June 29, 2009
The Weakest Link
A chain is only as strong as its weakest link.
One selling feature of the model condo that I bought was the inclusion of three very nice, high-end ceiling fans. Attractive and quiet, I have really enjoyed them.
Clicking it on this morning, the cheap pull-chain broke off flush with the switch and the office fan is now stuck on "Liquefy." The wall switch controls only the light, there is no other place to cut power (except the breaker).
Charming illustration of an old aphorism, and, yet, crap!
Posted by John Kranz at June 29, 2009 11:09 AM
Good news! The chain broke with the fan switch on instead of off. Just install one of these wireless fan controls and you're all set. No new wiring is required.
Then the weak link will be the lack of a self-dusting feature.
Posted by: johngalt at July 1, 2009 10:25 AMGet outta town -- assume all fans have remote?
Posted by: jk at July 1, 2009 10:49 AMNo no. This control comes with its own remote receiver that is installed under the fan housing below the ceiling. That's how it is compatible with all fans.
Posted by: johngalt at July 1, 2009 10:57 AMOkay, got it. That should work perfectly. I have one on the way from Amazon.
Posted by: jk at July 1, 2009 11:45 AMHoller if'n you need someone to hold the ladder.
Posted by: johngalt at July 2, 2009 1:39 PM | What do you think? [5]