Putting In A Ceiling Fan

Connect the black wire.

Putting in a ceiling fan. Rooms that measure about 75 square feet need a fan with a 29 to 36 inch blade diameter. Wiring ceiling fans can seem complicated but the task really just depends on the type of fan you are installing and how you want it to operate. You will also need to remove protective wire nuts on the lighting unit.

The basic installation of a ceiling fan is no different from that of a standard light fixture. If the room size is 144 to 225 square feet. Whether you are looking to wire a ceiling fan with lights to one power switch or add a fan in a room without a switch source this guide will teach you how to wire a ceiling fan using four common scenarios and the best wiring methods.

If the fan has a slide on bracket you can leave the mounting bolts on the junction box and simply slide the fan bracket. Connect the white wire from the fan and white wire from the receiver marked to motor with a wire nut. Use wire nuts to attach the fan s black or colored wire and white wire to matching wires in the ceiling box.

If the wiring has a green ground wire attach it to the green or bare wire in the box. Ceiling fans can be used effectively in rooms with high ceilings by installing fans with down rods. For rooms measuring 76 to 144 square feet choose a fan with a blade diameter of 36 to 42 inches.

While the process will vary a little bit depending on the exact fan you buy the basics of ceiling fan installation are relatively simple. The ceiling fan you install should be the right size for the room. Next secure the mounting bracket to the box.

Find an appropriate wrench that will allow you. To connect the ceiling fan wiring and receiver wires follow the steps below. Connect the grounding wires from the ceiling downrod and hanging bracket with a wire nut.