Ceiling Fan Pull Switch Repair - How to repair fan with single light fixture

You can find the pull switch in the lighting section. Home Depot and Lowes have a whole section of spare parts for ceiling fans. Just be sure you read the package and get the right kind.


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[anastasiapavitch]

Thank you, now I know I do not have to buy a whole new fan with lights, thank you. I appreciate this.

[conniemaros]

We fixed my fan today per your instructions. You made it so simple and it was. Afraid I was going to have to call an electrician. Many thanks for your video.

[LiberalLu]

Do you know how many videos I had to watch before getting to yours, which was, the best by far. Thank you for the shot, explanation & simplicity. Ive subscribed, & now I can show my girlfriend I can DYI as well as she does!

[martygentry]

Thank u! Stay at home mom (me) just did this using a screwdriver and manicure tools. Lol and now the light switch that's been broken for a while now actually WORKS!! YAY!

[iamric]

Very good information, however there is one thing that I never saw after watching several of these types of videos. I bought a 3 speed double capacitor fan switch at home depot. It went in real easy, and then when I turned on the fan it worked. However, the fan would not turn off, so I figured that it was faulty. Well when I got back to the store and was about to select the same switch, I notice that there was another switch of the same size but I noticed that it said single capacitor. I asked the guy who was in that department and he said more than likely, this would be the switch for your fan. Well he was right, and now it works like new. So be sure to know which capacitor your fan is set up for.

[tomdibiase]

Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to make this video! You showed how simple it is and saved me from having to pay an electrician to do a 5 min job!!

[robbernie]

Great video! Straight to the point with clear, concise directions. Thanks!

[nkbabyof]

Thank you Adam! I have the exact same fan & I wanted to make sure I was replacing the chain correctly. This is going to be WAY easier than I thought.
(Runs off to get the ladder)

[asabove_sobelow_]

Excellent instructions!
Concise, pretty clear (since I can see) and short, sweet and to the point! Kudos.

[cristianochaparo]

tnx alot Adam your video help me out alot my ceiling fan light and fan wasn't working and thanks to you I was able to fix it less than 30 minutes .once again tnx and keep up the good work bro .hope your videos keeps helping other people out their in need of help.

[Nancy........]

Just like my fan and popcorn ceiling :) Thanks for the guide.

[m.elainebates]

Thx for yr thorough videos.My chain broke off n now my fan is stuck on 1 speed.But by watching I now believe that I can repair it myself.I watched 2 of yr other videos n now Im a subscriber! 'Preciate ya!

[davidburnham]

Thanks, this worked greatl. I ordered the pull switch that matched what was in the fixture just to be on the safe side since this had multiple lights (chandelier type).

[maryfelder]

How do you tighten the screw when you putting the bowl back on after you change the bulb

[keithblock]

Very nice instructional video and very simple fix. One point to emphasis is that just turning off the light switch is not adequate to ensure the power is off. occasionally the switch is on the neutral side and the power stays on to the light and you become the ground.

[umio.]

Hello AdamDIY,

I am very happy to see your video for replacing the pull switch for the fan you demonstrated with.
I have the same one which has been working for a long time.
However, the chain for the power/speed switch broke due to the material made with plastic.
I would like to ask you if you ever had replaced it?
I would love to know how to repair it.
I truly appreciate your response if it’s possible.
Thank you very much.

[mandyw]

Awesome. Thank you so much. Now I just have to find a way to reach my 9 feet high ceiling.

[UndercoverCheese]

How do you take the chain apart? The chain snapped inside, and instead of dealing with the wires, I was going to add an extension chain.

[tbone]

Outstanding! Very descriptive and easy to follow. Answered all possible questions. Thanks!

[jimvanover]

I hope it’s not confusing to ask but, I need to get to the second chain switch which runs down the middle of the pole from mounting through fan and lights. It seems like I’ve taken apart all I can, but haven’t found that switch. Help?