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    May 31, 2014, 04:08 PM
    Installing light kit to craftmade ceiling fan
    Im trying to put a light kit on an outdoor craftmade ceiling fan but there is no blue or black wire to put with the black wire on light kit. I have a red, brown or purple
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    Jun 3, 2014, 06:02 PM
    How about this guide? It describes how to wire your ceiling fan by wire color.

    Does that help?
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    Jun 3, 2014, 06:18 PM
    You will need to get a hot lead through the motor shaft. Easiest way is to run a coat hanger up, tape a blue wire on the hanger and pull back down. You will also need a neutral.
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