Hinkley 52 TROPIC AIR User manual

52" TROPIC AIR™
CEILING FAN OWNERS MANUAL
INDOOR / OUTDOOR FAN
WET
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This manual contains complete instructions for the
installation and operation of this fan. It has been
designed to make the installation process as easy as
possible. If you are unfamiliar or uncomfortable with
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WARNING:
Read and follow these instructions carefully and be mindful of all warnings shown throughout.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
02 GENERAL INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
03 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
03 TOOLS & MATERIALS REQUIRED
04 UNPACKING YOUR FAN
05 PREPARATION
05 INSTALLING THE HANGING BRACKET
06 HANGING THE FAN
08 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
09 FINISHING THE INSTALLATION
10 BLADE ATTACHMENT
11 INSTALLATION OF REMOVABLE SWITCH HOUSING
12 OPERATION
13 CARE AND CLEANING
13 TROUBLESHOOTING
14 ENERGY GUIDE
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SPECIFICATIONS
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GENERAL INSTALLATION & OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
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To ensure the success of the installation, be sure to read the instructions and review the diagrams thoroughly before beginning.
To avoid possible electric shock, be sure electricity is turned off at the main power box before wiring. All electrical connections
must be made in accordance with local codes, ordinances and/or the National Electric Code. If you are unfamiliar with the
methods of installing electrical wiring and products, secure the services of a qualified and licensed electrician as well as
someone who can check the strength of the supportive ceiling members and make the proper installation(s) and connections.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or other personal injury, mount fan only on an outlet box or supporting system
marked acceptable for fan support of 35 lbs (15.9 kg) or less and use mounting screws provided with 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.
Make sure that your installation site will not allow rotating fan blades to come in contact with any object. Blades should be at least
7 feet from floor.
Blades should be attached after motor housing is hung and in place. Fan motor housing should be kept in the carton until ready
to be installed to protect its finish. If you are installing more than one ceiling fan, make sure that you do not mix fan blade sets, as
each blade is part of a weighted set.
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 common conductor and the grounding conductor on one side of the outlet box, and the
"HOT" wires on the other side.
Electrical diagrams are for reference only. Light kits that are not packed with the fan must be UL listed and should be installed
per the light kit's installation instructions.
After fan is completely installed, check to make sure that all connections are secure to prevent fan from falling and/or causing
damage or injury.
The fan can be made to work immediately after installation - the bearings are adequately charged with grease so that, under
normal conditions, further lubrication should not be necessary for the life of the fan.
To operate the reverse function on this fan, press the reverse button while the fan is running.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
TOOLS & MATERIALS REQUIRED
WARNINGS:
• PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
• FLAT SCREWDRIVER
• WRENCH OR PLIERS
• WIRE CUTTER
• STEPLADDER
• WIRING SUPPLIES AS REQUIRED BY
ELECTRICAL CODE
NOTE:
The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense, caution and carefulness are factors which cannot be
built into this product. These factors must be supplied by the person(s) installing, caring for and operating the unit.
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• Disconnect power by removing fuse or turning off circuit breaker before installing the fan and/or optional lighting.
• Support directly from building structure.
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, mount to outlet box marked "acceptable for fan support" and use mounting
screws provided with 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.
• Do not use an incandescent light dimmer. Do not use this fan with any transformer type fan speed control device.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the blade arms when installing them, balancing the blades or cleaning the fan. Do not
insert any objects(s) between rotating fan blades.

UNPACKING YOUR FAN
UNPACK YOUR FAN AND CHECK THE CONTENTS.
NOTE: Design of parts shown above may look slightly different for
your specific model of fan.
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TROPIC AIR PACKAGE CONTENT
1 Blade Set of 5
2 Hanging Bracket
3 Ceiling Canopy and Trim Ring
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• Do not discard the carton. If warranty replacement or repair is ever necessary, the fan should be returned in original packing. Remove all
parts and hardware. Do not lay motor housing on its side, or the decorative housing may shift, be bent or damaged.
• Examine all parts. You should have the following:
Downrod/Ball Assembly
Yoke Cover
DetachableSwitch housing
Blade Arm Set of 5
Mounting plate
Fan Housing with Motor
*Remove rubber shipping
supports around motor, if
included on your fan.
Save screws
Hardware Bag
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Ball Moisture Cover
Pull Chain with Fob,
Bracket Mounting Hardware
(wood screws, screws, lock
washers, washers, wire nuts),
Blade to Blade Arm Screws and
Rubber Washers,
Balance Kit

