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Disconnect Power to the Fan — Turn Off Power

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How to Install a Ceiling Fan on a High Ceiling · Step 1 of 11

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Before beginning any electrical work, it is crucial to disconnect power to the ceiling fan. Locate your home's electrical panel, often referred to as a breaker box. Identify the circuit breaker that controls the power to the room where the ceiling fan is located (in the video, this is the master bedroom). Flip the identified circuit breaker to the "off" position. To confirm that the power is indeed off, attempt to turn on the light switches and fan switches in the room. No power should be present.

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