Harbor Breeze 40680 User manual

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EST, Friday.
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ITEM #0807431
BUILDER’S SERIES
CEILING FAN
MODEL #40680

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Package Contents .................................................................3
Hardware Contents ................................................................4
Safety Information .................................................................5
Preparation ......................................................................6
Initial Installation ..................................................................7
Wiring ..........................................................................9
Final Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operating Instructions .............................................................13
Care and Maintenance ............................................................14
Troubleshooting..................................................................14
Limited Lifetime Warranty ..........................................................16
Replacement Parts List ............................................................17

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
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PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A Upper Mounting Bracket 1
B Lower Mounting Bracket (preassembled to Motor [C]) 1
C Motor 1
D Switch Housing (preassembled to Motor [C]) 1
E Light Kit (preassembled to the Switch Housing [D]) 1
F Motor Housing 1
GBlade Arm 4
H Blade 4
I Glass Globe 1
J Bulb 1
K Lower Bracket Screw (preassembled to Lower Mounting Bracket [B]) 1
L Thumbscrew (preassembled to Light Kit [E]) 3
M Motor Screw (preassembled to Motor [C]) 8 + 1 extra
N Motor Housing Screw (preassembled to Upper Mounting Bracket [A]) 4
O Blade Balancing Kit 1
P Upper Bracket Screw (preassembled to Upper Mounting Bracket [A]) 2
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K L M N O P

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HARDWARE CONTENTS (shown actual size)
Blade Screw
Qty. 12 + 1 extra
Blade Washer
Qty. 12 + 1 extra
Pull Chain Extension
Qty. 2
Wire Connector
Qty. 4
AA BB CC DD
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate or install the
product.
• Before you begin installing the fan, disconnect the power by removing fuses or turning off the circuit
breakers.
• Make sure all electrical connections comply with local codes, ordinances, the National Electrical
CodeandANSI/NFPA70-199.Hireaqualiedelectricianorconsultado-it-yourselfwiring
handbook if you are unfamiliar with installing electrical wiring.
• Make sure the installation site you choose allows a minimum clearance of 7 ft. from the blades to
theoorandatleast30in.fromtheendofthebladestoanyobstruction.
• The net weight of this fan is: 9.68 lbs.
DANGER: When using an existing outlet box, make sure the outlet box is securely attached to
the building structure and can support the full weight of the fan. Failure to do this can result in serious
injury or death. The stability of the outlet box is essential in minimizing wobble and noise in the fan
after installation is complete.
WARNING: To avoid personal injury, the use of gloves may be necessary while handling fan
parts with sharp edges.
WARNING: Toreducetheriskofre,electricshockorpersonalinjury,mountthefantoanoulet
box marked “ACCEPTABLE FOR FAN SUPPORT” and use the mounting screws provided with the
outletbox.Mostoutletboxescommonlyusedforthesupportoflightingxturesarenotacceptable
forfansupportandmayneedtobereplaced.Consultaqualiedelectricianifindoubt.Securethe
outlet box directly to the building structure. The outlet box and its support must be able to support the
moving weight of the fan (at least 35 lbs.).
WARNING: Toreducetheriskofre,electricshockorpersonalinjury,wireconnectorsprovided
with this fan are designed to accept only one 12-gauge house wire and two lead wires from the fan. If
your house wire is larger than 12-gauge and/or there is more than one house wire to connect to the
two fan lead wires, consult an electrician for the proper size wire connectors to use.
WARNING: Toreducetheriskofreorelectricshock,donotusethefanwithanysolid-state
speed-control device or control the fan speed with a full-range dimmer switch.
WARNING: Toreducetheriskofre,electricshockorpersonalinjury,donotbendtheblade
arms when installing them, balancing the blades or cleaning the fan. Do not insert objects between
the rotating fan blades.
WARNING: TTo reduce the risk of personal injury, use only parts provided with this fan. The use
of parts OTHER than those provided with this fan will void the warranty.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
CAUTION: Read all instructions and safety information before installing your new fan. Review the
accompanying assembly diagrams.
CAUTION: Be sure the outlet box is properly grounded or that a ground (green or bare) wire is present.
CAUTION: Carefully check all screws, bolts and nuts on the fan motor assembly to ensure they are
secured.
CAUTION: 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 and outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
--Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Pleasenotechangesormodicationsnotexpresslyapprovedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
PREPARATION
Before beginning the assembly of this product, ensure that all parts are present. Compare all parts
with the package contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not
attempt to assemble the product.
After opening the top of the carton, remove the mounting hardware package from the foam inserts,
then remove the motor assembly from the packaging and place it on a soft surface, such as a carpet,
toavoiddamagetothenish.
Estimated Assembly Time: 120 minutes
Tools Required for Assembly (not included): Electrical Tape, Phillips Screwdriver, Pliers, Safety
Glasses, Step Ladder, Wire Cutters and Wire Strippers
Helpful Tools (not included): AC Tester Light, Tape Measure and Wiring Handbook

