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    Aug 26, 2012, 06:55 PM
    Single pole vs. 3-way switch
    Can a 3-way switch be used where a single pole switch should be and the power continue to another receptacle that is not dependent on the switch ?
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    Aug 26, 2012, 07:21 PM
    Yes, I guess so. Depends on how it is wired.
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    Aug 26, 2012, 08:29 PM
    What is the reason you want to use a 3 way switch instead of just using a single pole switch?
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