Home Decorators Collection

Altura 68-Inch Ceiling Fan

Use and Care Guide

Item #1001 784 408, 1001 784 409, 1001 784 407, 1001 784 410, 1001 784 405
Model #x
UL Model #68-ATRDC

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Safety Information

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  1. To reduce the risk of electric shock, ensure the electricity has been turned off at the circuit breaker or fuse box before you begin.
  2. All wiring must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 and local electrical codes. Electrical installation should be performed by a qualified licensed electrician.
  3. The outlet box and support structure must be securely mounted and capable of reliably supporting a minimum of 50 lbs. (22.7 kg). Use only UL-listed outlet boxes marked "Acceptable for Fan Support of 50 lbs. (22.7 kg) or less."
  4. The fan must be mounted with a minimum of 7 ft (2.1 m) of clearance from the trailing edge of the blades to the floor.
  5. Do not place objects in the path of the blades.
  6. To avoid personal injury or damage to the fan and other items, use caution when working around or cleaning the fan.
  7. After making electrical connections, spliced conductors should be turned upward and pushed carefully up into the outlet box. The wires should be spread apart with the grounded conductor and the equipment-grounding conductor on one side of the outlet box.
  8. All set screws must be checked and retightened where necessary before installation.
⚠ To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the blade brackets (also referred to as flanges) during assembly or after installation. Do not insert objects in the path of the blades.
⚠ To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.
⚠ To avoid possible electrical shock, turn the electricity off at the main fuse box before wiring. If you feel you do not have enough electrical wiring knowledge or experience, contact a licensed electrician.
⚠ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury, mount to outlet box marked "Acceptable for fan support of 50 lbs. (22.7 kgs) or less", and use screws provided with the outlet box.
⚠ Electrical diagrams are for reference only. If you are using a light kit, refer to the light kit instructions manual to make the electrical connections. Optional use of any light kit shall be UL-listed and marked suitable for use with this fan.
⚠ To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this fan should only be used with fan speed control part no. DP-51H, manufactured by DawnSun Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. Zhongshan.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, use only the screws provided with the outlet box.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with 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.

Warranty

The supplier warrants the fan motor to be free from defects in workmanship and material present at time of shipment from the factory for a lifetime after the date of purchase by the original purchaser. The supplier also warrants that all other fan parts, excluding any glass or acrylic blades, to be free from defects in workmanship and material at the time of shipment from the factory for a period of three years after the date of purchase by the original purchaser. Home Decorators Collection agrees to correct such defects without charge or at its option replace with a comparable or superior model if the product is returned. To obtain warranty service, a copy of the receipt must be presented as proof of purchase. All costs of removing and reinstalling the product are the customer's responsibility. Damage to any part such as by accident or misuse or improper installation or by affixing any accessories, is not covered by this warranty. Because of varying climatic conditions this warranty does not cover any changes in brass finish, including rusting, pitting, corroding, tarnishing, or peeling. Brass finishes of this type give their longest useful life when protected from varying weather conditions. A certain amount of "wobble" is normal and should not be considered a defect. Servicing performed by unauthorized persons shall render the warranty invalid. There is no other express warranty. Home Decorators Collection hereby disclaims any and all warranties, including but not limited to those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose to the extent permitted by law. The duration of any implied warranty which cannot be disclaimed is limited to the time period as specified in the express warranty. Some states do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to the customer. The retailer shall not be liable for incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in connection with product use or performance except as may otherwise be accorded by law. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to the customer. This warranty gives specific legal rights, and the customer may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty supersedes all prior warranties. Shipping costs for any return of product as part of a claim on the warranty must be paid by the customer.

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Pre-Installation

SPECIFICATIONS

SizeSpeedVoltsFan Power Consumption (without lights) WATTAirflow CFMAirflow Efficiency (Higher Is Better) CFM/WATTNet WeightGross WeightCubic Feet
68 in.Low
Medium
High
12023.81 lbs (10.8 kgs)28.88 lbs (13.1 kgs)3.53 cu.ft.

NOTE: These are approximate measures. They do not include the Amps and Wattage used by the light kit.

Tools Required

Hardware Included

NOTE: Hardware not shown to actual size.

PartDescriptionQuantity
AABlade attachment screws15
BBPlastic wire connecting nut3
CCDecorative nut15

Package Contents

Diagram showing the slide-on mounting bracket (A).

Diagram showing the ball/downrod assembly (B).

Diagram showing the canopy with canopy ring attached (C).

Diagram showing the fan-motor assembly (D).

Diagram showing the switch cup (E).

Diagram showing the decorative motor collar cover (F).

Diagram showing a fan blade (G).

Diagram showing the switch cup adaptor (H).

Diagram showing the remote transmitter (battery included) (I).

PartDescriptionQuantity
ASlide-on mounting bracket (inside canopy)1
BBall/downrod assembly1
CCanopy with canopy ring attached1
DFan-motor assembly1
ESwitch cup1
FDecorative motor collar cover1
GBlade5
HSwitch cup adaptor1
ITransmitter (battery included)1

IMPORTANT: This product and/or components are governed by one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 5,947,436; 5,988,580; 6,010,110; 6,046,416, 6,210,117 and other patents pending.