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INITIAL INSTALLATION
1. Turn off the circuit breakers and the wall switch to the
fan supply line leads.
DANGER: Failure to disconnect the power
supply prior to installation may result in serious injury
or death.
2. This fan is intended for Flushmount installations.
Standard Mounting, Angled Mounting and Closemount
installations are not available.
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Standard Mounting
Flushmount Closemount
Angle Mounting
3. Ensure the blades (H) will be at least 30 in. from
anyobstructionsandatleast7ft.abovetheoor.
H
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7 ft. Min
30 in. Min
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INITIAL INSTALLATION
4. Secure the upper mounting bracket (A) to the
outlet box (not included) using screws and washers
provided with the outlet box.
CAUTION: It is very important you use the proper
hardware when installing the upper mounting bracket
(A) as it will support the fan.
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5. Remove the preassembled lower bracket screw (K)
from the lower mounting bracket (B) and the upper
bracket screws (P) from the upper mounting bracket
(A). Insert the tab of the lower mounting bracket (B)
into the slot in the upper mounting bracket (A).
A
P
K
B
6. Re-install the previously removed lower bracket screw
(K) and upper bracket screws (P) to secure the lower
mounting bracket (B) to the upper mounting bracket (A).
A
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6
A
P
K
B
B
A
P
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WIRING
WARNING:Toreducetheriskofre,electricalshockorpersonalinjury,wireconnectorsprovided
with this fan are designed to accept only one 12-gauge house wire and two lead wires from the fan. If
your house wire is larger than 12 gauges and/or there is more than one house wire to connect to the
two fan lead wires, consult an electrician for the proper size wire connectors to use.
CAUTION: Be sure the outlet box is properly grounded or that a Ground (Green or Bare) wire is present.
1. Connect household supply and fan wires according to
the diagram and these steps:
•ConnecttheGreenwirefromthefantotheBare/
Green supply wire.
•ConnecttheWhitewirefromthefantotheWhite
supply wire.
•ConnecttheBlackandBluewiresfromthefantothe
Black supply wire.
•Secureallwiringconnectionstogetherwithwire
connectors (DD).
Note: If there is a second hot/power wire coming from
the outlet box, connect it to the blue (light power) fan
wire for separate light and fan control.
Note: The Black wire is hot power for the fan. The
White wire is common for the fan and light kit. The
Blue wire is hot power for light. The Green wire is the
ground wire. If household supply wires are different
colors than referred to above, it is recommended a
professional electrician determines the proper wiring.
Hardware Used
DD Wire Connector x 3
2. Wrap electrical tape (not included) around each
individual wire connector (DD) down to the wire.
3. Turn the spliced/taped wires upward and gently push
the wires and wire connectors (DD) into the outlet box.
WARNING: Ensure no bare wire or wire strands
are visible after making connections. Place the Green
and White wire connections on the opposite side of the
outlet box from the Black and Blue wire connections.
1
3
DD
DD
A
2
Black (Hot)
White (Neutral)
Bare/Green (Ground)
Black Blue White Green

