slownsteady
Well-Known Member
I want to replace the Hi/Lo switch on my whole-house fan for something that looks a little more modern. The old metal toggle switch still works but it is in an open area and it looks very dated.
Most of the contemporary switches i am finding are meant for ceiling fans. Do I have to find a switch that's rated for the load it is going to pass? The fan is 5.5 amps, the current switch is rated for 10 amps. How much leeway do I have have in this setup? I guess i have the same question for the old 12- hour spring loaded timer that I'll replace too.
Most of the contemporary switches i am finding are meant for ceiling fans. Do I have to find a switch that's rated for the load it is going to pass? The fan is 5.5 amps, the current switch is rated for 10 amps. How much leeway do I have have in this setup? I guess i have the same question for the old 12- hour spring loaded timer that I'll replace too.