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    dhrobertson Posts: 9, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 16, 2007, 12:13 PM
    Replaced pull chain switch, now fan won't stop turning
    First I want to say thanks for the help so far. I had to replace the pull chain switch in a Hampton Bay fan. I was unsure of the wire configuration and was able to find some helpful information to get me started. I have installed the switch and the fan now works on all 3 speeds, but it will not stop running using the pull chain. The only way to get it to stop is with the wall switch. I rearranged the wires, but that didn't make a difference. Any suggestions on what I might try next? The house is being sold and I either need to get the fan to work correctly or replace it.

    Thanks,
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    Jun 16, 2007, 12:26 PM
    What colors do you have on L, 1, 2, and 3?
    One option. Find combination for high speed, connect without switch, and install Fan control?
    Colors important.
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    Jun 16, 2007, 12:33 PM
    The colors are:
    L - Black
    1 - Orange
    2 - Purple
    3 - Yellow

    I'm not clear what you mean by "Find combination for high speed, connect without switch, and install Fan control?" From the testing I did, the high speed wire is orange.

    Thanks,
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    Jun 16, 2007, 01:02 PM
    Try:
    L Orange
    1 Black
    2 Yellow
    3 Purple

    Hope that works.
    I was saying, pull until high speed, remove switch, check combination of switch contacts.
    Duplicate with wirenuts instead of switch.
    L may connect to 2 numbers at a time. (L connected to 1+2 for 1 of the Speeds)
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    Jun 16, 2007, 05:49 PM
    Thanks! Switching the wires seems to have fixed the problem. Everything seems to be working fine now.
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    Jun 16, 2007, 07:25 PM
    For future reference:

    Ceiling fan pull chain replacement and repair - Ceiling Fans N More

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