How to Install a Ceiling Fan

Installing a ceiling fan is a relatively simple DIY job if you already have an existing junction box in your ceiling. If you do not have a junction box wired in the ceiling, then we recommend that you hire a certified electrician to do the job. In most cases, an experienced electrician can run wires to the location where you want your fan installed regardless of whether there is an attic. A good electrician can fish the wires through the ceiling so that they are not exposed even on the first floor of a 2 story room.

You will find installation manuals that are specific to some of the ceiling fans on our site located in the specifications section of their corresponding product detail pages. However, since installation manuals are not available in .pdf format for every fan, you can refer to the generic manual below from Hunter Fan Company to get an idea about what is involved in the project.

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Question #9276 - Posted: 1/28/2012 12:03:56 PM

Ceiling Fans Question - Fanimation Model MA25AB-220

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do you sell this fan with the blades

Answer: Yes we do. I had to make some corrections to the fan since it has been discontinued, there is a limited supply of compatible items that are still available. The light fixture that was previously shown with the fan is no longer available, so I changed the picture to show the fan without lights. The blades are now showing as a viable option. There is a very limited supply of these fans still in stock at Fanimation.

Question #9275 - Posted: 1/28/2012 11:31:53 AM

Ceiling Fans Question - Montecarlo Model MC-5DCR52RB

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The description forMontecarlo DC52 (DC Motor) Ceiling Fan Model 5DCR52RB states "Comes with 7 Speed hand held remote control system with reverse. Included with DC52 fans" but in specifications it says 3 speed, So, is the fan 3 or 7 speed?

Answer: The Montecarlo DC52 ceiling fans do in fact come with a 7 speed remote control. The reference to 3 speeds was a mistake on our website and has been corrected. Thanks for pointing this out.

Question #9270 - Posted: 1/28/2012 10:51:49 AM

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i have a eastview ceiling fan model l 1062 can i oil the motor if so where and what causes the humming noise

Answer: The only ceiling fans made that are designed to be oiled are the Hunter Original cast iron ceiling fans. All other fans have sealed bearings and are not designed to be oiled. The Eastview ceiling fan you own is a Harbor Breeze ceiling fan, which is sold by Lowes. Harbor Breeze is their own house brand and we do not recommend them or offer support for them. Fans like yours that are sold at home centers are generally very inexpensive low quality models that are mass produced in China and imported directly by the mass merchant. These types of ceiling fans tend to make noise and there is usually nothing you can do to get rid of it short of replacing the fan with a better quality brand like those you see on our website.

Use this link on our site to learn more about ceiling fan quality and Find Out Who Makes the Best Ceiling Fans.

Question #9269 - Posted: 1/12/2012 4:02:30 PM

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We are looking for a clear globe about 10 inchs accross with a center hole for a pull chain and a secound hole about 1 " off center for a second pull chain. The first pull c hain is for the light and the second pull chain is for the fan.

Answer: Unfortunately we cannot find replacement globes based on dimensions or descriptions since they are rarely interchangeable between brands due to the way they are attached. If you email me some pictures of your fan and the broken glass I may recognize it. You can also look on the top of the fan motor for a label that has the brand and model number. Email me that along with your pictures and I'll see if I can be more help. Email this info to: gregt@hansenwholesale.com

It may also be easier to simply replace the entire light fixture if it is the kind that attaches separately to the bottom of the fan. I will know once I see your pictures.

Question #9265 - Posted: 1/8/2012 10:02:16 AM

Ceiling Fans Question - Minka Aire Model F842-SDBK

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RE Minka Aire F842-SDBK Ceiling Fan, The top of the fan will be visiable from our second floor balcony. Is the top of the fan closed or open? Can you provide a picture looking down on the fan? Thank you John

Answer: Although we do not have any pictures of the Minka Aire Vintagecraft ceiling fan taken from a vantage point above the fan, I can assure you that the fan is not open on top, so it will look just fine from your second floor balcony.

Question #9264 - Posted: 1/8/2012 9:43:20 AM

Ceiling Fans Question - Minka Aire Model F517-BN

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Is there a shorter downrod for the Concept I? I like it better than the Concept II but have ceilings that are only 7 foot 11.

Answer: The Minka Aire Concept I ceiling fan does not have a shorter downrod option. It comes with both 3 1/2" and 6" downrods in the box. The measurement from ceiling to blades is 13" with the 3 1/2" downrod, which will put the fan 2" lower than building code requirements. For ceilings lower than 8 feet, you certainly should be looking at flushmounted ceiling fans. I would highly recommend The Minka Aire Concept II.

Question #9251 - Posted: 12/31/2011 9:16:28 AM

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We have a Casablanca Airflow Builder's Choice Gallery Edition installed in 2009. We've recently remove 2 floors worth of chimney which shook the house quite a bit. When the light on the fan is turned on from the wall switch ( not near or associated with chimney chute) the light bulbs blink and will not steadily light. The bulbs were switched out and the problem still occurs. I appreciate any suggestions you may offer. Thanks for your time.

Answer: 2 things to check:

1) Check all electrical wiring connections between the fan and the ceiling and where the light fixture connects to the fan.
2) Make sure you have light bulbs that are NOT a higher wattage than the fixture is rated for. The US Gov. has placed restrictions on the maximum wattage for ceiling fan lights and requires certain types of light fixtures to have "Limiters" or "Fuses" that are triggered when the wattage exceeds 190 watts.

Question #9250 - Posted: 12/31/2011 9:12:53 AM

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HamptonBay Set f c remote.replaced the batteries and now it says it needs programming. No user instructions avail. Any ideas please?

Answer: Hampton Bay is a Home Depot house brand, so they are not sold anywhere else. You are going to need to contact Home Depot to see if they are willing to help you with their own product. We provide service and support for our own customers or for those who are considering purchasing one of our fans and have related questions.

Question #9233 - Posted: 12/22/2011 12:51:39 PM

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I have a Concord Y-218A fan trying to figure how to get top light assembly to work.

Answer: We do not recommend or sell Concord ceiling fans nor do we offer support for them. I suggest you contact the manufacturer by using this link: Concord Ceiling Fans

Question #9232 - Posted: 12/16/2011 8:48:30 AM

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Do you offer free shipping on selected items due to the holidays or do you offer free shipping year around?

Answer: We offer FREE shipping year around. However, the selected items we offer free shipping for will vary depending on the season. Right now during the holidays, we offer FREE shipping on the most items.

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