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Posted by on June 29, 2006, 8:17 am
Joseph Meehan wrote:
> billsmithenator@gmail.com wrote:
> > Hello all!
> >
> > Is 14-3 wire OK for wiring a ceiling fan/light fixture's 3-way
> > switches? My setup is going to be something like this:
> >
> >
http://www.the-home-improvement-web.com/information/how-to/three-way-switch-option4.htm
> >
> > I have 12-2 running to the fixture, and was hoping to use 14-3 for
> > running to the switches. I figure 14 gauge can handle 15 amps and I
> > won't be needing more than a couple of amps to run the fan. Do I need
> > the 12-3, or can I use the 14-3?
> >
> > Thanks!
>
> The only problem is later someone may figure that since they see 12
> gauge on the circuit that the whole circuit is 12 gauge and add a heater to
> that fan/light. Also you did not note if the circuit was protected by a 20
> amp or 15 amp breaker. Clearly you do not want 14 gauge on a 20 amp
> circuit.
>
> 12-3 is not going to cost you much more and then you can add that heater
> if you want it later. Do it right now and you will not need to do it over
> later.
>
> --
> Joseph Meehan
>
> Dia duit
Yes, it's on a 20A circuit. I'll go with the 12-3 like you all
recommend. Thanks for the tips!
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