Hunter 51424 Tidal Ridge 52-Inch Outdoor Ceiling Fan Instruction Manual

Hunter 51424 Tidal Ridge 52-Inch Outdoor Ceiling Fan

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WARNING

w.1 – To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, mount the fan directly from the 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.
w.2 – 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.
w.3 – To reduce the risk of electric shock, this fan must be installed with an isolating wall control/switch.
w.4 – 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

Caution
c.1 – 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.
c.2 – Use only Hunter replacement parts.

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

Do not discard the hardware bags or mix parts from different bags. Make note of the symbol printed on each hardware bag. The symbols can be used to identify the appropriate hardware for each step.

Note: 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.

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.

Check the room dimensions

Check the outlet box

You must be able to secure the fan to the building structure or fan-rated outlet box.

Checking the Ceiling Angle

If you have a flat ceiling
Hang your fan by a standard download. Some fans come with a shorter download for a Low Profile installation.

If you have an angled or vaulted ceiling

1. You will need a longer downrod. (sold separately at HunterFan.com)
2. If your ceiling angle is greater than 34°, you will also need an Angled Mounting Kit. (Sold separately at HunterFan.com)

Angled Mounting

A little more information on Angled Mounting
For optimum performance and appearance, a longer downrod should be used with your Hunter ceiling fan when installing on high or angled ceiling. If your ceiling is angled greater than 34° you will also need an Angled Mounting Kit. Longer downrods and the Angled Mounting Kit are sold separately at HunterFan.com.

Hunter Pro Tip

Determining if you need an Angled Mounting Kit****

1. Fold on the dotted line. Place against the edge against the wall. Slide towards the ceiling.
2. If the guide touches the wall but not the ceiling, you need an angled mounting kit.

Preparing the Ceiling Bracket

Do this first!

WARNING

To avoid possible electrical shock, before installing your fan, disconnect the power by turning off the circuit breakers to the outlet box associated with the wall switch location.

• Align the tapered mounting holes in the ceiling plate with the holes in the ceiling bracket.
• Install the four ceiling plate screws found in the hardware bag and secure them with the flange nuts using an 11/32” wrench.
• Hold the ceiling bracket assembly up to the outlet box and mark the screw locations.
• To mount to support the structure, also mark the ceiling for drilling pilot holes.
• Install the ceiling plate gasket onto the ceiling plate. The four holes in the ceiling plate should line up with the four posts in the gasket.

Installing the Ceiling Bracket

You have two options for installation. Pick which one works best for your location. Remove any existing brackets prior to installation. Only use the provided Hunter ceiling bracket that came in your fan’s box.

Hunter Pro Tip

The machine screws are the ones that came with your outlet box.

Option 1

Machine Screws Use machine screws (provided with outlet box) when securing the existing ceiling fan-rated outlet box. Make sure it is securely installed and is acceptable for fan support of 31.8 kg (70 lbs) or less.

Option 2

Wood Screws Use wood screws (included) when securing to support the structure with an approved electrical outlet box. Drill 9/64” pilot holes in the support structure to aid in securing ceiling brackets with hardware found in the hardware bag.

Use the wood screw to poke holes through the rubber gasket in order to install the ceiling bracket assembly to your support structure or ceiling fan-rated outlet box.

Installing the Downrod

Follow the below if you are using the download that came pre-assembled in your box. Need to install a longer or shorter download? Check out the guide at the end of this manual.

1. Slide the adapter cover onto the download until it rests against the hanger ball.
2. Remove the pre-installed set screw so that the download can be inserted.
3. Pass all wires to one side of the horizontal bar in downrod assembly. Hand tightens the download (at least 4–5 full turns) until it stops. Trim the wires coming from the fan so that 8-inches remain coming from the top of the download.

Hunter Pro Tip

The adapter cover is not used for low-profile mounting.

WARNING

FAN FALL HAZARD To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH

• ALWAYS tighten setscrew with pliers.
• DO NOT hand tighten the setscrew.
• CHECK the setscrew is tight using pliers each time you change fan direction.

Hanging the Fan

Wiring the Fan

We know the 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.

You are going to need these: 4 Wire Nuts (these are in the bag)

Have a single switch? Follow these steps

Hunter Pro Tip

Here is how to connect the wires

Push the bare metal ends of the wires together and slide a wire nut over them. Then, twist the wire nut clockwise until tight. Give it a gentle pull to make sure none of the wires are loose.

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.
• 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:
• Have extra wiring Turn the wires upward and push them carefully back through the hanger bracket into the outlet box. 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. Make sure that the wires are still attached to the wire nuts.

Installing the Canopy

Installing the Blades

Insert the blade into the blade slot around the center screw. Put the blade washers found in the hardware bag onto the blade screws found in the hardware bag. Then install the blade screws to secure each blade to the fan. Repeat x5

Note: Fan style may vary.

IMPORTANT

NOTE: Follow the instructions on the blade. Installing it incorrectly could result in your fan not functioning.

Installing the Switch Housing and Cap

Installing Wall Control

1. Turning off the power Ensure the power is OFF at the outlet box and wall switch location before proceeding with the installation.

2. Preparing the Wall Switch After removing the switch plate cover, remove all wiring from the switch.

3. Wiring the Wall ControlUsing 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. Installing the Wall Plate (CONT) Reattach the knob onto the wall control and turn it to the left for the OFF position.

WARNING

To avoid possible electrical shock, before installing your fan, disconnect the power by turning off the circuit breakers to the outlet box associated with the wall switch location.

Reversing the Fan

Note: Fan style may vary.

Troubleshooting

Fan Doesn’t Work

• 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 the 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.
• Use the provided balancing kit and instructions to balance the fan.

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.

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 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.
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); the 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.

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