Hunter 52401 Presto Low Profile 44 Inch Ceiling Fan Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Hunter
Table of Contents
Hunter 52401 Presto Low Profile 44 Inch Ceiling Fan
INTRODUCTION
- Model: 52401 Flat Matte Black
- 52402 Matte Fresh White
- 52403 Matte Nickel
- 52404 Cement Grey
- Fan weight ±2 lbs: 13.7 lbs (6.2 kg)
Congratulations on purchasing your new Hunter® ceiling fan!
Here are the tools you’ll need to complete your installation: The ceiling fan
you purchased will provide comfort and performance in your home or office for
many years. This instruction manual contains complete instructions for
installing and operating your fan. We are proud of our work and appreciate the
opportunity to supply you with the best ceiling fan available anywhere in the
world.
We are here to help!
This Instruction Manual is designed to make installation as simple as
possible. While working through this Instruction Manual, keep your smartphone
or tablet nearby. We have added video links to help you through the more
technical sections. If you are unfamiliar or uncomfortable with wiring,
contact a qualified electrician. We also provide telephone support at
1.888.830.1326 or visit us at HunterFan.com.
Warning
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To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, 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, before installing or servicing your fan, disconnect the power by turning off the circuit breakers to the outlet box and associated wall switch location. If you
cannot lock the circuit breakers in the off position, securely fasten a prominent warning device, such as a tag, to the service panel. -
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this fan must be installed with an isolating wall control/switch.
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To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not bend the blade brackets when installing the blade brackets, balancing the blades, or cleaning the fan. Do not insert foreign objects in between rotating fan blades.
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This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. It is recommended that children be supervised to ensure that they are not using the appliance improperly.
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To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock or injury to persons, do not use replacement parts that have not been recommended by the manufacturer (e.g. parts made at home using a 3D printer).
Caution
- All wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical codes ANSI/NFPA 70. If you are unfamiliar with wiring, use a qualified electrician.
- Use only Hunter replacement parts.
Tools
- Here are the tools you’ll need to complete your installation
Here is what comes in your box
We recommend that you pull everything out of the box and lay it out. We have grouped the drawn components below with the hardware you’ll need for those parts. The screws below are drawn to scale to make it easier to identify what piece of hardware is needed to install each component.
Hunter Pro Tip:
- Note:
- Fan style may vary
Find a part that is missing or damaged?
Don’t take it back to the store. Let us make it right. Visit us at
HunterFan.com or call us at 1.888.830.1326.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
Choosing the Right Installation Location
You probably bought this fan with a location in mind. Let’s check below to
make sure it is a good fit.
Installing the Ceiling Bracket
Installing the Top Housing
Hanging the Fan
Wiring the Fan
We know wiring is hard. Let’s make it easier.
Follow these steps to get your fan wired quickly and safely. Follow the route
below that best matches your wall switch setup. If you are unfamiliar with
wiring or uncomfortable doing it yourself, please contact a qualified
electrician.
Installing the Canopy
Installing the Blades
Installing the Cap
Installing Wall Control
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Turning off the power Ensure the power is OFF at the outlet box and wall switch location before proceeding with the installation.
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Preparing the Wall Switch After removing the switch plate cover, remove all wiring from the switch.
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Wiring the Wall Control Using the wire connectors, connect each black wire from the wall control to a black wire from the switch box. Connect the green with yellow stripe wire to the grounding wire from the switch box.
Note: If two white wires are present in the switch box, connect them to each other if they are not already connected. -
Installing the Wall Control Insert the wall control into the outlet box and secure the two metal tabs to the tabs on the switch box using the two flat head screws that came with the switch box.
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Installing the Wall Plate Remove the knob from the wall control and mount the faceplate (not included) to the wall control using the two #6-32 screws you removed earlier from the faceplate.
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Installing the Wall Plate (CONT) Reattach the knob onto the wall control and turn it to the left for the OFF position.
Reversing the Fan
Troubleshooting
- Push the motor reversing switch firmly left or right to ensure that it is engaged.
- Check the circuit breaker to ensure the power is turned on.
- Make sure the blades spin freely.
- Turn off power from the circuit breaker, then loosen the canopy and check all the connections according to the wiring diagram.
Excessive Wobbling
- Make sure the blades are properly installed on the blade iron posts.
- Turn the power off, support the fan carefully, and check that the hanger ball is properly seated.
Noisy Operation
- Make sure the blades are properly installed.
- Check to see if any of the blades are cracked. If so, replace all of the blades.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Hunter Fan Company grants this limited warranty to the original purchaser of this Hunter ceiling fan. This document can be found at www.HunterFan.com. Thank you for choosing Hunter!
How Can Warranty Service Be Obtained?
Proof of purchase is required when requesting warranty service. The
original purchaser must present a sales receipt or other document that
establishes proof of purchase. Hunter, at its sole discretion, may accept a
gift receipt. To obtain service, contact Hunter Fan Company online or by
phone. www.HunterFan.com/Support/Contact-
Us/1-888-830-1326 Please do not ship
your fan or any fan parts to Hunter. Delivery will be refused. What Does This
Warranty Cover?
Motor — Limited Lifetime Warranty
If any part of your ceiling fan motor fails during your ownership of the fan
due to a defect in material or workmanship, as determined solely by Hunter,
Hunter will provide you with a replacement fan free of charge.* The foregoing
limited warranty applies only to the motor itself and does not apply to
electronic controls – such as remote control transmitters, remote control
receivers, or capacitors – used in conjunction with the motor. Such electronic
control items are included in the one-year limited warranty below.
Other — One-Year Limited Warranty
Except as otherwise indicated throughout this warranty, if any part of your
Hunter ceiling fan fails at any time within one year of the date of purchase
due to a defect in material or workmanship, as determined solely by Hunter,
Hunter will provide a replacement part free of charge.*
Light Kits — Warranty May Vary
Light kits are included in the one-year limited warranty. However, you may
qualify for additional warranty coverage if your fan includes one of the
following:
- If no replacement product/part can be provided for your fan, we will provide a comparable or superior replacement product/part at the sole discretion of Hunter.
What Does This Warranty NOT Cover?
Labor Excluded. This warranty does not cover any costs or fees associated with
the labor (including electrician’s fees) required to install, remove, or
replace a fan or any fan parts. There is no warranty for light bulbs (except
where otherwise noted); remote control batteries; fans purchased or installed
outside the United States; fans owned by someone other than the original
purchaser; fans for which proof of purchase has not been established; fans
purchased from an unauthorized dealer; ordinary wear and tear; minor cosmetic
blemishes; refurbished fans; and fans that are damaged due to any of the
following: improper installation, misuse, abuse, improper care, failure to
follow Hunter instructions, accidental damage caused by the fan owner or
related parties,modifications to the fan, improper or incorrectly performed
maintenance or repair, improper voltage supply or power surge, use of improper
parts or accessories, failure to provide maintenance to the fan, or acts of
God (e.g. flood). THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR A
CLAIM OF ANY KIND WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE THE REMEDIES SET FORTH
HEREIN. HUNTER FAN COMPANY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES, DUE TO PRODUCT FAILURE, WHETHER ARISING OUT OF A BREACH OF WARRANTY,
BREACH OF CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE OF THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTIES SET
FORTH ABOVE. Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
How Does State Law Affect Warranty Coverage?
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
References
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