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    Feb 22, 2007, 09:21 AM
    Changing existing fan switch
    When changing a fan switch on a wall that is on a plate with a light switch, do I need an actual fan switch, or will a regular light switch work for the fan. This is a simple bathroom fan, with both switches on the outside of the bathroom.
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    Feb 22, 2007, 12:48 PM
    Just a standard switch, same as a light switch, is fine.
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    Feb 22, 2007, 04:54 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by xanthax
    when changing a fan switch on a wall that is on a plate with a light switch, do I need an actual fan switch, or will a regular light switch work for the fan. This is a simple bathroom fan, with both switches on the outside of the bathroom.
    Yes a regular single pole switch will work.
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