Hunter Curacao 21317 Instruction manual

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Owner’s Guide and Installation Manual

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© 2011 Hunter Fan Company
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.
Welcome
Table Of Contents
Preparing the Fan Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1 • Getting Ready......................6
2 • Installing the Hanger Bracket . . . . . . . 7
3 • Assembling and Hanging the Fan . . . 8
4 •Wiring the Fan......................10
5 • Installing the Canopy and Canopy
Trim Ring.........................11
6 • Assembling the Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7 • Completing Your Installation With or
Without a Bowl Light Fixture . . . . . . 13
8 • Operating and Cleaning Your
Ceiling Fan........................17
9 • Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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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 3-position mounting system provides you maximum
installation exibility and ease. You can install your Hunter fan in one
of three ways, depending on ceiling height and your preference: Low
Prole, Standard, or Angled mounting. e steps in this manual include
instructions for all three 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 9 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
Low Profile Mounting ts close to the
ceiling, recommended for ceilings less
than 9 feet high
Support Brace
Low Prole
Mounting
Style
Ceiling
Outlet Box
8
12
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
(In Canada, call 1-866-268-1936).
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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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.
Note: Your fan comes with four pre-installed neoprene noise
isolators.
2-2. read the lead wires from the outlet box down through the hole
in the middle of the hanger bracket.
2-3. Align the slotted holes in the hanger bracket with the pilot holes
you drilled in the wood support structure. For proper alignment
use slotted holes directly across from each other. If you are
installing the fan on an ANGLED ceiling, be sure to orient the
hanger bracket as shown in Illustration 2-3 (left or right view).
Note: e isolators should be ush against the ceiling.
2-4. Place a at washer on each of the two 3” screws and pass the
screws through the slotted holes in the hanger bracket into the
pilot 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” Screw
Steps 2-2 – 2-4
Hanger
Bracket
Isolator
Step 2-3 (Angled Ceiling Only)
OR
Ceiling Peak Ceiling Peak
Large
Opening Large
Opening
LEFT RIGHT
2 • Installing the Hanger Bracket

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You can assemble your fan for standard or angled mounting as shown
in steps 3-1 – 3-3. For low prole mounting (ceilings less than 9 feet
high), go to steps 3-6 – 3-9 on the next page.
3-1. To assemble fan to hang down from a at or angled ceiling, place
the canopy and canopy trim ring around the adapter so that they
rest on the fan assembly.
3-2. Feed the wires from the fan through the downrod.
Note: Make sure all the wires are on the same side of the metal
dowel pin inside the dowrod.
3-3. Loosen the square head setscrew on the adapter to install the pipe
and ball assembly. Note: When the pipe and ball assembly 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.
WARNING: Do not carry or lift fan by canopy.
3-4. Raise the fan and place the ball into the hanger bracket.
3-5. Align the notch on the ball with the indent in the hanger bracket.
(Rotate the fan until you hear the notch pop into place.)
Go to 4 • Wiring the Fan.
WARNING: Fan may fall if not assembled as directed in these
installation instructions.
Steps 3-4 – 3-5
Indent
Steps 3-1 – 3-3
Downrod
Canopy
Canopy
Trim
Ring
Setscrew
Adapter
3 • Assembling and Hanging the Fan

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3 • Assembling and Hanging the Fan (Low Profile Only)
You can assemble your fan for standard or angled mounting as shown
in steps 3-1 – 3-3 on the previous page. For low profile mounting
(ceilings less than 9 feet high), see steps 3-6 – 3-10 on this page.
3-6. Remove the screws from the hanger ball bracket.
3-7. Place the low prole washer from the parts sack into the canopy.
3-8. Place the canopy trim ring and canopy with washer on top of the
fan assembly.
3-9. Align the screw holes in the washer with the holes in the adapter.
Assemble securely with three #8-32 x 3/4” screws.
3-10. Raise the fan and place the hook on the hanger bracket through
the round hole in the rim of the canopy.
WARNING: Fan may fall if not assembled as directed in these
installation instructions.
Step 3-10
Step 3-7 (Detail)
Low Prole Washer
(Not Actual Size)
Steps 3-8 – 3-9
Low Prole Washer
Canopy
Trim Ring
Adapter
#8-32 x 3/4” Screw
Step 3-6

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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, or the green
ground wire on the low prole washer if you chose the low prole
option.
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 wire connectors 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

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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 clockwise to secure.
5-4. Install third & fourth canopy screw in round hole on canopy.
Securely tighten all four screws.
5-5. Using both hands, push the canopy trim ring up to the top of the
canopy.
5-6. Twist canopy trim ring clockwise to secure the canopy.
Should you need to remove the canopy
trim ring, follow these steps:
1. Twist canopy trim ring counter
clockwise until it releases from
canopy.
Steps 5-1 – 5-2
Canopy Trim
Ring
Canopy
Hanger Bracket
Step 5-3
Canopy
Screw
Step 5-4
Step 5-5
5 • Installing the Canopy and Canopy Trim Ring

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Step 6-1 (Detail)
Grommet
Blade Assembly
Screws
Use with grommet
Use without grommet
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.
Blade
Mounting
Screw
Steps 6-1 – 6-2
Step 6-4
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.
6 • Assembling the Blades

