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Paddkoof34
May 27, 2009, 08:28 PM
How do you wire multiple lights using a 3 way switch? I wired multiple lights using a 3 way switch and when I turn on the switch, the lights are dim. What did I do wrong?
Perito
May 27, 2009, 08:29 PM
You probably wired the lights in series. The lights need to be wired in parallel. The diagram shows how they should be connected. Don't forget the green or bare wire (not shown).
Paddkoof34
May 27, 2009, 08:38 PM
You probably wired the lights in series. The lights need to be wired in parallel. The diagram shows how they should be connected. Don't forget the green or bare wire (not shown).
Thanks, I appreciate your help!
jerro
May 27, 2009, 08:46 PM
When you say 3 way switch, Are you connected to 2 3way switches or just one?
Paddkoof34
May 27, 2009, 09:02 PM
I am installing multiple lights between 2-3way switches
jerro
May 27, 2009, 09:16 PM
Ok, just checking. Then Perito's diagram would be correct
Paddkoof34
May 28, 2009, 05:53 AM
Thank you for your help!