Can you add a wall control to any ceiling fan?
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Can you add a wall control to any ceiling fan?
While most ceiling fans are remote control adaptable, meaning a remote can be added if desired, there are some of fans that come with a remote and cannot have a switch installed (i.e. remote only). Majority of fans include a wall switch (3 speed dial) that can be fitted into any standard switch plate.
Can I connect red and black wires together ceiling fan?
Connect the red wire in the ceiling to the black wire in the light kit and the black wire in the ceiling to the black wire in the fan. Tuck the wires back into the box. Turn the power back on and test the fan.
Does a remote-controlled ceiling fan need a wall switch?
Most remote-controlled ceiling fans don’t need a wall switch, but you can use a wall switch if you want to. Remote control ceiling fans use a transmitter to control when the fan is turned on or off, which makes a wall switch completely optional.
Can ceiling fan work with remote and wall switch?
You can wire a new ceiling fan with a remote to a wall switch or retrofit an older fan to accept an aftermarket remote kit.
Do all ceiling fans work with wall switch?
How do wireless wall switches work?
Wireless switches use radio signals. The switch has a transmitter and comes with a receiver. The receiver is usually installed within a light fitting. Still, you don’t have to – it can be wired anywhere in the circuit between the power source and the positive of the light fitting.
Where does the red wire go on a ceiling fan with remote?
Connect the red wire from the ceiling to the black wire in the fan. Cap off the black and white wire from the output side of the remote receiver module….
- So the white wire on the receiver is capped?
- @user38908 The blue (or black depending on how you want it) coming out if the remote module would be capped.
Can you hardwire a remote control fan?
Then, remove the remote receiver completely. To hardwire your ceiling fan you will need to connect the fan’s power supply to the hard-wiring in your ceiling. This will enable the fan to function via a wall switch. In most instances, the wires inside of a power box are color-coded.
