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Remote controlled ceiling Fan: Replacing Ceiling Fan That Has Separate Light Fixture

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 12:04:24 -0700

I have a Hampton Bay fan on my porch, as well as a separate light fixture. They are both controlled by a Hampton Bay remote, and are both wired to the same wall switch.

My light works well, but the fan's rotation is way too slow and a new capacitor didn't fix it. The fan is old and not the style I want, so I'm prepared to replace it.

Is there anything I need to consider about replacing the fan, knowing that I still want the light to be controlled via remote? I'm worried that if I replace the current fan with a new one, I won't be able to control the light anymore.

⟐ Answered January 30, 2024 at 12:04 MST

Remote controlled ceiling Fan: Remote Doesn't "Talk" To The Fan

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 12:40:55 -0700

I watched* my electrician reset the code within the fan housing (a small plastic ‘box’ with dip switches) a couple of years back the first time the remote/fan combination quit working. Well, it stopped working again.

Thought I’d save a few $$ and have a look myself; have the bezel removed (and blades) to gain access inside the housing. There are two small possible switch units, but I don’t want to go further in dismantling the fan for fear of going a step too far and creating a bigger mess.

Suggestions welcome.

*Apparently not closely enough.

⟐ Commented March 03, 2020 at 12:40 MST