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Asked Jul 31, 2009, 06:40 AM — 2 Answers
Hi,
I've reciently converted my attick into a bedroom and at the moment there is a 1gang 2 way switch in there. I need to get a switch at the bottom of the stairs. What do I do? The switch in the attick has the feed to it. I've put a 3 core twin and earch cable in but don't no how to connect it to the switches. Can any1 help? Email me gavfiesta@aol.com thanks

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Jul 31, 2009, 06:45 AM
Go here:
Advice on Three Way Switches and Other Power Sources
Then click on your wiring setup.
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Jul 31, 2009, 07:36 AM
I assume that you are not U.S. I also assume that 3 core twin and earth a is 3 conductor cable with earth wire.

You need two 3-way switches. In U.S, white wire is used for neutral, may be different color for you.
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