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FINAL INSTALLATION
1. Temporarily lift the motor housing (F) to the upper
mounting bracket (A) to determine which two motor
housing screws (N) preassembled in the sides of
the upper mounting bracket (A) align with the slotted
holes in the top edge of the motor housing (F).
Partially loosen the two motor housing screws (N) that
align with the slotted holes.
Remove the other two motor housing screws (N) from
the upper mounting bracket (A).
2. Slide the motor housing (F) over the motor (C),
aligning the slotted holes in the motor housing (F) with
the loosened motor housing screws (N) in the upper
mounting bracket (A). Twist the motor housing (F) to
lock, then re-insert the two previously removed motor
housing screws (N) and securely tighten all screws.
3. Partially insert the blade screws (AA) along with the
blade washers (BB) through the blade (H) and into the
blade arm (G). Tighten each blade screw (AA) with a
Phillips screwdriver (not included), starting with the
one in the middle. Repeat this step for the remaining
blades (H) and blade arms (G).
Hardware Used
AA Blade Screw x 12
Blade Washer x 12
A
A
F
N
F
N
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BB
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BB
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FINAL INSTALLATION
4. Remove the 10 preassembled motor screws (M) from
the underside of the motor (C). Insert two motor screws
(M) in each blade arm (G) and install the blade arm (G)
to the underside of the motor (C) with motor screws (M).
Tighten with Phillips screwdriver.
Repeat for each blade arm (G).
5. Install the bulb (J) into the socket of the light kit (E).
Then, loosen the thumbscrews (L) on the light kit (E).
Lift glass globe (I) to light kit (E), tightening loosened
thumbscrews (L) to secure.
6. Attach the pull chain extensions (CC) or custom pull chain
extensions (not included) to the fan and light pull chains.
Note:When facing the reverse switch, the pull chain for
the fan is on the right and the pull chain for the light is
on the left.
Hardware Used
CC Pull Chain
Extension x 2
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Reverse
Switch
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FINAL INSTALLATION
7. Turn on power supply to the fan.
Assembly is complete.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. The fan pull chain has four positions to control fan
speed. One pull is HIGH, two is MEDIUM, three is
LOW and four turns the fan OFF.
The light pull chain has two positions to control the
light, ON and OFF.
2. Use the fan reverse switch, located on the switch
housing (D), to optimize your fan for seasonal
performance.
Using a ceiling fan will allow you to raise your
thermostat setting in summer and lower your
thermostat setting in winter without feeling a
difference in your comfort.
Note:Wait for the fan to stop before moving the
reverse switch.
2a. In warmer weather, push the reverse switch down
to display a sun icon, which will result in downward
airowcreatingawindchilleffect.
2b. In cooler weather, push the reverse switch up to
displayasnowakeicon,whichwillresultinupward
airowthatcanhelpmovestagnant,hotairoffthe
ceiling area.
Important:The reverse switch must be set either
completely up or down in order for the fan to function
correctly. If the reverse switch is set in the middle
position, the fan will not operate (Fig. 2c).
Fig. 2a Fig. 2b
Fig. 2c
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Fan Pull
Chain
Light Pull
Chain
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
At least twice each year, lower the motor housing and tighten all screws on the fan. Clean the motor
housingwithonlyasoftbrushorlint-freeclothtoavoidscratchingthenish.Cleanthebladeswith
a lint-free cloth. You may occasionally apply a light coat of furniture polish to wood blades for added
protection.
Bulb Replacement: Use 60-watt max. E26-base LED, CFL or incandescent bulbs. Halogen bulbs are
not recommended for this item.
Important:Shut off the main power supply before you begin any maintenance task. Do not use water
or a damp cloth to clean the fan.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
The fan does not
move.
1. The reverse switch is not
engaged.
2. The wall switch is turned off.
3. The power is off or the fuse
(breaker) is blown.
4. There is a faulty wire
connection.
1. Firmly push the reverse switch
completely up or down.
2. Make sure the wall switch is turned on.
3. Turn the power on or check the fuse
(breaker).
4. Turn the power off and check all
connections at the ceiling outlet box.
The fan is noisy.
1. The blades are loose.
2. There is a cracked blade.
3. The wall control is not
compatible with the fan.
4. The outlet box is not secure.
5. The mounting bracket is not
secure.
1. Check and tighten all screws that
hold the fan blades to the blade
arms and the motor.
2. Replace the cracked blade.
3. Do not use a full range dimmer
switch to control the fan speed.
4. Ensure the outlet box is secured to
the building structure.
5. Ensure the mounting bracket is
secured to the outlet box and that
the screws are tight.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
There is excessive
wobbling.
1. The blades and/or blade are
loose.
2. The blades are unbalanced.
3. The fan mounting is not
secure.
1. Check and tighten all screws that
hold the fan blades to the blade
arms and the blade arms to the
motor.
2. Switch one blade with a blade from
the opposite side. Or balance the fan
using the blade balancing kit (O).
3. Turn off the power. Loosen the
canopy and verify that the mounting
bracket is secure to the electrical
outlet box. The bracket must be
ushwithoutmovementagainstthe
outlet box. Verify the outlet box is
secure.
The fan operates
correctly, but the
lights are not
working.
1. The bulbs are not installed
correctly.
2. The light kit wire plugs are not
connected properly.
3. There is a faulty wire
connection.
1. Re-install the bulb(s).
2. Ensure the single-pin connectors in
the light kit are connected properly.
3. Turn the power off and check all
connections at the ceiling outlet box.

