Fix Ceiling Fan Pull Chain
Remove the old switch.
Fix ceiling fan pull chain. Leverage open the tabs along the. If your ceiling fan or the light on the fan doesn t work when the chain is pulled then the problem is most likely a broken fan pull chain switch. Pop open the switch using a small screwdriver.
Instructions add a pull chain extension. How to replace a ceiling fan pull chain switch method 1 of 4. The plate is typically held on to the rest of the housing with three screws on the.
Repair a ceiling fan pull chain switch. Removing the fixture housing. This video is for en.
Pull chain switches for light fixtures and ceiling fans can become a problem over time due to internal worn out parts a broken pull chain and in some cases the pull chain switch contacts may just wear out and stop working. This is an easy fix that takes little time. If the remaining pull chain on the ceiling fan extends at least half an inch out of the fan.
The switch will also need to be replaced if the chain will not pull down or if it broke off inside the fan housing. Unscrew the ceiling fan base. If needed take it.
Climb a ladder to access the fan and open the cover plate at the bottom of the fan where the pull chain enters. Turn the power off at the circuit breaker for safety. When ceiling fan pull chain is broken inside of the ceiling fan.