HAMPTON BAY AL958-FB User manual

USE AND CARE GUIDE
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SINCLAIR 44 INCH CEILING FAN
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Item #1002 275 336
Model #AL958-FB
#1002 275 165
#AL958-ORB
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Table of Contents ..........................................................
Safety Information .........................................................
Warranty .........................................................................
Pre-installation ..............................................................
Specications ..........................................................................
Tools Required .........................................................................
Hardware Included ..................................................................
Package Contents ....................................................................
Installation .....................................................................
Assembly ........................................................................
Hanging the Fan .......................................................................
Attaching the Fan Blades .......................................................
Installing the Light Kit ............................................................
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3
4
4
4
4
5
6
7
8
9
13
14
Operation ......................................................................
Pull Chain Operating Instructions ..........................................
Reverse Switch Operating Instructions ..................................
Care and Cleaning .......................................................
Troubleshooting ..........................................................
Service Parts ...............................................................
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Safety Information
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, do
not use this fan with any solid-state fan speed control device.
It will permanently damage the electronic circuitry.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not
bend the blade arms (also referred to as anges), when
installing the brackets, balancing the blades or cleaning the
fan.
WARNING: Do not insert foreign objects in-between rotating
fan blades.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, use only
the screws provided with the outlet box.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, electric shock or
personal injury, mount the fan to the outlet box marked
acceptable for fan support with the screws provided with the
outlet box.
1. To reduce the risk of electric shock, ensure electricity has
been turned off at the circuit breaker or fuse box before
beginning.
2. All wiring must be in accordance with the National Electrical
Code “ANSI/NFPA 70-1999” and local electrical codes.
Electrical installation should be performed by a qualied
licensed electrician.
3. The outlet box and support structure must be securely
mounted and capable of reliably supporting a minimum of 35
lbs (15.9 kg) or less. Use only UL-listed outlet boxes marked
“FOR FAN SUPPORT.”
4. The fan must be mounted with a minimum of 7 ft (2.1m)
clearance from the trailing edge of the blades to the oor.
5. Avoid placing objects in the path of the blades.
6. To avoid personal injury or damage to the fan and other
items, be cautious when working around or cleaning the fan.
7. Do not use water or detergents when cleaning the fan or fan
blades. A dry dust cloth or lightly dampened cloth will be
suitable for most cleaning.
8. After making electrical connections, spliced conductors
should be turned upward and pushed carefully up into the
outlet box. The wires should be spread apart with the
grounded conductor and the equipment-grounding conductor
on one side of the outlet box and ungrounded conductor on
the other side of the outlet box.
9. All setscrews must be checked and retightened where
necessary before installation.
10. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: Changes or modications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.

SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
TOOLS REQUIRED
TOOLS REQUIRED
NOTE: These are approximate measures. They do not
include amps and wattage used by the light kit.
Warranty
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Pre-InstallationPre-Installation
44 in.
Low
Medium
High
120
Fan size
Fan size
Watts
Watts
RPM
RPM
CFM
CFM
Speed
Speed
Volts
Volts
Amps
Amps
1.41 cu. ft.
N.W.
N.W.
G.W.
G.W.
C.F.
C.F.
6.82 kgs
(15 lbs)
7.73 kgs
(17 lbs)
0.21
0.35
0.47
10.53
30.10
55.72
92
169
212
1351
2900
3752
The manufacturer warrants the fan motor to be free from defects in workmanship and material present at time of shipment from the
factory for a period of lifetime after the date of purchase by the original purchaser. The manufacturer warrants the light kit (excluding any
glass), to be free from defects in workmanship and material at the time of shipment from the factory for a period of three years after the
date of purchase by the original purchaser. The manufacturers also warrants that all other fan parts, excluding any glass or acrylic blades,
to be free from defects in workmanship and material at the time of shipment from the factory for a period of one year after the date of
purchase by the original purchaser. We agree to correct such defects without charge or at our option replace with a comparable or
superior model if the product is returned. To obtain warranty service, you must present a copy of the receipt as proof of purchase. All
costs of removing and reinstalling the product are your responsibility. Damage to any part such as by accident, misuse, improper
installation or by afxing any accessories, is not covered by this warranty. Because of varying climatic conditions this warranty does not
cover any changes in brass nish, including rusting, pitting, corroding, tarnishing or peeling. Brass nishes of this type give the longest
useful life when protected from varying weather conditions. A certain amount of “wobble” is normal and should not be considered a
defect. Servicing performed by unauthorized persons shall render the warranty invalid. There is no other express warranty. We hereby
disclaim any and all warranties, including but not limited to those of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose to the extent
permitted by law. The duration of any implied warranty which cannot be disclaimed is limited to the time period as specied in the
express warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to
you. The retailer shall not be liable for incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in connection with product use or
performance except as may otherwise be accorded by law. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives specic legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state. This warranty supersedes all prior warranties. Shipping costs for any return of product as part of a
claim on the warranty must be paid by the customer.
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Phillips
screwdriver
Flat blade
screwdriver
Step
ladder
Wire
stripper
Electrical
tape
Adjustable
wrench