Installation

Mounting Options

⚠ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury, mount to outlet box marked "Acceptable for fan support of 50 lbs. (22.7 kg) or less", and use screws provided with the outlet box. An outlet box commonly used for the support of lighting fixtures may not be acceptable for fan support and may need to be replaced. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

If your ceiling fan does not have an existing UL-listed mounting box, then install one using the following instructions:

The illustrations below show three different ways to mount the outlet box.

Diagram illustrating mounting an outlet box with a hanger bar.

Diagram illustrating mounting an outlet box directly to a ceiling structure.

Diagram illustrating mounting an outlet box with strong support and a ceiling mounting plate.

NOTE: You may need a longer downrod to maintain proper blade clearance when installing on a steep, sloped ceiling. The maximum angle allowable is 20° away from horizontal.

If the canopy touches the downrod, then remove the decorative canopy bottom cover, and turn the canopy 180° before attaching the canopy to the mounting plate.

To hang your fan where there is an existing fixture but no ceiling joist, you may need an installation hanger bar as shown above (available at any Home Depot store).

Assembly - Standard Ceiling Mount

1. Preparing for mounting

Diagram showing parts L, C, HH, A, SS for preparing the mounting bracket.

2. Routing the wires

Diagram showing wire routing through fan components D, F, L, C, B.

3. Assembling the fan

CAUTION: To ensure wobble-free operation and to avoid damage to the fan, the downrod (B) and the setscrew (II) must be completely tightened.

NOTE: This fan is equipped with a safety tab (EE). Should the setscrew (II) ever become loose while the fan is running in reverse, the safety tab (EE) will engage and stop the fan from falling.

Diagram showing parts B, FF, II, D, F for fan assembly.

Assembly - Hanging the Fan

1. Attaching the fan to the electrical box

⚠ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury, mount to outlet box marked "acceptable for fan support of 50 lbs. (22.7 kg) or less", and use screws provided with the outlet box.

Diagram showing parts A, OO, TT for attaching the fan to the electrical box.

2. Hanging the fan

Diagram showing parts D, A, B for hanging the fan.

3. Connecting the safety cable

Diagram showing parts LL, O, A for connecting the safety cable.

Assembly - Hanging the Fan (continued)

4. Making the electrical connection

⚠ Each wire nut supplied with this fan is designed to accept up to one 12-gauge house wire and two wires from the fan. If you have larger than 12-gauge house wiring or more than one house wire to connect to the fan wiring, consult an electrician for the proper size wire nuts to use.
⚠ IMPORTANT: Use the plastic wire connectors (BB) supplied with your fan. Secure the connectors with electrical tape and ensure there are no loose strands or connections.

NOTE: The fan comes with 78 in. lead wires for use with an extended ball/downrod assembly. If using the 18 in. ball/downrod assembly (B) provided, you can cut the lead wires to your desired length.

Diagram showing electrical connections: Outlet box in the ceiling (OO) with Black, White, and Green wires connecting to the fan's Black, White, and Green wires respectively. A separate connection is shown for a light kit.

5. Wrapping the extra wire

NOTE: Follow this step ONLY if you did not cut the extra length off from the wires coming from the ceiling fan.

Diagram showing excess wire being wrapped around the mounting bracket.

6. Mounting the fan-motor assembly (standard mount)

⚠ When using the standard ball/downrod mounting, the tab in the ring at the bottom of the mounting bracket must rest in the groove of the hanger ball. Failure to properly seat the tab in the groove could cause damage to the wiring.
⚠ The locking slots of ceiling canopy are provided only as an aid to mounting. Do not leave the fan assembly unattached until all four canopy screws are engaged and firmly tightened.

Diagram showing parts A, HH, L, C, D for mounting the fan-motor assembly.

Assembly - Hanging the Fan (continued)

7. Attaching the fan blades

NOTE: The blades must be installed before attempting to operate the fan. If the blades are not installed, the motor will not function properly.

Diagram showing parts G, J, AA, CC, D for attaching fan blades.

Assembly - Attaching the accessories

1. Attaching the switch cup adaptor

Diagram showing parts QQ, D, H for attaching the switch cup adaptor.

2. Attaching the switch cup

Diagram showing parts UU, H, E for attaching the switch cup.

Preparing the Remote Control

Pairing the Remote Control

NOTE: The remote control has already been paired to the ceiling fan for your convenience. If you have two of the same model fans in your home, please follow the steps below to control each fan independently.

Setting the light function on your remote

NOTE: The battery will weaken with age and should be replaced before leaking takes place as this will damage the remote control. Dispose of used battery properly and keep the battery out of the reach of children.

NOTE: The switch marked ON/DIM controls the dimming function of the lights: If using non-dimmable bulbs, use a ballpoint pen or small screwdriver to set the switch to ON to disable the dimming function. If using dimmable bulbs, set the switch to DIM to enable the dimming function.

