Hunter Fan Support: Your Guide to Installing Outdoor Ceiling Fans

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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

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).

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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.

45084-01 • 01/17/12 • Hunter Fan Company

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Contents Type 7 Models Welcome Checklist for Existing Fan Site Choose the Fan SiteChoose a fan site where Prepare the Wiring Install a Support Brace, If NecessaryInstall the Outlet Box Cut the Ceiling HoleUnderstanding Mounting and Installer’s Choice Considering Optional AccessoriesGathering the Tools Installing Multiple Fans?Getting Ready Checking Your Fan PartsInstalling the Hanger Bracket Go to 4 Wiring the Fan Assembling and Hanging the FanThread the end of the cable up through the wire clamp Securing Fan to Secondary Support SystemWiring the Fan Installing the Canopy and Canopy Trim Ring Should you need to remove the canopy trim ringAssembling the Blades Installing the Switch Housing Assembling the Remote Control and Mounting the Cradle BlackWhite Operating and Cleaning Your Ceiling Fan To Change Airflow DirectionProblem Noisy operation TroubleshootingProblem Nothing happens fan does not move Problem Excessive wobbling
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Type specifications

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