How do you change the direction of a fan blowing?
Flip the switch on the side of the fan. Located on the motor of most fan units just above the blades will be a switch. Flip it to reverse the direction of the fan to blow the air either up or down as needed.
Which way do you flip the switch on a ceiling fan for summer?
For vertical switches, flip the switch down for summer direction (downward airflow) or flip the switch up for winter direction (upward airflow). For horizontal switches, flip the switch to the left for summer direction (downward airflow) or flip the switch to the right for winter direction (upward airflow).
How do I change the direction on my Hampton Bay ceiling fan without a switch?
How to Reverse a Hampton Bay Ceiling Fan With the Remote Control
- Turn the fan on by pressing the “auto” button or the “lo,” “med” or “hi” buttons on the remote control, depending on the type of unit.
- Press the button marked “reverse” or “for/rev” on the remote control to reverse the rotation of the fan.
How do you reverse the direction of a Hampton Bay ceiling fan?
Shut off the ceiling fan and wait for the blades to come to a complete stop. Using a ladder or step stool to reach the motor housing, locate the direction switch. Flip the switch in the opposite direction. Step down and turn the ceiling fan back on.
How do I reverse my Hunter ceiling fan?
How to Reverse a Hunter Fan
- Press the “Reverse” button on the remote control of the ceiling fan to change the direction of the airflow. Press the “Reverse” button again to revert to the previous direction of airflow.
- Turn the fan off. Locate the reversing switch.
- Slide the switch to the opposite side. Turn the fan on.
Where is the reverse switch on my Hunter ceiling fan?
Locate the reversing switch. It is on the base of the fan near the fan speed and light switches.
Why does my ceiling fan have a reverse switch?
When you put the fan into reverse, it draws air upward. Most people think of this as a way to bring the warmer air near the ceiling back down into lower half of the room, where the people are. That’s a great way to use the reverse function in the winter.