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41968-01  •  04/10/07  •  Hunter Fan Company

7 • Installing the Switch Housing

7-1.  Connect the upper plug connector from the motor to the lower 

plug connector in the 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. 

7-2.  To attach the switch housing, thread the screws through the side 

holes of the mounting plate and tighten them securely.

Note:

 If you are installing the light fixture, proceed to 

8 • Installing the 

Light Fixture

. If you are not installing the light fixture, proceed with  

steps 7-3 – 7-4 to complete the installation.
7-3.  Thread the finial with rod (from the sack parts) through the switch 

housing cap and into the switch housing.

7-4.  Tighten the finial.

Steps 7-1 – 7-2

Side Holes

Switch 

Housing

Switch 

Housing 

Cap

Finial

Steps 7-3 – 7-4

Summary of Contents for Type 8

Page 1: ..._________________ Serial No ________________________ Date Purchased ____________________ Where Purchased _ _________________ For reference also attach your receipt or a copy of your receipt to the manual installation and operation manual for Hunter Ceiling Fans 41968 01 04 10 07 TYPE 8 Models ...

Page 2: ...ossible 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 a...

Page 3: ...ncluded 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 Angle Mounting recommended for a vaulted or angled ceiling ...

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: ...n the pipe and ball assembly is fully installed 2 3 threads on the pipe will still be visible this is normal Securely retighten the set screw with a wrench or pliers Skip to Step 3 6 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 Remove the set screw from the adapter 3...

Page 7: ... The bare or green ground wire from the ceiling to the green ground wire from the ceiling plate and the green ground wire from the fan The white wire from the ceiling to the white wire from the fan The black wire from the ceiling to the black wire from the fan The black white wire from the fan to the wire for the wall switch 4 4 Alternatively you can control both fan and light with one switch To d...

Page 8: ...ally install the three canopy screws into the canopy one at a time Once all three screws are in tighten them 5 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 tab indicators small bumps on top of tabs 2 Press firmly on opposite sides of the ring...

Page 9: ...rews are installed in the motor to secure shipping blocks Remove the blade mounting screws and rubber bumpers from the motor Save the screws and discard the bumpers Note In order to attach each blade you will need to rotate the motor until the two screw holes for the blade are visible through the cutaway 6 4 For each blade insert one blade mounting screw through the blade iron and attach lightly t...

Page 10: ...proper operation and damage to the product 7 2 To attach the switch housing thread the screws through the side holes of the mounting plate and tighten them securely Note If you are installing the light fixture proceed to 8 Installing the Light Fixture If you are not installing the light fixture proceed with steps 7 3 7 4 to complete the installation 7 3 Thread the finial with rod from the sack par...

Page 11: ...nter Fan Company 8 Installing the Light Fixture 8 1 Plug in the light fixture and turn the finial until it is tight 8 2 Place each shade on a socket 8 3 Install 4 candelabra bulbs 40 Watt maximum Step 8 1 Steps 8 2 8 3 Finial ...

Page 12: ...aw air upward clockwise blade rotation will distribute the warmer air trapped at the ceiling around the room without causing a draft 9 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 ...

Page 13: ...g 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 bracket screws until snug 2 Check to see if the blade is cracked If so replace all the blades 3 Be sure that the shades are secure 4 Check and tighten the screws in the switch housing mounting plate and in the upper an...

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