HAMPTON BAY Dawson 581 645 User manual

Dawson
54 in Ceiling Fan
Owner’s Manual
Dawson
Ventilador de Techo de 1,37 m
Manual del Propietario
581 645

54” Dawson
Ceiling Fan by Hampton Bay
Date Purchased
Store Purchased
UL Model No.
Serial No.
Vendor No.
UPC
Thank you for purchasing our ceiling fan. This product has been
manufactured with the highest standards of safety and quality.
Table of Contents
Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Unpacking Your Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installing Your Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Installing the Light Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operating Your Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Care of Your Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
581-645
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Safety Rules - Read and Save These Instructions
1
To reduce the risk of electric shock, insure electricity has been turned off
at the circuit breaker or fuse box before beginning.
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 qualified licensed electrician.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not use this
fan with any solid-state fan speed control device. It will permanently
damage the electronic circuitry.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, use only the screws
provided with the outlet box.
The outlet box and support structure must be securely mounted and
capable of reliably supporting a minimum of 35 pounds. Use only UL
Listed outlet boxes marked “FOR FAN SUPPORT”.
The fan must be mounted with a minimum of 7 feet clearance from the
trailing edge of the blades to the floor.
Avoid placing objects in path of the blades.
To avoid personal injury or damage to the fan and other items, be
cautious when working around or cleaning the fan.
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.
After making electrical connections, spliced conductors should be turned
upward and pushed carefully up into 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.
All set screws must be checked and retightened where necessary before
installation.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
WARNING
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONALL INJURY, DO NOT BEND THE
BLADE ARMS (ALSO REFERRED TO AS FLANGES), WHEN
INSTALLING THE BRACKETS, BALANCING THE BLADES OR
CLEANING THE FAN. DO NOT INSERT FOREIGN OBJECTS IN –
BETWEEN ROTATING FAN BLADES.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PERSONAL
INJURY, MOUNT FAN TO OUTLET BOX MARKED ACCEPTABLE FOR
FAN SUPPORT WITH THE SCREWS PROVIDED WITH THE OUTLET
BOX.

2
Unpacking Your Fan Unpack your fan and check the contents. You should have the following items:
AB
C
Set of blades (5)
Canopy assembly
Ball/downrod assembly (1)
& extra downrod (1)
Coupling cover
Fan motor assembly
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Set of blade arms (5)
Light plate
Light kit
Glass shade
13 Watt compact fluorescent bulbs (2)
Receiver with 6 wire nuts
Transmitter + holder + 2 mounting
screws + 2 plastic plugs
Extra mounting plate and mounting
plate cover
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
Blade Attachment Hardware
(16 Screws with Fiber Washers)
Electrical Hardware
(3 Plastic Wire Nuts)
Balancing Kit
A.
B.
C.
WARNING
DO NOT INSTALL OR USE FAN IF ANY
PART IS DAMAGED OR MISSING.
CALL TOLL FREE 1-877-902-5588.
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2
58
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12
13
9
10
6
7
3
4

3
Installing Your Fan
Figures 1~3 are examples of different ways to
mount the outlet box.
If there isn't an existing UL listed mounting box,
then read the following instructions. Disconnect
the power by removing fuses or turning off circuit
breakers.
Secure the outlet box directly to the building
structure. Use appropriate fasteners and building
materials. The outlet box and its support must be
able to fully support the moving weight of the fan
(at least 35 lbs). Do not use plastic outlet boxes.
Tools Required
Mounting Options
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PERSONAL INJURY, MOUNT FAN
ONLY TO AN OULET BOX MARKED ACCEPT-
ABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT AND USE THE
MOUNTING SCREWS PROVIDED WITH THE
OULET BOX. OUTLET BOX COMMONLY USED
FOR THE SUPPORT OF LIGHTING FIXTURE
MAY NOT BE ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT
AND MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. CONSULT A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN IF IN DOUBT.
Outlet Box
Outlet Box
Outlet Box
Figure 2
Figure 1
Note: You may need a longer downrod to
maintain proper blade clearance when installing
on a steep, sloped ceiling. The maximum angle
allowable is 20°. If the canopy touches downrod,
remove the decorative canopy bottom cover and
turn the canopy 180°before attaching the canopy
to the mounting plate.
To hang your fan where there is an existing fixture
but no ceiling joist, you may need an installation
hanger bar as shown in Figure 4 (available at any
Home Depot store).
Ceiling
Mounting
Plate
Provide Strong
Support
Recessed
Outlet Box
Figure 3
Figure 4
Phillips screwdriver, straight slot screwdriver, step
ladder and wire cutters.

