Hunter Captiva 21318 Instruction manual

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Owner’s Guide and Installation Manual

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© 2011 Hunter Fan Company
Welcome
Your new Hunter® ceiling fan is an addition to your home or oce that
will provide comfort and performance for many years. is installation
and operation manual gives you complete instructions for installing
and operating your fan.
We are proud of our work. We appreciate the opportunity to supply
you with the best ceiling fan available anywhere in the world.
Before installing your fan, for your records and warranty assistance,
record information from the carton and Hunter nameplate label
(located on the top of the fan motor housing).
Cautions and Warnings
•READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE BEGINNING
INSTALLATION. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
• Use only Hunter replacement parts.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury, attach the fan directly to the
support structure of the building according to these instructions,
and use only the hardware supplied.
• To avoid possible electrical shock, before installing your fan,
disconnect the power by turning o the circuit breakers to the
outlet box and associated wall switch location. If you cannot lock
the circuit breakers in the o position, securely fasten a prominent
warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel.
• All wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical
codes and ANSI/NFPA 70. If you are unfamiliar with wiring, use a
qualied electrician.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the blade
attachment system when installing, balancing, or cleaning the fan.
Never insert foreign objects between rotating fan blades.
• To reduce the risk of re, electrical shock, or motor damage, do not
use a solid-state speed control with this fan. Use only Hunter speed
controls.
• is product conforms to UL STD 507 and is certied
to STD C22.2 No.113
• Wash your hands after your fan installation is complete.
Table Of Contents
Preparing the Fan Site .................3
1 • Getting Ready......................6
2 • Installing the Ceiling Plate . . . . . . . . . . 7
3 • Assembling and Hanging the Fan ...8
4 • Wiring the Fan .....................9
5 • Installing the Canopy...............10
6 • Assembling the Blades .............11
7 • Completing Your Installation .......12
8 • Operating and Cleaning Your Ceiling
Fan ...............................13
9 • Troubleshooting ...................15

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7’ Minimum
Blades to
Floor
8’ Minimum
Ceiling
Height
30” From
Wall or
Nearest
Obstruction
Step 1 - Choose the Fan Site
Proper ceiling fan location and attachment to the building
structure are essential for safety, reliable operation, maximum
eciency, and energy savings.
Choose a fan site where:
• No object can come in contact with the rotating fan blades during
normal operation.
• e fan blades are at least 7 feet above the oor and the ceiling is
at least 8 feet high.
• e fan blades have no obstructions to airow, such as walls or
posts, within 30 inches of the fan blade tips.
• e fan is directly below a joist or support brace that will hold the
outlet box and the full weight of the fan.
Checklist for Existing Fan Site
If you want to use an existing fan site, complete the following checklist to
determine if the site is acceptable and safe for your new Hunter fan. If you
cannot check o every item, prepare a new fan site as described on this
page.
Fan Support System
• Fan attaches directly to building structure.
• Fan support system will hold full weight of the fan and light kit.
Ceiling Hole
• e outlet box clearance hole is directly below the joist or support brace.
Outlet Box
• e outlet box is an UL-approved octagonal 4” x 1-1/2” outlet box (or as
specied by the support brace manufacturer).
• e outlet box is secured to the joist or support brace by wood screws
and washers through the inner holes of outlet box.
• e outer holes of the outlet box are aligned with joist or support brace.
• e bottom of the outlet box is recessed a minimum of 1/16” into
ceiling.
Wiring
• e electrical cable is secured to outlet box by an approved connector.
• Six inches of lead wires extend from outlet box.
If your existing fan site is suitable, skip ahead to Section 2 • Installing the
Ceiling Plate.
Suitable Existing Fan Site
Fan Support
System
Fan Support
System Wiring
Outlet Box
Preparing the Fan Site

