HAMPTON BAY Minuet III User manual

Minuet III
36 in Ceiling Fan
Owner's Manual
Minuet III
Ventilador de Techo de 0.91 m
Manual del Propietario

Date Purchased
Store Purchased
Model No.
Serial No.
Vendor No.
UPC
164-352
11289
792145352877
Hampton Bay Lifetime Motor Warranty
The retailer warrants the fan motor to be free from defects in workmanship and material
present at time of shipment from the factory for a lifetime after the date of purchase by the
original purchaser. The retailer also warrants that all other fan parts, excluding any glass or
plexiglass 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 the retailer. 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 in the United States 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. The retailer 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.
Hampton Bay Lifetime Motor Warranty

Table of Contents
Safety Rules.....................................................................................................................................
Unpacking Your Fan ...........................................................................................................................
Installing Your Fan .............................................................................................................................
Installing the Light Kit.......................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................
Care of Your Fan ..............................................................................................................................
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................
Specifications .................................................................................................................................
Operating Your Fan
1.
2.
3.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.

1. Safety Rules
1.To reduce the risk of electric shock, insure 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 and local electrical codes. Electrical installation should be
performed by a qualified licensed electrician.
3. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock and fire, do not
use this fan with any solid-state fan speed control device.
4. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, use only the two
steel screws (and lock washers) provided with the outlet box for
mounting to the outlet box. Most outlet boxes commonly used for
the support of lighting fixtures are not acceptable for fan support
and may need to be replaced, consult a qualified electrician if in
doubt.
8. Avoid placing objects in the path of the blades.
9. To avoid personal injury or damage to the fan and other items, be
cautious when working around or cleaning the fan.
10. 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.
11. After making electrical connections, all wired connecting nuts
should be turned upward and pushed carefully up into the outlet
box. The wires should be spread apart so that the green and
white wires are on one side of the outlet box and the black and
blue wires are on the other side.
12. Electrical diagrams are for reference only. Light kits that are not
packed with the fan must be UL Listed and marked suitable for
use with the model fan you are installing. Switches must be UL
General Use Switches. Refer to the Instructions packaged with
the light kits and switches for proper assembly.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PERSONAL
INJURY, MOUNT FAN TO OUTLET BOX MARKED ACCEPTABLE FOR
FAN SUPPORT.
5. The outlet box and support structure must be securely mounted
and capable of reliably supporting a minimum of 50 pounds. Use
only UL Listed outlet boxes marked FOR FAN SUPPORT.
6. The fan must be mounted with a minimum of 7 feet clearance
from the trailing edge of the blades to the floor.
7. Do not operate the reverse switch while the fan blades are in
motion. The fan must be turned off and the blades stopped before
reversing the blades direction.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, DO NOT BEND THE
BLADE ARMS (ALSO REFERRED TO AS BRACKETS) DURING ASSEMBLY
OR AFTER INSTALLATION. DO NOT INSERT OBJECTS IN THEPATH OF
THE BLADES.
NOTE
READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

Unpack your fan and check the contents. You should have the following items:
13. Loose parts bag containing:
a. Blade attachment hardware
(19 screws)
b. Electrical hardware
(3 plastic wire connecting nuts)
c. Light kit hardware
(1 screw)
a
c
b
13
WARNING
DO NOT INSTALL OR USE FAN
IF ANY PART IS DAMAGED OR MISSING.
CALL TOLL FREE 1-877-902-5588
Unpacking Your Fan 2.
3
1
26
7
812
11
10
4
5
9
1.
2. Canopy assembly
3.
4.
5.
Set of blades (6)
Ball/downrod assembly
Coupling cover
Fan motor assembly
6. Set of blades arms (6)
7. Light fixture
Pull chain and fobs (2)
8. Glass shade
9.
11. Extra plastic plug
12. Balance kit
10. 13 Watt compact fluorescent bulb

Tools Required
Phillips screwdriver, straight slot
screwdriver, step ladder, and wire cutters.
Mounting Options
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 50 lbs). Do not use plastic
outlet boxes.
Figures 1,2 and 3 are examples of
different ways to mount the outlet box.
Note: You may need a longer downrod to
maintain proper blade clearance when
installing on a steep, sloped ceiling.
To hang your fan where there is an existing
fixture but no ceiling joist, you may need
an installation hanger bar.(Fig.4)
(available at any Home Depot store).
Outlet box
Outlet box
Outlet box
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 4
3. Installing Your Fan
Provide strong support
Recessed
outlet box
Mounting bracket
opening must be
toward the top
Figure 3
Angled ceiling
maximum
20 angle

