How to Turn on Ceiling Fan without Remote | Step by Step Guide

Ceiling fans are easier to regulate from a distance because the switch on the motor module is difficult to reach. Connect the cord to the switch on the motor module to control the remote ceiling fan without using the remote control. Let’s learn how to turn on ceiling fan without remote.

How to Manually Control a Remote-Controlled Ceiling Fan

• Stand on the steps next to the ceiling fan. Measure the distance from the switch on the fan motor cover to the floor with a meter. 
• Use a meter to measure the distance from the legs to the neck. Subtract the measurement from you from the measurement from the fan. 
• Purchase a chain cable that is the same length as the last recorded number.
• Thread one end of the chain cord through the hole in the switch’s loop. Squeeze the eyelet and the chain using pliers.
• Insert the other end of the chain cable into the metal cable handle. Press the sides at the top of the cord handle with pliers to secure the end of the cord inside.
• Turn on the ceiling fan motor by pulling the handle. To change the speed of the fan blades, pull the handle twice more. Pull the handle again to turn off the engine.

How to Convert a Remote-Controlled Ceiling Fan to Switching Mode

While some fans are controlled by remote control, you may not want to use them this way. Fortunately, converting remote-controlled ceiling fans to switch fans is a relatively simple project for most ceiling fan models and can be done by most homeowners.

Before you start

You must turn off the power to the circuit breaker for safety reasons before embarking on any electrical project. Also, use a non-contact voltage tester before touching any wires. Use a voltage tester to check the wires in the ceiling and the wires in the fan.

None of them should be energized if you turn off the power properly at the switch level. If the voltage tester shows a voltage level, do not proceed.

Ceiling fan disassembly

then find the wiring box for the fan. It is often hung from a bracket on the ceiling. Look inside after cutting it open for the remote. This portion of your fan may be round or triangular. It has to be wired on both sides.

If the receiver cables are attached to other wires within the box by screws or nuts, take them off and unplug them to detach the receiver. then totally remove the remote control.

To operate the ceiling fan, the electricity must be connected to the wiring in the ceiling. The wall switch will be used to turn on and off the fan. Usually, the power supply’s wires are color-coded.

Check the wiring on the fan and the ceiling, as well. The fan’s white and black wires should be attached to the white and black wires on the ceiling, respectively; the other cables may be green or red.

To connect the same wires, use wire nuts. To connect the wire ends if the power source is made of metal, use a pigtail connection. Replace each wire carefully after finishing this procedure to reconnect to the power source. Replace all of the ceiling fan’s component components after that, and tighten any nuts or screws holding it in place.

Steps to completion

Close the circuit breaker once the fan assembly is complete. Use the remote control. This isn’t going to work any longer. Turn on the switch to which the ceiling fan is connected. The fan should now turn off and on when you flip the switch.

If not, you’ll need to restart the process by turning off the power and double-checking the cable connections. Before touching the wiring, make sure you use a voltage tester once you’ve opened the circuit breaker. 

What is the procedure for resynchronizing the ceiling fan remote control?

Ceiling fans and their remote controls, like your phone and a wireless speaker or headphones, usually “pair” with each other. However, you may need to resynchronize the controller with the fan from time to time.

Again, the exact steps may vary for different brands but are mostly the same.

Start by shutting off the ceiling fan with the wall switch and waiting a few seconds to resynchronize the remote control. When the fan is turned off, you will be advised to wait 10 to 30 seconds.

After some time has passed, restart the fan. Here, the procedure may differ slightly depending on the brand of your ceiling fan. Some may have a pairing button on or behind the remote control, and it should work when pressed. If your remote control does not have a pairing button, you must consult the user manual. Your ceiling fan and remote control may be compatible.

How to Turn on the Ceiling Fan without a Remote 

Let’s say your remote control doesn’t work, and you still need to turn on the ceiling fan. Is there any other way to accomplish this? Yes, there is. However, this depends on the fan model and connection when you first purchased it.

You see, the ceiling fan also has two other mechanisms for turning it on or off: the cable or circuit and the wall switch.

Wall switch

Depending on where you are, you may notice that people rely on a wall switch with a speed control knob or slider bar. If you have such an installation at home, turning on the ceiling fan is easy even without a remote control. You can even adjust the fan speed without difficulty.

However, not all ceiling fans are wired in this manner. If so, you have a second option – a cord or a chain.

The pull cord or chain

Some ceiling fans come standard with a cord or chain. You can change the fan’s speed and switch it on or off by pulling this cord. Assuming your fan isn’t too high above the ground, it will work as a simple bypass when you don’t have a remote control.

You may need to ask someone else to install this chain for you. The fan may have a backup mechanism but not include the actual circuit or cable as a standard feature. 

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I turn on the ceiling fan without a switch?

To control the ceiling fan remotely without using the remote, add a tow cord to the tow switch on the motor module. The cable tie can be purchased at a hardware store or garden and patio store, and the necessary tools are already available in most households.

Is it possible to use my phone as a ceiling fan remote?

Turn on the fan, control the fan speed, and turn on the lights – all from your iPhone, Android phone, tablet, Amazon Echo, or Google Home Assistant. With BOND, you’ll be able to use these smart devices to perform the same functions as your remote control. Voice commands can be used to control the ceiling fan.

How do I turn on my ceiling fan?

The direction of the ceiling fan in summer should be counterclockwise to create a downdraft which creates a direct cooling breeze. The fan’s direction in winter should be clockwise to create an updraft and circulate warm air in the room.

Do you need to use a fan remote control?

Not all fans have a remote-control option, but most do. Some will have it as a standard form of control. Others will have a power cord or wall control and offer an optional remote control. Remote-controlled ceiling fans offer many benefits, but they are not the right solution for everyone. 

Conclusion

Since ceiling fan remotes are not powerful devices, their range is limited. If your remote isn’t working, consider whether you’re too far away from it. Finding a replacement remote control for your ceiling fan can sometimes be frustrating. Depending on the model, you may not be able to find a replacement at all.