Single Pole Double Throw Light Switch

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I have a whole house fan. I installed a GE Enbrighten Zwave switch to control the fan on/off. This particular switch has the higher current rating needed for the fan.

However, for speed control, high/low, I had to use a standard, non-smart, 3 way switch. This all works fine. But I can't change the speed remotely. Have to physically go to the wall switch.

Does anyone know of a SPDT smart switch that can handle this type of thing? I know I can put in a relay and use a regular smart switch, but there isn't room in the box. And would prefer not to have to change the box out. Also want to make sure I still have the manual control if the hub is down, thus wanting a switch and not just a relay.

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I use the Thirdreality surface mounted switches over a paddle-style 3-way for this. The Thirdreality did not consistently work with toggle-style switches.

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Dang, never thought of that. I have one of those I'm not using. I'll give it a try. Thanks.

EDIT: Installed it. Works great. My switch is a paddle type, so good there.
Thanks again for the suggestion.

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