8 • Operating and Cleaning Your Ceiling Fan

8-1. Turn on electrical power to the fan.

8-2. The fan pull chain controls power to the fan. The pull chain has four settings in sequence: High, Medium, Low and Off.

Pull the chain slowly to change settings.

Release slowly to prevent the chain from recoiling into the blades.

The chain uses a breakaway connector that separates if the chain is jerked. If this happens, simply reinsert the chain into the connector.

8-3. The light pull chain controls power to the light. The pull chain has two settings: On and Off.

In warm weather, use downward air flow pattern

8-4. Ceiling fans work best by blowing air downward (counterclockwise blade rotation) in warm weather to cool the room with a direct breeze. In cold weather, 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.

8-5. 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 agent, but never abrasive cleaning agents as they will damage the finish.

8-6. Clean wood finish 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

In cold weather, use upward

same manner as the fan finish.

air flow pattern

To Change Airflow Direction

Turn the fan off and let it come to a complete stop. Slide the reversing switch on the fan to the opposite position. Restart fan.

Reversing

Switch

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Hunter Fan 42687-01 installation manual Operating and Cleaning Your Ceiling Fan, To Change Airflow Direction

42687-01 specifications

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