Replacing a Ceiling Fan Where I Have Three Way Switches
|
What are the wire connections when replacing a ceiling fan where I have three way switches? Basic for Wiring a Ceiling Fan with Three Way Switches. |
Ceiling Fan with Three Way Switches
Electrical Question: What are the wire connections when replacing a ceiling fan where I have three way switches?
My electrical wiring project involves Replacing a Ceiling Fan.
- Replacing a ceiling fan where I have three way switches one either side of the room. Coming from each switch are 4 wires, red, white, black and bare copper ground wire. The fan has 4 wires, blue, white, black and green. I know the green connects to copper ground wire from the switches but I cant remember how to connect remaining wires. I installed the previous fan but failed to note the connections before i removed it. House is 38 years old.
This electrical wiring question came from Joseph, a Homeowner in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical wiring question Joseph.
How to Wire a Ceiling Fan Where there are Three Way Switches
Application: Wiring a Ceiling Fan.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced. This electrical project is best performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor. or Certified Electrician.
Electrical Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, Voltage Tester, and appropriate Safety Gear.
Estimated Time: Depends on the personal level experience, ability to work with tools, install electrical circuit wiring, and the available access to the project area.
Electrical Safety: Identify the electrical power source to the Ceiling Fan, turn it OFF and Tag with a Note before working with the electrical wiring.
Electrical Wiring Parts and Materials: Electrical parts and materials for the Ceiling Fan should be approved for the specific project and compliant with local and national electrical codes.
Electrical Codes and Inspections: Installing or changing home electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes as adopted in Charlotte, North Carolina. A permit and inspections may also be required.
Resources to help you do electrical wiring in your area:
Locate Electricians or Electrical Contractors in North Carolina
North Carolina Electrical Contractor License, Building Permits and Electrical Codes
Basic for Wiring a Ceiling Fan with Three Way Switches
Ceiling Fan Wiring
Unless you are changing the wiring of the three way switches you should only focus on the wires inside the ceiling electrical box and the connections to the ceiling fan wires. The three way switch wiring remains the same and should not be disturbed.
The following will provide the wiring diagrams with a full description of the wiring connections.
More about Wiring a Ceiling Fan
How to Install Ceiling Fans
Take the mystery out of ceiling fan wiring. Ceiling Fans are a great way to lower your energy bill and brighten up one of your favorite rooms.
How to Install Ceiling Fans and Wiring
Step-by-step pictures – Easy wiring diagrams and installation guide – Light and fan switch variations.
Wiring a Light Switch – Diagram 1
Wiring Diagrams
Fully Explained Light Switch Wiring Diagrams. Detailed Electrical Wiring Diagrams and Pictures assist your Home Electrical Projects.
Electrical Wire for the Home
Complete listing of electrical wire types and parts used for home projects with electrical code information serves as selection guidelines.
Electrical Grounding Methods and Requirements
Listing of electrical codes for grounding with examples of electrical grounding codes for home electrical wiring.
The following may also be helpful for you:
Learn more about Home Electrical Wiring
|
||||||||
Be Careful and Be Safe - Never Work on Energized Circuits!
Consult your Local Building Department about Permits and Inspections for all Electric Wiring Projects.
The Safest Way to Test Electrical Devices and Identify Electric Wires!The Non-Contact Electrical TesterThis is a testing tool that I have had in my personal electrical tool pouch for years, and is the first test tool I grab to help identify electrical wiring. It is a Non-contact tester that I use to easily Detect Voltage in Cables, Cords, Circuit Breakers, Lighting Fixtures, Switches, Outlets and Wires. Simply insert the end of the tester into an outlet, lamp socket, or hold the end of the tester against the wire you wish to test. Very handy and easy to use.
The Quickest Way to Check for Faulty Electrical Wiring!The Plug-In Outlet TesterThis is the first tool I grab to troubleshoot a problem with outlet circuit wiring. This popular tester is also used by most inspectors to test for power and check the polarity of circuit wiring. It detects probable improper wiring conditions in standard 110-125 VAC outlets Provides 6 probable wiring conditions that are quick and easy to read for ultimate efficiency Lights indicate if wiring is correct and indicator light chart is included Tests standard 3-wire outlets UL Listed Light indicates if wiring is incorrect Very handy and easy to use.
Strip Off Wire Insulation without Nicking and Damaging the Electric Wire!The Wire Stripper and Wire CutterMy absolute favorite wire stripping tool that I have had in my personal electrical tool pouch for years, and this is the tool I use to safely strip electrical wires. This handy tool has multiple uses: The wire gauges are shown on the side of the tool so you know which slot to use for stripping insulation. The end of the tool can be used to grip and bend wire which is handy for attaching wire onto the screw terminals of switches and outlets.. The wire stripper will work on both solid and stranded wire. This tool is Very Handy and Easy to Use. |
||
| More articles about Ceiling Fans, Electrical Wiring and Home Electrical Wiring: | |
| « Previous | Next » |
| Living Room Ceiling Light Not Working | How to Wire 220 Volt Receptacle Outlets |
