Fix your ceiling fan quickly and restore proper speed control with this durable Zing Ear ZE-208S E-89885 cord switch. Designed to cycle through low, medium, and high settings, this switch is a direct replacement for worn or non-working fan switches and helps bring your fan motor back to normal operation without replacing the entire unit.
- Precise 3-speed control: Easily switch between Off, High, Medium, and Low settings
- Wide compatibility: Works with popular brands like Hunter, Harbor Breeze, Hampton Bay, Casablanca, Minka Aire, Emerson, Monte Carlo, Craftmade, and more
- Ideal replacement: Fix common fan issues such as stuck speeds or non-working pull chains
Zing Ear ZE-208S E-89885 Specifications
- Condition: Brand new
- Model: ZE-208S II “ZH”
- Alternate part numbers: ZE 208S, ZE208S
- Electrical rating: 6A 125VAC / 3A 250VAC
- Switch type: Pull chain, 4-position
- Wiring: Push-in terminals
- Function sequence: Off → High → Medium → Low
- Internal positions:
- 1: Off
- 2: L-1
- 3: L-2
- 4: L-3
- Certifications: UL (UR) approved
- Material: Durable plastic housing
Compatible Replacements
This Zing Ear ZE208S E89885 fan switch is commonly used as a replacement for the following models:
- Zing Ear ZE-268S1
- Zing Ear ZE-208S with 4 pre-attached wires
- Shine Top LS-102-01
- GC35-0867
- Sun-Lite SL-A-200A
- Wu Pin LJY-209A
- LJY-280A 4-hole 3-speed switch
- KTE 2035080 E87438 3089 (Circuit R)
- Well Tec 101 E117997
- Fransco S01 4-hole
- Jin You 4-hole 3-speed switch
- Santa 4-hole 3-speed switch
- YouYan E98999
Wiring Instructions
Need help installing? View our step-by-step guide:
- Zing Ear ZE-208S E-89885 3 way 4 wire switch wiring diagram & instructions
Zing Ear ZE-208S FAQs
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How do I know if the Zing Ear ZE-208S switch will fit my fan?
The ZE-208S is a universal 4-wire switch. Check your existing switch for a matching layout: the terminal sequence should be 1-2-3-L (counterclockwise) with the black (AC line) wire connected to terminal “L” and it should match the electrical rating of 6A 125VAC / 3A 250VAC.
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Can I use this for my ceiling fan light?
No. This is a 3-speed fan motor switch. If you need a switch for a light kit, you typically need a 2-wire (on/off) switch like the Zing Ear ZE-109, or a 3-wire switch like the ZE-110.
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My fan is stuck on one speed—will this fix it?
Yes. A faulty internal contact in the pull chain switch is the most common reason a fan gets “stuck” on one speed or refuses to change speeds when pulled.
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What problems does this switch solve?
Replacing a faulty switch can fix a variety of issues including a fan stuck on a single speed, a pull chain that is snapped or jammed, a fan that will not turn on or off, and incorrect speed cycling where settings like Medium and Low feel the same.
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How do I wire the Zing Ear ZE-208S switch?
Before starting, always turn off the power at the circuit breaker and take a photo of your original wiring for reference. Note the color of the wire attached to each terminal label (L, 1, 2, and 3). Insert each wire into the corresponding terminal on the new switch so that the wire from “3” on the old switch goes into “3” on the new switch, and so on.
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The fan hums but doesn’t move. What’s wrong?
A humming sound typically indicates power is reaching the motor, but the circuit is incomplete or incorrect. First, verify that all four wires are pushed fully into the terminals and are in the correct numerical order. If the wiring is definitely correct, your fan capacitor may have failed and might also need to be replaced.
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