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    MossRock Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    #1

    Oct 11, 2009, 11:34 AM
    3-way for fan/light
    I have two switches with the following cables in each box:

    Switch A: Red/Black/White, Red/Black/White
    Switch B: Red/Black/White, Black/White

    I got cute and replaced the original [A] single switch with a double switch, without writing down the original wiring. Now I realize that I wanted to keep the original single switch.

    How do I properly wire A? Which wires do I pair up with a wire nut and which go to the switch? Thanks!
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    Oct 11, 2009, 07:08 PM

    Not enough information here. Sounds like you will have to call a professional. It is usually a fairly straightforward job.

    EPM
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    Oct 11, 2009, 08:37 PM

    You titled your post 3-way switch. You then refer a single and a double switch. What do you mean by single and double switch.
    How many terminals (screw) does the original switch have. What does the switch(s) do? Switch A is in one box and switch B is in another, correct?
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    Oct 14, 2009, 09:50 AM

    Switch A had 6 wires?
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    Oct 14, 2009, 05:44 PM

    Na, switch A is a 4-way, 4 terminals with a neutral or common return leg running through box. Switch B is a 3-way. Bet you.
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    Oct 19, 2009, 01:18 PM

    He lists 6 wires going to switch A. We need some clarity!
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