Electrical Wiring for a Ceiling Fan

How to Remove and Install a Ceiling Fan and Switch: Wiring a Ceiling Fan and Wall Switch.

Wiring a Ceiling Fan and Switch
Electrical Question: How do I hook the wires back up to my electrical outlet and the dimmer switch for the ceiling fan?

This electrical question came from Danny, a Handyman from Denver, Colorado.

Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Danny.

How to Remove and Reinstall a Ceiling Fan Outlet or Switch

Application: Ceiling Fan Electrical Wiring.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced, Best performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor.
Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, a non-aluminum ladder and Voltage Tester.
Estimated Time: Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools and access to the switched outlet wiring and the proposed location for the ceiling fan.
Precaution: Identify the switched outlet circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.
Notice: Installing additional electrical wiring for a ceiling fan should be done according to local and national electrical codes with a permit and be inspected.

Wiring a Ceiling Fan and Wall Switch

When Removing and Reinstalling a Ceiling Fan be sure to:

Identify and Turn Off the electrical Circuit.
Mark the circuit to let inform others.
Observe and write down the wiring connections.
Identify the colors of wires with permanent markers or electrical tape.
When painting or doing other work, do not leave bare wires, always place wire connectors over the ends of the wires.
Reinstall the electrical switches, outlets, light fixtures or ceiling fans securely as they were originally found.
Be careful not to pinch any wires and make good wiring connections.
Consult the owners manual or installation manual for specific devices for detailed information.

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Home Electrical Wiring and Electrical Repairs

Please Note:
Unless otherwise posted, please refer to the following Guidelines when working on Electrical Projects:

Skill Level:
Intermediate to Advanced - Electrical Repairs and Circuit Wiring is Best Performed by a Certified Electrician or Licensed Electrical Contractor.

Electrical Tools Required:
Basic Electricians Pouch of Hand Tools, a Voltage Tester and a Multi Meter.

Estimated Time:
Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools, work with electrical wiring, and the available access to the project area.

Precaution:
Identify the project circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.

Important:
Modifying existing electrical circuits or installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and National Electrical Codes, with a permit and be inspected.

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