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    johnburke Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Sep 6, 2010, 03:49 PM
    How to switch a light to a fan
    I currently have a dining room light and would like to replace it with a light and a fan do I need to add any wiring?
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    Sep 6, 2010, 04:04 PM
    It depends on what wiring is in the ceiling and how you want to control it.

    One thing for sure is you will most likely have to replace the box with a fan rated box.
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