It feels like it isn't retracting properly when pulled. There are times I have to pull it MANY times before it will work. It is hooked up to the light switch, so I could use that if I have to, but I like for the fan to run all the time, and only use the light sometimes. Can I/Do I need to spray some WD40 at the inlet?
Thanks!
2007-03-13 02:04:31 · 5 answers · asked by plady100 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
turn off the power at the fuse panel, remove the light fixture from the fan, check to see if the wire nuts are tight on the switch. if the connections are good, the switch is worn out. remove the wire nuts, then the nut on the outside of the switch and slide the switch in to remove. bring the switch along with you when you go to buy the replacement so that the new one will mount correctly. the wires are interchangeable on the switch but you can mark them if you want to. good luck, hope this helps.
2007-03-13 04:30:01 · answer #1 · answered by car dude 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can buy a new switch for less than 5 bucks with instructions on how the replace it, turn off the electricity first and no do not spray a liquid like wd40 into an electric anything.
2007-03-13 11:25:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
pull chains on ceiling fans are notorious for going bad. Any home improvement center will have replacements. Just take the old one with you when you get the new one.
2007-03-13 10:49:02 · answer #3 · answered by onemocc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to replace the pull chain. It is fairly simple and very inexpensive. You can pick one up at any hardware store and the directions are on the package.
2007-03-13 09:08:35 · answer #4 · answered by dorie0371 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like the switch inside is faulty you can change them i got mine from a hardware store not very exspencive
2007-03-13 09:14:26 · answer #5 · answered by debi_loucks2003 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