I recently embarked on a fun home automation project to replace my old dual switches with a TP-Link HS200 smart switch. My ceiling fan with a light kit was controlled by two separate switches in a single gang box—one for the fan and one for the light. I wanted to streamline this setup while retaining the ability to control both the fan and the light using the remote control that came with the fan.
At first, I wasn’t entirely sure how to wire everything correctly. After some research and a bit of trial and error, I figured out that I could pigtail the two load wires from the existing switches onto a single black wire from the smart switch. I also connected the hot wire to one of the black wires on the smart switch. The ground and neutral wires were connected as usual.
To my delight, the setup worked perfectly! Now, I can control both the fan and the light independently using the TP-Link app, and the remote control still functions as intended. This project was a great way to modernize my home controls without breaking the bank. If anyone has similar questions or needs help with their own projects, feel free to reach out—I’d be happy to share more details or troubleshoot any issues!