How do I reset my Westinghouse ceiling fan remote?

Turn off the electricity to the ceiling fan. Turn the electricity to the ceiling fan back on. Within 60 seconds of restoring power, hold down the SET button inside the battery compartment for 5 seconds to pair the remote with your ceiling fan.

Why is my remote controlled fan not working?

Perhaps the most common cause for a ceiling fan remotes not working is either a lack of batteries or dead batteries. If your remote control has an indicator light, check to see if it comes on. If it doesn’t, that’s a good sign that it has a battery problem. Use a battery tester to make sure the batteries have a charge.

Can a fan remote go bad?

The remote receiver varies the voltage and current to change the fan motor speed. But ceiling fan remote control units can go bad too. Before you even think about tearing the fan apart to diagnose a problem, replace the batteries in the transmitter first.

What should I do if my Ceiling Fan remote is not working?

Tip: If the ceiling fan still doesn’t work, there may be a problem with the wire connections. If the ceiling fan remote is still not working after these steps, you should replace it. If you cannot find a remote control from the same brand as the ceiling fan, get a universal ceiling fan remote.

How do you fix a fan that won’t turn on?

Adjust the dip switch to match the frequency and reassemble the fan. Install the batteries into the new universal remote control. Turn on the fan and pair the universal remote to the fan by pressing the startup buttons according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Why is my Ceiling Fan not on the right frequency?

If the remote control is within range and has charged batteries, the ceiling fan and the remote control may not be on the right frequency. Ceiling fans have a dip (for “dual in-line package”) switch for setting the frequency. Follow these steps to set or reset the frequency of the ceiling fan.

How do I install a wireless receiver in my Ceiling Fan?

If you need to install a wireless receiver in the fan, shut off the power, remove the canopy as described in step 4 and install the receiver according to manufacturer’s instructions. Adjust the dip switch to match the frequency and reassemble the fan. Install the batteries into the new universal remote control.