Hunter Beck Ceiling Fan Installation Manual
Models: 51744 Fresh White, 54214 Brushed Nickel, 54215 Matte Black
Fan weight: ±2 lbs: 21.8 lbs (9.9 kg)
©2021 Hunter Fan Co.
Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing your new Hunter ceiling fan! This manual provides complete instructions for installing and operating your fan.
For assistance, contact HunterFan.com or call 1.888.830.1326. Video links are available for technical sections.
Safety Information
⚠️ WARNING
- Mount fan directly from building structure and/or an outlet box marked acceptable for fan support of 70 lbs (31.8 kg) and use the mounting screws provided with the outlet box.
- To avoid possible electrical shock, disconnect power by turning off circuit breakers to the outlet box and associated wall switch location. Use a prominent warning device if breakers cannot be locked off.
- This fan must be installed with an isolating wall control/switch.
- Do not bend blade brackets when installing, balancing, or cleaning. Do not insert foreign objects between rotating fan blades.
ℹ️ Caution
- All wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical codes ANSI/NFPA 70. Use a qualified electrician if unfamiliar with wiring.
- Use only Hunter replacement parts.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This product conforms to UL Standard 507.
Tools Required for Installation
- ? Ladder
- ? Screwdriver
- ? Pliers
- ✂️ Wire Strippers
- ? Drill (Optional, if mounting to a support structure)
- ? 9/64" Drill Bit (Optional, if mounting to a support structure)
What's Included
Hardware
- Wood Screws (x2)
- Washers (x2)
- Wire Nuts (x4)
- Canopy Screws (x2)
- Blade Screws (x12)
- Blade Washers (x12)
- Blade Arm Screws (x12)
- Light Kit Screws (x3)
- Short Light Kit Screws (x2)
- Thumb Screws (x4)
Components
- Ceiling Bracket
- Canopy
- Downrod
- Blade Arms (x4)
- Blades (x4)
- Motor
- Light Kit Assembly
- Switch Housing Plate
- Bulbs (x2)
- Globe
- Globe Retainer
- Pullchains
- Spare Parts (extra fasteners)
Hunter Pro Tip: Do not discard hardware bags or mix parts. Note the symbol on each bag to identify the correct hardware for each step.
Choosing the Right Installation Location
Room Dimensions
- Minimum 30 inches clearance from blade tip to nearest wall or obstruction.
- Minimum 7 feet clearance from bottom edge of blade to the floor.
Outlet Box
The outlet box must be secured to building structure or be fan-rated.
Ceiling Angle
- Standard Mounting: For flat ceilings. Use a standard downrod.
- Angled Mounting: For angled or vaulted ceilings. A longer downrod may be required (sold separately). If the ceiling angle is greater than 34°, an Angled Mounting Kit is also required (sold separately).
Hunter Pro Tip: To determine if you need an Angled Mounting Kit, fold the provided guide on the dotted line, place its edge against the wall, and slide towards the ceiling. If the guide touches the wall but not the ceiling, an angled mounting kit is needed.
Installation Steps
Installing the Ceiling Bracket
Remove any existing bracket. Use only the provided Hunter ceiling bracket.
⚠️ WARNING: Turn power OFF at the circuit breaker before proceeding.
Option 1: Machine Screws
Use machine screws (provided with outlet box) and washers to secure the bracket to an existing fan-rated outlet box (acceptable for fan support up to 70 lbs / 31.8 kg).
Option 2: Wood Screws
Use included wood screws and washers to secure the bracket to a support structure. Drill 9/64" pilot holes in the support structure.
Angled Mounting Tip: For angled ceilings, point the bracket opening toward the peak.
Installing the Downrod
Follow these steps for the pre-assembled downrod. For longer or shorter downrods, refer to the guide at the end of this manual.
- Step 1: Remove the pre-installed setscrew.
- Step 2: Pass all wires to one side of the horizontal bar in the downrod assembly. Hand-tighten the downrod (at least 4-5 full turns) until it stops. Trim wires to leave approximately 8 inches extending from the top of the downrod.
- Step 3: Tighten the setscrew securely with pliers. DO NOT HAND TIGHTEN.
Hunter Pro Tip: The ground wire attached to the downrod is approximately 8 inches.
⚠️ WARNING (FAN FALL HAZARD): To prevent serious injury or death: ALWAYS tighten the setscrew with pliers. DO NOT hand tighten. CHECK the setscrew tightness using pliers each time you change fan direction.
Hanging the Fan
- Slide the canopy over the downrod and wires.
- Place the downrod ball into the slot in the ceiling bracket.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the fan, always lift holding either the fan housing or the downrod.
Progress Check: Your fan should now be hung, resembling the illustration.
Wiring the Fan
You will need 4 Wire Nuts (found in the [bag] bag).
For a Single Switch Setup:
- Connect the white (grounded) wire from the ceiling to the white wire from the fan.
- Connect the black (ungrounded) wire from the ceiling to the black AND blue wires from the fan.
- Connect the three grounding wires (green, green/yellow stripe, or bare copper) coming from the ceiling, downrod, and hanging bracket.
⚠️ WARNING: The ceiling fan must be grounded. If the ground wire for the installation site is not present, immediately STOP installation and consult a qualified electrician.
⚠️ WARNING: All wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical codes ANSI/NFPA 70. If you are unfamiliar with wiring or in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
Hunter Pro Tip: For extra wiring, turn wires upward and push them carefully back through the hanger bracket into the outlet box. Spread wires apart, with grounded wires on one side and ungrounded wires on the other.
For a Dual Switch Setup:
- Connect the white (grounded) wire from the ceiling to the white wire from the fan.
- Connect the black (ungrounded) wire from the ceiling to the black wire from the fan.
