Can this fan be wired direct and the speeds be controlled by a dimer switch
218185
Yes, if you are an electrical engineer. You would need access to the speed control at the fan and determine if it could be controlled by a resistive element, then run a separate pair of wires from your dimmer to the fan. It would not be worth the effort. get a variable speed fan with a remote control.
353577
No, it has a rotary switch and a pull string. You could extend the pull string to turn the fan on and change speeds if you mount it out of your normal reach though.
514182
If you want to use a variable switch, just set the fan on High and then use your switch to control speeds.
1989351
This is intended to be wired directly to the fan motor wire, with the light on a separate switch. Unfortunately it is not an all-in-one solution for both light and fan.
1112155
We hard wired it. You can very easily wire an extension into the electrical box on the fan and have it so you can plug it in. The speed control is built in. However we did put a (cool) thermostat with the system so when the room with the thermostat gets above the set temperature (Say 70 Degrees F) that it will automatically turn on and pull warm air into the room that is cooler. Hope this helps if not please leave another question.
1830716
Yes, mine is wired that way. This is a beautiful, elegant, Quiet fan! You'll love it!
1716460
No. The current and resistance is non-linear and the fan requires full voltage. The type of control you would need is one that does not provide variable resistance but rather a temperature activated relay for full "on" and full "off" as temperature changes.
462708
No the wall switch will only allow the fan to turn on or off. For all speed adjustments and for the light, it only works off the included remote control. We were told that the remote wall switch sold my Minka would control all functions but Mink doesn't make a wall controller for this fan. Great fan though. Super quiet.
1200502
If you plan to use this product to vent multiple rooms, a 3-way switch could control fan operation from the different locations. The fan does not come with a whip, or plug, wiring is connected in the small box mounted on the side of fan. With that you would simply wire the fan like you would a light. Hope this helps.
679506
For myself, I wired it to have its own switch. But I suppose if you are a savvy enough of an electrician, you can pig tail the connections. The item has instructions for different types of wiring needs, including a situation where you can have separate switches for fan, heat and/or light.
1200505
You can control the fan from multiple switches, they need to be wired in parallel - no need for 3-way switches (or these can be timers, again don't have to be 3-way, just ensure they're rated for this fan). Here's some good info. on this subject, with wiring diagram: http://www.hvacquick.com/howtos/howto_fd60em.phpI just bought this fan, and doing the same thing so I was looking for that answer as well. Also important to note, use insulated duct in the attic otherwise you'll end up with condensation dripping off the ducts.Disclaimer: I AM NOT AN ELECTRICIAN! If you're unsure, hire an electrician. You can control the fan from multiple switches, they need to be wired in parallel - no need for 3-way switches (or these can be timers, again don't have to be 3-way, just ensure they're rated for this fan). Here's some good info. on this subject, with wiring diagram: http://www.hvacquick.com/howtos/howto_fd60em.phpI just bought this fan, and doing the same thing so I was looking for that answer as well. Also important to note, use insulated duct in the attic otherwise you'll end up with condensation dripping off the ducts.Disclaimer: I AM NOT AN ELECTRICIAN! If... » Read More You can control the fan from multiple switches, they need to be wired in parallel - no need for 3-way switches (or these can be timers, again don't have to be 3-way, just ensure they're rated for this fan). Here's some good info. on this subject, with wiring diagram: http://www.hvacquick.com/howtos/howto_fd60em.phpI just bought this fan, and doing the same thing so I was looking for that answer as well. Also important to note, use insulated duct in the attic otherwise you'll end up with condensation dripping off the ducts.Disclaimer: I AM NOT AN ELECTRICIAN! If you're unsure, hire an electrician. « Show Less
182270
They can only control the fan/ligh they are wired to. You can install 2 side by side, and they will still only control what they are physically wired to control. These are not "wireless" if that is what you are asking.
13033
No it is just an on/off switch. But you can control the speed by buying an speed control rheostat. That is what I did. It costs $50 and amazon has the unit the fan maker recommends.
685561
The switch comes with a matching transmitter that connects to the fan. You need two separate switch and transmitters to control two fans.
116714
You have to wire the unit to either low or high speed for the fan. It's a series of three wires that have terminals that you need to screw down bare wire. If you have a three way switch in your bathroom you can have it wired to be Off/Low/High. There are no switches or selectors on the unit itself.
1573433
I don't think I would do that because the plug contains the on/off switch as well as speed control. And it also contains a fuse in the part that goes into the lighterAlso wherever you get power from make sure it's on its own circuit because I pop fuses with this fan a lotIt draws very much electricity
1349618
Yes. I ordered mine for a whole house fan. It is wired in before the 2 speed fan switch. Works great. Gary.