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Preparing the Fan Site (continued)
CAUTION: All wiring must be in
accordance with national and local
electrical codes and ANSI/NFPA 70. If
you are unfamiliar with wiring, use a
qualied electrician.
Steps 2 – 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 2 - Cut the Ceiling Hole
2-1. Locate the site for the ceiling hole directly below the joist or support brace that
will hold the outlet box and fan.
2-2. Cut a 4” diameter hole through the drywall or plaster of the ceiling. You will use
the hole to install the support brace and outlet box.
Step 3 - Install a Support Brace, If Necessary
Determine if there is a ceiling joist directly above the ceiling hole. If the joist is there,
determine if it is positioned to allow you to recess the outlet box a minimum of
1/16” into the ceiling. If NOT, install a support brace as follows:
3-1. Attach a 2” x 4” support brace between two joists. Position it to allow you to
recess the bottom of the outlet box a minimum of 1/16” into the ceiling.
3-2. Check the support brace to ensure it will support the full weight of the fan and
light kit.
Step 4 - Install the Outlet Box
4-1. Obtain a UL-approved octagonal 4” x 1-1/2” outlet box, plus two #8 x 1-1/2”
wood screws and washers, available from any hardware store or electrical supply
house.
4-2. Orient the outlet box so that both the inner and outer holes in the box align
with the joist or support brace.
4-3. Drill pilot holes no larger than the minor diameter of the wood screws (5/64”)
through the inner holes of the outlet box.
4-4. Attach the outlet box directly to the support brace or joist with two #8 x 1-1/2”
wood screws and washers. e bottom of the outlet box must be recessed a
minimum of 1/16” into the ceiling.
Step 5 - Prepare the Wiring
5-1. Make sure the circuit breakers to the fan supply line leads and associated wall
switch location are turned o . If you cannot lock the circuit breakers in the
o position, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the
service panel.
5-2. read the fan supply line through the outlet box so that the fan supply line
extends at least 6” beyond the box.
5-3. Attach the fan supply line to the outlet box with an approved connector,
available at any hardware store or electrical supply house.
5-4. Make certain the wiring meets all national and local standards and ANSI/NFPA
70.
You have now successfully prepared your ceiling fan site. For instructions to install
your ceiling fan, go to your fan manual and continue with Section 2 • Installing the
Ceiling Plate.

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Installer’s Choice and Optional Accessories
Understanding Mounting and Installer’s Choice®
Hunter’s patented 2-position mounting system provides you maximum
installation exibility and ease. You can install your Hunter fan in one
of two ways, depending on ceiling height and your preference: Standard
or Angled mounting. e steps in this manual include instructions for
both Installer’s Choice mounting methods.
Considering Optional Accessories
Consider using Hunter’s optional accessories, including a wall-mounted
or remote speed control. To install and use the accessories, follow
the instructions included with each product. For quiet and optimum
performance of your Hunter fan, use only Hunter speed controls.
For ceilings higher than 8 feet, you can purchase
Hunter extension downrods. All Hunter fans use
sturdy 3/4” diameter pipe to assure stability and
wobble-free performance.
Standard Mounting hangs from the
ceiling by a downrod (included).
Angled Mounting recommended for a
vaulted or angled ceiling
Support Brace
Standard
Mounting
Style
Ceiling
Outlet Box
Support Brace
Ceiling
Outlet Box
Angled
Mounting
Style
8
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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal
injury, attach the fan directly to the support
structure of the building according to these
instructions, and use only the hardware
supplied.

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To install a ceiling fan, be sure you can do the following:
• Locate the ceiling joist or other suitable support in ceiling.
• Drill holes for and install wood screws.
• Identify and connect electrical wires.
• Lift 40 pounds.
If you need help installing the fan, your Hunter fan dealer can direct
you to a licensed installer or electrician.
Gathering the Tools
You will need the following tools for installing the fan:
• Electric drill with 9/64” bit
• Standard screwdriver (magnetic tip recommended)
• Phillips-head screwdriver (magnetic tip recommended)
• Wrench or pliers
• Ladder (height dependent upon installation site)
Checking Your Fan Parts
Carefully unpack your fan to avoid damage to the fan parts. Refer to
the included Parts Guide. Check for any shipping damage to the motor
or fan blades. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact your Hunter
dealer or call Hunter Technical Support Department at 888-830-1326.
Installing Multiple Fans?
If you are installing more than
one fan, keep the fan blades and
blade irons (if applicable) in sets,
as they were shipped.
1 • Getting Ready

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CAUTION: To avoid possible electrical shock, before installing your fan,
disconnect the power by turning o the circuit breakers to the outlet box
and associated wall switch location. If you cannot lock the circuit breakers
in the o position, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a
tag, to the service panel.
2-1. Drill two pilot holes into the wood support structure through the
outermost holes in the outlet box. e pilot holes should be 9/64”
in diameter.
2-2. Align the slotted holes in the ceiling plate with the pilot holes you
drilled in the wood support structure. For proper alignment use
slotted holes directly across from each other.
2-3. Place the ceiling gasket over the ceiling plate so that the slots and
the raised surfaces on the ceiling gasket align with the slots and
holes on the ceiling plate.
2-4. Use a 3” wood screw to pierce two holes in the ceiling gasket that
match the pilot holes you drilled in step 2-1.
2-5. read the lead wires from the outlet box down through the hole
in the middle of the ceiling gasket and ceiling plate. Note: e
ceiling gasket should be ush against the ceiling.
2-6. Place a at washer on each of the two 3” wood screws and pass the
screws through the slotted holes in the ceiling plate into thepilot
holes you drilled.
Tighten the screws into the 9/64” pilot holes; do not use lubricants
on the screws. Do not over tighten.
Flat Washer
3” Wood Screw
Steps 2-3 – 2-5
For Angled Ceilings: Be sure to
orient the ceiling plate so that the
arrows printed on the ceiling plate are
pointing toward the ceiling peak.
Steps 2-2
2 • Installing the Ceiling Plate

