Hunter 90438 User manual

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©2013 Hunter Fan Co.
Owner’s Manual
English
Models
90438
90439

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ............................................................. 3
Safety and Warnings................................................ 3
Grounding............................................................... 5
Fused Plug............................................................... 6
Unpacking............................................................... 7
Base Assembly......................................................... 7
Motor Assembly....................................................... 8
Grill Assembly ......................................................... 9
Operation.............................................................. 11
Off / Speed Selection 11
Oscillation 11
Adjustment 11
Maintenance.......................................................... 12
Technical Support................................................... 13
Warranty............................................................... 13
Products ................................................................ 15

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INTRODUCTION
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, DO NOT use
this fan with any solid-state speed control device.
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions
should always be taken to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and personal injury:
Read all instructions before using this fan.
1. Improper installation may result in the risk of fire,
electric shock or personal injury.
2. To prevent the risk of fire and electric shock, DO
NOT use the unit near windows. Rain and moisture
may create an electrical hazard.
3. The power plug must be removed from the power
socket when not in use, before cleaning, servicing,
maintenance and before moving to another location.
4. DO NOT put fan in a damp place or where humidity
is high, such as a bathroom.
5. The fan should be placed on a flat, stable surface to
avoid overturning.
6. Use fan only for intended use, as described in this
instruction manual.
7. To protect against electrical shock, DO NOT immerse
any part of the unit in water or spray with liquids.
Thank you for choosing the Hunter Oscillating Stand
Fan. This manual gives you complete instructions for
assembling and using your fan. Here are some the
features you will enjoy with your fan:
3An attractive design that enhances any decor
3A powerful motor for maximum air flow
3Three speeds to adjust your comfort level
3All metal construction
3Parts of this fan, including the blades and the grill,
have been treated with Hunter’s Dust Armor Protection,
making them less likely to attract dust and dirt.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS

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8. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance
is used near children.
9. NEVER insert fingers, pencils or any other objects
through the grill when the fan is running.
10. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged
cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions or has
been dropped or damaged in any manner.
11. To disconnect, grip plug and pull from wall outlet.
NEVER yank on cord.
12. ALWAYS use on a dry surface.
13. This product is intended for household use only and
not for commercial or industrial use.
14. DO NOT operate fan in the presence of explosive
and/or flammable fumes.
15. DO NOT place fan or any parts near an open flame,
cooking or any other heating appliances.
16. DO NOT use near curtains, plants, window
treatments, etc.
17. This appliance has a grounded three-prong plug
and is suitable for grounded receptacle use only.
An adapter is available for connecting three-blade
grounding-type plugs to two-slot receptacles. The
adapter must be properly grounded. DO NOT
attempt to defeat the purpose of this safely feature.
18. The rubber feet on this product may interact with
wood and cause damage to furniture. Do not place
on fine wood furniture.

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Figure 1
This appliance is for household use only and may be
plugged into any 120-volt AC electrical outlet (ordinary
household current). DO NOT use any other type of outlet.
This unit is suitable for grounded receptacle use only.
The power cord has a grounded plug as shown in
Figure 1, and must be used with an electrical outlet that
can accommodate the grounding pin. If your electrical
outlet can not accommodate the grounding pin, then you
must purchase and install one of the two types of adapters
shown in Figure 2.
NOTE: The adapters ARE NOT supplied with this fan.
Read, follow, and save the instructions that are included
with the adapter you choose. Do not use an adapter if
your electrical outlet can accommodate the grounding pin.
LINE CORD SAFETY TIPS
1. NEVER pull or yank on the cord or the appliance.
2. To insert plug, grasp it rmly and guide it into the outlet.
3. To disconnect the appliance, grasp the plug and
remove it from the outlet.
4. Before each use, inspect the line cord for cuts and/
or abrasion marks. If any are found, the appliance
should be serviced and the line cord replaced. Please
return it to our Service Department or to an authorized
service representative.
5. NEVER wrap the cord tightly around the
appliance, as this could place undue stress on the
cord where it enters the appliance and could cause
it to fray and break.
6. DO NOT operate appliance if the line cord shows any
damage, if the appliance works intermittently or stops
working entirely.
Grounded
Plug
Grounding Pin
Grounded Outlet
Box Cover
WARNING
Figure 2
Grounded Outlet
Box Cover
Metal
Screw
Adapter
Grounding
Means
GROUNDING

