Why won't my harbor breeze remote work unless my light switch is turned on?

(2010-05-30 11:42:54) 1. Skye Says: we installed a new harbor breeze fan and a remote kit. the remote will not work to control the far or the light unless we hit the wall light switch? why won't it work?2. molitor Says: Like asking why won't the TV remote work with the TV unplugged. Think about it.3. dad7734 Says: it is hooked up into the switch wiring! Tag: Why won't my harbor breeze remote work unless my light switch is turned on?