Hanging the Fan
REMEMBER to turn off the power. Follow
the steps below to hang your fan properly.
NOTE: This ceiling fan is supplied with two
types of hanging assemblies; the standard
ceiling installation using the downrod with
ball and socket mounting and the
"flushmount" installation. The "flushmount"
installation is recommended in rooms with
less than 8-feet ceilings or in areas where
additional space is desired from the floor to
the fan blades. When using the standard 4
1/2" downrod, the distance from the ceiling
to the bottom of the fan blades will be
approximately 12 inches.Once you have
selected which mounting system you will
use, proceed with the following instructions.
Where necessary, each section of the
instructions will note the different
procedures to follow for the two types of
mounting.
1/2
4.
non-slotted screws and loosen the slotted
screws. This will enable you to remove
the hanger bracket. (Fig. 5)
. Pass the 120-volt supply wires through
the center hole in the ceiling hanger
bracket. (Fig. 6)
NOTE:
9. Align the holes at the bottom of the
downrod with the holes in the collar on
top of the motor housing. (Fig. 6A).
Carefully insert the hanger pin through
3. Loosen the two screws on the outlet box
in half way.
4. Attach the hanger bracket on the outlet
box by sliding the hanger bracket over the
screws provided with the outlet box.
5. Tighten the two screws on the outlet box
securely.
6
7. Remove the hanger pin, lock pin and set
screws from the top of the motor assembly.
8. Route wires exiting from the top of the fan
motor through the coupling cover and
canopy ring. Make sure the slot openings
of the canopy ring are on top. Route the
wires through the canopy and then
through the ball/downrod assembly (Fig.
6A).
If a longer downrod is needed, take
out the screw located in the hanger ball,
lower the hanger ball and remove the pin,
remove all 3 pieces from the downrod and
assemble them onto the new longer
downrod before proceeding step 8. (The
longer downrod is available at any Home
Depot store).
tBe
careful not to jam the pin against the
wiring inside the downrod. Insert the
locking pin through the hole in locked
position, as noted in the circle inset of
Fig. 6A.
10.
(Fig. 6A)
11.
he holes in the collar and downrod.
Tighten two set screws at top of the
fan motor collar firmly and evenly.
Place the downrod ball into the
hanger bracket socket. Rotate the
downrod ball until the groove of the
downrod ball lines up with the hook
of the hanger bracket. (This will help
balance the fan.)
Figure 5
Hanger
bracket
Ceiling
canopy
Screws
Canopy
ring
WARNING
FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSTALL
LOCKING PIN AS NOTED IN STEP 9
COULD RESULT IN FAN LOOSENING
AND POSSIBLY FALLING.
STANDARD CEILING INSTALLATION
1. Remove the canopy ring from the canopy
by turning the ring clockwise until it
unlocks. (Fig. 5)
2. Remove the hanger bracket from the
canopy by loosening the four screws on
the top of the canopy. Remove the two

5.
FLUSHMOUNT INSTALLATION
1. Remove the canopy ring from the canopy by
turning the ring until it unlocks. (Fig.5)
2. Remove the hanger bracket from the canopy by
loosening the four screws on the top of the
canopy. Remove the two non-slotted screws and
loosen the slotted screws. This will enable you to
remove the hanger bracket.(Fig. 5)
4. Loosen the two screws on theoutlet box halfway.
5. Attach the hanger bracket on the outlet box by
sliding the hanger bracket over the screws
provided with the outletbox.
6. Tighten the two screws on theoutlet box securely.
8. Remove three of the six screws and lock washers
(every other one) from the collar of top motor
(Fig. 7)
9. Route the wires exiting the top of the fan motor
through the canopy ring (make sure the slot
openings of the ring are on top). Then proceed to
place the ceiling canopy over the collar at the top
of the motor. Align the mounting holes with the
holes in the motor and fasten using the screws
and lock washers provided.(Fig. 7)
10.Tighten the mounting screwssecurely.(Fig. 7)
3. Remove the decorative canopy bottom cover from
the canopy by depressing the three studs. (Fig. 7A)
7. Pass the 120-volt supply wires through the
center hole in theceiling hanger bracket. (Fig. 7)
Mounting
screws
(supplied with
electrical box)
Hook
Hanger
bracket
UL Listed
electrical
box
Slide mounting
bracket over
screw heads
Figure 6 120V Wires
Pin in locked
position
Canopy ring
Hanger pin
Motor collar
Motor wires
Ball/downrod
assembly
Ceiling
canopy
Locking pin
Tighten
screws
firmly
Figure 6A
Collar cover
WARNING
FAILURE TOCOMPLETELY TIGHTEN
THE THREE SCREWS IN STEP9 COULD
RESULT INFAN LOOSENINGAND
POSSIBLY FALLING
11.Hang the fan on the hook of the hanger
bracket. Be certain that the canopy is
fully locked into tab. This will
allow you to make the electrical
connections.
(Fig. 8)
Figure 8
Figure 7A
Canopy
Bottom
Cover
Screw and
Lockwasher
(3 of 6 places)
Ceiling
Canopy
Figure 7
Canopy
Ring
Collar
Hook

