Dayton 48C172 speed control is designed for controlling the speed of multiple ventilators and fans.
Features:
- Its solid-state technology changes the level of power in the fan motor to control the speed of fans or ventilators.
- It comes with mounting screws & wire nuts for quick installation and can easily fit in a single gang box.
- It allows speed adjustment between 50 and 100% performance.
- This speed control comes with manual low-speed trim adjustment that enables fans to achieve minimum speed with sufficient torque, without stalling.
Standards and Approvals:
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. What is the purpose of a gang box?
A. A gang box is a metal or plastic box designed for securely holding electrical components.
Q. Where are fan speed controls used?
A. Dayton fan speed controls are used for controlling the speed of attic, kitchen, ceiling or bathroom fans.
Q. How to install Dayton 48C172 speed control?
A.
- Ensure that the power is disconnected prior to opening the electrical box.
- There are multiple electrical knock-outs located at the base of the electrical box to attach a conduit for routing wires for the solid-state speed control.
- Replace the existing wiring harness with the new wiring harness from the kit. This harness accepts the connection to and from the speed control, which is to be wired in series with the speed-controlled motor and line voltage.
- Ensure that the solid-state speed control is properly grounded.
- Utilise the provided wire connector to attach the field-supplied ground wire to the speed control.
- Make sure that all electrical boxes and unit doors are properly closed.
