CAN THIS FAN BE USE WITH A VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH
514182
If you want to use a variable switch, just set the fan on High and then use your switch to control speeds.
514183
As the other 2 stated, it has a variable speed built into it which works VERY well. We played with it a bit after installation and now don't touch it at all. It brings the heat from the side of the house with the wood stove to the other side that had no heat prior to putting in a small gas log fireplace. Love this fan!
514184
Any electric fan can be outfitted with a variable speed switch/dimmer, as long as the switch/dimmer has the specs to cover the fans wattage. so the answer is yes, but make sure the switch you get can handle the fanns wattage. They make speed controllers for some shop power tools,. this fan draws less juice than most power tools, so that would be a good, likely safe place to aim (but still check).But ultimately this one comes with a speed control built in,. so,.. unless your like me and installed it out of arms reach and you want to put in a remote dimmer,.. the question is moot.
514185
The fan already has a variable speed switch .. The fan works very well moving air from room to room
154597
This is how I use it, but you'll need 14/3 wire from the switch to the fan to do this. (Usually black + red "hot", white neutral , and bare copper ground). Most switches are only wired with 14/2 wire which only has one hot (no red)
1150976
The answer is, I don't know. This control performs differently with different tools, appliances, etc. It must depend on the type of inner electrical control of each tool, appliance, etc. I bought one to control the speed of a fan but it did not perform, it was either on or off even in the variable mode. I would go to the local electrical parts store and ask some questions before ordering.
1844104
I don't know. The fan comes with a 2 speed pull switch - High, low and off.
1855460
I am using this switch for the fan without heat and it works fine. I would NOT use this for something it's not rated for. For all kinds of reasons.
634279
I wouldn't see why not. This unit basically turns on and off the flow of electricity. I would think you could use this for any fan. I don't believe my fan is a Nutone.
710027
I use a PWM(Pulse Width Modulation) to control the speed. How this works it will pulse 12v at a set interval, set by a dial, and that is how the fan speed is controlled. This is what i used to control the speed RioRand Upgraded RRCCM6NSPC 150W 6V 12V 24V Reversing Switch Adjustable DC Motor Speed Controller PWM BUT to truly answer your question no, by it's self it does not run at variable speeds.
1258748
this is a three speed switch, my ceiling fan has three speeds,, I imagine if you didnt want a fourth speed and tied your wire off, you could use it. I am not an electrician nor can I say to do it, that is up to you,, I had two problems, one my switch stuck, the chain stuck, and two, my capacitor on the middle speed opened. so I only have two speeds currently on my ceiling fan. Of course all my wires are intact as it is a three speed switch, three speed ceiling fan. Hope that answered your question.
502429
You need a separate switch. Fan has a small junction box with knockouts for wiring connection.
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
1459869
I did not install a switch for this fan. If I need to turn it off I'll use the circuit breaker.
326227
Yes you can connect it to a switch, however you will need to order the correct wall switch that is compatitable with that fan! Contact us for that part number! :)
690504
Yes. The fan's speed will not be controlled by the onboard controller, rather the selection made on the switch. I would imagine the function is limited to the fan's controller b/c should the mobo controller drop the speed, while low/silent is selected, the fan may not receive enough juice to turn. If you're using several fans this is nice b/c even on molex the fans will be functioning at similar speeds w/o purchasing a controller, flipping the 5volt to 3volt or howling at higher rpm's.
1349615
I believe this switch is rated at 1800 watts. As long as you fan is not drawing more than that, you should be fine to use it.
1746559
Yes. It's a standard 3 speed fan switch available at Home Depot, Lowes and most hardware stores. I just replaced mine.
156136
Sorry, I hit yes accidentally. It should be NO. This switch simply replaces a switch that has 3 selections (off, low, high). It is specially designed to allow for high amperage which is needed for a whole house fan. It would replace an older high-low switch but would not work with timer.
561739
I do not understand the question - do you want to change the fan to operate off a multi-speed switch?