AA
BB
CC
DD
EE
FF
GG
HH
II
JJ
KK
LL
Blade attachment screw and ber washer
Plastic wire nut
Light holder thumbscrew (preassembled)
Balance kit
Canopy mounting screw (preassembled)
Clevis pin (preassembled)
Cotter pin (preassembled)
Collar setscrew (preassembled)
Blade arm screw (preassembled)
Light kit mounting screw (preassembled)
Pull chain and fob
9 watt LED bulb
Part
Part
Description
Description
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3
10
1
2
1
1
2
10
3
2
3
Quantity
Quantity
DD
HH
LL
II
JJ
KK
EE
FF
GG
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AA
CC
BB
Pre-Installation (continued)
HARDWARE INCLUDED
HARDWARE INCLUDED
NOTE: Hardware shown to actual size.

Part
Part
F
G
H
I
Description
Description
Blade
Blade arm
Light kit
Glass shade
A
B
C
D
F
I
G
E
H
Part
Part
A
B
C
D
E
Quantity
Quantity
1
1
1
1
1
Quantity
Quantity
5
5
1
3
Description
Description
Mounting bracket (preassembled)
Canopy
Canopy bottom cover (preassembled)
Hanger ball/downrod assembly
Fan motor assembly
PACKAGE CONTENTS
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Pre-Installation (continued)
6

To hang your fan where there is an existing xture but no ceiling
joist, you may need an installation hanger bar (NN) (not included)
as shown above.
If your ceiling fan does not have an existing UL-listed mounting
box, then install one using the following instructions:
□Disconnect the power by removing the fuses or turning off
the circuit breakers.
□Secure the outlet box (MM) (not included) directly to the
building structure. Use appropriate fasteners and materials
(not included). The outlet box and its bracing must be able
to fully support the weight of the moving fan (at least 35
lbs.). Do not use a plastic outlet box.
The illustrations below show three different ways to mount the
outlet box (MM) (not included).
MM
MM
NN
MM
MM
A
Installation
MOUNTING OPTIONS
MOUNTING OPTIONS
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or
personal injury, mount the fan to an outlet box marked
acceptable for fan support using the screws provided with the
outlet box. An outlet box commonly used for the support of
lighting xtures may not be acceptable for fan support and
may need to be replaced. If in doubt, consult a qualied
electrician.
NOTE: You may need a longer downrod to maintain proper
blade clearance when installing on a steep, sloped ceiling.
The maximum angle allowable is 18° away from horizontal. If
the canopy touches the downrod, then remove the decorative
canopy bottom cover (C) and turn the canopy (B) 180° before
attaching the canopy (B) to the mounting bracket (A).