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Figure 3
This plug is a safety feature. It contains a safety device
(fuse) that should not be removed. Discard product if the
attachment plug is damaged. To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury, DO NOT remove,
replace, repair or tamper with the originally supplied
plug. If the Fan does not function properly, it may be due
to the safety device incorporated in this plug.
If the fuse fails, it is generally due to a short circuit or
circuit overload. Replace the fuse as per the instructions
below. If the replacement fuse fails, immediately
unplug the unit and contact our technical support
department for assistance.
Fuse Replacement:
1. To replace the fuse, first turn the unit it off and unplug
it from the wall. Locate the door on top of the plug.
Figure 3.
2. Slide the door on top of the plug towards the blades.
Figure 4.
3. Carefully remove the fuse from the clips holding it on
the top and bottom. Figure 5.
Warning! Electrical Hazard! Only replace with a
fuse type and rating matching what was removed from
the product.
4. Gently push the fuse back into the pins that will hold
it in place.
Note: If the fuse is not seated properly, the unit will not
function.
5. Slide the Door back over the fuse box in the plug.
6. Plug the fan back in and resume use.
FUSED PLUG
Figure 4
Figure 5

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BASE ASSEMBLY
Figure 7
Figure 6
Figure 8
1. Remove and height adjustment knob from telescoping
pole by turning it counter clockwise. Also remove the
cord clamp. Slide the base trim ring onto the pole.
Reinstall the height adjustment knob and cord clamp.
Figure 6.
2. Remove the L-shaped screw from the telescoping
pole by turning it counter clockwise. Figure 7.
3. Insert the telescoping pole into the top of the base.
Install the L-shaped screw into the threaded hole in
the bottom of the pole to secure the pole to the base.
Figure 7.
4. Tip the base back upright.
5. Grasp the telescoping pole firmly and twist the
adjustment knob counter clockwise to loosen. Figure 9.
6. Raise the inner pole to maximum height and tighten
the adjustment knob by twisting clockwise until
secure. Figure 9.
Figure 9
UNPACKING
As you unpack the fan, save the carton and packing
materials in case you want to move or ship the unit in the
future. Carefully remove all items from the box.
NOTE: It is best to have someone hold the box while
you lift the fan and the protective packaging out of the
carton. Make sure all shipping materials are removed
from fan before operating.
Base
L-shaped
Screw
Telescoping
Pole
Telescoping
Pole
Base Trim
Ring
Height
Adjustment
Knob
Adjustment
Knob
Inner Pole
Screw

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ATTACHING ASSEMBLY TO POLE
Figure 10
Clip Button
1. Press the clip buttons in completely while sliding the
pole from the motor housing assembly into the inner
pole until the clip buttons appear through the hole in
the inner pole. Figure 10.

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Figure 12
Figure 11
Figure 13
Figure 14 Figure 15
GRILL ASSEMBLY
Grill Lines
Grill
Mounting
Screw
Top Tabs
14a
Motor
Notch
Fan Blade
Note: The trim ring may be attached to the front and rear
grills for shipping purposes. If so, remove the trim ring by
loosening the trim ring screw.
1. Remove the four grill mounting screws from the
motor housing. Figure 11.
2. Make sure that the grill is positioned so that three
of the grill lines are completely between the top
tabs. Then place the Back Grill against the Motor
Housing, Figure 12., and line up the four tabs on
the back of the grill to the four screw holes on the
front of the motor.
3. To attach the Back Grill to the Motor Housing
partially install the four grill mounting screws.
Tighten all four screws. Figure 13.
Note: One of the grill mounting screws will have a star
washer on it, for grounding purposes. The other 3 screws
will not have a washer.
4. Loosen the screw on the back of the Blade assembly.
Figure 14a. Slide the Blade assembly onto the
motor shaft. Figure 14.
5. Tighten the Screw on the Blade assembly to secure it
to the Motor. Make sure that the end of the screw is
positioned within the notch on the shaft. Figure 15.
Caution: Ensure when tightening the screw on the back
of the fan blade, you tighten it on the flat part of the
motor shaft.
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Figure 17
Figure 16
Figure 18
GRILL ASSEMBLY (CONT.)
Front Grill
Hunter Logo
Grill
Ring
Screw
Screw
Back Grill
Figure 19
Cord Clip
Cord
Notch
6. Remove the grill ring from the front grill by loosening
the screw holding it.
7. Place the front grill against the back grill so that the
Hunter logo faces right side up and push together until
the tabs on the grills hold them together. Figure 16.
8. Expand the grill ring by loosening the screw that
secures it. Figure 17.
9. Slide the grill ring over both front and back grills
turning the ring so that the screw that secures it, is
on the bottom. Figure 17.
10. Tighten the screw to secure the grill ring over both
the front and back grill. Figure 18.
11. Straighten the cord from the motor housing along
the telescoping pole and snap the cord clip over the
cord onto the pole so that the cord rests in the notch
on the clip. Figure 19.

