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greg003
Mar 3, 2013, 09:43 AM
I'm in remodeling our basement and plan on using 6" Halo recessed lights (12). I have installed lights before, but not on a 3-way circuit with dimmer switches. I know that it calls for 14-3 wire for the dimmers, but does it have to go to each light or just the first light and then connect the rest in a daisy chain. Can you clarify this.
Thanks,
Greg003

hkstroud
Mar 3, 2013, 02:45 PM
Installation of 3-way switches requires 3-wire cable between switches. Three way switches always work in pairs. Whether that is 14 gauge or 12 gauge wire depends on the amperage of the circuit.