Pull chain on light fan is stuck answer 2 answered 4 answers sandra allen on dec 4 2017 either you or someone else needs to get up on a step stool and give the chain a tiny dose of wd40 or visit this site and get some help.
Light pull chain stuck.
Seems like the chain is pulled all the way out still connected and the switch is jammed.
Fortunately with the right tools an experienced do it yourselfer can handle this task.
Many ceiling lights and ceiling fans operate on a pull chain switch.
With the right tools and know how this is a job fit for any competent do it yourselfer.
Sometimes the bead on the chain gets stuck at the base of the bulb and this is why it will work sideways but if that is not the case proceed with the removal of the base.
The ceiling fan has a wall switch and drop down chains to turn fan on off also light chain.
I know it s a simple.
It s this lamp from target and i really don t want to have to buy a whole new lamp just because the pull chain isn t working.
The best way to remedy this situation is to simply replace the whole pull chain switch.
Light is off and i need it badly.
For this project i bought a replacement pull chain light fixture from amazon http amzn.
If it can t be fixed can you buy just long light bulb holders on a long cord that i could re put through the lamp.
Went into the closet this morning and the pull chain light in the closet was stuck.
Most of these fans are operated with pull switches to adjust the speed and light settings.
If you hold the mechanism little switch usually black in color and pull the chain sideways with the other hand and it doesn t work properly go to your nearest home depot or lowes and get another one.
Over time the chain attached to the switch can jam keeping you.
Fan is working by switch and chain but light chain won t pull to turn on light.
The only practical way to resolve this issue is to replace the chain.
Over time and with constant use these chains break down or get stuck.