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
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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
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: 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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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
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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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CLOSEMOUNT INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove the canopy cover (F) from the bottom of the
canopy (D).
Note: The downrod (A) and canopy cover (F) are not
used in this type of installation.
2. Remove three Phillips-head closemount screws (M)
from the top of the motor assembly (G). Align the
canopy (D) with the holes in the top of the motor
assembly (G), then re-install the Phillips-head
closemount screws (M) to secure the canopy (D) to
the top of the motor assembly (G).
3. Raise the fan and place the canopy (D) on the hook
on the mounting bracket (E).
Note: The hook holds the fan temporarily, leaving
hands free for the wiring process.
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F
D
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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downrod(A)and
mounting bracket (E) to the Bare/Green (ground)
supply wire. Note: Closemount installation will not
use the Green wire from the downrod (A).
•ConnecttheWhitewirefromthefantotheWhite
(neutral) supply wire.
•ConnecttheBlackandBluewiresfromthefantothe
Black (hot) supply wire.
•Secureallwiringconnectionstogetherwithwire
connectors (AA).
Note: The Black fan wire is hot power for the fan. The
White fan wire is neutral for the fan and light kit (sold
separately). The Blue fan wire is hot power for light.
The Green fan 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
AA Wire Connector x 3
Black (Hot)
White (Neutral)
Bare/Green (Ground)
Black Blue White Green
2. Wrap electrical tape (not included) around each
individual wire connector (AA) down to the wire.
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3. Turn the spliced/taped wires upward and gently push
the wires and wire connectors (AA) 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.
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FINAL INSTALLATION
1. Align the canopy (D) over the loose mounting bracket
screws (N) preassembled on mounting bracket
(E). Place the keyholes of the canopy (D) onto the
mounting bracket screws (N) and rotate the canopy
(D) clockwise.
2. Secure the canopy (D) with the mounting bracket
screws (N) previously removed (Step 4, page 8).
Tighten all mounting bracket screws (N) securely.
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2
D
N
N
E
D
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FINAL INSTALLATION
3. Align the studs of the blade arm (I) with their
corresponding holes in the blade (J). Then, insert the
blade screw (CC) with blade washer (DD) where shown
to attach studs of blade arm (I) to blade (J). Tighten the
blade screw (CC).
Repeat for each blade (J).
Hardware Used
CC Blade Screw x 5
Blade Washer x 5
4. Install the blade arm (I) to the underside of the motor
assembly (G) with motor screws (L) previously removed
(Step 6, page 8). Tighten with Phillips screwdriver (not
included).
Repeat for each blade arm (I).
5. Attach the pull chain extension (BB) or custom pull
chain extension (not included) to the fan pull chain on
switch housing (H).
Hardware Used
BB Pull Chain
Extension x 1
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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.
2. Use the fan reverse switch, located on the switch
housing (H) to optimize your fan for seasonal
performance.
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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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
At least twice each year, lower the canopy to check the downrod assembly, and then 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.
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. Turn the power on at wall switch.
3. No electricity or fuse or breaker is
blown.
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 break-in period has not
surpassed.
5. The outlet box is not secure.
6. 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. Run the fan continuously for 24 - 48
hours on medium or high speed for
a break-in period.
5. Ensure the outlet box is secured to
the building structure.
6. Ensure the mounting bracket is
secured to the outlet box and that
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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.
4. The fan is too close to the
vaulted ceiling.
5. The set screw on the motor
housing yoke is loose.
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 balance kit (K).
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.
4. Use a longer downrod (sold
separately) or move the fan to
another location.
5. Tighten the set screw to the yoke
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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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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.
PART DESCRIPTION PART #
A Downrod 0593748-A
D Canopy 0593748-D
E Mounting Bracket 0593748-E
F Canopy Cover 0593748-F
IBlade Arm 0593748-I
J Blade 0593748-J
HW Hardware Kit 0593748-HW
9088•060514
EA D F
HWJI