Hunter Low Profile User Manual

41605-01 03/08/2003 1 © 2003 Hunter Fan Company
Caution!
1. Read entire instructions before beginning installation.
2. To avoid possible electrical shock, be certain electric-
ity is shut off at main panel before wiring.
3. All wiring must be in accordance with national and lo-
cal electrical codes. If you are unfamiliar with wiring,
you should use a qualified electrician.
4. To reduce the risk of personal injury, install the fan only
to the building structure according to these instructions,
and use only the hardware supplied.
WARNING!
1. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not use
a solid state speed control with this fan.
2. To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the
blade brackets when installing the brackets, balancing
the blades, or cleaning the fan. Do not insert foreign
objects in between the rotating fan blades.
Step 1: Pre-installation Instructions
A. Select installation site. Check to see that in normal use
no object can come in contact with the rotating fan
blades. The mounting site should also meet the pre-
cautions listed in Step 3 below.
B. Installation hardware is included for a standard drywall
or plaster ceiling. You will need a 4" x 1-1/2" or 4" x 1/
2" octagon outlet box and wire nuts (3) which can be
purchased from any hardware store or electrical sup-
ply house.
C. The fan blades must be mounted at least 7' above the
floor. For maximum efficiency, they should not have
any obstruction (walls, posts, etc.) within 24" of the
blade tips. See Figure 1 for mounting distances.
Step 2: Inspection of Fan
A. Unpack the fan carefully to avoid any damage to the
components.
B. Check for any shipping damage to the motor assem-
bly and the fan blades. If more than one fan is being
installed, keep the matched and balanced fan blades
in sets of five as they were shipped. Should one of the
fan blades become damaged during shipment, return
all blades in the set for replacement.
C. Check contents to be certain it contains a bag of parts.
Step 3: Installation of Outlet Box and
Rough-In Wiring
Caution: Your Hunter ceiling fan with accessories can
weigh up to 35 pounds. The following precautions must
be taken for safety and to ensure that your fan is se-
curely mounted to the ceiling.
• Be certain electricity is “off” at the fuse panel when
inspecting or repairing installation site.
• All wiring must meet local and national electrical codes.
• Do not mount directly to an unsupported ceiling or to
an electrical outlet box. Mounting must support a 35
pound fan with accessories.
A. Secure metallic outlet box 4" x 1-1/2" or 4" x 1/2" deep
to 2 x 4 cross brace between two ceiling joists as shown
in Figure 2. The outlet box must be recessed into the
ceiling by 1/16" minimum. Secure the outlet box to the
cross brace by drilling (2) pilot holes no larger than the
minor diameter of the wood screws (5/64") and use
two #8 x 1-1/2" wood screws and washers. Use the
innermost holes for securing the box. Orient the box
so the outermost holes are aligned with the 2 x 4 brace.
Caution: Do not use lubricant on screws.
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2x4 Wood Brace
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Hunter Low Profile Specifications

General

Fan Type	Ceiling Fan
Style	Low Profile
Mounting	Flush Mount
Reversible Motor	Yes
Warranty	Lifetime

Summary

Pre-installation Instructions

Select Installation Site

Choose location, checking for blade clearance and site requirements.

Installation Hardware

Notes on included hardware and necessary purchases like outlet boxes and wire nuts.

Fan Blade Mounting Height

Ensure blades are 7' from floor and 24" from obstructions for efficiency.

Inspection of Fan

Unpack Fan Components

Carefully unpack to prevent damage to fan parts.

Check for Shipping Damage

Inspect motor assembly and blades for damage; keep sets together.

Verify Parts Content

Confirm all parts are present, especially the bag of parts.

Installation of Outlet Box and Rough-In Wiring

Secure Outlet Box to Cross Brace

Mount metallic outlet box to a 2x4 cross brace between joists using wood screws.

Installation of Ceiling Plate

Attach Ceiling Plate to Brace

Thread wires through ceiling plate and attach to 2x4 brace using wood screws.

Hanging of Motor

Mount Motor on Support Loops

Hang motor by placing hooks into support loops on ceiling plate.

Final Wiring

Connect Electrical Supply Leads

Connect supply leads to motor leads using approved connectors.

Organize Wiring

Spread wires apart in box, turn splices upward, and push into outlet box.

Attach Motor Cover

Secure motor cover to ceiling plate using 8-32 screws.

Fan Blade Assembly, Installation and Balancing

Attach Blades to Brackets

Attach wood blades to blade brackets using screws, inserting grommets if needed.

Secure Blades to Motor Hub

Align blade holes with hub, using screws to secure blade brackets.

Fan Balancing Kit

Use provided kit to correct fan wobble during operation.

Attaching The Upper Switch Housing

Install Housing Assembly Screws

Partially install housing screws into the mounting plate.

Feed Upper Plug Connector

Thread the upper plug connector through the center opening of the housing.

Attach Upper Switch Housing

Align slots, turn housing counterclockwise, and tighten screws securely.

Installing Light Fixture

Connect Plug Connectors

Connect upper plug from motor to lower plug in switch housing assembly.

Attach Lower Switch Housing

Place lower housing over upper, align holes, and secure with screws.

Installing the Easy Lock™ Glass Shades

Insert Glass Shade

Insert glass shade into the cup around the bulb socket.

Lock Glass Shade

Twist glass shade clockwise to lock it in place.

Install Bulbs

Install three max 60 Watt medium base incandescent bulbs.

Installing Lower Cover Without Light Fixture

Connect Plug Connectors

Connect upper plug from motor to lower plug in switch housing assembly.

Attach Lower Switch Housing

Place lower housing over upper, align holes, and secure with screws.

Operation of Fan

Switch Operation Sequence

Operate fan through sequence: high, medium, low, off using pull chain.

Motor Reversing

Electrically reversible motor; switch direction by toggling reversing switch.

Troubleshooting Guide

Fan Does Not Move

Check power, wiring connections, switches, and shipping blocks.

Noisy Operation

Tighten loose screws, check for cracked blades or non-approved speed controls.

Excessive Wobbling

Balance blades, check ceiling clearance, tighten screws, and secure assembly.