

Outlet Box

Wiring

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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 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 o . If you cannot lock the circuit breakers in the
o 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.

Steps 2 – 3

Step 4

Step 5

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

qualied electrician.

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Installer’s Choice and Optional Accessories

Support Brace

Standard
Mounting
Style

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

Support Brace

Ceiling
Outlet Box

Angled
Mounting
Style

Ceiling
Outlet Box

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Understanding Mounting and Installer’s Choice®

Hunter’s patented 2-position mounting system provides you maximum
installation exibility and ease. You can install your Hunter fan in one
of two ways, depending on ceiling height and your preference: Standard
or Angled mounting. e steps in this manual include instructions for
both 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.

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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.

Angled Mounting recommended for a
vaulted or angled ceiling

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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)

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 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.

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2 • Installing the Hanger Bracket

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.

Note: Your fan comes with four pre-installed neoprene noise

isolators.

2-2. read 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: e isolators should be ush against the ceiling.

2-4. Place a at 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.

Isolator

Hanger

Bracket

3” Screw

Flat Washer

Ceiling Peak Ceiling Peak

Large

Opening

LEFT RIGHT

Step 2-3 (Angled Ceiling Only)

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OR

Steps 2-2 – 2-4

Large
Opening

3 • Assembling and Hanging the Fan

3-1. To assemble fan to hang down from a at or angled ceiling, place

the canopy and canopy trim ring around the adapter so that they
rest on the fan assembly.

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

dowel pin inside the downrod.

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.

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.

Steps 3-1 – 3-3

Adapter

Downrod

Canopy

Canopy
Trim
Ring

Setscrew

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.

(Rotate the fan until you hear the notch pop into place.)

Go to 4 • Wiring the Fan.

WARNING: Fan may fall if not assembled as directed in these

installation instructions.

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Indent

Steps 3-4 – 3-5

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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 dierent code,
so that the operation of one fan does not aect the operation of
the other fans.

e DIP switches for the receiver are located on the at surface
of the receiver. e Jumpers for the transmitter are in the battery
compartment.

4-1. IMPORTANT! B ef o r e y o u c h a ng e t h e J u m p e r se t t in g s , ma k e

sure the battery is not connected to the transmitter.

Change the position of the jumpers in the transmitter and the

DIP switches in the receiver. Be sure the position of the jumper
in the transmitter matches the position of the DIP switches
in the receiver. If they don’t match, the controller will not
function. For instructions on how to set the jumpers, read the
box below.

4-2. ere is a toggle switch beside the jumpers on the transmitter.

Move the toggle switch toward the side that reads “CFL”.

4-3. Install the 12-volt battery into the transmitter.

4-4. Attention: Use the pull chain switch to set the fan speed to

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. e speed of the fan should
only be changed by the Hunter control. Set the ceiling fan light
kit to the ON position before installation. e light level should
only be changed by the Hunter control.

Example DIP Switch Settings

Receiver 1

DIP Switches

Set to 0111

Example Jumpers Settings

4321 4321

4 = on (fermé)
3 = on (fermé)
2 = on (fermé)
1 = off (ouvert)

Receiver 2

DIP Switches

Set to 1111

Transmitter 2Transmitter 1

4 = on (fermé)

3 = on (fermé)
2 = on (fermé)
1 = on (fermé)

Receiver DIP

switches

Transmitter
Jumpers

CFL Toggle Switch

CFL

CAUTION: e remote control device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.

Changes or modications not expressly approved by Hunter Fan Company could void
your authority to operate this equipment.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. is device may not cause harmful interference.

2. is 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-o wall switch).

WARNING: Maximum fan load is 1 Amp; maximum lamp is 300 Watts.

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Antenna

Receiver

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.

5-1. Make sure the power is still o.

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.

Steps 5-3 – 5-7

Large Wire
Connector

Small Wire
Connector

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

making connections.

5-3. Using a large wire connector, connect the ground wire from the

ceiling to the green ground wire from the ceiling plate and the
green ground wire from the downrod.

5-4. Using the large wire connectors, connect the white wire and the

black wire from the ceiling as follows:

•

e white (common) power wire from the ceiling to the white
wire from the receiver (marked on red tag “NEUTRAL IN”)

• e 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 black wire with a white stripe from the fan to the red wire
from the receiver (marked on white tag “LIGHT OUT”)

• e black wire from the fan to the black wire from the receiver
(marked on white tag “FAN OUT”)

• e 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.

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6 • Installing the Canopy and Canopy Trim Ring

6-1. Partially install two canopy screws (about 2 full turns) in the

hanger bracket.

6-2. Raise the canopy over the hanger bracket. Align partially installed

screws with key slots in canopy.

6-3. Twist canopy clockwise to secure.

6-4. Install third & fourth canopy screw in round hole on canopy.

Securely tighten all four screws.

6-5. Using both hands, push the canopy trim ring up to the top of the

canopy.

6-6. Twist canopy trim ring clockwise to secure the canopy.

Should you need to remove the canopy
trim ring:

1. Twist canopy trim ring counter
clockwise until it releases from
canopy.

Steps 6-1 – 6-2

Canopy

Hanger Bracket

Canopy Trim

Ring

Step 6-4

Step 6-5

Canopy

Screw

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Step 6-3

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,

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. is is normal.

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

Screws

Step 7-1 (Detail)

Grommet

Steps 7-1 – 7-2

Use without grommet

Blade

Mounting

Screw

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Step 7-4

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8 • Completing Your Installation With a Light Fixture

8-1. 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 t

together one way. Make sure the connectors are properly
aligned before connecting them. Incorrect connection
could cause improper operation and damage to the
product.

8-2. 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.

8-3. Install a shade onto the light bulb socket.

8-4. Screw the locking ring onto the light bulb socket.

8-5. Repeat the above steps for the remaining light bulb

sockets.

8-6. Install three 14W CFL light bulbs

Plug
Connector

Shade

Steps 8-1 – 8-2

Lower Switch
Housing

Housing
Assembly Screw

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Plug
Connector
Detail

9 • Operating the Remote Control and Mounting the Holder

9-1. e remote has individual buttons for setting the fan

speed and light. Refer to the gure on the right.

Note: For best operation, start the fan by pressing high,

then select your desired speed.

9-2. e light button turns the light. Push the light button

again to turn o the light.

9-3. When necessary, replace the battery with a 12-volt

alkaline battery.

9-4. 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 9-4

Fan O

Fan Speed

Low

Fan Speed
Medium

Fan Speed
High

Fan Light

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10 • Operating and Cleaning Your Ceiling Fan

10-1. Turn on electrical power to the fan.

10-2. e remote controls power to the fan. e fan has four settings

in sequence: High, Medium, Low and O.

10-3. 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.

10-4. For cleaning nishes, 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 nish.

10-5. Clean wood nish 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 nish.

In warm weather, use
downward air ow pattern

To Change Airflow Direction

Press the reversing switch on the remote
while the fan is running.

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In cold weather, use upward
air ow pattern

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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 rmly 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 o, 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 specications on the
light socket.

2. Turn the power to the fan o 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 website at
http://www.hunterfan.com.

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

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