Harbor Breeze BUILDER'S SERIES 40698 User manual

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EB14180
ITEM #0593748
BUILDER’S SERIES
CEILING FAN
MODEL #40698
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Package Contents .................................................................3
Hardware Contents ................................................................4
Safety Information .................................................................5
Preparation ......................................................................6
Initial Installation ..................................................................7
Standard or Angle Mounting Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Closemount Instructions ...........................................................11
Wiring .........................................................................12
Final Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operating Instructions .............................................................15
Care and Maintenance ............................................................16
Troubleshooting..................................................................16
Limited Lifetime Warranty ..........................................................18
Replacement Parts List ............................................................19

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A Downrod 1
B Downrod Pin (preassembled to the Downrod (A)) 1
C Downrod Clip (preassembled to the Downrod (A)) 1
D Canopy 1
E Mounting Bracket (preassembled to the Canopy (D)) 1
F Canopy Cover (preassembled to the Canopy (D)) 1
GMotor Assembly 1
H Switch Housing (preassembled to the Motor Assembly (G)) 1
IBlade Arm 5
J Blade 5
K Blade Balance Kit 1
L Motor Screw (preassembled to the Motor Assembly (G)) 10 + 1 extra
M Phillips-Head Closemount Screw (preassembled to the Motor Assembly (G)) 3
N Mounting Bracket Screw (preassembled to the Mounting Bracket (E)) 4
O Set Screw (preassembled to the Motor Assembly (G)) 2
A
E
G
F
I
J
M N OK L
H
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HARDWARE CONTENTS (shown actual size)
Wire Connector
Qty. 3
+ 1 extra
Pull Chain
Extension
Qty. 1
Blade Screw
Qty. 5
+ 1 extra
Blade Washer
Qty. 5
+ 1 extra
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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: 13.86 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outlet
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,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.
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: To 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 that they
are secured.
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 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): Step Ladder, Wire Strippers, Wire Cutters, Phillips
Screwdriver, Pliers, Safety Glasses and Electrical Tape
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.
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2. Determine the mounting method to use.
Helpful Hint: Standard mounting is best suited for
ceilings 8 ft. or higher. For taller ceilings you may want
to use a longer downrod (not included).
Closemount-style mounting is more suitable for
ceilings lower than 8 ft. high.
Flushmount installation is not available for this item.
Angle-style mounting is best suited for angled or
vaulted ceilings. A longer downrod is sometimes
necessary to ensure proper blade clearance.
Important:If using the angle mount, check to ensure
the ceiling angle is not steeper than 16°.
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Standard Mounting
Flushmount Closemount
Angle Mounting
3. Ensure the blades (J) will be at least 30 in. from any
obstructions. Also check the downrod (A) length to
ensure the blades (J) will be at least 7 ft. above the
oor.
A
7 ft.
Minimum
30 in.
Minimum
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INITIAL INSTALLATION
4. Loosen all four mounting bracket screws (N),
then completely remove the two mounting bracket
screws (N) from the round holes of canopy (D). Set
aside for later use.
Detach mounting bracket (E) from canopy (D).
5. Attach mounting bracket (E) to 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 mounting bracket (E) as
it will support the fan.
Important:If using the angle mount, ensure the open
end of the mounting bracket (E) is installed facing the
higher point of the ceiling.
6. Remove the ten preassembled motor screws (L) and
vepreassembledmotorblocksfromtheundersideof
the motor assembly (G). Discard the motor blocks but
save the motor screws (L) for later.
For Standard or Angle Mounting Instructions, continue
to page 9. For Closemount Instructions, proceed to
page 11.
G
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D
N
E
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Standard and
Closemount
Mounting
Angled
Mounting
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E
Motor
Block
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STANDARD OR ANGLE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove the downrod pin (B) and downrod clip (C) from
the downrod (A). Then partially loosen the set screws
(O) in the yoke at the top of the motor assembly (G).
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2. Insert the downrod (A) through the canopy (D). Thread
the wires from the motor assembly (G) through the
downrod (A).
3. Slide the downrod (A) into the yoke of the motor
assembly (G), align the holes, then re-install the
downrod clip (C) and downrod pin (B). Secure with set
screws (O).
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G
BC
O
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D
A
G
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STANDARD OR ANGLE MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
4. Depending on the length of downrod you use, you
may need to cut the lead wires back to simplify the
wiring. If you decide to cut back the lead wires, it is
suggested you do so in the following manner: Take
the lead wires and make sure you have pulled them
all the way through the top of the downrod. Measure
8 inches of lead wire, then cut the excess wire off with
wire cutters (not included).
5. If you decided to cut back the lead wire in Step 4, strip
1/2 in. of insulation from the end of the white wire.
Twist the stripped ends of each strand of wire within
the insulation with pliers (not included). Repeat this
step for black, blue and green wires.
Important:If you did not cut back the lead wires in
Step 4, Step 5 is not necessary and you may proceed
to Step 6.
6. Install the ball end of the downrod (A) into the opening
of mounting bracket (E). Align one of the four slots in the
ball with the tab in the mounting bracket (E).
Note:Downrod should not rotate if installed correctly.
DANGER: Failure to align the slot in the
downrod ball with the tab on the mounting bracket (E)
could cause the fan to fall, resulting in serious injury
or death.
Proceed to the Wiring on page 12.
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A
E
E
Tab
Slot