Diagrams of the remote control showing battery compartment, dip switches, and ON/DIM switch.

Operating Your Fan and Remote Control

1. Fan button

- Press and release the button to turn the fan on or off.

Fan on. The fan memory function will resume the speed set on the fan prior to the power being turned off. The LED bar will display the current settings for 5 seconds after the button is released.

Fan off. The fan memory function will store the current setting for the next time the fan is in use.

NOTE: If you are currently using Comfort Breeze™ mode, pressing the button will cancel Comfort Breeze™ mode and resume normal fan operation.

NOTE: You must turn the fan on prior to using the timer function.

2. Speed functions

+ button, increases the fan speed

Pressing and releasing the + button one time will increase the speed of the fan. Each setting increase will cause the LED bar to illuminate slightly more, until the fan has reached the maximum speed setting, at that time the LED bar will be fully illuminated.

Pressing and holding the + button will increase the fan speed automatically through the speed settings and the increments will be denoted on the LED bar. When the LED bar is fully illuminated, the fan has reached maximum speed setting.

Pressing the + button while in Comfort Breeze™ mode will automatically cancel the Comfort Breeze™ mode and resume normal fan operation.

- button, decreases fan speed

Pressing and releasing the - button one time will decrease the speed of the fan. Each setting decrease will cause the LED bar to dim slightly more, until the fan has reached the minimum speed setting. At that time the LED bar will be approximately 25% illuminated.

Pressing and holding the - button will decrease the fan speed automatically through the speed settings and the increments will be denoted on the LED bar. When the LED bar is 25% illuminated, the fan has reached the minimum speed setting.

Pressing the - button while in Comfort Breeze™ mode will automatically cancel the Comfort Breeze™ mode and resume normal fan operation.

3. Comfort Breeze™

There are three Comfort Breeze™ settings. Pressing the button will activate the Comfort Breeze™ mode and LED bar will illuminate slowly from bottom to top to display the current setting.

Diagram illustrating LED bar progression for Comfort Breeze settings 1, 2, and 3.

Operating Your Fan and Remote Control (continued)

4. Timer

Pressing the timer button will automatically turn fan and light (if light is on) off after 2, 4, or 8 hours. When you activate the timer mode, the LED to the left of the time above the clock will illuminate.

Diagram illustrating timer settings: Off, 2H, 4H, 8H, and Disables timer.

5. Fan reverse button

(Must be pushed when the fan is in operation)

Warm weather: LED bar will illuminate and the lights will flow from high to low.

Cool weather: LED bar will illuminate and the lights will flow from low to high.

6. Light

(If your fan is equipped with a light kit)

7. Dimmer

(If your fan is equipped with a light kit)

Diagrams of the remote control showing fan speed, light, and timer functions.

Diagram illustrating airflow for Warm weather (downward airflow creates a cooling effect). This allows the user to set their air conditioner on a higher setting without affecting comfort.

Diagram illustrating airflow for Cool weather (upward airflow moves warm air off the ceiling). This allows the user to set their heating unit on a lower setting without affecting comfort.

NOTE: Do not wait for the fan to stop before pressing the reverse button. The fan will not reverse direction if the fan is not moving.

Care and Cleaning

⚠ WARNING: Make sure the power is off before cleaning your fan.

Troubleshooting

ProblemSolution
The fan will not start
  • Check the main and branch circuit fuses or breakers.
  • Check the line wire connections to the fan and switch wire connections in the switch housing.
  • Check the battery in the remote control.
  • Ensure you are in the normal range of 10-20 feet.
  • Remember to turn off the power supply before checking the dip switch settings.
The fan is noisy
  • Ensure all motor housing screws are snug.
  • Ensure the screws that attach the fan blade bracket to the motor hub are tight.
  • Ensure the wire nut connections are not rattling against each other or the interior wall of the switch housing.
  • Allow a 24-hour "breaking in" period. Most noises associated with a new fan disappear during this time.
  • If you are using the Ceiling Fan light kit, ensure the screws securing the glassware are tight. Check that the light bulbs are also secure.
The fan wobbles
  • Ensure the canopy is a short distance from the ceiling. It should not touch the ceiling.
  • Ensure your outlet box is secure and rubber isolator pads were used between the mounting plate and outlet box.
  • Check that all blade and blade arm screws are secure.
  • Most fan wobble problems are caused when blade levels are unequal. Check this level by selecting a point on the ceiling above the tip of one of the blades. Measure from a point on the center of the blade to the point on the ceiling. Rotate the fan until the next blade is positioned for measurement, and measure from the same point on each blade to the ceiling. Repeat for each blade. Any measurement deviation should be within 1/8 in. Run the fan for ten minutes. If the fan continues to wobble please contact Home Decorators Collection Customer Service and a balacing kit will be sent to you at no charge.
The fan moves backwards and forwards when turned onThis is normal start-up procedure for DC motor fans. The partial movement during start-up is the result of the DC motor aligning the internal magnetic poles for proper motor operation. This design saves electricity and allows the fan to operate much quieter than standard AC motor fans.

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