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WARNING: Fan may fall if not assembled as directed in these
installation instructions.
3-1. Unbundle the wires from the fan.
For Standard or Angled mounting:
3-2. To assemble fan to hang down from a at or angled ceiling, insert
the downrod through the canopy. Feed the wires from the fan
through the downrod.
3-3. Loosen the square head setscrew on the adapter to install the
downrod. Note: When the downrod is fully installed, 2-3 threads
on the pipe will still be visible; this is normal. Securely retighten
the setscrew with a wrench or pliers.
CAUTION: e adapter has a special coating on the threads. Do
not remove this coating; the coating prevents the downrod from
unscrewing. Once assembled, do not remove the downrod.
3-4. Raise the fan and place the hook on the ceiling plate through the
round hole in the rim.
Steps 3-1 – 3-3
Downrod
Canopy
Step 3-4
Round
Hole
Setscrew
3 • Assembling and Hanging the Fan

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Dual Switch Wiring
Wire
Connector All wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical
codes and ANSI/NFPA 70. If you are unfamiliar with wiring, use a
qualified electrician.
Wall switches are not included. Select an acceptable general-use switch
in accordance with national and local electrical codes.
4-1. Before attempting installation, make sure the power is still o.
4-2. To connect the wires, hold the bare metal leads together and place
a wire connector over them, then twist clockwise until tight. For
all these connections use the wire connectors provided.
4-3. Connect the bare or green ground wire (grounding) from the
ceiling to the green ground wire (grounding) from the ceiling plate
and the green ground wire (grounding) from the fan. If you chose
the low prole option, the green ground wire (grounding) from
the fan can be found on the low prole washer.
4-4. Connect the white wire (grounded) from the ceiling to the white
wire (grounded) from the fan.
4-5. Connect the remaining wires as follows:
Dual Switch Wiring:
• e black wire (ungrounded) from the ceiling to the black wire
(ungrounded) from the fan
• e black wire with a white stripe (ungrounded) from the fan
to the wire (ungrounded) for the wall switch
Single Switch Wiring:
• e black wire (ungrounded) from the ceiling to the black
(ungrounded) and the black wire with a white stripe
(ungrounded) from the fan
CAUTION: Be sure no bare wire or wire strands are visible after
making connections.
4-6. Turn the splices upward and push them carefully back through the
ceiling plate into the outlet box.
4-7. Spread the wires apart, with the grounded wires on one side of
the outlet box and the ungrounded wires on the other side of the
outlet box.
4 • Wiring the Fan
Single Switch Wiring

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5-1. Partially install two canopy screws (about 2 full turns) in the
hanger bracket.
5-2. Raise the canopy over the hanger bracket. Align partially installed
screws with key slots in canopy.
5-3. Twist canopy counterclockwise to secure.
5-4. Install third canopy screw in round hole on canopy. Securely
tighten all three screws.
Steps 5-4
Mounting Screw
Canopy
Steps 5-1– 5-3
5 • Installing the Canopy

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6 • Assembling the Blades
Hunter fans use several styles of fan blade irons (brackets that hold the
blade to the fan).
6-1. Your fan may include blade grommets. If your fan has grommets,
insert them by hand into the holes on the blades.
6-2. Attach each blade to a blade iron using three blade assembly
screws. If you used grommets, the blades may appear slightly loose
after screws are tightened. is is normal.
6-3. Remove the blade mounting screws and rubber shipping bumpers
from the motor. Note: Some blade mounting screws are installed
in the motor to secure shipping blocks.
6-4. For each blade, insert one blade mounting screw through the
blade iron, and attach lightly to the fan. Insert the second blade
mounting screw, then securely tighten both mounting screws.
Step 6-1 (Detail)
Grommet
Note: e blades on this fan have been treated
with Hunter’s Dust Armor protection, making
the blades less likely to attract dust and dirt.
Use a dry or slightly damp lint free cloth to
clean the blades. Do not use a furniture polish
or any other cleaners that leave any residue, as
they will damage the protective Dust Armor
on the blades.
Blade Assembly
Screws
Use with grommet
Use without grommet
Blade
Mounting
Screw
Step 6-4
Steps 6-1 – 6-2
6 • Assembling the Blades