PREPARATION
INSTALLING THE HANGING BRACKET
PREPARATION:
Parts identification on assembled fan.
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Ceiling Fan
Outlet Box
Hanger
Bracket
Outlet Box
Screw
Flat Washer
Spring Washer
Fig. 1
Verify you have all parts before beginning
the installation. Check foam insert closely for
missing parts. Remove motor from packing.
To avoid damage to finish, assemble motor
on soft padded surface or use the original
foam inset in motor box.
DO NOT LAY MOTOR HOUSING ON ITS SIDE
AS THIS COULD RESULT IN SHIFTING OF
MOTOR IN DECORATIVE ENCLOSURE.
CAUTION: To avoid possible electrical shock, be sure electricity is turned off
at the main power box before wiring. All wiring must be in accordance with
National and Local Electrical Codes and the ceiling fan must be grounded as
a precaution against possible electric shock.
Locate ceiling joist where fan is to be mounted, being sure location
agrees with the requirements in the minimum clearance section of this
guide. Wood joists must be sound and of adequate size to support 35
pounds (See page 2, items 3 and 4).
If not already present, mount a UL listed outlet box marked "suitable for
fan support" following the instructions provided with the outlet box. The
outlet box must be able to support a minimum of 35 pounds.
Attach hanging bracket to outlet box using screws provided with the
outlet box.
Blade
Downrod
Blade Arms
Yoke Cover
DetachableSwitch
Housing
Motor Housing
Canopy

HANGING THE FAN
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Remove ball from downrod by loosening set screw in the
side of the ball. Slide ball down and remove ball pin;
remove ball. (Fig. 1)
Carefully support fan body (motor) in its styrofoam packing
with the mounting collar (where the wires come out) facing
upward.
Loosen the two set screws and remove the hitch pin and
retaining clip from the coupling on top of the motor
assembly. (Fig. 2)
Carefully feed the electrical lead wires from the fan up
through the downrod. Insert downrod pin through holes in
mounting collar and downrod; slip cotter pin through small
hole in end of downrod pin to hold downrod in place.
Tighten security screws against downrod using a large flat
blade screwdriver to ensure a tight fit against downrod.
Tighten nuts against mounting collar.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Downrod
Cross pin
Hanger
ball Set screw
Downrod
Hook-up
(3) Wires
Mounting Collar
Downrod Pin
Security Screws
Cotter Pin
Top of
Fan Body

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Fig. 4
Registration slot
Fig. 3
Ground Wire
Top of
Fan Body
Hook-up (3) Wires
Yoke Cover
Downrod
Canopy
Hanger ball
Set screw
Cross Pin
Ball Moisture Cap
REMEMBER to turn off the power before you begin.
To properly install your ceiling fan, follow the steps below.
Slip the yoke cover, trim ring and canopy onto the downrod. (Fig. 3)
Slide the hanger ball onto the downrod, insert the cross pin through
the downrod and tighten. Tighten the set screw.
Feed wires through holes in rubber ball moisture cap and slide cap
down over top of ball. (Fig. 3)
Lift ball/downrod/fan into hanger bracket opening.
NOTE: The tab opposite hanger bracket opening should fit in slot
on ball. (Fig. 4)
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NOTE:
6 feet of lead wire is supplied on the fan for use with
longer downrods.
Trim Ring

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING:
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Fig. 1
To avoid possible electrical shock, be sure electricity is turned off
at the main fuse or breaker box before wiring.
Connect the fan supply (black) and light (blue) wires to the black
household supply wire as shown in Figure 1
Connect the neutral fan (white) wire to the white neutral household
wire (Figure 1).
After all splices are made, check to make sure there are no loose
strands. As an additional precaution we suggest to secure the plastic
wire connectors to the wires with electrical tape.
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Outlet Box
Black ("AC IN L")
White ("AC IN N")
White (Neutral)
Black (Motor)
Blue (Light)
Green or bare
copper (ground)
Ground (green)
(Connect to ground wire
on hanger bracket if no
house ground wire exists.)

