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Fanimation smart ceiling fans offer app and voice control with premium design. This guide covers connectivity issues.

Fan Not Connecting to WiFi

  1. Use Fanimation Quiet Fan app for setup
  2. Fan requires 2.4GHz WiFi network
  3. Enter pairing mode per manual (varies by model)
  4. Keep phone near fan during setup
  5. Factory reset: Power cycle specific sequence

Remote Control Issues

  1. Fan remote uses RF, not WiFi
  2. Re-pair remote: Hold buttons per manual
  3. Replace remote battery if unresponsive
  4. Remote works without WiFi connection
  5. Range approximately 30-50 feet

Speed Control Not Working

  1. Wall switch must provide power
  2. Don't use wall dimmer with fan
  3. Speed changes may have slight delay
  4. Check fan receiver isn't loose
  5. Reset and re-pair if speeds stuck

Light Kit Control

  1. Light kit controlled separately from fan
  2. Some models support dimming
  3. Check bulb compatibility if flickering
  4. LED kits may not be dimmable
  5. Configure in app settings

Voice Control Setup

  1. Link Fanimation skill in Alexa/Google
  2. Fan and light may appear separately
  3. "Turn on ceiling fan"
  4. "Set fan to medium" or percentage
  5. Create routines for schedules

Seasonal Direction

  1. Reverse direction for winter use
  2. Summer: Counter-clockwise (downward breeze)
  3. Winter: Clockwise (circulate warm air)
  4. Change via app or remote button
  5. Direction change immediate

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