Replacing 3 Way Light Switches

Help for Wiring Your New or Replacement 3-Way Light Switches

Wiring for Replacement 3-Way Light Switches
Question: I have an installed 3-way switch that I want to replace with a 3-way switch with pilot light so when I’m in the house I can tell if someone left the light on in the attached garage.

• The 2nd 3-way switch is located in the garage by the service door and is fine the way it is.
• Existing wires in the house electric box: white, black, red and ground.
• New pilot switch to be installed is a
  • Pass & Seymour Legrand 695-IG Combination Device 15A 120V 3WY SW W/PLT LIGHT.
  • Pilot light on top and switch on the bottom.

This electrical question came from: Jerry, a Homeowner from Danbury, Wisconsin
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Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Jerry.

Help for Wiring Your New or Replacement 3-Way Light Switches

• Jerry, my search on the internet found no wiring diagrams for this device, however the electrical wiring specifications did call for 125 volts for the pilot light
• I am assuming that this switch may require a neutral wire, and the 3-way switch portion would be wire just as the original 3-way switch that you are replacing.

The Following links will assist you with your 3-Way Switches
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• 3 Way Switch Diagram
  • In response to the requests for this information, I have developed a comprehensive,step-by-step guide
  • Designed to walk you through the identification and wiring of your 3-way switches.

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