Wiring Diagrams and Schematics for 3 Way Switches
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How to Wire 3 Way Switches – Power to the First Switch |
How to Wire 3 Way Switches – Power to the First Switch
[ad#block]Electrical Question: I’m looking for a schematic wiring diagram on how to do a 3 way switch with a – switch, light, light, switch with power coming into the first switch.
- I have the understanding of a normal 3 way switch, but the extra light has thrown me.
Thank you in advance.
This electrical question came from: Ken, a Handyman from Sylvan Lake, Alberta, Canada
See more about Home Wiring for Canada
Additional Comments: If you are able to help me out with this question, I would say you’re the best out there so far as I have searched and searched and couldn’t find anyone to help me.
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Ken.
Wiring 3-Way Switches
- Rather than explaining the process of wiring three way switches, I have provided links below that will take you to full detailed three way switch wiring diagrams that you will find very helpful.
Light Switch Wiring
Wiring Diagrams
3 Way Switch Diagram
You identified your project to be about 3 Way Switch Diagram,
so you might find this information useful:
3 Way Switch Diagram
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.
This link is helpful as a Handyman
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