Can a Ceiling Fan Be On a

A ceiling fan can be on a dimmer switch, but only if the dimmer switch is purpose-built for ceiling fans

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If you use a regular dimmer switch on your ceiling fan, you run the risk of burning the fan’s motor and starting a fire.

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Can a Dimmer Control Fan Speed?

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If you use a regular dimmer switch on your ceiling fan, you run the risk of burning the fan’s motor and starting a fire.

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A ceiling fan can only be on a dimmer switch if the switch was built purposely for fans.

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Can a Ceiling Fan Be On a

Dimmer Switch?

A ceiling fan can be on a dimmer switch, but only if the dimmer switch is purpose-built for ceiling fans

If you use a regular dimmer switch on your ceiling fan, you run the risk of burning the fan’s motor and starting a fire.

Can a Dimmer Control Fan Speed?

A dimmer can control fan speed.

If you use a regular dimmer switch on your ceiling fan, you run the risk of burning the fan’s motor and starting a fire.

A ceiling fan can only be on a dimmer switch if the switch was built purposely for fans.

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