Fan control dimmers can regulate the fan motor, while ceiling fans with integrated lights require separate wall controls for the fan and light. Use a dedicated dimmer or switch for the light, and use the fan control dimmer only with the fan motor.

Neutral-wire requirements vary by fan control dimmer, so installers should check the device specifications before wiring, since the fan speed controls in this assortment are listed as requiring a neutral wire. Verify 120V service, a compatible paddle-type ceiling fan, the fan load rating, and separate wiring for any integrated fan light, and do not use these controls with shaded-pole motors such as many bathroom exhaust fans.

When specifying fan control dimmers, compare the 120V rating, the fan’s load, and whether the control supports an AC-powered motor, with these controls rated for a single paddle-type ceiling fan up to 2A. Confirm that the fan does not use a shaded-pole motor, and specify separate light control when a ceiling fan has an integrated light.

Fan control dimmers can be included in automated scenes and climate schedules to adjust fan speed or turn the fan off during programmed events. Many models also measure the fan’s energy use, helping integrators coordinate operation with energy-management routines and review consumption.