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LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
The manufacturer warrants this fan to be free from defects in workmanship and materials
present at time of shipment from the factory for a lifetime from the date of purchase by the original
purchaser. The retailer also warrants that all other fan parts, excluding any glass or plastic 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. The manufacturer agrees
to correct such defects without charge or at its option replace the ceiling fan with a comparable or
superior model.
To obtain warranty service, present a copy of the receipt as proof of purchase. All costs of
removing and reinstalling the product are your responsibility. Any damage to any part such as by
accidentormisuseorimproperinstallationorbyafxinganyaccessories,isnot
covered by this warranty. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility whatsoever for fan
installation during the limited lifetime warranty. Any service performed by an unauthorized person
will render the warranty invalid.
Duetovaryingclimateconditions,thiswarrantydoesnotcoveranychangesinbrassnish,
includingrusting,pitting,corroding,tarnishingorpeeling.Brassnishesofthistypegivetheir
longest useful life when protected from varying weather conditions. Any glass provided with this
fan is not covered by the warranty.
Anyreplacementofdefectivepartsfromtheceilingfanmustbereportedwithintherstyearfrom
the date of purchase. For the balance of the warranty, call our customer service department for
return authorization and shipping instructions so that we may repair or replace the ceiling fan. Any
fan or parts returned improperly is the sole responsibility of the purchaser. There is no other
expressed warranty. The manufacturer disclaims any and all warranties. The duration of any
impliedwarrantywhichcannotbedisclaimedislimitedtothetimeperiodasspeciedinthe
expressed warranty. The manufacturer 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.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.
Note: A small amount of “wobble” is normal and should not be considered a defect.

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Printed in China
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
For replacement parts, call the customer service department at 1-800-643-0067, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., EST,
Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., EST, Friday.
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PART DESCRIPTION PART #
A Upper Mounting Bracket 807431-A
F Motor Housing 807431-F
G Blade Arm 807431-G
H Blade 807431-H
I Glass Globe 807431-I
HW Hardware Kit 807431-HW
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