4
REMEMBER to turn off the power. Follow the
steps below to hang your fan properly.
Hanging the Fan WARNING
FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSTALL COTTER PIN
AS NOTED IN STEP 5 COULD RESULT IN FAN
LOOSENING AND POSSIBLY FALLING.
Tighten two set screws at top of the fan motor
collar firmly and evenly. (Fig. 6)
6.
Remove the decorative canopy bottom cover
from the canopy by turning the cover counter
clockwise. (Figure 5)
Remove the mounting bracket from the canopy
by loosening the two screws on the bottom of
the mounting bracket a half turn from the screw
head and turning the canopy counter
clockwise. (Figure 5)
Remove the clevis pin, cotter pin and set
screws from the top of the motor assembly.
(Figure 6)
Route wires exiting from the top of the fan
motor through the coupling cover, canopy
cover, canopy and then through the ball/
downrod. (Figure 6)
Align the holes at the bottom of the downrod
with the holes in the coupling on top of the
motor housing (Figure 6). Carefully insert the
clevis pin through the holes in the collar and
downrod. Be careful not to jam the clevis pin
against the wiring inside the downrod. Insert
the cotter pin through the hole near the end of
the clevis pin until it snaps into its locked
position, as noted in the circle inset of Fig. 6.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Figure 5
Ceiling
Mounting
Bracket
Ceiling Canopy
Canopy Bottom
Cover
Figure 6
Motor Wires
Ball/Downrod
Assembly
Ceiling Canopy
Canopy Bottom
Cover
Pin in Locked
Positioon
Motor Collar
Coupling
Cover
Tighten Screw
Firmly
Cotter Pin
Clevis Pin

5
WARNING
THE TAB IN THE RING MUST REST IN THE
GROOVE OF THE HANGER BALL AS FIGURE 8.
FAILURE TO PROPERLY SEAT THE TAB IN THE
GROOVE COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO WIRING.
Installing Fan to
the Electrical Box
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR OTHER PERSONAL INJURY. MOUNT
FAN ONLY TO AN OUTLET BOX OR SUPPORTING
SYSTEM MARKED ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN
SUPPORT AND USE THE MOUNTING SCREWS
PROVIDED WITH THE OUTLET BOX.
Pass the 120-volt supply wires through the
center hole in the ceiling mounting bracket as
shown in Figure 7.
Install the ceiling mounting bracket on the
outlet box with the screws and washers
provided with your outlet box (Figure 7).
Security tighten the two mounting screws.
Carefully lift the fan assembly up to the ceiling
mounting bracket and seat the hanger ball in the
mounting bracket socket. Make sure the tab on
the mounting bracket socket is properly seated
in the groove in the hanger ball (Figure 8). This
will help to balance the ceiling fan.
Changing the Downrod
(Optional)
1.
2.
3.
4.
NOTE: Your fan comes with a 4" downrod
attached to the hanger ball. In addition you have
been provided with a 6" downrod to use if desired.
If you choose to use the 6" downrod, perform the
following steps:
Remove the hanger ball from the 4" downrod
by loosening the set screw at the top of the
downrod which holds the hanger ball to the
downrod.
Slide the hanger ball down the downrod and
remove the support pin.
Insert the support pin in the holes at the top of
the 6" downrod and slide the hanger ball up the
6" downrod. Make sure the support pin is
properly seated in the grooves in the top of the
hanger ball.
Tighten the set screw firmly.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Figure 7
UL Listed Outlet Box
Ceiling Mounting
Bracket
120V
Wires
Mounting
Screws (Supplied
with Electrical Box)
Tab
Figure 8
Groove
Tab

