Hunter Fan Apex II, 50171, 50392 Installation Manual

Model: 50171 Matte Silver
50392 Brushed Nickel

Fan weight ±2 lbs: 18.1 lbs (8.2 kg)

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Apex II

Installation Manual

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Congratulations on purchasing your new Hunter® ceiling fan!

Here are the tools you’ll need to complete your installation:

The ceiling fan you purchased will provide comfort and performance in your home or ofce for many years. This instruction manual contains

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complete instructions for installing and operating your fan. We are proud of our work and appreciate the opportunity to supply you with the
best ceiling fan available anywhere in the world.

We are here to help!

This Instruction Manual is designed to make installation as simple as possible. While working through this Instruction Manual, keep
your smartphone or tablet nearby. We have added video links to help you through the more technical sections. If you are unfamiliar or
uncomfortable with wiring, contact a qualied electrician. We also provide telephone support at 1.888.830.1326 or visit us
at HunterFan.com.

READ and SAVE These Instructions

Warning

w.1 - To reduce the risk of re, electrical shock, or personal injury, mount fan directly from building structure and/or an outlet box marked acceptable for fan support of 70 lbs (31.8 kg) and use the
mounting screws provided with the outlet box.

w.2 - To avoid possible electrical shock, before installing or servicing 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.

w.3 – To reduce the risk of electric shock, this fan must be installed with an isolating wall control/switch.
w.4 - To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the blade brackets when installing the blade brackets, balancing the blades, or cleaning the fan. Do not insert foreign objects in between

rotating fan blades.

Caution

c.1 - All wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical codes ANSI/NFPA 70. If you are unfamiliar with wiring, use a qualied electrician.
c.2 - Use only Hunter replacement parts.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: modications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Ladder

This product conforms to UL Standard 507.

OPTIONAL

If mounting to a support structure, you will also need these tools.

Screwdriver

9/64” Drill BitDrill

Pliers

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We recommend that you pull everything out of the box and lay it out. We have

Here is what comes in your box:

grouped the drawn components below with the hardware you’ll need for those
parts. The screws below are drawn to scale to make it easier to identify what
piece of hardware is needed to install each component.

Hunter Pro Tip:

Do not discard the hardware bags or mix parts from
different bags. Make note of the symbol printed on
each hardware bag. The symbols can be used to
identify the appropriate hardware for each step.

bag

Washer

x2

For installing the hanger bracket and wiring the fan

Blade

x5

bag

x10

Blade Arm Screw

Blade Arm

x5

Wood Screw

Wire Nut

x4

x2

Ceiling Bracket

Canopy

Downrod

bag

For installing the canopy

Motor

Canopy Screw

x2

For installing the blades

Remote Control

Remote Receiver

Remote Components

Remote Cradle

bag

For your convenience,
you may receive extra fasteners.

Spare Parts

Light Kit

Switch Housing Plate

Bulb

x2

Glass

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Find a part that is missing or damaged?

Don’t take it back to the store. Let us make it right. Visit us at HunterFan.com or call us at 1.888.830.1326.

For installing the light xture

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Choosing the Right Installation Location

Checking the Ceiling Angle:

Angled Mounting

You probably bought this fan with a location in mind. Let’s check below to make sure it is a good t.

Installing the Ceiling Bracket

Installing the Downrod

Check the room dimensions: Check the outlet box:

30 inches

from blade tip to
nearest wall or
obstruction

7 feet

from bottom edge

of blade to the

oor

Standard Mounting

Support Structure

Outlet Box

(required)

Ceiling

You must be able to
secure the fan to building
structure or fan-rated
outlet box.

Support
Structure

Angled Mounting

Ceiling

Outlet Box

(required)

If you have a at ceiling:

Hang your fan by a standard downrod. Some fans come
with a shorter downrod for a Low Prole installation.

A little more information on Angled Mounting:

For optimum performance and appearance, a longer downrod should
be used with your Hunter ceiling fan when installing on high or angled
ceiling. If your ceiling is angled greater than 34° you will also need an
Angled Mounting Kit. Longer downrods and the Angled Mounting Kit are
sold separately at HunterFan.com.

Hunter Pro Tip:

Determining if you need an Angled Mounting Kit:

Fold on the dotted line. Place against edge against

WALL

the wall. Slide towards the ceiling.
If the guide touches the wall but not the ceiling, you

need an angled mounting kit.

If you have an angled or vaulted ceiling:

1. You will need a longer downrod. (sold separately at HunterFan.com)

2. If your ceiling angle is greater than 34°, you will also need an
Angled Mounting Kit. (Sold separately at HunterFan.com)

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34°

CEILING

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Installing the Ceiling Bracket

You have two options for installation. Pick which one works best for your location. Remove any existing

Installing the Downrod

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bracket prior to installation. Only use the provided Hunter ceiling bracket that came in your fan’s box.