- Connect the second ungrounded (light) wire from the ceiling to the blue wire from the fan.
- Connect the three grounding wires (green, green/yellow stripe, or bare copper) coming from the ceiling, downrod, and hanging bracket.
Installing the Canopy
- Fit the canopy in place as shown.
- Lift the canopy into place so that the screw holes are aligned.
- Insert two canopy screws (found in the [bag] hardware bag).
Hunter Pro Tip: A magnetic screwdriver will give you more visibility when securing the canopy.
Installing the Blades
- Put the blade washers (found in the [bag] hardware bag) onto the blade screws (found in the [bag] hardware bag).
- Secure each blade to a blade arm using the blade screws. Repeat for all 4 blades.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The blade arms should be mounted with the ridge facing downward. Installing incorrectly could result in your fan not functioning.
- Lightly attach the blade arms to the motor with screws (found in the [X] hardware bag), then securely tighten after both screws are attached for each arm. Repeat for all 4 blade arms.
Assembling the Light Kit
- Partially install two light kit assembly screws (found in the [bag] hardware bag) halfway into the motor housing.
- Feed the 9-pin plug connector from the bottom of the motor housing through the center hole of the light kit assembly. Connect it to the plug connector in the switch housing area, matching colored markings.
- Align the keyhole slots in the top of the light kit assembly with the partially installed screws. Wrap the keyhole slots around the screws and twist counterclockwise.
- Insert the third screw (found in the [bag] hardware bag) and firmly tighten all three screws.
- Carefully push switch housing components into the switch housing. Install the switch housing plate using two short light kit assembly screws (found in the [bag] hardware bag).
⚠️ WARNING (FAN FALL HAZARD): Make sure all screws are tight to secure the light fixture.
Light Kit Installation
- Install a bulb into each socket. Replace with bulbs of the same wattage when necessary.
- Align the globe indentations with the globe retainer screw holes and carefully lower the globe into the globe retainer until it rests in place.
- Lift the globe assembly and attach it to the upper switch housing using the four thumbscrews. Tighten all four screws securely by hand.
⚠️ WARNING (GLASS FALL HAZARD): To prevent serious injury or death, make sure that glass is properly secured.
Turn Power ON.
Installing the Pull Chains
- Feed the pull chains from the fan switch and light switch down through the holes in the upper switch housing.
- Attach the pull chain pendants to the light and fan pull chains. Repeat for both chains.
The fan pull chain controls the speed: from high to off.
The light pull chain controls the light fixture: on and off.
Reversing the Fan
Ceiling fans operate in two directions: downdraft (counterclockwise rotation) for cooling breeze and updraft (clockwise rotation) for moving warm air downward.
To change direction: Turn the fan OFF and let it come to a complete stop. The reversing switch is located inside the light fixture (accessed when the glass is removed). Slide the switch to the opposite position and restart the fan.
Troubleshooting
Fan Doesn't Work
- Make sure the power switch is on.
- Check the circuit breaker to ensure power is turned on.
- Make sure the blades spin freely.
- Turn off power from the circuit breaker, then loosen the canopy and check all connections according to the wiring diagram.
Excessive Wobbling
- Make sure the blades are properly installed on the blade iron posts.
- Turn power off, support the fan carefully, and check that the hanger ball is properly seated.
- Use the provided balancing kit and instructions to balance the fan.
Noisy Operation
- Make sure the blades are properly installed.
- Check if any blades are cracked. If so, replace all blades.
Hunter Pro Tip: Cleaning the Fan Use soft brushes or cloths to prevent scratching. Cleaning products may damage the finishes.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Hunter Fan Company grants this limited warranty to the original purchaser. This document can be found at www.HunterFan.com.
How Can Warranty Service Be Obtained?
Proof of purchase is required. Contact Hunter Fan Company online at www.HunterFan.com/Support/Contact-Us/ or by phone at 1-888-830-1326. Please do not ship fan parts to Hunter.
What This Warranty Covers:
- Motor - Limited Lifetime Warranty: Covers defects in material or workmanship.
- Other Parts - One-Year Limited Warranty: Covers defects in material or workmanship within one year of purchase.
- Light Kits: Included in the one-year warranty. LED Light Kits may have a Three-Year Limited Warranty for the module or LED bulb.
*If no replacement product/part can be provided, Hunter will provide a comparable or superior replacement product/part at their sole discretion.
What This Warranty Does NOT Cover:
- Labor costs (including electrician's fees).
- Light bulbs (unless otherwise noted), remote control batteries.
- Fans purchased or installed outside the United States.
- Fans owned by someone other than the original purchaser or without proof of purchase.
- Fans purchased from an unauthorized dealer.
- Ordinary wear and tear, minor cosmetic blemishes, refurbished fans.
- Damage due to: improper installation, misuse, abuse, improper care, failure to follow instructions, accidental damage, modifications, improper maintenance/repair, improper voltage supply/power surge, use of improper parts/accessories, failure to provide maintenance, or acts of God (e.g., flood).
Hunter Fan Company is not responsible for consequential or incidental damages. Implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the period of coverage of the applicable limited warranties.
How State Law Affects Warranty Coverage:
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Downrod Replacement Guide
Follow steps 1-5 to remove the standard downrod pipe and steps 6-10 to reassemble with a new downrod.
⚠️ WARNING (FAN FALL HAZARD): To prevent serious injury or death: ALWAYS follow the downrod assembly instructions exactly. VERIFY the downrod is assembled correctly by firmly pulling on the hanger ball. Ensure the pin is reinserted to secure the downrod assembly.
[Diagram illustrating downrod removal and reassembly steps]
[Diagram showing unassembled downrod assembly]
[Diagram showing assembled downrod]
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