FINISHING THE INSTALLATION
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Tuck connections neatly into ceiling outlet box.
Slide the canopy up to mounting bracket and place the
key hole on the canopy over the screw on the mounting
bracket, turn canopy until it locks in place at the narrow
section of the key holes.
Align the circular hole on canopy with the remaining
hole on the mounting bracket, secure by tightening the
two set screws.
NOTE: Adjust the canopy screws as necessary until the
canopy and trim ring are snug.
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.
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Canopy
Screws
Trim Ring
Ceiling Fan
Outlet Box
Hanger
Bracket Groove

BLADE ATTACHMENT
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Place rubber washer on screw. Insert this assembly through
the blade and start the screw into the blade arm. Repeat
this procedure without tightening the screw until all 3
screws have been started into the blade arm (Fig. 1).
Tighten each screw starting with center screw.
Fasten blade assembly to motor with provided screws and
lock lockwashers. Repeat procedure for remaining blades
(Fig. 2). Make sure screws are TIGHT! Loose motor screws
can contribute to unnecessary hum during operation.
Fig. 2
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Screw Rubber Washer
Blade Arm Blade
NOTE:
Cordless power screwdrivers are NOT recommended, as
they usually strip the heads of the screws and usually will not
fully compress the lock washers on the motor screws. Use a
large flat blade screwdriver for final tightening to fully
compress the washers. This will help ensure proper
alignment of the blades and noise-free, wobble-free running.
Screws
Blades
Assembly
WARNING: The fan motor assembly is shipped with rubber packing
mounts to prevent movement during transportation. Remove the
five rubber packing mounts from the fan motor assembly and
discard prior to attaching the blade arms.

INSTALLATION OF REMOVABLE SWITCH HOUSING
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Mounting plate
Mounting Hub
(bottom of motor)
Screws
Mounting plate
Wire connectors
DetachableSwitch
housing
Remove the 1 of 3 screws from the mounting plate and loosen
the other 2 screws. (Do not remove)
Raise and hold the DetachableSwitch housing close to the
mounting plate and push the square wire connectors together.
(Fig. 2)
Place the key holes on the DetachableSwitch housing over the
2 screws previously loosened from the mounting plate, turn light
kit 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. 2)
Remove the 1 of 3 screws from the mounting hub and keep it
for future use. Loosen the other 2 screws. (Do not remove)
Place the key holes on the mounting plate over the 2 screws
previously loosened from the mounting hub , turn mounting
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. (Figure 1)

OPERATION
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Turn on the power and check operation of the fan. The fan is controlled by the use of the pull chain as follows:
1. one pull = high speed
2. two pulls = medium high speed
3. three pulls = medium speed
4. four pulls = low speed
5. five pulls = off
For proper functions, ensure that the chain is pulled down fully and released each time.
NOTE: Leave pull chain switch in "high speed" position when using optional wall control.
The slide switch on the side of the switch housing controls forward or reverse rotation. Make sure switch is not stuck between
forward and reverse positions.
IMPORTANT: To prevent damage or cause injury, be sure that fan is switched to off and blades have stopped moving completely
before attempting to change direction of rotation.
Summer Mode and Winter Mode Operation
Summer Mode (forward):
A DOWNWARD airflow creates a cooling effect as shown in Figure 1. This allows you to set your air conditioner on a warmer setting
without affecting your comfort.
Winter Mode (Reverse):
An UPWARD airflow moves warmer air off the ceiling area as shown in Figure 2. This allows you to set your heating unit on a cooler
setting without affecting your comfort.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
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SUMMER MODE
(COUNTERCLOCKWISE DIRECTION)
WINTER MODE
(CLOCKWISE DIRECTION)

