Take your new chain, and install it where the old chain was removed, and then reassemble the switch. It should be simple to remove, but if it’s stuck you can use the screwdriver to gently get it loose. Once the switch has been disassembled, remove the broken piece connected to the small disk inside. This is another area where you’ll want to take your time or you could risk losing the spring inside the switch. Once open, you can remove the wiring from the switch and begin the repair process. You can generally accomplish this with a small, flat head screwdriver. If the chain is simply broken inside the switch, you’ll need to pry the switch open. If that’s the case, skip ahead to the Switch Replacement part of our guide. If it’s completely broken or looks damaged, you can replace the entire switch with one that’s compatible with your ceiling fan model. When you have the fixture loose, you should be able to get a good look at the switch. You may need to remove a nut around the switch as well, but again, it all depends on the model of the ceiling fan. Place the screws with the fixture you removed. When you get to the last screw, proceed with caution as the fixture will pop loose in most cases when the last screw is out. Take your time, and be cautious about stripping the screws as well. These hold it in place, but the screws themselves can be tricky to remove. Remove the nut from around the pull chain, and then use a screwdriver and remove any screws around the light fixture. Remove the globe or any accents that may hinder you from reaching the housing, and then you are ready to begin. This process will vary to a degree depending on the style of fan you have but is straightforward once you get to the switch. Once you’re sure the power is off and you have the ladder in place, it’s time to find the break. Ensure you have enough light to work safely when removing the housing and set aside some time for this DIY project so you’re not distracted or get into a rush. Before you do anything you need to turn off the wall switch if it uses one, and then cut power to the fan. If the chain is broken behind the housing or you can’t see it at all, it’s time to head grab a ladder and a few tools. They come in a wide variety of finishes and sizes, and can simply be snapped onto the end of the broken chain to lengthen it. You can pick up a pull chain extension like this one which is 36” in length and rustproof. If you’re lucky, and it’s simply snapped at a point that’s shorter than you’d like, it’s an easy fix. The first thing you’ll want to do is get a ladder and inspect the chain. If your fan has an overhead fixture, you may have two pull chains to deal with, although both can be fixed using the process we’ve outlined below.
It can also affect the switch inside the fan, which makes things a bit more complicated than most people realize. After pulling on those chains for years, they can snap off, but where they snap has a huge impact on the repair process.
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