1Preparing the canopy 2Preparing the motor
□Remove the cotter pin (GG) and clevis pin (FF), and
loosen the two collar setscrews (HH) from the motor
collar.
3Assembling the fan
□Route the wires exiting from the top of the fan motor
assembly (E) through the canopy bottom cover (C).
Ensure the slot openings are on top.
□Route the wires through the canopy (B) and then
through the hanger ball/downrod assembly (D).
□Align the holes at the bottom of the hanger
ball/downrod assembly (D) with the holes in the collar
on top of the fan motor assembly (E).
□Carefully insert the clevis pin (FF) through the holes
in the collar and the hanger ball/downrod assembly
(B). Be careful not to jam the clevis pin (FF) against
the wiring inside the hanger ball/downrod assembly
(D).
GG
FF
HH
HH
B
C
E
GG
FF
HH
D
EE
A
B
C
EE
Assembly
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□Remove the canopy bottom cover (C) from the canopy
(B) by turning the canopy bottom cover (C) counter-
clockwise.
□Remove the mounting bracket (A) from the canopy (B)
by removing the non-slotted canopy mounting screws
(EE) from the bottom of the canopy (B) and loosening
the slotted canopy mounting screws (EE) a half turn
from the screw head. Next, turn the canopy (B)
counterclockwise to remove the mounting bracket (A)
from the canopy (B).
WARNING: Failure to properly install the cotter pin (GG)
could result in the fan loosening and possibly falling.
NOTE: If a longer downrod is needed (not included), take
out the screw located in the hanger ball, lower the hanger
ball and remove the pin. Remove all three pieces from the
downrod, and assemble them onto the new longer downrod
before proceeding to the downrod installation.
□Insert the cotter pin (GG) through the hole near the
end of the clevis pin (FF) until it snaps into the locked
position.
□Tighten the two collar setscrews (HH) on top of the
fan motor assembly (E) rmly.

4Installing the mounting bracket
to the electrical box
Hanging the fan to the
mounting bracket
□Pass the 120-volt supply wires through the center
hole in the mounting bracket (A).
□Install the mounting bracket (A) to the outlet box
(MM) with the screws and washers provided with the
outlet box (MM).
□Securely tighten the two mounting screws.
□Carefully lift the fan motor assembly (E) up to the
mounting bracket (A) and seat the hanger ball/
downrod assembly (D) in the mounting bracket (A)
socket. Make sure the tab on the mounting bracket
(A) socket is properly seated in the groove in the
hanger ball/downrod assembly (D). This will help to
balance the ceiling fan.
A
D
E
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, electric shock or
other personal injury, mount the fan only to an outlet box or
supporting system marked acceptable for fan support and
use the mounting screws provided with the outlet box.
WARNING: The tab in the ring must rest in the groove of
the hanger ball/downrod assembly (D). Failure to properly
seat the tab in the groove could cause damage to the wiring.
Assembly — Hanging the Fan
A
MM

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Assembly — Hanging the Fan (continued)
6a Making the electrical connections
WARNING: Check to see that all connections are tight,
including ground, and that no bare wire is visible at the wire
nuts (except for the ground wire).
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do
not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.
WARNING: To avoid possible electrical shock, be sure
electricity is turned off at the main fuse box before wiring.
If you feel you do not have enough electrical wiring knowledge
or experience, have your fan installed by a licensed
electrician.
Follow the steps below to connect the fan to your household
wiring. Use the plastic wire nuts (BB) with your fan. Secure the
plastic wire nuts (BB) with electrical tape. Make sure there are
no loose strands or connections.
□Make wire connections as follows, using the wire nuts
(BB).
From Fan To Outlet Box
Black + Blue Wires ---------- Black Wire (Hot)
White Wire ------------------- White Wire (Neutral)
Green Wires* ---------------- Green or Bare Wire (Ground)
* There are two green grounding leads: one from the mounting
bracket (A) and one from the hanger ball/ downrod assembly (D).
□Turn the wire nut connections upward, spreading them
apart so the green (ground) and white wires will be on
one side of the outlet box (MM) and the black and blue
wires will be on the other side. Carefully tuck the
connections up into the outlet box (MM).
BB
NeutralHot
Black
Ground
conductor
White
Blue
Black
Green
White
Green
MM
A
D

Assembly — Hanging the Fan (optional)
6b Single Switch Connections 6c Dual Switch Connections
□On a single switch the fan and light can be turned on or
off together. Make wire connections as follows, using the
wire nuts (BB). Wall switch not included.
From Fan To Outlet Box
Black + Blue Wires ---------- Black Wire (Hot)
White Wire ------------------- White Wire (Neutral)
Green Wires* ---------------- Green or Bare Wire (Ground)
□On a dual switch the fan and light can be turned on or off
separately. Make wire connections as follows, using the
wire nuts (BB). Wall switch not included.
From Fan To Outlet Box
Black Wire (for Fan) --------- Black Wire (Hot #1)
Blue Wire (for Light) --------- Red Wire (Hot #2)
White Wire ------------------- White Wire (Neutral)
Green Wires* ---------------- Green or Bare Wire (Ground)
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BB
SINGLE SWITCH
NeutralAC IN
Black
Ground
conductor
White
Blue
Black
Green
White
Green
MM
A
D
BB
Neutral
Ground
conductor
White
Blue
Black
Green
White
Green
AC IN
Black
Red
DUAL SWITCH
MM
A
D