CARE AND CLEANING
TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUTION:
Switch off power supply before carrying out any of these checks.
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Periodically it may be necessary to re-tighten blade to blade arm screws or blade arm to motor screws to prevent clicking or humming sound
during operation. This is especially true in climates with broad temperature and humidity ranges.
When dusting the blades, you must support the blade to prevent bending - no pressure should be applied to the blades. If you experience any
flaws in the operation of your fan, please check the following points.
FAN WILL
NOT START
FAN SOUNDS
NOISY
FAN WOBBLES
1. Check main and branch circuit breakers and/or fuses.
2. Check line wire connections to fan housing wiring. Make sure forward/reverse switch is set to one or the other
position, not stuck in between.
1. Check and make sure that all screws in motor housing are snug (but not over tight).
2. Check that the screws securing blade arms to the motor are tight.
3. Check that wire connectors in switch housing are not rattling against each other or the interior wall of the switch
housing.
4. Check that all glassware is finger tight and that bulb(s) are well held in the sockets, if a light kit is used.
5. Check that the canopy is firmly attached to hanging bracket and not vibrating against ceiling.
1. Check that all blades are firmly screwed into blade arms. Check that all blade arms are firmly secure to the motor.
2. Check to make sure that light kit (if present) is firmly attached to switch housing and that all glassware and shades
are fastened properly. Wobble can also result from even the smallest deviations in distance from blade tip to blade
tip.
3. If measurements from blade tip to blade tip are not equal, loosen screws connecting blade to blade arm one at a
time and adjust blade(s) so that distances are equal.
4. Interchanging adjacent blades may redistribute mass and result in smoother operation. Blade arms can be bent
slightly to restore same pitch to all blades if a blade is different than the other blades when viewed edge on.
5. Most wobble can be traced to a loose electrical box or mounting bracket. Make sure these are tight and the ball is
completely seated in the bracket.
6. Use the enclosed Blade Balancing Kit if the blade wobble is still noticeable.
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.
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ENERGY GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS
AVERAGE PERFORMANCE AND ENERGY INFORMATION
SMART BY BOND
ftc.gov/energy
• The higher the airflow, the
more air the fan will move
• Airflow Efficiency: 232 Cubic
Feet Per Minute Per Watt
Airflow
4,523
Cubic Feet Per Minute
• Based on 12 cents per kWh and 6.4 hours use per day
• Your cost depends on rates
• Energy Use: 19.5 Watts
and use
$
3
$
34
Cost Range of Similar Models (19” – 84”)
$5
Estimated
Yearly Energy Cost
All estimates based on typical use, excluding lights
Airflow Shown Is a Weighted Average of High and Low Cubic Feet per Minute Based on Downrod
2459
6345
29.9 4.6
212 535
PERFORMANCE
SPECIFICATIONS
STANDARD
HIGH SPEED LOW SPEED
Airflow (CFM)
Energy Use (Watts)
Airflow Efficiency (CFM/W)
Energy Costs (Yearly)
Amps 0.39 0.09
RPMs 141 52
8
$
1
$
HINKLEY SMART FAN OPTIONS:
https://bondhome.io/app
In addition to the included wall control, you can control your Hinkley fan
through the Bond app.
• To use the app, download it for free from the App Store or Google Play.
• Open the app to create your account. You can also login with your
Facebook or Google account.
• Next, set up a WiFi connection. You will need the SSID and WiFi
password for the network you want to connect to.
• You will receive a prompt to choose the finish of your fan and name
your fan device.
• The app will walk you through the main screen and show you how to
change fan speeds, dim the light, set timers or utilize breeze mode.
NOTE: Maximum of 2 fans can operate on a circuit through the wall
control. Maximum of 12 fans can operate on a circuit through an on/off
switch or breaker when utilizing the app for the fan control (without the
wall control in the circuit).

HINKLEY IS PROUD TO PROVIDE YOU WITH CEILING FAN
PRODUCTS THAT ENHANCE YOUR SPACE WITH COMFORT,
PURPOSE AND STYLE. AS A FAMILY COMPANY, WE ARE
COMMITTED TO DESIGN, PERFORMANCE AND QUALITY,
AND WHAT’S IMPORTANT TO YOU IS PARAMOUNT TO US.
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INSTALLATION OF SAFETY
CABLE SUPPORT
Attach the wood screw and the flat washer to the ceiling joist as
shown (do not fully tighten). Slide the cable clamp onto the
safety cable from the fan. Loop the safety cable around the
wood screw that was just attached to ceiling joist. Feed the end
of the cable into the clamp and pull as much cable through as
possible. Firmly tighten screw in the clamp. Cut o excess
cable.
safety cable clamp

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