Chances are you only have a 3 wire cable ran to the fixture so you would be limited to powering the ceiling fan light both.
Ceiling fan wiring diagram no light.
Pick the diagram that is most like the scenario you are in and see if you can wire up your fan.
This diagram is for those who are replacing a light fixture with a ceiling fan.
Take a closer look at a ceiling fan wiring diagram.
With this sort of an illustrative manual you will be capable of troubleshoot avoid and complete your projects with ease.
Wiring diagram for ceiling fan with lights you will need a comprehensive expert and easy to comprehend wiring diagram.
Wiring a light switch.
With these diagrams below it will take the guess work out.
This diagram is similar to the previous one but with the electrical source originating at the fan light fixture.
The neutral wire from the source is spliced directly to the white wire on the ceiling fixture.
Wiring diagram fan and light with source at ceiling.
This might seem intimidating but it does not have to be.
Whether you are looking to wire a ceiling fan with lights to one power switch or add a fan in a room without a switch source this guide will teach you how to wire a ceiling fan using four common scenarios and the best wiring methods.
Your existing light fixture was controlled by a switch and only one switch.
Typically using the switch for the light and turning the fan on.