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41979-01  •  08/07/07  •  Hunter Fan Company

3 • Assembling and Hanging the Fan

Step 3-5

U-shaped 

Hole

3-1.  Insert the downrod through the canopy, spindle, and canopy trim 

ring. Feed the wires from the fan through the downrod.

3-2.  Screw the downrod into the fan assembly.  
     

 

CAUTION:

 The adapter has a special coating on the threads. Do 

not remove this coating; the coating prevents the downrod from 

unscrewing. Once assembled, do not remove the downrod.

3-3.  Raise the spindle to expose the allen head set screw on the 

adapter. Tighten the allen head set screw on the adapter using the 
included allen wrench.

3-4.  Lower the spindle onto the motor housing. Tighten the allen head 

set screw on the spindle using the included allen wrench.

3-5.  Raise the fan and place the hook on the ceiling plate through the 

U-shaped hole in the rim. 

     

 

WARNING:

  Fan may fall if not assembled as directed in these 

installation instructions.

Downrod 

Allen Head 

Set Screw

Step 3-1

Canopy 

Trim Ring

Canopy

Spindle

Set Screw

Step 3-3

Spindle

Step 3-4

Allen Head 

Set Screw

Summary of Contents for 28480

Page 1: ..._________________ Serial No ________________________ Date Purchased ____________________ Where Purchased _ _________________ For reference also attach your receipt or a copy of your receipt to the manual TYPE 3 Models installation and operation manual for Hunter Ceiling Fans 41979 01 08 07 07 ...

Page 2: ...d 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 yo...

Page 3: ...anual include instructions for both mounting methods Note This fan cannot be low profile mounted 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 Angle Mounting recommended for a vaulted or angled ceiling Support Brace...

Page 4: ...ench or pliers Ladder height dependent upon installation site CheckingYourFanParts 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 PreparingtheFanSite Before you begin install...

Page 5: ... raised areas on each isolator into the holes in the ceiling plate 2 3 Thread the lead wires from the outlet box down through the hole in the middle of the ceiling plate 2 4 Align the slotted holes in the ceiling plate with the pilot holes you drilled in the wood support structure For proper alignment use slotted holes directly across from each other Note The isolators should be flush against the ...

Page 6: ...o not remove the downrod 3 3 Raise the spindle to expose the allen head set screw on the adapter Tighten the allen head set screw on the adapter using the included allen wrench 3 4 Lower the spindle onto the motor housing Tighten the allen head set screw on the spindle using the included allen wrench 3 5 Raise the fan and place the hook on the ceiling plate through the U shaped hole in the rim WAR...

Page 7: ...e the position of the dipswitches in the remote transmitter and the receiver Make sure that the dipswitches match in the remote receiver and transmitter If they don t match the transmitter will not function 4 2 Install the included 12 volt battery into the transmitter Setting Dipswitches When two or more fans are located near each other you may desire to have the receiver transmitter for each fan ...

Page 8: ...ire ungrounded from the ceiling as follows The white common power wire ungrounded from the ceiling to the white wire ungrounded from the receiver marked on red tag NEUTRAL IN The black power wire ungrounded from the ceiling to the black wire ungrounded from the receiver marked on red tag LIVE IN 5 5 Using the small wire nuts connect the wires from the fan as follows The black white wire ungrounded...

Page 9: ...them carefully back through the ceiling plate into the outlet box 5 7 Spread the wires apart with the ground wires on one side of the outlet box and the ungrounded wires on the other side of the outlet box 5 8 Position the receiver in the canopy so that the antenna is close to the edge of the ceiling plate for clear reception 5 Wiring the Fan Continued ...

Page 10: ...e receiver is not pinched between the canopy and ceiling plate 6 4 Partially install the three canopy screws into the canopy one at a time Once all three screws are in tighten them securely 6 5 Using both hands push the canopy trim ring up to the top of the canopy The canopy trim ring will snap and lock into place Should you need to remove the canopy trim ring follow these steps 1 Locate the small...

Page 11: ... after screws are tightened This is normal 7 2 Some blade mounting screws are installed in the motor to secure shipping blocks Remove the blade mountings screws and shipping blocks from the motor Save the screws and discard the shipping blocks 7 3 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...

Page 12: ...em Incorrect connection could cause improper operation and damage to the product 8 3 Place the keyholes in the light fixture assembly over the partially installed screws in the housing 8 4 Rotate the light fixture clockwise until the screws are firmly situated in the narrow end of the keyholes Install the remaining screw Tighten all three screws securely 8 5 Install three candelabra bulbs 40 Watt ...

Page 13: ...Align the holes in the cover plate and glass bowl 8 8 Thread the fan pull chain and light pull chain through the appropriate holes 8 9 Screw the finial onto the threaded rod end until tight Glass Bowl Cover Plate Finial Breakaway Connector Steps 8 7 8 9 8 Installing the Light Fixture Continued ...

Page 14: ...o full brightness To dim the light hold the light button down until you reach your desired brightness Push the light button again to turn off the light 9 4 Press the OFF button to turn the fan off 9 5 When necessary replace the battery with a 12 volt type 23A MN 21 battery or equivalent 9 6 You can mount the remote holder to any toggle switch plate with the screws already in the switch plate Or yo...

Page 15: ... upward clockwise blade rotation will distribute the warmer air trapped at the ceiling around the room without causing a draft 10 4 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...

Page 16: ...lkaline battery 6 Make sure jumper settings in remote and receiver are identical Problem Noisy operation 1 Tighten the blade screws until snug 2 Check to see if the blade is cracked If so replace all the blades 3 Be sure that the glass is secure Problem Excessive wobbling 1 If your fan wobbles when operating use the enclosed balancing kit and instructions to balance the fan 2 Tighten all blade and...

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