6
Making the Electrical
Connections
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.
This remote control unit is equipped with 16 code
combinations to prevent possible interference
from or to other remote units. The frequency
switches on your receiver and transmitter have
been preset at the factory. Please recheck to make
sure the switches on the transmitter and the
receiver are set to the same position, any
combination of settings will operate the fan as
long as the transmitter and receiver are set to the
same position. (Figure 9).
Insert the receiver into the mounting bracket
with the flat side of the receiver facing the
ceiling as Figure 10.
1.
receiver. Secure the wire connections with the
plastic wire connecting nuts provided.
(Figure 11) Receiver to house supply wires
electrical connections: Connect the black (hot)
wire from the ceiling to the black wire marked
"AC in L" from he receiver. Connect the white
(neutral) wire from the ceiling to the white wire
marked "AC in N" from the receiver. Secure
the wire connections with the plastic wire
connecting nuts provided.
(Figure 11) If your outlet box has a ground
wire (green or bare copper) connect it to the fan
ground wires; otherwise connect the hanging
bracket ground wire to the mounting bracket.
Secure the wire connection with a plastic nut
provided. After connecting the wires spread
them apart so that the green and white wires are
on one side of the outlet box and black and blue
wires are on the other side. Carefully tuck the
wire connections up into the outlet box.
3.
4.
(Fig. 11) Motor to receiver electrical
connections: Connect the black wire from the
fan to black wire marked "TO MOTOR L".
Connect the white wire from the fan to the
white wire marked "TO MOTOR N" from the
receiver. Connect the blue wire from the fan to
the blue wire marked "For Light" from the
2.
Figure 10
Receiver
Ceiling
Mounting
Bracket
Figure 9
Frequency Switch
CAUTION
DO NOT USE WITH WALL LIGHT DIMMER
SWITCH.
NOTE
FAN MUST BE INSTALLED AT A MAXIMUM
DISTANCE OF 20 FEET FROM THE TRANSMIT-
TING UNIT FOR PROPER SIGNAL TRANSMIS-
SION BETWEEN THE TRANSMITTING UNIT
AND THE FAN'S RECEIVING UNIT.

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WARNING
MAKE SURE THE TAB ON THE HANGING
BRACKET PROPERLY SITS IN THE GROOVE IN
THE HANGER BALL BEFORE ATTACHING THE
CANOPY TO THE BRACKET BY TURNING THE
HOUSING UNTIL IT DROPS INTO PLACE.
Tuck connections neatly into ceiling outlet
box.
Slide the canopy up to ceiling and over the 2
screws on the hanger bracket. Rotate canopy
clockwise. Next, while holding the canopy
with one hand, slide the canopy cover over the
screws and rotate clockwise until tight. Note:
adjust the canopy screws as necessary until the
canopy and canopy cover are snug. (Fig. 12)
1.
2.
Finishing the Fan
Installation
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
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS ARE FOR
REFERENCE ONLY. OPTIONAL USE OF ANY
LIGHT KIT SHALL BE UL LISTED AND
MARKED SUITABLE FOR USE WITH THIS FAN.
SUPPLY CIRCUIT
Figure 11
WHITE
WHITE
BLACK
BLACK
BLUE
Ground
Conductor
Outlet Box
Green
Ground
Lead
GREEN
Ground to
Downrod
BLACK BLACK BLUE WHITE
WHITE
Figure 12
Outlet Box
Ceiling
Mounting
Bracket
Screws
Canopy
Canopy
Bottom
Cover