Do this rst!

To avoid possible electrical shock, before

Turn Power

OFF

installing your fan, disconnect the power by
turning off the circuit breakers to the outlet
box associated with the wall switch location.

Hunter Pro Tip:

The machine screws are the ones
that came with your outlet box.

x2

Washer

Option 1:
Machine Screws

Use machine screws
(provided with outlet box)
and washers when securing
to existing ceiling fan-rated
outlet box. Make sure it is
securely installed and is
acceptable for fan support of

31.8 kg (70 lbs) or less.

ANGLED

For angled ceilings,
point opening
toward peak.

Follow below if you are using the downrod that came pre-assembled in your box. Need to
install a longer or shorter downrod? Check out the guide at the end of this manual.

MOUNTING TIP

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STEP

3/8”

Hunter Pro Tip:

The ground wire attached to the
downrod is approximately 8 inches.

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Wood Screws

Use wood screws and
washers (included) when
securing to support structure
with approved electrical
outlet box. Drill 9/64” pilot
holes in support structure
to aid in securing ceiling
bracket with hardware found
in the hardware bag.

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Remove the pre-installed
setscrew so that the
downrod can be inserted.

Ceiling Bracket Downrod Hanging Fan Wiring Canopy Blades Light Bulbs/Glass Remote CradleRemote

8”

(not to scale)

Pass all wires to one side of horizontal
bar in downrod assembly. Hand tighten
the downrod (at least 4–5 full turns)
until it stops. Trim the wires coming
from the fan so that 8-inches remain
coming from the top of the downrod.

Tighten the setscrew
with pliers. DO NOT

HAND TIGHTEN.

FAN FALL HAZARD

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH:

• A LWAY S tighten setscrew with pliers.

• DO NOT hand tighten setscrew.

• CHECK the setscrew is tight using pliers

each time you change fan direction.

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Hanging the Fan

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Progress Check:

Your fan should look like this.

To prevent damage to fan,
ALWAYS lift holding either the
fan housing or the downrod.

Place the downrod ball into
the slot in the ceiling bracket.

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We know wiring is hard. Let’s make it easier.

Wiring the Fan

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Follow these steps to get your fan wired quickly and safely. Follow the route below that best matches your wall switch
setup. If you are unfamiliar with wiring or uncomfortable doing it yourself, please contact a qualied electrician.

Hunter Pro Tip:

Here is how to connect the wires:

The Apex II ceiling fan is designed to be operated by
the included remote. Keep your switches in the “On”
position to ensure proper functionality.

The ceiling fan must be grounded. If the
ground wire for the installation site is not
present, immediately STOP installation and
consult a qualied electrician.

All wiring must be in accordance with
national and local electrical codes ANSI/NFPA

70. If you are unfamiliar with wiring or in
doubt, consult a qualied electrician.

Push the bare metal ends of the wires together and slide a wire
nut over them. Then, twist the wire nut clockwise until tight.

Give it a gentle pull to make sure none of the wires are loose.

Slide the remote
receiver onto the
top of the bracket.

Hunter Pro Tip:

Have extra wiring?

Turn the wires upward and push them carefully back through
the hanger bracket into the outlet box. Make sure that the
wires are still attached to the wire nuts.

Connect the black
(ungrounded) wire from
the ceiling to the black
wire from the receiver.

Connect the white (grounded)
wire from the ceiling to both
the white wire from the
receiver and the white wire
from the fan.

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Wire Nut

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Connect the blue wire
from the receiver to the
blue wire from the fan.

Connect the yellow
wire from the
receiver to the black
wire from the fan.

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Connect the four
grounding wires (green,
green/yellow stripe, or
bare copper) coming from
the ceiling, downrod,
hanging bracket, and fan.

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Installing the Blades:

Installing the Canopy

Insert the two canopy screws

Installing the Bulbs and Glass

Assembling the Light Kit

found in the hardware bag.

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Lift the canopy into place so that
the screw holes are aligned.

Lightly attach the blade arms to the
motor with screws found in the
hardware bag, then securely tighten

Ridge

after both screws are attached.

Repeat x5

bag

x10

Blade Arm Screw

IMPORTANT

NOTE: The blade arms should be mounted with
the ridge facing downward. Installing it incorrectly
could result in your fan not functioning.

Align the three blade holes with the three blade iron posts. Squeeze
the blade and the blade iron post together.

The ared tops of the blade iron posts will be fully visible above the blade when
properly assembled.

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Repeat x5

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Installing the Bulbs and Glass

Assembling the Light Kit

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1 of 1

Assembly Screw

Remove a pre-installed assembly
screw. It does not matter which
screw you choose.

