Ceiling fan/light?

Question

The lighting fixture of the ceiling fan in my kitchen blew out. I changed the bulb, but nothing. The fan continues to work. Should I reset the circuit breakers or is there something more to this? Thanks.

Answer 1

I have seen this time and time again. You probably bought the light fixture from a discount place, right? They are rated for 60 watt bulbs, but the sockets they install do not hold up. The wires are riveted instead of screwed into the light bases. The rivet loosens, causing an arc, and then burning of the wires. Ultimately, you will see a bulb out, and when you replace it, it still won't work. These are foreign made, and do not hold up.

I can't tell you how many light sockets I have replaced for people on these. I believe I did 2 last week. Go to the hardware store and pick up some new sockets, and replace the one that's burning. There will be more, so pick up spares.

Remember to shut off the power before doing any electrical replacements.

Answer 2

Do you hear a click when you pull the chain? If yes, ignore me,as the above poster is probably right and it is the socket.
If not, we have had this happen a couple times. We figured out, for us, it was the pull chain for the light. You can find the part anywhere you can buy the fans. I found one at Lowes.com to show you what part I am talking about. They call it a 3 wire switch kit. This one happens to be Harbor Breeze, but you should be able to find a more general brand.
You can also buy the socket in the same area of the store. Both are simple change outs as long as you know basic electrical. If not, pick up a book in store and read how it is done. Then put book back on rack. Good luck, hope this helped you.

Answer 3

The question is, whether or not the electricity is actually getting to the lamp socket. You could stick your finger in the socket to find out but I wouldn't recommend that. Try another bulb, make certain that it is screwed in properly, and check for any problems with the switch.

The light and fan are typically (not always) on the same circuit so if the fan works the lamp should work also.

If you try the above without success I would suggest calling someone who is more familiar with electrical circuitry to assist. It can be painful and sometimes fatal.

Good luck.

Answer 4

Looks like you're buying a new fan. Your fan will work but you will most likely have to get work done on the electrical for the light. It may be more cost efficient just to replace it??