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    jonpainchaud Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jan 9, 2014, 11:07 AM
    Installing a Dimmer
    I am trying to install a dimmer in my kitchen and am stumped. Too many wires and not enough knowledge.

    Please see photo here:

    http://i1268.photobucket.com/albums/jj570/jonpainchaud/Side%20Projects/Light_zps752fc7af.jpg

    Which wires connect together? Help please!
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    Jan 9, 2014, 11:23 AM
    Is this switch (the old switch) one of a set of 3-way switches?
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    Jan 9, 2014, 03:04 PM
    I am with Harold on this, that red wire is likely a traveler for a 3 way switch. Do you have two or more switches that control your kitchen light, possible at opposite ends of the room?
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    Jan 9, 2014, 03:17 PM
    Agree that most likely this is part of a 3-way switch setup.

    Why did you undo the splices in the box?
    What wires were spliced together before?
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    Jan 9, 2014, 03:19 PM
    I have to say, if you have no idea what you are doing as you say you'd be best served calling an electrician to clean this up.
    Do you have a tester or meter?
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