All electric motors are not designed for variable speed controls

Can any whole house fan be put on a dimmer switch? Nutone seems to make one that has a dimmer option. Unfortunately I already have a single speed fan installed, and I want to slow it down for night-time use,

No, not all motors are created equal. You should get the numbers off the motor and call the manufacturer to see if it will accommodate a SPEED CONTROL DEVICE. If you are not sure, don''t try it! That''s the fastest way to damage the motor.

Labels: Dimmer Control, Electric Motor, Speed Control Device

posted by xinger @ 8:38 AM