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    Aug 2, 2009, 08:19 PM
    Wiring ceiling fan to existing switch
    I have a wall switch that controls an outlet I'm trying to wire the ceiling fan I installed to this switch its not working out need help
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    Aug 2, 2009, 10:32 PM

    OK, what have you done so far.
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    Sep 2, 2009, 08:52 PM

    How many wires are at the switch, how many are at the outlet?
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