Hunter 20764A Quick Start Manual

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Hunter Fan Company

 

41681-01 • 02/20/04

Step 1  Choose the Fan Site
Proper ceiling fan location and attachment to the building structure are 
essential for safety, reliable operation, maximum effi  ciency, and energy 
savings.

Choose a fan site where:

•  No object can come in contact with the rotating fan blades during normal 

operation.

•   e fan blades are at least 7 feet above the fl oor and the ceiling is at least 8 

feet high.

•   e fan blades have no obstructions to air fl ow, such as walls or posts, 

within 30 inches of the fan blade tips.

•   e fan is directly below a joist or support brace that will hold the outlet 

box and the full weight of the fan.

Tools and Supplies You May Need 

Checklist for Existing Fan Site 
If you want to use an existing fan site, complete the following 
checklist to determine if the site is acceptable and safe for your 
new Hunter fan. If you cannot check off  every item, prepare a new 
fan site as described on this page.  

Fan Support System

Fan attaches directly to building structure.

Fan support system will hold full weight of the fan and light 
kit.

Ceiling Hole

o

   e outlet box clearance hole is directly below the joist or 

support brace.

Outlet Box

o

   e outlet box is an UL-approved octagonal 4” x 1-1/2” outlet 

box (or as specifi ed by the support brace manufacturer).

o

   e outlet box is secured to the joist or support brace by 

wood screws and washers through the inner holes of outlet 
box.

o

   e outer holes of the outlet box are aligned with joist or 

support brace.

o

   e bottom of the outlet box is recessed a minimum of 1/16” 

into ceiling.

Wiring

o

   e electrical cable is secured to outlet box by an approved 

connector.

o

  Six inches of lead wires extend from outlet box.

If your existing fan site is suitable, go to your fan manual and begin 
with 2 • Installing the Ceiling Plate.

Step  2 Cut the Ceiling Hole
2-1.  Locate the site for the ceiling hole directly below the joist or support 

brace that will hold the outlet box and fan.

2-2.  Cut a 4” diameter hole through the drywall or plaster of the ceiling. You 

will use the hole to install the support brace and outlet box.

Step 3  Install a Support Brace, If Necessary
Determine if there is a ceiling joist directly above the ceiling hole. If the joist 
is there, determine if it is positioned to allow you to recess the outlet box a 
minimum of 1/16” into the ceiling. If NOT, install a support brace as follows:
3-1.  Attach a 2” x 4” support brace between two joists.  Position it to allow 

you to recess the bottom of the outlet box a minimum of 1/16” into the 
ceiling. 

3-2.  Check the support brace to ensure it will support the full weight of the 

fan and light kit. 

Step 4  Install the Outlet Box
4-1.  Obtain a UL-approved octagonal 4” x 1-1/2” outlet box, plus two #8 x 

1-1/2” wood screws and washers, available from any hardware store or 
electrical supply house.

4-2.  Orient the outlet box so that both the inner and outer holes in the box 

align with the joist or support brace.

4-3.  Drill pilot holes no larger than the minor diameter of the wood screws 

(5/64”) through the inner holes of the outlet box.

4-4.  Attach the outlet box directly to the support brace or joist with two #8 x 

1-1/2” wood screws and washers.   e bottom of the outlet box must be 
recessed a minimum of 1/16” into the ceiling.

Step 5 Prepare the Wiring
5-1.  Make sure the circuit breakers to the fan supply line leads and associated 

wall switch location are turned off .  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. 

5-2.   read the fan supply line through the outlet box so that the fan supply 

line extends at least 6” beyond the box.

5-3.  Attach the fan supply line to the outlet box with an approved connector, 

available at any hardware store or electrical supply house.

5-4.  Make certain the wiring meets all national and local standards and ANSI/

NFPA 70.

You have now successfully prepared your ceiling fan site.  For instructions to 
install your ceiling fan, go to your fan manual and continue with 2 • Installing 
the Ceiling Plate
.

 CAUTION:  All wiring must be in 

accordance with national and local electrical 
codes and ANSI/NFPA 70.  If you are unfamiliar 
with wiring, use a qualifi ed electrician.

Fan Support 

System

Outlet Box

Fan Support 

System

Wiring

Suitable Existing Fan Site

•  Drill
•  Keyhole saw
•  2’ x 4’ support brace
•  UL-approved octagonal 

4” x 1-1/2” outlet box

•  Two #8 x 1-1/2” wood screws 

and washers

•  Approved connector for 

electrical wire

Preparing the Fan Site

8’ Minimum 
Ceiling Height

7’ Minimum 
to Floor

30” From 
Wall or 
Nearest 
Obstruction

Step 5

Step 4

Steps 2 – 3

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