I just had this installed today on the ceiling and I am disappointed that the pull chain pulls very hard and it makes a very loud click. Why?
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I have 2 of these, and have not had any problems. If it were me I would disassemble it piece by piece. First try standing on a stool and pulling the chain straight out from the hole. If the problem is unchanged, it probably means that there is a problem inside the switch, which is probably not fixable. You might have to return it, but to do that you would have to take it down anyway. You say you "had it installed". I would ask the installer whether he thinks this is normal operation. If you want to try doing it yourself, be sure to turn off the switch for this circuit at the circuit box. Because devices are ganged in circuits, if the circuit isn't switched off, there could still be hot electricity going through the wires above the fixture. Don't try to do home electrical repair without first buying and reading a basic manual on household electricity.
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Most fixtures with a pull chain use a switch similar to this GE Pull-Chain Switch 54365 If the lamp is mounted to the ceiling, and you pull the cord straight down, the cord is actually at angle perpindicular to the opening, which creates friction. You can reduce this pulling the cord away from the fixture as opposed to straight down. Alternatively, you can replace the pull-chain switch with one that is designed to reduce friction at various angles. For example, Gardner Bender GSW-35 Nick Pull Chain Switch, All Angle Pull, 6A 125VAC, Single Pole Single Throw, ON-OFF, Wire Leads Please note that I have not personally used either of these models, and am not endorsing them. I just listed them as examples of why some cords may be harder to pull than others. Most fixtures with a pull chain use a switch similar to this GE Pull-Chain Switch 54365 If the lamp is mounted to the ceiling, and you pull the cord straight down, the cord is actually at angle perpindicular to the opening, which creates friction. You can reduce this pulling the cord away from the fixture as opposed to straight down. Alternatively, you can replace the pull-chain switch with one that is designed to reduce friction at various angles. For example, Gardner Bender... » Read More Most fixtures with a pull chain use a switch similar to this GE Pull-Chain Switch 54365 If the lamp is mounted to the ceiling, and you pull the cord straight down, the cord is actually at angle perpindicular to the opening, which creates friction. You can reduce this pulling the cord away from the fixture as opposed to straight down. Alternatively, you can replace the pull-chain switch with one that is designed to reduce friction at various angles. For example, Gardner Bender GSW-35 Nick Pull Chain Switch, All Angle Pull, 6A 125VAC, Single Pole Single Throw, ON-OFF, Wire Leads Please note that I have not personally used either of these models, and am not endorsing them. I just listed them as examples of why some cords may be harder to pull than others. « Show Less
1885857
not sure - mine did that too. figured it was just the design. does anyone else know?
2121757
It doesn't come with a pull chain, it attaches to the wall switch. I've gotten tons of compliments on these lights in my bathroom.
509189
The way I installed was I cut a very precise hole for the light and the spring mechanism is what holds it tight in the ceiling. I put mine in the wall and is holding tight still.Hope this helps.
81724
I haven't had a problem with the pull chain breaking. It has occasionally been sticky, but is currently working fine.
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Ours is hardwired and works from our wall switch. No pull chain. Let me add--It's beautiful and looks like a heavy lead glass, which my other lamps are.
1976192
Hi, Our installer put a plug on the power cord instead of wiring it into the system. I added an extension cord with a power switch that I plug the Broan into. It sits in the cabinet over the Broan. I can just reach it to toggle it- then I have do some button pushing because the Broan comes up in a default mode that turns on the lights. But the noise of the fan is GONE. Good luck. Great exhaust fan and the lights are the best, but a little hard to live with. Sheila D.
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I am having trouble attaching a light kit to this fan. The pull chain mechanism is in the way when I try to attach the light kit. Any advice for that? I thought it was the light kit so bought another (the one Amazon recommended with this fan) and have the same issue.
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I did it; but it requires some SERIOUS diss-assembly. I'd never do it again because the plastic ends break. Then you end up with a fixture with lots of tape to hold it together. I recommend using the chains, just get it close to the ceiling as you can.
64756
Sorry I took so long to respond. This fan has a separate pull chain for both fan and light. It works excellent
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I'm trying not to laugh as I visualize this. I can only imagine ur frustration and now a dangling rod from your ceiling. Try to moisten the suction and see if it doesn't release then.
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This light fixture does not have a pull chain, it is designed to be "hard wired" and operated by a wall switch. I would not recommend it for a living space, it's intended more for a basement, workshop or garage.
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My experience with the Cool Attic fan was early on, also. Vibration had evidently loosened the two bolts at each end of the two motor brackets connecting the unit to the fan shroud. This allowed the fan blades to move towards the shroud to scrape (not a squeal, at least to me :))) it. I braced the brackets the opposite direction, tightened the four bracket bolts, and that was helpful. I may tighten the drive belt a bit because it cycles through a vibration occasionally and rubs the bracket-not critical or very noisy. "Squealing" suggest to me a belt noise, too. Maybe needs tightening a bit? My experience with the Cool Attic fan was early on, also. Vibration had evidently loosened the two bolts at each end of the two motor brackets connecting the unit to the fan shroud. This allowed the fan blades to move towards the shroud to scrape (not a squeal, at least to me :))) it. I braced the brackets the opposite direction, tightened the four bracket bolts, and that was helpful. I may tighten the drive belt a bit because it cycles through a vibration occasionally and rubs the bracket-not critical or very noisy. "Squealing" suggest to me a belt noise, too. Maybe needs... » Read More My experience with the Cool Attic fan was early on, also. Vibration had evidently loosened the two bolts at each end of the two motor brackets connecting the unit to the fan shroud. This allowed the fan blades to move towards the shroud to scrape (not a squeal, at least to me :))) it. I braced the brackets the opposite direction, tightened the four bracket bolts, and that was helpful. I may tighten the drive belt a bit because it cycles through a vibration occasionally and rubs the bracket-not critical or very noisy. "Squealing" suggest to me a belt noise, too. Maybe needs tightening a bit? « Show Less
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Take out the metal part and pull. It was tight for me initially but easier now. If it's not coming out pull harder!
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I attached the pull chains and cut them down really short, I guess you could set up fan speed and then detach them using the switches to control everything though :0)
1764290
You might have to replace the chain that it hangs from- it's strong enough, but cast iron is just so much heavier. Definitely make absolutely sure you use great big eye-bolts screwed into your ceiling joists, and check the chain-links occaisionally to make sure they're not pulling open (or just replace them right away with a welded-link chain).
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You need to adjust the Low Stop(its in the chain track) with a phillips screwdriver. Move it up a little away from the door. I also had some issues with this adjustment.
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A manual pull chain is the correct fan for this device. One key consideration is you will need a fan that has no light attached or wiring that allows for separate switches for the fan / light. You would use this switch for the fan only. I use the variable speed all the time especially in the winter I set it to low to push circulate the heat back down as I have a very high ceiling.