This document describes the Harbor Breeze Boltz III Ceiling Fan, a residential ceiling fan designed for indoor use. It provides instructions for assembly, installation, operation, and maintenance, along with safety information and warranty details.
Function Description
The Boltz III Ceiling Fan is designed to circulate air within a room, providing a cooling effect in warmer weather and helping to distribute warm air in cooler weather. It features a reversible motor for seasonal use and an integrated LED light kit for illumination. The fan and light functions are controlled via a remote control, offering various speed settings, light dimming, color temperature adjustment, and timer functions.
Important Technical Specifications
- Model Numbers: 43349, 43350, 43367, 43368
- Item Numbers: 5497045, 5497046, 5497047, 5497048
- Net Weight: 17.44 lb (7.91 kg)
- Blade Clearance: Minimum 7 ft from blades to floor, minimum 30 in from end of blades to any obstruction.
- Outlet Box Support: Must be marked "ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT" and support at least 35 lbs of moving weight.
- Wire Connectors: Designed for one 12-gauge house wire and two fan lead wires. Consult an electrician for larger gauge or multiple house wires.
- Power Supply: Requires connection to a properly grounded outlet box.
- Motor Control: NOT compatible with full-range dimmer switches or solid-state speed control devices.
- Light Kit Wattage: Total fixture wattage is 23 watts (LED, not replaceable).
- Light Color Temperature: Adjustable from 2200K (warm white) to 6500K (daylight).
- Remote Control Batteries: 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries.
- Ceiling Angle for Angle Mounting: Not steeper than 16°.
- Mounting Options: Standard Mounting (for ceilings 8 ft or higher) and Angle Mounting. Flushmount and Closemount installations are not available for this model.
- Downrod: Includes a standard downrod (A). Longer downrods (36-inch or 48-inch) are sold separately and may require the optional 36-inch lead wire (M).
Usage Features
Remote Control Operation:
The fan is operated using a dedicated remote control with the following functions:
- LED Indicator: Illuminates when any remote button is pressed, indicating fan speed.
- Fan Power Button:
- Turns the fan off.
- Turns the fan on at the previously selected speed.
+ button: Increases fan speed.- button: Lowers fan speed.
- Sleep Timers: Sets the fan to turn off after 2 hours, 4 hours, or 8 hours. Pressing the fan power button deactivates the timer.
- Light Delay: Delays turning off the light for one minute, allowing safe exit from the room. The light blinks to confirm activation. Pressing the Light Control button deactivates it and turns off the light.
- Home Shield™: Simulates occupancy when away from home. The fan remains off, and the light randomly turns on for 5-20 minutes, then off for 60 minutes between events. Press and hold to activate; light blinks to confirm. Press any button to cancel.
- Variable Breeze: Simulates a natural breeze.
- Light Control: Taps to turn the light off and on. Press and hold to dim or brighten the lights.
- Light Color: Press and hold to cycle through color temperatures from 2200K (warm white) to 6500K (daylight).
- LEARN Button: Used to sync the remote control to the receiver (located on the back of the remote).
Reverse Switch (Seasonal Use):
The fan features a reverse switch to change the direction of blade rotation, optimizing airflow for different seasons:
- Warmer Weather (Sun Icon): Push the reverse switch left for downward airflow, creating a wind chill effect.
- Cooler Weather (Snowflake Icon): Push the reverse switch right for upward airflow, helping to move hot air off the ceiling area.
- Important: The reverse switch must be set completely left or right for the fan to operate. If set in the middle position, the fan will not function.
Installation Considerations:
- Mounting Bracket: Securely attaches to the outlet box. Proper hardware must be used.
- Downrod Installation: The downrod (A) must be correctly aligned with the tab in the mounting bracket (D) to prevent wobbling or falling.
- Blade Installation: Blades (Q) attach to blade arms (R) using a twist-lock connector and medallion (P).
- Light Kit Installation: Connects to the motor assembly via a 6-pin connector and attaches to the light pan (N) by twisting clockwise until secure. Avoid cross-threading.
Maintenance Features
- Regular Checks: At least twice a year, lower the canopy to check the downrod assembly and tighten all screws on the fan.
- Cleaning: Clean the motor housing with a soft brush or lint-free cloth to avoid scratching the finish. Clean the blades with a lint-free cloth.
- LED Light: The LED light kit is 23 watts and is not designed to be replaced.
- Battery Replacement: Use AAA alkaline batteries for the remote control. Ensure correct polarity. Do not mix old and new batteries or different types. Remove exhausted batteries.
- Power Disconnection: Always shut off the main power supply before performing any maintenance tasks.
- Cleaning Agents: Do not use water or a damp cloth to clean the ceiling fan.
Troubleshooting:
The manual includes a troubleshooting section to address common issues such as:
- Fan not moving (reverse switch, wall switch, power, faulty wiring).
- Fan is noisy (loose blades/blade arms, cracked blade, incompatible wall control, insecure outlet box/mounting bracket).
- Lights not working (improperly connected light kit plugs, faulty wire connection).
- Excessive wobbling (loose blades/blade arms, unbalanced blades, insecure fan mounting, fan too close to vaulted ceiling, loose set screw on motor housing yoke).
- Remote control not working (power surge requiring re-sync, dead batteries, interference from another remote).
Warranty:
The fan motor is covered by a limited lifetime warranty against defects in workmanship and material. All other ceiling fan parts (excluding motor and parts with glass) are warranted for one year from the date of purchase. The warranty is voided if the original purchaser ceases to own the fan or if service is performed by a non-licensed electrician. The manufacturer's responsibility is limited to repair or replacement of defective parts or the entire fan.
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