Impressive Wiring A 3 Way Switch As A Single Pole
Dominick amorosso decemberj 2012 110 volt electrical 11 comments 27439 views in this video i explain just how easy it is to add a three way switch to an existing single pole one switch lighting circuit.
Wiring a 3 way switch as a single pole. Single pole switch on line side left side of diagram blank. In order for a 3 way switch to function as a single pole the wires need to be connected to the common and one of the traveler terminals. You would use one of the dark colored screws with one of t.
How to wire a three way switch to a existing single pole light switch circuit. It will not work if the wires are connected to the two traveler terminals. To convert a 3 way switch to single pole one of the traveler wires is removed from the switch.
3 way switches can be converted to single pole in several configurations. To use a three way switch as a single pole one connect the hot wires to the common terminal and the traveler on the same side of the switch body.