3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
Every 3-way circuit requires two 3-way switches
3-way switches are also called single pole/double throw
Follow the ABC’s of wiring along with 3-way notes
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
3-way switches have 3 terminals: one is marked common or is darker in color
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
3-way switches do not have ON/OFF on the toggle face
3-Way Switch Circuit NotesSteps to Wiring a 3-Way Circuit
1. NEUTRAL connected to the outlet
3-Way Switch Circuit NotesSteps to Wiring a 3-Way Circuit
2. BLACK source to the COMMON of one switch
3-Way Switch Circuit NotesSteps to Wiring a 3-Way Circuit
3. BLACK from outlet to the COMMON of the other switch
3-Way Switch Circuit NotesSteps to Wiring a 3-Way Circuit
4. The TRAVELERS are connected to the remaining terminals or wires
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
Wiring a 3-Way Switch
Switch 1 Switch 2 Duplex
C C
Light
Source
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
Wiring a 3-Way Switch
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
How a 3-Way Switch Works
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
How a 3-Way Switch Works
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
How a 3-Way Switch Works
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
How a 3-Way Switch Works
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
How a 3-Way Switch Works
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3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
How a 3-Way Switch Works
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
How a 3-Way Switch Works
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
How a 3-Way Switch Works
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
How a 3-Way Switch Works
3-Way Switch Circuit Notes
How a 3-Way Switch Works
Switch 1 Switch 2 Duplex
C C
Light
Source