The most basic three way switch setup has two switches that connect and control one light fixture like switches on either end of a hallway staircase or large living area.
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In a hallway or large room for example installing three way switches at both ends lets you turn the light fixture on or off from both locations.
Two 3 way switches are required in any 3 way application.
Wiring a 3 way light switch.
Wall switches used to control ceiling light fixtures or other fixtures come in three types.
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For example a long hallway or stairway might use a pair of three way.
Wiring a 3 way light switch is certainly more complicated than that of the more common single pole switch but you can figure it out if you follow our 3 way switch wiring diagram.
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Before proceeding make sure you are comfortable working with electrical wires and switches.
A 3 way wall switch controls a common light or set of lights from two separate switch locations.
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Each switch kit can be controlled using the kasa app amazon echo or google assistant.
Easy to install and replaces standard 3 way switches.
This guide highlights the procedures for replacing a broken 3 way electrical switch.
With a pair of 3 way switches either can make or break the connection that completes the circuit to the light.