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    Aug 23, 2010, 04:58 AM
    When I install a timer on a 3 way switch, the light pulses on/off?
    I want to leave the other switch in place and have the timer work on the other 3 way switch. Is this possible? I've capped one of the two wires, but the timer switch (Leviton) is pulsing on and off?
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    Aug 23, 2010, 05:16 AM

    It is only possible if you tell us the part number of the switch. Leviton make many timers.
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    Aug 28, 2010, 08:10 PM

    It is a No. 616IT. Decora, 500W, Present Electroc Timer Switch, with 10-20-30-60 minute presets. The light slowly pulses from on to off every 2-3 seconds or so. The switch hums. There light says it is a single pole, but I've read where some folks have been successful installing a timer on a light that has 2 switches. Thanks for the help.
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