Fan device

A fan lets you control power, speed settings, and oscillation for personalized airflow. When connected through Node-RED Alexa integration, you can automate fan speed adjustments based on temperature sensors or voice commands.

Output

The following is a sample Node-RED output for this device using default component values:

{
  "id": "{--Fan Device ID--}",
  "name": "{--Fan Device Name--}",
  "type": "fan",
  "components": {
    "PowerController": {
      "powerState": "OFF"
    },
    "RangeController": {
      "rangeValue": 0
    },
    "ToggleController": {
      "toggleState": "OFF"
    }
  },
  "metadata": {
    "previous": {
      "components": {
        ...
      }
    }
  }
}

Components

The following components enable various features and controls for this device. Each component offers specific capabilities, commands, and configurations to enhance your Node-RED Alexa integration.

PowerController

The PowerController is essential for managing the power states of devices.

Commands:

“Alexa, turn on the Living room lights.”
“Alexa, turn off the Kitchen.”

Specification:

RangeController

The RangeController manages adjustable ranges such as fan speed or height.

Commands:

“Alexa, set the bedroom fan speed to 7.”
“Alexa, set the fan speed on the bedroom fan to maximum.”
“Alexa, turn up the bedroom fan speed.”
“Alexa, decrease the fan speed on the bedroom fan by 3.”
“Alexa, what's the bedroom fan speed?”
“Alexa, raise the blinds.”
“Alexa, lower the blinds.”

Specification:

ToggleController

The ToggleController manages the ON/OFF state of a specific property (e.g., oscillation for a fan).

Commands:

“Alexa, turn on the ice maker.”
“Alexa, turn off kitchen lights.”

Specification: