Wiring Ceiling Fan Without Remote

Converting remote control operated ceiling fans to switch operated fans is a fairly simple project for most ceiling fan models.

Wiring ceiling fan without remote. It can be accomplished by removing the remote receiver and reconnecting the wires to the appropriate colored wires in the ceiling that run to the desired switch. There is a remote inside the inner working of the fan which responds to a remote control. A remote controlled ceiling fan bypasses one of the wall switches and allows for remote access to the ceiling fan s workings. Last week i posted an article about successfully rewiring my remote control ceiling fan to bypass the remote and work off of the 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. Step by step instruction on how to wiring a ceiling fan with a remote control. 1 flip off the circuit breaker controlling the wall switch in the room. I had a couple questions and judging by the lack of help i was able to find online i thought i would put the information out there.

I am not a certified electrician. A remote can speed up or slow down the fan turn the fan on and off or turn the lights connected to the ceiling fan on and off.