6.
Making the Electrical Connections
Remember to disconnect the power.
Follow the steps below to connect the fan to your household wiring. Use the wire connecting
nuts supplied with your fan. Secure the connectors with electrical tape. Make sure there are
no loose strands or connections.
Step 1 Connect the fan supply (black) wire and light supply (blue) wire to the black household
supply wire. (Fig. 9)
Step 2. Connect the neutral fan (white) wire to the white neutral household wire.
Step 3 Connect the fan ground wire (green) to the household ground wire.
Step 4 After connecting the wires, spread them apart so that the green and white wires are on
one side of the outlet box and the black and the blue wires are on the other side.
Step 5 Turn the wire connecting nuts upward and push the wiring into the outlet box.
SUPPLY CIRCUIT
Ground
Conductor
Outlet Box
Green
Ground
Lead
Ground to
Downrod
BLACK
WHITEWHITE
BLACK
BLUE
GREEN
Figure 9
WARNING
TO REDUCE THERISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR OTHER PERSONAL INJURY. MOUNT FAN ONLYON
AN OUTLET BOX OR SUPPORTING SYSTEM MARKED ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT.
TO REDUCE THERISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT USE THIS FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE
SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.

Finishing the Installation
STANDARD CEILING INSTALLATION
Slide canopy up to the ceiling leaving a 1/8" clearance between the canopy and the
ceiling.(Fig. 10) Make sure you place the wires safely into outlet box. Secure the
canopy to the hanger bracket with the four screws with your fan. Slide the canopy
ring over the canopy and tighten by turning the ring.
FLUSHMOUNT INSTALLATION
Remove the fan from the hook on the hanger bracket. Secure the canopy to the
hanger bracket with four screws included with your fan. Slide the canopy
ring over the canopy and tighten by turning the ring.
WARNING
Make sure the hook 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.
(Fig. 11)
7.
Allow 1/8"
Clearance
Allow 1/8"
Clearance
Figure 10
Figure 11

8.
Rubber
washer
Blade
arm
Figure 13
Figure 12
Blade
Screws
Figure 14
Motor
Blade arm
Slot
Tab
Rubber packing
mounts
Screws
Attaching the Fan Blades
Step 1 Attach blades to blade arms using
three screws and rubber washers.
Start a screw into the arm, do not
tighten. Repeat for the 2 remaining screws
and washers.
Step 2 Tighten each screw securely starting
with the center screw. Make sure the blade is
straight.
(Fig. 13)
blade
Repeat steps for the remaining
blades.
Step 3 Fasten the blade arms to the motor by
inserting the tab from the blade arms to the
slot in the bottom motor housing, then tighten
the two screws and washers already installed
in the blade arms. (Fig. 14)
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY,
DO NOT BEND THE BLADE ARMS WHILE
INSTALLING, BALANCING THE BLADES, OR
CLEANING THE FAN. DO NO INSERT FOREIGN
OBJECTS BETWEEN ROTATING FAN BLADES.
CAUTION: Remove 5 rubber packing
mounts from fan motor assembly and
discard before installation. (Fig. 12)