B
EE
EE
A
C
B
EE
C
7Installing the canopy 8
□Tuck the connections neatly into the ceiling outlet
box.
□Slide the canopy (B) up to the mounting bracket (A)
and place the key hole on the canopy (B) over the
loose canopy mounting screws (EE) on the mounting
bracket (A). Turn the canopy (B) clockwise until the
canopy (B) locks in place at the narrow section of the
key holes.
□Align the circular hole on the canopy (B) with the
remaining hole on the mounting bracket (A). Secure
the canopy mounting screws (EE) previously removed
in the hole and tighten the two canopy mounting
screws (EE).
WARNING: Make sure the tab on the mounting bracket (A)
properly sits in the groove in the hanger ball (D) before
attaching the canopy (B) to the mounting bracket (A) by
turning the canopy housing until it drops into place.
NOTE: Adjust the canopy mounting screws (EE) as
necessary until the canopy (B) and canopy bottom cover (C)
are snug.
□Attach the canopy bottom cover (C) to the canopy
mounting screws (EE) heads on the bottom of the
canopy (B) by inserting the screw heads into the key
slots in the canopy bottom cover (C) and rotating the
canopy bottom cover (C) clockwise.
Attaching the canopy
bottom cover
Assembly — Hanging the Fan (continued)
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11 Fastening the blade
assemblies to the motor
10 Attaching the blades to
the blade arms
□The fan motor assembly (E) is shipped with rubber
packing mounts (OO) to prevent movement during
transportation. Remove the ve rubber packing
mounts (OO) from the fan motor assembly and
discard prior to attaching the blade arms.
□Attach the blades (F) to the blade arms (G) using the
three blade attachment screws and ber washers
(AA). Start a screw with ber washer (AA) into the
blade arm (G), but do not tighten.
□Repeat for the two remaining blade attachment
screws and ber washers (AA).
□Tighten each screw securely starting with the center
screw. Make sure the blade (F) is straight.
□Repeat these steps for the remaining blades.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not
bend the blade arms (G) while installing, balancing the blades
(F), or cleaning the fan. Do no insert foreign objects between
rotating fan blades (F).
9Removing the rubber
packing mounts
E
OO
AA
F
G
□Fasten the blade assemblies to the fan motor
assembly (E) by lining up the slots of the blade arms
(PP) with the tabs on the motor (QQ).
□Tighten the two blade arm screws and lock washers
(II) already installed in the blade arms (G).
□Repeat this procedure for the remaining blade arms
(G).
E
G
F
PP
II
QQ
Assembly — Attaching the Fan Blades
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□Mount the glass shades (I) to the light sockets by
unscrewing partway the three light holder
thumbscrews (CC) on each glass holder. Insert the
glass shades (I), then gently tighten the thumbscrews
(CC) by hand evenly to the glass shades (I). Do not
overtighten.
□Install three 9 Watt LED bulbs (LL) (included).
12 Attaching the light kit to
the switch housing 13 Mounting the glass shades and installing the light bulbs
CAUTION: Before starting installation, disconnect the
power by turning off the circuit breaker or removing the fuse
at the fuse box. Turning power off using the fan switch is not
sufcient to prevent electric shock.
□While holding the light kit (H) under your fan motor
assembly (E), locate two single white and blue wires
in the switch housing labeled "FOR LIGHT". Make the
polarized plug connections:
- White to white
- Blue to black
□Carefully push all wires back into the switch housing.
Install the light kit (H) onto the switch housing with
the three light kit mounting screws (JJ) provided. Be
sure to tighten all screws.
Assembly — Installing the Light Kit
CC
I
LL
H
E
JJ
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Operation
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PULL CHAIN OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PULL CHAIN OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Wait for the fan to stop before reversing the direction
of the blade rotation.
Install two pull chains and fobs (KK) onto the pull chains located in
the switch housing and light kit (H). Turn on the power and check
the operation of the fan.
The pull chain controls the fan speed as follows:
1 pull - High, 2 pulls - Medium, 3 pulls - Low, and 4 pulls - Off.
Speed settings for warm or cool weather depend on factors such
as the room size, ceiling height, numbers of fans.
To turn the light kit On or Off, pull the chain that is attached to the
light kit (H).
REVERSE SWITCH OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
REVERSE SWITCH OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The reverse switch is located on the surface of the switch housing.
This switch controls directions: forward (switch down) or reverse
(switch up).
Warm weather - (Counterclockwise Direction) A downward air ow
creates a cooling effect. This allows you to set your air conditioner
on a warmer setting without affecting your comfort.
Cool weather - (Clockwise Direction) An upward air ow moves
warm air off the ceiling. This allows you to set your heating unit on
a cooler setting without affecting your comfort.
KK
KK
H
Reverse switch

Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting
Problem
Problem
Solution
Solution
Do
Do
□Use water when cleaning. Water could damage the motor,
or the wood, or possibly cause an electrical shock.
□Apply oil to your fan or motor. The motor has
permanently-lubricated sealed ball bearings.
Do not
Do not
□Check the support connections, brackets, and blade
attachments twice a year. Make sure they are secure.
Because of the fan’s natural movement, some
connections may become loose over time. It is not
necessary to remove the fan from the ceiling.
□Clean your fan periodically. Use only a soft brush or
lint-free cloth to avoid scratching the nish. The plating is
sealed with a lacquer to minimize discoloration or
tarnishing.
□(Optional) Apply a light coat of furniture polish to the wood
blades.
□(Optional) Cover small scratches with a light application of
shoe polish.
WARNING: Make sure the power is off at the electrical
panel box before you attempt any repairs. Refer to step 6
“Making the electrical connections” on page 10.
□Check the main and branch circuit fuses or breakers.
□Check the line wire connections to the fan and switch wire connections in the switch housing.
□Make sure all motor housing screws are snug.
□Make sure the screws that attach the fan blade arm to the motor hub are tight.
□Make sure wire nut connections are not rattling against each other or the interior wall of the switch
housing.
□Allow a 24-hour "breaking-in" period. Most noises associated with a new fan disappear during this
time.
□If using the ceiling light kit, make sure the screws securing the glassware are tight. Check that the light
bulb is also secure.
□Make sure there is a short distance from the ceiling to the canopy. It should not touch the ceiling.
□Make sure your ceiling box is secure and rubber isolator pads are used between the mounting bracket
and outlet box.
The fan will not start.
The fan sounds noisy.
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Problem
Problem
Solution
Solution
The fan wobbles.
□Check that all blade and blade arm screws are secure.
□Most fan wobble problems are caused when blade levels are unequal. Check this level by selecting a
point on the ceiling above the tip of one of the blades. Measure from a point on the center of each blade
to the point on the ceiling. Rotate the fan until the next blade is positioned for measurement. Repeat for
each blade. Measurements deviation should be within 1/8 inch. Run the fan for ten minutes.
□Use the enclosed blade balancing kit if the blade wobble is still noticeable.
Troubleshooting (continued)
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Service Parts
A
E
G
H
I
F
B
C
D
AA
JJ
II
KK
LL
BB
CC
DD
FF
GG
EE
HH
Part
Part
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
Description
Description
Mounting bracket (preassembled)
Canopy
Canopy bottom cover (preassembled)
Hanger ball/downrod assembly
Fan motor assembly
5 blades
5 blade arms
Light kit
3 glass shades
Part
Part
AA
BB
CC
DD
EE
FF
GG
HH
II
JJ
KK
LL
Description
Description
Blade attachment screw and ber washer
Plastic wire nut
Light holder thumbscrew (preassembled)
Balance kit
Canopy mounting screw (preassembled)
Clevis pin (preassembled)
Cotter pin (preassembled)
Collar setscrew (preassembled)
Blade arm screw (preassembled)
Light kit mounting screw (preassembled)
Pull chain and fob
9 watt LED bulb
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