Identifying A Bad Light Switch
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I have a bad light switch, How do I know which one is bad? |
How to Know Which Switch is Bad
[ad#block]Question: I have a bad light switch, How do I know which one is bad?
This electrical question came from: John, a Homeowner from Falls Church.
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question John.
The resources will assist you with your electrical question:
| Light Switch Wiring Wiring Diagrams 3 Way Switch Diagram |
| John, you stated you were a Homeowner, so you may find the information found at this link to be helpful: |
| Do-It-Yourself Electrical |
| You identified your project to be about Troubleshooting, so you might find this information useful: |
Troubleshooting Electrical Wiring Troubleshooting Electrical Wiring Licensed Electrician Reveals the Secrets of Successful Electrical Troubleshooting Methods used to solve the majority of the home electrical problems and wiring failures encountered. |
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