Basic Ceiling Fan Remote Control Problems
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How should I troubleshoot a problem with a ceiling fan remote control? The Most Common Causes of Ceiling Fan Remote Control Problems. © By: Dave Rongey |
Ceiling Fan Remote Control Problem
Electrical Question: How should I troubleshoot a problem with a ceiling fan remote control?
- The remote control ceiling fan is not responding to the remote control at all, it does not turn the fan or light on.
- The circuit breaker is not tripped off.
- How should I go about troubleshooting?
- Is it feasible to remove the remote and operate manually?
- The fan is in a rental house so I can’t view it now.
Any general info might help.
Additional Comments:
I’m encouraged to do this myself, Thanks.
This question came from Bill, a Handyman from Pantego, Texas.
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Bill.
Troubleshoot a Ceiling Fan Remote Control Problem
The Most Common Causes of Ceiling Fan Remote Control Problems
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- Is the battery in the Ceiling Fan Remote Control good?
- Are the Pull Chains on the Ceiling Fan in the ON Setting?
- Is the DIP Switch Setting in the Remote Control the same as the DIP Switch Setting of the Ceiling Fan Receiver Module?
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