Assembly Screw

Insert the saved assembly screw. Firmly tighten all
the three screws.

1 of 1

Feed the 9-pin plug connector coming
from the bottom of the motor housing
through the center hole in the light kit
assembly. Connect it to the plug connector
found in the switch housing area of the
light kit assembly. Make sure to line up
the colored markings on the connectors.

Carefully push all switch housing components into the
switch housing, then install the switch housing plate
using the two pre-installed light kit screws.

Align the keyhole slots in the top of the light kit
assembly with the partially installed screws.
Wrap the keyhole slots around the screws and
twist counterclockwise.

2 of 2

Light Kit Screw

Install the included bulbs
into the sockets. When
necessary, replace with
bulbs of same wattage.

Lift the globe and align the
notches in the globe with
the tabs in the light kit.

Tab

Notch

FAN FALL HAZARD

Make sure all screws are tight to secure
the light xture.

Attach the globe by lifting and
turning clockwise one third of a
full turn of the glass until it stops.

NOTE: Check to ensure
proper engagement.

GLASS FALL HAZARD

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH, make
sure that glass is properly secured.

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Controlling Your Fan

Troubleshooting

Preparing the Remote

Installing the Remote Control Cradle

Turn Power

NOTICE

ON

For your convenience, a remote function card
is packed in with your remote.

To access the battery compartment,
remove the battery door to the
transmitter assembly.

Battery Door

IMPORTANT

• Always purchase the
correct size and grade of
battery most suitable for
the intended use.

• Replace all batteries of a
set at the same time.

• Clean the battery contacts
and also those of the
device prior to battery
installation.

• Ensure the batteries are
installed correctly with
regard to polarity (+ and -).

• Remove batteries from
equipment which is not to
be used for an extended
period of time.

• Remove used batteries
promptly.

Fan On/Off

Fan Speed Up

Fan Speed
Down

The Fan On/Off button turns
the fan on or off. Adjust the
fan speed using the “Fan
Speed Up” or “Fan Speed
Down” directional buttons.

The remote transmitter is already
paired to the receiver and ready to use.

Dimming mode is off by default.

Note: If you need to pair your remote,
turn fan power off and back on at the
wall switch. Within 3 minutes, press
and release the “PAIR” button on the
back of the remote. Do not hold down
the button. To prevent faulty operation,
please ensure all other ceiling fans
within range are turned off at the wall
switch while pairing.

Quick Press:
Light On/Off

Long Press:
Light Dimming

Quickly press the Light button to turn
the lights off and on. Hold the Light

button to raise and dim the light level.

Install two AAA batteries, found in the remote control
hardware bag, into the transmitter. Clean the battery
contacts prior to installing the batteries. Please contact
your local battery recycling center for proper battery
disposal information.

You have two options for installing the remote cradle.

Choose which path works best for you.

Option 1: Using Adhesive Strip

: DIMMING MODE

To enable dimming, your remote must be set to
Dimming Mode. To toggle Dimming Mode on or off,
long press the “Fan Speed Up” button and “Fan
Speed Down” button.

Option 2: Using Screws

Remove the cradle from
the cradle bracket.

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Ceiling Bracket Downrod Hanging Fan Wiring Canopy Blades Light Bulbs/Glass Remote CradleRemote

Separate the lining
from the back of the
adhesive strip on
the cradle bracket.

Press the cradle
bracket against the
wall and hold rmly
for 30 seconds.

Choose your cradle
installation location.

If you are installing into drywall, drill two
9/64 width holes using the cradle bracket
as a guide. Gently hammer the included
drywall anchors into the pre-drilled holes.

Slide the cradle onto
the mounted bracket.

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Reverse

Controlling Your Fan

Troubleshooting

Fan Doesn’t Work

Excessive Wobbling

Noisy Operation

Remote Control of Fan is Erratic

Remote Only Works Close to Fan

Remote Pairing Issues

Multiple Remote Issues

Switch

Ceiling fans work in two directions: downdraft
(counterclockwise rotation) and updraft
(clockwise rotation). To change the direction
of air ow, turn the fan off and let it come to a
complete stop. The reversing switch is located
inside the light xture. It can only be accessed
when the glass is removed. Slide the reversing
switch to the opposite position. Restart the fan.

Updraft (clockwise rotation)
creates a more indirect airow.
Updraft airow is great for
moving warm air downward.

Downdraft (counterclockwise
rotation) creates a direct breeze
and maximum cooling effect.

• Make sure power switch is on.

• Push the motor reversing switch rmly left or right to
ensure that it is engaged.

• Check the circuit breaker to ensure the power is
turned on.

• Make sure the blades spin freely.

• Turn off power from the circuit breaker, then loosen
the canopy and check all the connections according
to the wiring diagram.

