ceiling fan switch?

[jigman1]

I have a 3 speed ceiling light fan in my bedroom.It has a chain operated switch that hangs down and when pulled it operates to give a off- 1- 2- 3 speed function.Unfortunately it has ceased to function and I now need to replace the switch with likewise or something similar. I have tried to obtain a new switch but to no avail one problem is I don't know the brand name of the fan, the last thing I want to do is throw it away as it is a really useful thing and is in really good condition.Does anyone have any ideas on how I could obtain such a switch even a second hand one would do.I live in the Solihull area of the West Midlands. Thanks.

[qapmoc]

I would bypass the switch and supply the fan from a wall mounted speed selector switch or dimmer type speed control for fans. You should be able to get one of these quite easily.

[peanut]

Want to do it the safe legfal way ? Then chuck it and get a new one. Fans are pretty cheap and easy to replace. Dont risk burning your house down just to save a few bucks.