8
Attaching the Fan Blades
Attach blades to blade arm using the screws
with fiber washers provided (Fig. 14). Start a
screw into the blade arm, do not tighten.
Repeat for the 2 remaining screws and
washers.
Tighten each screw securely starting with the
center screw. Make sure the blade is straight.
Repeat steps for the remaining blades.
Fasten the blade assemblies to the motor
housing by lining up the slots of the blade arms
with the tabs on the motor housing, then
tighten the two screws and washers already
installed in the blade arms (Figure 15).
1.
2.
3.
CAUTION
MOTOR IS SHIPPED WITH RUBBER PACKING
MOUNTS TO PREVENT MOVEMENT DURING
TRANSPORTATION. REMOVE 5 RUBBER
PACKING MOUNTS FROM FAN MOTOR ASSEM-
BLY AND DISCARD PRIOR TO ATTACHING
BLADE ARMS. (FIG. 13)
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, DO
NOT BEND THE BLADE ARMS WHILE INSTALL-
ING, BALANCING THE BLADES, OR CLEANING
THE FAN. DO NO INSERT FOREIGN OBJECTS
BETWEEN ROTATING FAN BLADES.
Figure 15
Figure 13
Figure 14
Screws
Rubber Packing Mounts
Motor
Blade Arm
Slot
Tab
Blade Arm
Blade
Screws
with Fiber
Washer

9
Blade Balancing
Check that all blade and blade bracket 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.
Measure this distance as shown in Figure 16.
Rotate the fan until the next blade is positioned
for measurement. Repeat for each blade.
Measurements deviation should be within 1/8˝.
Run the fan for 10 Minutes.
Use the enclosed Blade Balancing Kit if the
blade wobble is still noticeable.
1.
2.
3.
The following procedure should correct most fan
wobble. Check after each step.
Figure 16
Touching Ceiling
Installing the Light Plate
Remove 1 of the 3 screws from the mounting
ring and loosen the other 2 screws. (Do not
remove)
Place the key holes on the light plate over the 2
screws previously loosened from the mounting
ring, turn light plate until it locks in place at the
narrow section of the key holes. Secure by
tightening the 2 screws previously loosened
and the one previously removed. (Fig. 17)
1.
2.
Figure 17
Light Plate Mounting Ring
Screws

10
Installing the
Light Kit
Lossen the 3 screws from the light plate. (Do
not remove)
Raise and hold the light kit close to the light
plate and proceed to do the wire connections.
Connect the white wire connectors from the
light kit and fan, follow the same procedure
with the black wire connectors. (Fig. 18)
Tuck connections neatly into light plate, place
the light kit key holes over the 3 screws
previously loosened from the light plate, turn
light kit until it locks in place at the narrow
section of the key holes. Secure by tightening
the 3 screws previously loosened. (Fig. 18).
Install 2 x 13 Watt compact fluorescent bulbs
(included). (Fig. 18)
Place glass shade over the light kit and secure
it with the decorative cap and finial provided.
DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. (Fig. 18)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
NOTE
LIGHT BULBS HAVE NO WARRANTY; CAN BE
PURCHASED AT ANY HOME DEPOT STORE.
NOTE
BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION, DISCON-
NECT THE POWER BY TURNING OFF THE
CIRCUIT BREAKER OR REMOVING THE FUSE
AT FUSE BOX. TURNING POWER OFF USING
THE FAN SWITCH IS NOT SUFFICIENT TO
PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Figure 18
1.
2.
Install the mounting plate to the mounting ring
with 3 screws provided. (Fig. 19)
Place mounting plate cover over mounting
plate the and secure it with the decorative cap
and finial provided.
Fan without Light Kit
(Optional)
Figure 19
Screws
Finial
Decorative Cop
Mounting Plate
Mounting Plate
Cover
Mounting Ring
Screws
Bulbs
Light Kit
Glass Shade
Connection Plugs
Finial
Decorative Cap
Light Plate