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7-2. read the plug connector from the mounting plate through the
gasket. Partially install the gasket to the mounting plate with the two
screws.
7-3. Place the upper switch housing over the two screws and turn
counterclockwise so that the screws t securely in the slots.
7-4. Partially install the third screw and then tighten all three screws
securely.
7-5. Connect the upper plug connector from the motor to the lower plug
connector in the switch housing assembly.
Note: Both plug connectors are polarized and will only t together
one way. Make sure the connectors are properly aligned before
connecting them. Incorrect connection could cause improper
operation and damage to the product.
7-6. To attach the lower switch housing, align the side screw holes in the
upper and lower switch housings. Attach the lower switch housing
to the upper switch housing with three housing assembly screws.
Note: You can customize your Hunter fan with a number of accessory
light kits.
Housing
Assembly
Screw
Step 7-3
Step 7-4
Note: If you are installing a light xture, do NOT install the
switch housing without rst referring to the instructions
included with the light xture.
Steps 7-5 – 7-6
7 • Completing Your Installation

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To Change Airflow Direction
Turn the fan o and let it come to a complete stop.
Pull the reversing switch pull chain. Restart fan.
In warm weather, use
downward air ow pattern
In cold weather, use upward
air ow pattern
8-1. Turn on electrical power to the fan.
8-2. e fan pull chain controls power to the fan. e pull chain has
four settings in sequence: High, Medium, Low and O.
• Pull the chain slowly to change settings.
• Release slowly to prevent the chain from recoiling into the
blades.
• e chain uses a breakaway connector that separates if the
chain is jerked. If this happens, simply reinsert the chain into
the connector.
8-3. Ceiling fans work best by blowing air downward (counterclockwise
blade rotation) in warm weather to cool the room with a direct
breeze. In winter, having the fan draw air upward (clockwise blade
rotation) will distribute the warmer air trapped at the ceiling
around the room without causing a draft.
8-4. e blades on this fan have been treated with Hunter’s Dust
Armor protection, making the blades less likely to attract dust and
dirt. Use a dry or slightly damp lint free cloth to clean the blades.
Do not use a furniture polish or any other cleaners that leave any
residue, as they will damage the protective Dust Armor on the
blades.
8-5. For cleaning nishes, use a soft brush or lint-free cloth to prevent
scratching. A vacuum cleaner brush nozzle can remove heavier
dust. Remove surface smudges or accumulated dirt and dust using
a mild detergent and a slightly dampened cloth. You may use
an artistic agent, but never abrasive cleaning agents as they will
damage the nish.
Reversing Chain
8 • Operating and Cleaning Your Ceiling Fan

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Hunter fans have the power to cut your cooling costs up to 40%.
Beat the High Cost of Cooling
e air movement created by a Hunter ceiling fan lets you set your
thermostat higher and still stay comfortable. Every degree you
raise the thermostat saves up to 7% on energy costs. So, you can
cut back on expensive air conditioning...and save up to 40%* on
cooling. In winter, your Hunter fan recirculates warm air and saves
up to 10%* on heating bills.
* On average at low speed settings. Your savings may vary based
on climate, building type and thermostat setting.
Save Energy and Money While Protecting the Environment
Congratulations! You’re saving energy and money while protecting
the environment by purchasing this ENERGY STAR qualied
Hunter ceiling fan! With this purchase, you are doing your part to
protect the environment. In 2010, ENERGY STAR qualied ceiling
fans are projected to cut air pollution by more than 500 million
pounds!
Your new ceiling fan has earned the ENERGY STAR label
because it meets high energy eciency specications set by
the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ENERGY STAR
labeled ceiling fans save energy because they have more ecient
fan motors and air delivery due to more aerodynamic blade
congurations. Ceiling fan models bearing the ENERGY STAR label
move air 14 - 20% more eciently than typical ceiling fan models.
For more information on ENERGY STAR visit www.energystar.gov.

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Problem: Nothing happens; fan does not move.
1. Turn power on, replace fuse, or reset breaker.
2. Loosen canopy, check all connections according to the wiring the
fan section.
3. Check the plug connection in the switch housing.
4. Pull the pull chain to ensure it is on.
5. Remove the shipping bumpers.
Problem: Noisy operation.
1. Tighten the blade assembly screws and blade iron armature screws
until snug.
2. Check to see if the blade is cracked. If so, replace all the blades.
Problem: Excessive wobbling.
1. If your fan wobbles when operating, use the enclosed balancing kit
and instructions to balance the fan.
2. Tighten all blade iron screws.
3. Turn power o, support fan very carefully, and check that the
hanger ball is properly seated.
If you need parts or service assistance, please call
888-830-1326 (In Canada, call 866-268-1936) or
visit us at our Web site at
http://www.hunterfan.com.
Hunter Fan Company
7130 Goodlett Farms Parkway #400
Memphis, Tennessee 38016
9 • Troubleshooting