Big Ass Fans Haiku Not Connecting or Responding

Big Ass Fans Haiku ceiling fans offer whisper-quiet operation with smart control. This guide covers connectivity issues.

Fan Not Connecting to WiFi

1. Fan requires 2.4GHz WiFi network
2. Hold fan button until LED flashes blue
3. Use BAF Home app for setup
4. Keep phone near fan during setup
5. Factory reset: Hold button 30 seconds

Wall Controller Issues

1. Controller pairs directly to fan via RF
2. Re-pair: Put fan in pairing, press controller button
3. Replace CR2032 battery in controller
4. Controller works without WiFi connection
5. Range is approximately 30 feet

Voice Control Not Working

1. Link BAF account in Alexa/Google/HomeKit
2. Use exact fan name from BAF app
3. "Turn on [fan name]" or "Set [fan name] to 50%"
4. Re-link skill if commands fail
5. Light kit controlled separately from fan

SenseME Features

1. Motion sensor auto-on requires configuration
2. Adjust occupancy timeout in app
3. Temperature sensor enables cooling mode
4. Set temperature targets for auto speed
5. Disable SenseME for manual control only

Home Assistant Integration

1. Use BAF integration (built-in)
2. Fan discovered automatically on local network
3. Exposes fan speed, direction, light
4. SenseME sensors available as entities
5. UDP communication - no cloud required

Whoosh Mode

1. Whoosh varies fan speed naturally
2. Enable in BAF app fan settings
3. Simulates natural breeze effect
4. Conflicts with fixed speed commands
5. Disable for predictable automation behavior