How to Wire a 3-Way Switch

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Learn how to wire a 3-way switch. The wiring is more complicated than a traditional single-pole switch, but we’ll explain how to make the connections. Once you’re done, you’ll be able to control a light from two switches.

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0:01 – 0:12 How to Wire a 3-Way Switch
0:13 – 0:24 Step #1: Turn Off Power
0:25 – 0:43 Step #2: Where to Find a 3-Way Switch
0:44 – 0:58 Step #3: Label Wires
0:59 – 1:02 Step #4: Strip Wires
1:03 – 1:09 Step #5: Attach Ground Wires
1:10 – 2:16 Step #6: Connect Switch 1
2:17 – 3:20 Step #7: Connect Switch 2
3:21 – 3:38 Step #8: Install the Light
3:39 – 3:47 Step #9: Turn Circuit On

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From: Family Handyman

Date: July 8, 2019

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21 thoughts on “How to Wire a 3-Way Switch”

Noice 😉

@Family Handyman
Question, I have both the hot line from the breaker and the line going to the lights coming into the same box in switch 1. Switch two is clear on the other side of the room.
How do I wire that?

And where does your main power feed in and connect to you didn't cover that

this was the best video , excellent teaching , thank you

What if you have a RED/ white wire? What is that?

How about 3 switches?

That was great. Thanks!

Short video with clear visuals and a great explanation. Couldn't ask for a better guide. THANK YOU. Now I've got my switches working exactly as I wanted, with both switches down turning off the light.