Switches provide convenient access to fan controls.
Ceiling fans help chill rooms by circulating air, creating a breeze that can make areas feel cooler. Some ceiling fan varieties are lighted and have two pull cords, one to control lighting level and another for fan speed. Ceiling fans can also be wired to several types of switches.
Toggle Switch
A toggle switch is the most common type of light switch for ceiling fans. It consists of small lever on the wall that can be flipped up or down or left or right, depending on switch orientation. When the switch is flipped to the "On" position, the circuit is completed, allowing the fan or light to run. These switches work for ceiling fan operation, but they do not allow the user to control variable speeds from the switch. Since toggle switches are single-circuit, two switches are needed--one for the fan and another for the light.
Dimmer Switch
A dimmer switch allows variation in lighting or fan speed levels. These switches are often round knobs located on the wall that can be turned counter-clockwise to select different options. Some dimmer switches must be depressed first by pushing the knob to engage the circuit, and then the level of light brightness or fan speed can be selected by turning the knob. Like the toggle switch, two dimmer switches are required to control both components of the fan.
Remote Control
Some ceiling fans can be controlled remotely with a remote switch or remote control. This unit generally comes with the fan and contains buttons that control power, fan speed and lighting. While the remote can be used for convenience, users can also operate the fan manually with the pull cords. Some ceiling fan remote controls can be set for the fan to react to changes in temperature or time of day.
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