How To Change Fan Switch On Ceiling Fan

Turn the ceiling fan s circuit break off to disconnect the electricity.

How to change fan switch on ceiling fan. If you re replacing an old switch all you ll need to do is to swap out the existing equipment and connect the new fan control switch. Set the switch in the upper position. Usually it doesn t matter which black lead you connect to the black conductor wire going to the fan load or line.

Look for the switch housing on the ceiling fan directly below the fan blades. Just type lsailor1 in the youtube search bar. How to replace a ceiling fan pull chain switch method 1 of 4.

How to replace ceiling fan switches with four wires. The switch housing. This video describes an easy way to replace a 3 speed ceiling switch.

Turn the power off at the circuit breaker for safety. Leverage open the tabs along the. Removing the fixture housing.

New fan switches come with two black leads load and one green ground. Switch to lower position and turn on power and switch to be sure fan spins in the opposite direction. The switch will work either way.

Pop open the switch using a small screwdriver. Take note of the rotational direction and turn off the switch then the power. Turn on the power then turn on the fan at the wall switch.