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Your Hunter fan comes with an integrated light xture assembly and
an optional switch housing cap and plug button. is feature gives
you the option of installing the fan with OR without the included light
xture. e steps below direct you whether or not you are installing a
light xture.
WARNING: Use only the light xture supplied with this fan model.
7-1. To attach the upper switch housing, partially install two housing
assembly screws into the switch housing mounting plate.
7-2. Feed the upper plug connector through the center opening of the
housing.
7-3. Align the keyhole slots in the housing with the housing assembly
screws.
7-4. Turn the housing counterclockwise until the housing assembly
screws are rmly situated in the narrow end of the keyhole slots.
Install the remaining screw into the housing. Tighten all three
screws rmly.
CAUTION: Make sure the upper switch housing is securely
attached to the switch housing mounting plate. Failure to properly
attach and tighten all three assembly screws could result in the
switch housing and light xture falling.
7-5. If you want to install the light fixture, proceed with step 7-6
now.
If you do not want to install the light fixture, you need to
uninstall it now. See “Uninstalling the Light Fixture” on step 7-15.
Once you have uninstalled the light xture, continue with step 7-6.
Steps 7-1 – 7-3
Housing
Assembly
Screw
Upper
Switch
Housing
7 • Completing Your Installation With or Without a Bowl Light Fixture

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Lower Switch
Housing
Plug
Connector
Housing
Assembly Screw
Plug
Connector
Detail
Steps 7-6 – 7-7
7-6. To attach the lower switch housing, connect the upper plug
connector from the motor to the lower plug connector in the
lower 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.
7-7. Place the lower switch housing assembly over the upper 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.
7 • Completing Your Installation With or Without a Bowl Light Fixture (Continued)
Note: In compliance with US federal energy regulations, this
ceiling fan contains a device that restricts its light output.
Exceeding the wattage limit marked on the MAX wattage
sticker axed to the light socket(s) may result in re hazard
or improper operation.

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7 • Completing Your Installation With or Without a Bowl Light Fixture (Continued)
Installing the Glass Bowl
7-8. First install candelabra bulbs (60 Watt Maximum) into the sockets.
7-9. If the fandangle is attached to the extra pull chain, remove it now.
7-10. read the fan pull chain through the hole in the metal disc. en,
thread the fan pull chain through the hole in the center of the glass
bowl.
7-11. read the light pull chain through the hole in the center of the
glass bowl. en, read the light pull chain through the hole in
the center of the cover plate.
7-12. read the fan pull chain through the grommet hole in the side of
the cover plate.
7-13. Place the cover plate up against the glass bowl. Align the holes in
the cover plate and glass bowl.
7-14. read the light pull chain through
the nial and screw the nial onto the
threaded rod end until tight.
7-15. Reattach the fandangle to the extra
pull chain.
Light Bulb
Sockets
(60 Watt
Maximum)
Metal Rod
Metal Disc
Glass Bowl
Cover Plate
Finial
Breakaway
Connector

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7 • Completing Your Installation With or Without a Bowl Light Fixture (Continued)
Uninstalling the Light Fixture
7-16. To uninstall the light xture, rst disconnect the plug connectors
between the black wire and the red wire.
7-17. Disconnect the plug connectors between the two white wires.
7-18. Remove the two screws attaching the light kit to the lower
switch housing.
7-19. Remove the light xture from the lower switch housing, pulling
disconnected wires through the hole in the center of the lower
switch housing.
Note: When removing the wires, pull the thin plug connector
(male) through rst, and then pull the other plug connector
(female) through the hole.
7-20. Install the dummy terminals (included in the sack parts) on the
two disconnected wires in the lower switch housing.
7-21. Install the switch housing cap and plug button to the lower
switch housing.
7-22. Once you have uninstalled the light xture, continue
with step 7-6.
Male Dummy
Terminal
Female Dummy
Terminal
Step 7-21
Cap
Plug Button
Step 7-18
Lower Switch
Housing

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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. e light pull chain controls the power to the light xture. e
chain has two settings: ON and OFF.
8-4. 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.
8-5. 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.
8-6. 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.
To Change Airflow Direction
Turn the fan o and let it come to a complete
stop. Slide the reversing switch on the fan to the
opposite position. Restart fan.
Reversing
Switch
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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. Push motor reversing switch rmly left or right to ensure that the switch is engaged.
5. Pull the pull chain to ensure it is on.
6. 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.
Problem: CFL bulbs flicker when controlled by a dimming remote or wall control
1. CFL light bulbs are not usually made for dimming. Replace the CFL bulbs with dimmable light bulbs, or
install the fan in a location without a dimming control.
In compliance with U.S. Federal regulations, this ceiling fan contains a wattage saver that limits the
light output to 190 Watts. e following issue may arise if total wattage exceeds the wattage limit
marked on the MAX wattage sticker affixed to the light socket(s):
Issue: Lights shut off suddenly, but fan is still operating
1. Check to make sure the wattage and type of the light
bulbs that are installed meet the specications on the
light socket.
2. Turn the power to the fan o at the wall switch. Wait
5 minutes, then resume power to the fan.
If you need parts or service assistance, please call
888-830-1326 (In Canada, call 1-866-268-1936) or
visit us at our Web site at
http://www.hunterfan.com.
Hunter Fan Company
7130 Goodlett Farms Pkwy. #400
Memphis, Tennessee 38016
9 • Troubleshooting