• Check the plug connection in the switch housing.

• Make sure the blades are properly installed on the
blade iron posts.

• Turn the power off, support the fan carefully, and
check that the hanger ball is properly seated.

• Use the provided balancing kit and instructions to
balance the fan.

• Make sure the blades are properly installed.

• Check to see if any of the blades are cracked. If so,

replace all of the blades.

• Make sure the battery is installed correctly.

• Install a fresh battery.

• Change battery.

1. To prevent faulty operation, please ensure all other
ceiling fans within range are turned off at the wall
switch while pairing.

2. If you need to pair your remote, turn fan power off
and back on at the wall switch. Within 3 minutes,
press and release the “PAIR” button on the back of
the remote. Do not hold down the button.

• If you have multiple remotes or multiple remote­controlled fans installed on the same circuit breaker
and you are experiencing interference or faulty
operation of your remote controls, please go to
www.HunterFan.com/FAQs and click “How do I

properly install multiple remote-controlled fans?” for

information on how to correct this issue.

Hunter Pro Tip:

Cleaning the Fan

Use soft brushes or cloths to prevent scratching.
Cleaning products may damage the nishes.

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Hunter Fan Company grants this limited warranty to the original purchaser of this Hunter

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Downrod

WARNING

ceiling fan. This document can be found at www.HunterFan.com.
Thank you for choosing Hunter!

How Can Warranty Service Be Obtained?

Proof of purchase is required when requesting warranty service. The original

purchaser must present a sales receipt or other document that establishes proof of
purchase. Hunter, at its sole discretion, may accept a gift receipt. To obtain service,
contact Hunter Fan Company online or by phone.

www.HunterFan.com/Support/Contact-Us/

1-888-830-1326

Please do not ship your fan or any fan parts to Hunter. Delivery will be refused.

What Does This Warranty Cover?

Motor — Limited Lifetime Warranty

If any part of your ceiling fan motor fails during your ownership of the fan due to a
defect in material or workmanship, as determined solely by Hunter, Hunter will provide
you with a replacement fan free of charge.* The foregoing limited warranty applies only
to the motor itself and does not apply to electronic controls – such as remote control
transmitters, remote control receivers, or capacitors – used in conjunction with the
motor. Such electronic control items are included in the one-year limited warranty below.

Other — One-Year Limited Warranty

Except as otherwise indicated throughout this warranty, if any part of your Hunter ceiling
fan fails at any time within one year of the date of purchase due to a defect in material
or workmanship, as determined solely by Hunter, Hunter will provide a replacement part
free of charge.*

Light Kits — Warranty May Vary

Light kits are included in the one-year limited warranty. However, you may qualify for
additional warranty coverage if your fan includes one of the following:

• LED Light Kits — Three-Year Limited Warranty
If your LED light kit module (not including glass components) or LED bulb
fails at any time within three years of the date of purchase due to a defect
in material or workmanship, as determined solely by Hunter, Hunter will
provide a replacement part free of charge.*

* If no replacement product/part can be provided for your fan, we will provide a comparable or
superior replacement product/part at the sole discretion of Hunter.

What Does This Warranty NOT Cover?

Labor Excluded. This warranty does not cover any costs or fees associated with the labor
(including electrician’s fees) required to install, remove, or replace a fan or any fan parts.
There is no warranty for light bulbs (except where otherwise noted); remote control
batteries; fans purchased or installed outside the United States; fans owned by
someone other than the original purchaser; fans for which proof of purchase has not
been established; fans purchased from an unauthorized dealer; ordinary wear and tear;
minor cosmetic blemishes; refurbished fans; and fans that are damaged due to any
of the following: improper installation, misuse, abuse, improper care, failure to follow
Hunter instructions, accidental damage caused by the fan owner or related parties,
modications to the fan, improper or incorrectly performed maintenance or repair,
improper voltage supply or power surge, use of improper parts or accessories, failure to
provide maintenance to the fan, or acts of God (e.g. ood).
ORIGINAL PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR A CLAIM OF ANY KIND
WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE THE REMEDIES SET FORTH HEREIN.
HUNTER FAN COMPANY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES, DUE TO PRODUCT FAILURE, WHETHER ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF
WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE. Some States do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF
COVERAGE OF THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE. Some States
do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation
may not apply to you.

How Does State Law Affect Warranty Coverage?

This warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.

If you need a different downrod length follow these steps:

Follow steps 1-5 to remove standard downrod pipe

1 2 3 4 5

Follow steps 6-10 to reassemble with new downrod

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FAN FALL HAZARD

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH:

• A LWAYS follow the downrod assembly

instructions exactly.

• VERIFY the downrod is assembled correctly

by rmly pulling on the hanger ball.