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Remove a 3 way switch to install fan remote

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Newb so be gentle. I installed a fan that doesn't seem to be wired for a separate fan and light switch at the wall, so I capped off the red wire from the ceiling at the fan, and installed the fan black/white/ground as per the instructions. (it comes with a remote to turn on the fan) The light works at the wall on both switches, but as expected, the fan doesn't. I want to install a wall control that operates 3 fan speeds and the light dimmer at the wall, similar to the remote, but there are specific instructions with...

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Installing Tankless Hot Water System - Amp Questions & Using AWG 6 Wire with Current Tank

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I'm looking into researching about installing a Hot Water Tankless system. Specifically I want to install the following: Rheem Tankless Water Heater 2.14 GPM 13 kW Self-Modulating Electric Wall Mount It has the following power requirements: (RTE 13) I had a few questions: Lets start with the obvious, I'm not 100% my service is adequate. I have 100Amp service in a 1 Bedroom trailer that utilizes Electric Heat. I have 2 20Amp breakers dedicated to two different Electric Baseboards as well as the usual appliances. As it is a one bedroom it isn't often that many appliances are being used...

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Trying to hook up dimmer/fan switch but have an extra wire?

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I am trying to replace a switch that had a 4 position light knob and a 4 position fan knob. The old one had three wires coming out of it and the new one has 4. Below is a picture of my wall and the new switch: And here are the instructions: Is there a way that I can properly wire this switch or do I need to return it and buy a different type? If I need to get a different one, what should I look for? #Switch #Light #Fans #Electrical

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