If I replace the supplied wall switch with a standard on/off switch, can I just control the fan from a wireless handheld unit?
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Depends. You can buy wireless unit that is made for the fan. That will work. I'm haven't tried, but am doubtful, that any other wireless setup will give you all the features (forward, backward, varying speeds).
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I initially had trouble with a second fan in my bedroom operated by the Carrera remote. It's remote operated the Carrera fan also. I needed to go to an unused dip switch setting to get the two fans to operate independently. So the answer is yes, the wireless remote, or other universal remote will work, but as noted, propriety designs may get better results with an Emerson remote. My other fan was a cheapie that came with the house. I am upgrading to Emersons as time permits. When in doubt, check with customer service.
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The remote control unit on the wall and the handheld has separate buttons for the fan speed, gyro rotation and stop, and the light control. So I am able to control all separately. Hope this answers your question.
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The fan comes with a remote control and a holder which may be attached to the wall. I have my holders with remotes attached to the walls right next to the light switches. I believe it is possible to order a switch that can be separate from remote.
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the control switch mounts to the wall in the included holder. the receiving unit usually fits under the fan mounting bracket, simply slides in and reconnect the wiring as per the instructions. basic home wiring knowledge is recommended.
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My fan is controlled by a wall switch. When we were looking at this model online there did seem to be some that said there was a remote with the unit, but ours did not come with one. It can also be controlled manually by the pullchains. BTW, this fan is awesome.
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Some fan remotes have switches inside that you can change. If it has one, great, if not, I am not sure.
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The fan only operates with a plug in cord; however , I purchased, on line, an individual light switch module that plugs into any wall outlet that allows me to turn the fan on and off without actually operating it at the fan base. This switch module was necessary because I mounted the fan 12 feet above the floor (Cathedral ceiling) in order to better circulate heat from a woodstove. I have these portable switches through out the house. Saves a lot of re-wiring.
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Not necessarily...but you should. You'll need power to the fan obviously and power to the switch, but you don't need to wire the switch to the fan directly. The switch communicates (light, speed) to the fan wirelessly. The initial setup requires you to sync the switch to the fan which is done at initial power. So if separate circuits they need to come up at the same time.
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Handheld, but includes a wall-mount holder that it slips into. I mounted my holder to a blank plate that replaced the existing wall switch and use it as if it were wall mounted. You don't want to turn this fan on and off with a normal wall switch, it's a multi-step procedure to turn it back on again once you turn off the power: You have to start it on the highest speed, let it come up to speed, then reduce the speed to the setting you want. Same is true if you reverse its direction. That's a little inconvenient at times, but the fan is so good in all other respects that it's worth it. Handheld, but includes a wall-mount holder that it slips into. I mounted my holder to a blank plate that replaced the existing wall switch and use it as if it were wall mounted. You don't want to turn this fan on and off with a normal wall switch, it's a multi-step procedure to turn it back on again once you turn off the power: You have to start it on the highest speed, let it come up to speed, then reduce the speed to the setting you want. Same is true if you reverse its direction. That's a little inconvenient at times, but the fan is so good in all other respects that it's... » Read More Handheld, but includes a wall-mount holder that it slips into. I mounted my holder to a blank plate that replaced the existing wall switch and use it as if it were wall mounted. You don't want to turn this fan on and off with a normal wall switch, it's a multi-step procedure to turn it back on again once you turn off the power: You have to start it on the highest speed, let it come up to speed, then reduce the speed to the setting you want. Same is true if you reverse its direction. That's a little inconvenient at times, but the fan is so good in all other respects that it's worth it. « Show Less
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The switch either provides electricity to the fan or denies electricity to the fan. To use the fan's remote control the switch must be on to provide electricity to the fan and light. Once the electricity is flowing to the fan and light then you can use the existing receiver and control unit. The wall switch is extraneous to the remote control unit.
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As it was installed at my house, I haven't been able to use just the wall switch unfortunately. The remote works well though and it's easy to switch from low to high, etc. It's a nice fan either way.
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Yes, ours is installed to a double switch on the wall, and they operate independently. As well, there are two pull chains on the fan itself, so if you wire it directly, you can still operate the functions independently from the pull chains.
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I had this fan installed a few weeks ago. I can operate with the remote and the wall switch. Your electrician can set that up for you. I will say that I love using the remote. It has several speed settings and you can change the direction with it. I have received many compliments on this one; it looks amazing!!!
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For the hand-held remote, nothing additional needed and it will work nicely with a direct wired fan (mine is that way). I did not opt to go with the wall switch because it's really not necessary. The hand-held remote is great.
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yes on our fans we have them connected to wall switches.They can also be hooked up remotely.I hope this helps,ralph
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The fan would need to be direct wired to a wall switch. Then the wall switch needs to be converted to a wireless remote. Maybe research "Hunter 27187 Ceiling Fan & Light Remote Control".
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That should work fine unless it's a three way switch. Is that the only switch that controls the fan? If not, you must pick one switch to replace and bypass the other switch.