1111
Installing the Battery:
"HI, MED, LOW" buttons:
These three buttons are used to set the fan
speed as follows:
LOW=Low speed,
MED= Medium speed
HI=High speed
"OFF" button: This button turns the fan off.
The " " button turns the light ON or OFF.
(NOTE: CFL bulbs are NOT dimmable.)
1.
2.
3.
Install 12V MN21/A23 battery (not included), to
prevent damage to transmitter, remove the battery
if not used for long periods.
Restore power to the ceiling fan and test for
proper operation.
Figure 20
Operating Your Transmitter
Figure 21

12
Speed settings for warm or cool weather depend
on factors such as the room size, ceiling height,
number of fans, etc.
The Reverse switch is located on the top of motor
housing. Slide the switch to the Left for warm
weather operation. Slide the switch to the Right for
cool weather operation.
Warm weather - (Counter-Clockwise direction)
A downward air flow creates a cooling effect.(Fig.
22) This allows you to set your air conditioner on
a higher setting without affecting your comfort.
Cool weather - (Clockwise direction) An upward
airflow moves warm air off the ceiling area. (Fig.
23) This allows you to set your heating unit on a
lower setting without affecting your comfort.
NOTE
WAIT FOR FAN TO STOP BEFORE CHANGING
THE SETTING OF THE SLIDE SWITCH.
Figure 22
Figure 23

13
WARNING
MAKE SURE THE POWER IS OFF AT THE ELECTRICAL PANEL BOX
BEFORE YOU ATTEMPY ANY REPAIRS. REFER TO THE SECTION,
“MAKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS”.
Because of the fan's natural movement, some
connections may become loose. Check the
support connections, brackets, and blade
attachments twice a year. Make sure they are
secure. (It is not necessary to remove fan from
ceiling.)
Clean your fan periodically to help maintain its
new appearance over the years. Do not use
water when cleaning. Use only a soft brush or
lint-free cloth to avoid scratching the finish.
The plating is sealed with a lacquer to
minimize discoloration or tarnishing. Do not
use water when cleaning. This could damage
the motor, or the wood, or possibly cause an
electrical shock.
You can apply a light coat of furniture polish to
the wood blades for additional protection and
enhanced beauty. Cover small scratches with a
light application of shoe polish.
There is no need to oil your fan. The motor has
permanently lubricated sealed ball bearings.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Here are some suggestions to help you maintain
your fan.
Check main and branch circuit fuses or breakers.
Check line wire connections to the fan and switch wire connections in
the switch housing.
Check to make sure the dip switches from the transmitter and receiver
are set to the same frequency.
Make sure all motor housing screws are snug.
Make sure the screws that attach the fan blade bracket to the motor hub
is 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 ceiling fan 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 mounting bracket and outlet box.
Do not connect the fan with a wall mounted variable speed control(s).
Make sure the dip switches are set correctly.
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
1.
2.
Fan will not start
Fan sounds noisy
Remote control
Care of Your Fan Troubleshooting
PROBLEM SOLUTION

14
Specifications
FAN SIZE SPEED VOLTS AMPS WATTS RPM CFM N.W. G.W. C.F.
54” 120 15.73 kgs
(34.61 lbs)
17.90 kgs
(39.38 lbs) 3.25’
LOW
MED.
HIGH
0.36
0.52
0.58
18
45
73
60
100
130
3100
4800
6100
These are approximate measures. They do not include Amps and Wattage used by the light kit.

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The Hampton Bay 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.
Hampton Bay 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 Hampton Bay. 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 or misuse or improper installation or
by affixing any accessories, is not covered by this warranty. Because of varying climatic conditions this
warranty does not cover any changes in brass finish, including rusting, pitting, corroding, tarnishing or peeling.
Brass finishes of this type give their 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. Hampton Bay
hereby disclaims any and all warranties, including but not limited to. Those of merchantability and fitness 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 specified 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 specific 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.
Lifetime Limited Warranty
(lifetime warranty on motor)
You must present a copy of the original
purchase receipt to obtain warranty
service.
Ceiling Fan Parts & Service Department
2919 E. Philadelphia Street
Ontario, Ca 91761
Attach receipt here for easy
location