Wiring - 12 fan to two single pole switches
Charmer88
Reg. Feb 2007
Posted 2011-07-04 10:00 PM (#135381)
Subject: Wiring - 12 fan to two single pole switches


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When I got my trailer 6 years ago it had a 12v fan that at one time had a cigarette lighter end. It was cut off and wired direct, it's been too long since I took that out after it stopped working. Now I have 2 fans I would like to wire to a two pole switch I put in at the back of the trailer. I figured this way I can have the fans switch on and if I need it I can just flip a switch after they are loaded.Can I still wire these newer fans directly? I unscrewed the end and saw one wire is black the other gray with the fuse. This type of switch throws me off a little bit too( I like toggle switches ).The switch is similar to this:http://electrical.hardwarestore.com/14-53-single-pole-switches/combination-two-single-pole-switches-102960.aspxI'm lost on this. Which is the positive?Thank you.
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PaulChristenson
Reg. Jan 2007
Posted 2011-07-05 12:06 AM (#135382 - in reply to #135381)
Subject: RE: Wiring - 12 fan to two single pole switches


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Make sure you add a LVD switch to0 your circuit, so you do not run your battery down... http://www.windynation.com/products/accessories/charge-controllers/...

Edited by PaulChristenson 2011-07-05 12:07 AM
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hosspuller
Reg. Oct 2003
Posted 2011-07-05 12:32 PM (#135393 - in reply to #135381)
Subject: RE: Wiring - 12 fan to two single pole switches


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The wire with the fuse is the positive. (hot)
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Charmer88
Reg. Feb 2007
Posted 2011-07-05 1:18 PM (#135394 - in reply to #135393)
Subject: RE: Wiring - 12 fan to two single pole switches


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Thank you.

I thought the wire with the fuse was hot but definately needed to hear it from someone who is more electrical than I am. Though I'm having fun learning this stuff. Hopefully I don't melt anything!
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