Switch
housing
Screws
Bulb
Light kit
assembly
Glass shade
Wire
connector
Figure 15
NOTE: Before starting installation, disconnect 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.
1. ocate two single
white and blue wires in the switch housing labeled FOR LIGHT. Make
the polarized plug connections:
- White to white
- Blue to black
2. Carefully push all wires back into the switch housing, then install the
light kit assembly onto the switch housing with 3 screws provided.
Be sure to tighten all screws. (Fig. 15)
3. Install 1 x 13 watt compact fluorescent bulb (included) into the light
kit socket. NOTE: CFL bulbs are NOT dimable.
4.
nsert the glass, then gently
tighten the thumbscrews by hand evenly to the glass. DO NOT OVER
TIGHTEN. (Fig. 15)
5. Restore power and your light kit is ready for operation.
While holding the light kit assembly under your fan, l
Mount the glass shades to the light fixture by unscrewing partway the
thumbscrews on the glass holders, i
9. Installing the Light Kit
NOTE: Light bulbs have no warranty; can be purchased at any Home
Depot store.

NOTE
WAIT FOR FAN TO STOP BEFORE
CHANGING THE SETTING OF THE
SLIDE SWITCH.
Turn on the power and check the operation
of your fan. There are two pull chains
available in your fan:
1. 3-speed pull chain- it 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, number of fans, and so on.
2. Light kit pull chain- it controls the light
kit in "ON" or "OFF".
The slide switch controls directions: forward
(switch down) or reverse (switch up).
Warm weather-(Counter-Clockwise
direction) A downward airflow creates a
cooling effect.(Fig. 17) 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. 18) This allows you to set
your heating unit on a lower setting without
affecting your comfort.
Fan without Light Kit
(Optional)
Disassemble the switch housing cover
from the light kit, you can keep the
light kit for future use.
2. Attach the plastic plug to the switch
housing. (Fig. 16)
Install the switch housing cover to the
switch housing with screws provided.
1.
3.
Figure 17
Figure 18
Switch
housing
Switch
housing
cover
Screws
Plastic plug
Figure 16
Operating Your Fan 10.

11. Care of Your Fan
Here are some suggestions to help you
maintain your fan
1.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.)
2. Clean your fan periodically to help
maintain its new appearance over the years.
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.
3. 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.
4. There is no need to oil your fan.
The motor has permanently
lubricated bearings.
IMPORTANT
MAKE SURE THE POWER IS OFF AT
THE ELECTRICAL PANEL BOX
BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT ANY
REPAIRS. REFER TO THE SECTION
"MAKING ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS"
Figure 19
Touching
ceiling

Troubleshooting 12.
Problem
Fan will not start.
Fan sounds noisy.
Fan wobble.
Solution
1. Check circuit fuses or breakers.
2. Check line wire connections to the fan and switch wire connections in the switch housing.
CAUTION: Make sure main power is off.
1. Make sure all motor housing screws are snug.
2. Make sure the screws that attach the fan blade bracket to the motor hub is tight.
3. Make sure wire nut connections are not rubbing against each other or the interior wall of the switch
housing.
CAUTION: Make sure main power is off.
4. Allow a 24-hour "breaking-in" period. Most noise associated with a new fan disappear during this
time.
5. If using an optional light kit, make sure the screws securing the glassware are tight. Check that the
light bulb is also secure.
6. Some fan motors are sensitive to signals from solid-state variable speed controls. If you have
installed this type of control, choose and install another type of control.
7. Make sure the upper canopy is a short distance from the ceiling. It should not touch the ceiling.
1. Check that all blade and blade arm screws are secure.
2. Most fan wobbling 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 this distance.(Fig. 19) Rotate the
fan until the next blade is positioned for measurement. Repeat for each blade. The distance deviation
should be equal within 1/8".
3. Use the enclosed Blade Balancing Kit if the blade wobble is still noticeable.
4. If the blade wobble is still noticeable, interchanging two adjacent (side by side) blades can
redistribute the weight and possibly result in smoother operation.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, DO NOT BEND THE BLADE ARM WHILE INSTALLING, BALANCING
THE BLADES, OR CLEANING THE FAN. DO NOT INSERT FOREIGN OBJECTS BETWEEN ROTATING FAN BLADES.

13. Specifications
These are approximate measures. They do not include Amps and Wattage used by the light kit.
RPM CFM N.W. G.W.
C.F.
36"
120 1.37'6.52 kgs
(14.36 lbs)
8.26 kgs
(18.22 lbs)
0.21
0.34
0.40
12
30
49
110
187
225
1449
2442
3264
120
120
Fan Size Speed Volts Amps Watts
Low
Medium
High
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