aLf Posted May 18, 2008 Posted May 18, 2008 Hi all. Does anyone know if a very small fireplace fan could be run variably by an Insteon SWL Relay Switch? I don't know the amperage, but it has to be low. It is simple 120v A/C. You only run this thing to move a small amount of air around the (Heatalator) and into the room. Right now I have it on a Leviton timer. I don't need variable speed, just the option to set it for variable times. Thanks, aLf
Algorithm Posted May 19, 2008 Posted May 19, 2008 Hi Alf, Is the fan presently controlled by a standard 120VAC wall switch/timer? A standard SwitchLinc relay switch can definitely control a fan (on/off) without issue, as long as it is within the switch's rating. I have KeypadLinc relays controlling ceiling fans with lights (300W for the lights; the motor I'm not sure of, but probably not more than 100W, likely less). From your description, it sounds as though your fan should be fine to use with a SWL/R, but please do check its rating if possible. If you can determine the rating of the Leviton timer, the fan should be not more than that rating.
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