If you are looking for instructions on how to install your Hampton Bay ceiling fan then you would probably need to consult the manual for your particular model of ceiling fan. Because there are so many different models and makes you are best to visit a site that has the manuals for every make and model or that is able to locate the manual for you.
The best website for tis we have found for this can be found here at Hampton Bay Ceiling Fans. You will find most models and makes of not only hampton Bay but also Hunter. They invite you to leave a comment if you need a particular guide thats not listed and will locate the installation fan instructions for you. Notice what wikihow says regarding installation:
1 Turn off the power to the light's circuit breaker or fuse at the service panel. Once this is done, only then should you remove the light fixture. This can be tested by flipping wall switches or using a circuit tester on the actual light fixture. If there is a pre-existing fixture, remove it and disconnect the wiring. A fan presents a dynamic physical load that is usually much heavier than typical ceiling fixtures that present a static load. Because of these two qualities, if a fan rated box is not already present, the old box will need to be replaced with one that is.
2 If there is no central light fixture, determine the center of the room, using one of the below techniques. Fasten the new fan rated junction box directly to the nearest joist.
- Snap diagonal chalk lines from opposite corners of the room. The lines will cross in the exact center of the room. (Much easier.)
- Use a tape measure to measure the walls, and find the halfway points. (If you really can't get hold of a chalk line.)
1 Obtain a FAN RATED BOX from home supply or electrical supply store. It will likely be best to buy the old work (not new construction) style if you do not have access to the ceiling from above. There are two types of old work boxes; one fan rated box is designed to straddle an existing joist; this style can be easier to install, but requires that you find the joist rather than avoid it. The other type has an adjustable bar that expands to span between two joists, it can be a little more involved to install but allows more mounting location choices. Either type works equally well.2 After determining where you want to install the fan, assess your ability to get power to it. See the tips section below for some ideas for a power source. Adjust this location as needed. Next, cut a hole by hand with a sheetrock saw; just large enough to feel around with your fingers to check for potential obstructions for the box. This small opening will make patching easier if it is an unsuitable location.
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