How to Install a Hampton Bay Ceiling Fan

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Many of the Hampton Bay ceiling fans use a Quick-Install System and use Aero-Breeze™ Technology which can move up to 25% More Air. Here are the steps of how to install one.

Part 1
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Install the Ceiling Fan Mounting

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  3. Remove the two non-slotted screws and loosen the slotted screws. This will enable you to remove the mounting plate.
  4. Make sure the slot openings are on top. Route the wires through the canopy and then through the ball/downrod assembly. [2]
  6. Be careful not to jam against the wiring inside the downrod. Insert clevis pin and bend to ensure security.
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Part 2
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Install the Fan to the Outlet Box

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  2. Slide the mounting plate over the two screws provided with the outlet box. When using close-to-ceiling mounting, it is important that the mounting plate be level. If necessary, use leveling washers (not included) between the mounting plate and the outlet box. Note that the flat side of the mounting plate is toward the outlet box. [4]
  4. If you are using close-to-ceiling mounting, hang the fan on the hook provided by utilizing one of the holes at the outer rim of the ceiling canopy. If using standard mounting, seat
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Part 3
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Make the Electrical Connections

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  1. If you feel you do not have enough electrical wiring knowledge or experience, have your fan installed by a licensed electrician. Follow the steps below to connect the fan to your household wiring. Use the wire connecting nuts supplied with your fan. Secure the connectors with electrical tape. Make sure there are no loose strands or connections. [5]
  2. Connect the ground conductor of the 120v supply (this may be a bare wire or a wire with green insulation) to the green ground lead(s) of the fan. When using standard ceiling mounting, there are two green grounding leads: one from the ceiling mounting plate and one from the ball/down-rod assembly. When using Close-to-Ceiling mounting, there is only one green ground lead from the mounting plate since the ball/downrod assembly is not used.
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  5. The green and white wires are on one side of the outlet box and the black wire is on the other side.
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Part 4
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Attach the Fan Blades

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  1. Mount the fan blades to the pre-installed blade brackets by aligning the three key-slot holes in the blade with the three posts on top of the blade bracket. [7]
  2. Ensure the key-slot holes are properly seated on the blade bracket posts.
  3. While still holding the blade down with both hands, firmly slide the blade away from the motor housing until the blade engages in the locking mechanism. Make sure the steel locking mechanism at the rear of the blade bracket springs upward and butts against the edge of the blade indicating a secure connection. [8]
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Balance the Blades

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  1. Because natural woods vary in density, the fan may wobble even though the blades are weight matched. The following procedure should correct most fan wobble. Check after each step.
  2. to the blade brackets with the locking mechanisms engaged. [9]
  3. out of position and ensure the blade tips are even. Use the enclosed blade balancing kit if the blade wobble is still noticeable by carefully following the instructions included with the kit. [10]
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    What does the blue wire connect to?
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    Blue is usually for the light kit if you have one. It connects to the red in the outlet box if you have a separate wall switch for the light. If you are only using the pull chain to activate the light, it connects to black.
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    What if the chain to turn on the fan will not pull down, yet the light chain works fine?
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    It is on a separate switch, this switch may be broken or worn out. Turn off power to this fan at the breaker, remove the switch cover and examine this switch. It's possible the switch is just dry and stuck, a little 3-in-1 oil may help, or some part might need replacing. This switch is located inside the housing where the blade arms come together, the light and fan switches are both under this cover.
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    How can I connect two green wires from the fan to the ceiling wire?
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    Green wire is the safety ground. To connect to your fans junction-box with the paper-jacket wire into the metal box with a screw. If the box is plastic, just connect the two wires, green of fan to paper-jacket of feed wire w/ a wire nut.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4rLZlSVfw4
      2. ↑ https://www.thisoldhouse.com/how-to/how-to-install-ceiling-fan
      3. ↑ https://www.thisoldhouse.com/how-to/how-to-install-ceiling-fan
      4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4rLZlSVfw4
      5. ↑ https://www.dummies.com/home-garden/home-improvement/electrical-wiring/how-to-install-a-ceiling-fan/
      6. ↑ https://www.dummies.com/home-garden/home-improvement/electrical-wiring/how-to-install-a-ceiling-fan/
      7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzjW9-xn0Ms
      8. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzjW9-xn0Ms
      9. ↑ https://www.energystar.gov/products/lighting_fans/ceiling_fans/installation_usage_tips
      1. ↑ https://www.energystar.gov/products/lighting_fans/ceiling_fans/installation_usage_tips

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