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Re: Elec. Fan wiring

To: Adrian Barnes <adrian@workgroup.net>
Subject: Re: Elec. Fan wiring
Date: Tue, 22 Feb 2000 15:22:01 -0500
Cc: "Spridgets (E-mail)" <spridgets@autox.team.net>
References: <015513B3D763D311873200104B2C606A087CDA@pdc.workgroup.net>
Adrian -

Two thoughts:
1)  Use a thermocouple/termostat, or you'll end up taking forever to get
up to operating temperature.
2)  Even if the contacts are rated to take the load of the fan, use a
relay.

Chris K.

Adrian Barnes wrote:
> 
> I was searching around the archives trying to figure out if anybody had ever
> mentioned the best way to wire in an electric fan (particularly to a 1500)
> but didn't see anything other than pros and cons.  What can it be wired to
> that will have the best results for all systems involved?  My brain isn't
> functioning quite right today (still shocked that the local chain auto parts
> store had spark plug wires for the car because I'm so used to hearing "we
> can order it for you")...should anything additional be done when wiring it
> in, or is the good old splice method all I need to do?  Thanks!
> 
> adrian
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