Harbor Breeze Model LP8293 Light not working

If your Harbor Breeze LP8293 ceiling fan is working, but the light won’t turn on, and the fixture is not getting any voltage, do not worry it is not only happening to you. Let’s do the troubleshooting to fix the issue and get the light back on track.

Step 1: Verify the Bulbs

Before you begin to work on the wiring, the first thing to check is the bulbs. Try replacing them with new ones and insert them properly into sockets.

Step 2: Check for Power at the Fixture

You have already tested the voltage of the light and there is no voltage which means a power issue. However, ensure that we are examining it correctly:

1. Use AC voltage mode on your multimeter because most ceiling fans use AC for lighting.
2. Place the probes on the terminals where the lighting fixture connects to the fan.
3. If it shows 120V, it means that the issue might be within the light kit itself.
4. If you get nothing go ahead and do the next step.

Step 3: Check the Wiring Connections

If you do not have voltage, the issue could be disconnected or loose wire inside the fan. here is how to diagnose it:

1. Switch off the electricity from the breaker.
2. Access the wiring by removing the light kit or bottom housing.
3. Check if there is any loose or disconnected wire (we are talking about the black or blue wire that powers the light)
4. Use the wire nuts to securely reconnect the loose wires.
5. Restore power to check the light.

Step 4: Test the Fan’s Receiver

Many Harbor Breeze fans are equipped with a receiver to control the fan as well as light. If there is a fault in the receiver, the light may not be receiving power. You can check it:

1. Find the receiver (usually available in the fan canopy near the ceiling).
2. Diagnose the burnt marks or damaged parts if any.
3. If you think the receiver is not working, try to bypass it and wire the light kit to the power source of the fan.

Step 5: Can a Ceiling Fan Have DC for the Lights?

Mostly, ceiling fans have AC voltage for the fan motor as well as for the lights. however, some newer models that are energy efficient may be designed with DC-powered LEDs. If your fan comes with an integrated LED module, you can go through the manufacturer’s information to ensure if it is DC-powered. In this case, you should set your multimeter to DC mode when testing.

If none of these steps are able to fix the problem, it might be due to a faulty light kit and it needs replacement. On the brighter side, this guide helps you to bring your lighting fixture back to life.