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Asked Oct 10, 2006, 06:19 PM — 6 Answers
I bought 2 Decora electronic timer switches to to replace wall switches for exhaust fans in my bathrooms. I installed the first one no problems. When I installed the second switch the exhaust fan motor just buzzes. The fan does not move. There are only two wires plus a ground so I tried switching the two wires but same result. I tried installing the timer switch on the bathroom lights and it worked fine. I reconnected the original wall switch to the exhaust fan and the fan works fine again. I thought I had a defective switch so I returned it and got another. Just tried again and same result.
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
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Oct 11, 2006, 05:15 AM


What is the part number of your timer? Decora is made by Leviton, If yours is the # 6560M, then it can handle only 500 watts of incandescent lamp, and no motors. Only their 6200 series can handle motors.
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Oct 11, 2006, 06:01 AM
It's a Leviton Decora 6515M. I installed the same model on my other exhaust fan and it works fine. Thanks for your help.
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Oct 11, 2006, 02:29 PM


From www.Leviton.com

Catalog #: 6515M-I
UPC# 07847784391

500W, 120 Volt AC 60Hz, Single-Pole, Decora, Four Preset 2-5-10-15 Minutes, Electronic, Incandescent Only Timer, Neutral Not Required - Ivory

Even thou one works, the timer is not rated for fans. Sure some will work, but expect problems if it is left as is.
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Oct 12, 2006, 06:00 AM
Thanks for the help. I have ordered the correct timers. I guess I will use these one on some lights in the house.
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Mar 19, 2007, 09:31 PM
So looking at the Leviton 6200 series of preset timers, I see that they are all rated 20A. Does this mean that you can't (or shouldn't) use them on a circuit with a 15A breaker that uses 14-2 wire?
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Mar 20, 2007, 08:45 AM
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So looking at the Leviton 6200 series of preset timers, I see that they are all rated 20A. Does this mean that you can't (or shouldn't) use them on a circuit with a 15A breaker that uses 14-2 wire?

That is the maximum rating of the timer switch, using it on a 15A branch circuit will not be a problem. If the load to the switch is in excess of the 15A breaker rating or there is a fault current, the breaker will trip to protect the wiring. Nm
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