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Figure 20
High
Medium
Low
Off
Figure 21
OPERATION
To turn the fan on and off or to control the speed, turn the
speed knob on the top of the motor housing to the proper
setting. Figure 20.
Off / Speed Selection
Oscillation
To allow the fan to oscillate, push the knob beside the fan
speed control down. Pull up on the knob if oscillation is
not desired. Figure 21.
Oscillation
Knob

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MAINTENANCE
This fan is permanently lubricated and will not require
additional lubrication (oil) for the life of the fan.
This fan requires little maintenance and contains
no user serviceable parts. DO NOT try to fix
it yourself. Contact qualified service personnel
if servicing is needed.
Before cleaning, turn fan off and unplug from electrical
outlet. Wipe off excess dust with a lintfree cloth. To ensure
adequate air circulation to the motor, keep vents located
at the rear of the motor free from dust accumulation. A
vacuum cleaner hose can be used to clean these vents.
DO NOT immerse the fan in water or any other liquid.
CLEANING THE GRILL AND BLADE:
1. Turn the fan off and unplug from the electrical outlet.
2. Disassemble the grills by loosening the screw holding
the grill ring and remove it from the grills.
3. Two tabs hold the front grill and back grill together.
Pull the front grill from the back.
4. The blade may be removed by loosening the screw
holding it in place. Grills and blades may be cleaned
with mild soap and water only after they have been
removed from the motor housing.
5. Use a dry or slightly damp lint free cloth to clean
the fan. Do not use a furniture polish or any other
cleaners that leave any residue, as they will damage
the protective Dust Armor.
3Use a soft, slightly damp cloth to wipe the remaining
fan parts.
3DO NOT allow water or any other liquid to get into
the motor housing or base.
3Reassemble the fan after blades and grills have
dried completely.
3DO NOT plug the fan into an electrical outlet until it
has been fully reassembled.

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If you have any additional questions or problems with
your Hunter Portable Fan, please call:
USA: 1-888-830-1326
Canada: 1-866-268-1936
Hours of operation are from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
Monday - Friday and 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday,
Central Time. You may also contact us on the Internet at
www.HunterFan.com.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Problem
3Fan will not oscillate.
Solution
3Push down on the knob on top of motor housing to
activate oscillation.
Warranty
WARRANTY
The Hunter Fan Company makes the following limited
warranty to the user or consumer purchaser of this Hunter
Portable Fan:
If your Hunter Portable Fan motor fails at any time
within one year after the date of sale due to a defect in
material or workmanship, labor to repair the defect will
be provided free of charge at our nearest service center
or our Service Department in Memphis, Tennessee. You
will be responsible for labor costs after this one-year
period. The foregoing limited warranty applies only to
the motor itself, and does not apply to electronic controls
such as remote controls, remote control receivers or
transmitters used in conjunction with the motor. These
electronic control items are included in the one year
limited warranty below.
If any part of your Hunter Portable Fan other than the
motor fails at any time within one year after the date of

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Warranty
sale due to a defect in material or workmanship, we
will repair or, at our option, replace the defective part
free of charge for parts and labor performed at our
nearest service center or at our Service Department in
Memphis, Tennessee.
IF THE USER OR CONSUMER PURCHASER CEASES TO
OWN THE FAN, THIS WARRANTY AND ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY WHICH THEN REMAINS IN EFFECT,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE VOIDED. NO WARRANTY,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, IS MADE IN RESPECT TO THE GLASS GLOBES
OR LIGHT BULBS OR THE FINISH ON ANY METAL
PORTION OF THE FAN. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU
OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. THE DURATION
OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, IN RESPECT TO ANY HUNTER FAN MOTOR
OR OTHER FAN PART, IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO THE
PERIOD OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH
ABOVE FOR SUCH MOTORS AND OTHER PARTS.
This warranty is voided if your Hunter Fan is not
purchased and used in the USA.
This warranty excludes and does not cover defects,
malfunctions or failures of any Hunter Portable fan
which were caused by repairs by persons not authorized
by us, use of parts or accessories not authorized by
us, mishandling, improper installation, modifications,
or damage to the Hunter Portable fan while in your
possession, or unreasonable use, including failure to
provide reasonable and necessary maintenance.
To obtain servicing, contact the nearest Hunter
authorized service center or the Hunter Fan Company
Service Department, 7130 Goodlett Farms Pkwy. Suite
400, Memphis, Tennessee 38016. Please contact us
before shipping your fan to us. If we authorize you to
ship it to us, you will be responsible for all insurance
and freight or other transportation charges to our factory
service center. We will return your Hunter Fan freight
prepaid. Your portable fan should be properly packed to
avoid damage in transit since we will not be responsible

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Fan Company
7130 Goodlett Farms Pkwy., Suite 400
Memphis, Tennessee 38016
Warranty
for any such damage. Proof of purchase is required
when requesting warranty service. The purchaser must
present sales receipt or other document that establishes
proof of purchase.
IN NO EVENT SHALL HUNTER FAN COMPANY BE LIABLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON
HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR
THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THE WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS
AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
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