Wiring a Ceiling Fan Remote Control

';	I’m installing a ceiling fan with a remote control for fan and light, my old fan was controlled by a wall switch, how do I wire the remote receiver? © By: Dave Rongey

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[ad#block]Question: I’m installing a ceiling fan with a remote control for fan and light. My old fan was controlled by a wall switch and the light was controlled by two switches.
I have a red, black and white wire from my supply circuit how do I wire the remote receiver? Nothing works at this time.

Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Heidi

The Following links will assist you with your electrical question:

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