The most basic three way switch setup has two switches that connect and control one light fixture like switches on either end of a hallway staircase or large living area.
													
																	Replacing 3 way light switch with dimmer. 
									
	
		
	
																	Need to install or replace a 3 way light switch in your home. 
																	I am trying to replace one of the 3 way light switches with a lutron dimmer switch lutron maestro 1 1 4 amp light almond digital dimmer model. 
																	Ever wonder how to install a dimmer switch on a three lighting circuit. 
																	Check the rating of the dimmer switch you purchase. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Dimmer switches don t work on most fluorescent fixtures and low voltage lighting requires special low voltage dimmers. 
																	A ground wire a hot lead wire and two travelers to allow for a connection to another switch or outlet. 
																	If you are replacing an existing 3 way switch. 
																	If only one switch controls the light purchase a single pole dimmer. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Well think no more. 
																	In this video i show you how it s done the easy way. 
																	Most dimmer switches can handle 600 watts of power. 
																	Let us show you how. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	If two switches control a single light or a group of lights you will. 
																	It s easier than you might think. 
																	3 way switches are also marked with four wires in the wall outlet. 
																	Replacing a standard single pole or three way switch with a dimmer switch is no different than replacing a standard switch. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Many manufacturers are now producing dimmer switches that can be used for either single pole or 3 way switches. 
																	You will need a three way dimmer and a three way switch. 
																	This lets you dim from one location and turn the lights on and off from another. 
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																	If the words on and off aren t embossed on the switch and it s one of two switches that control a single light or receptacle you have a three way switch. 
																	How to replace a three way light switch a three way switch is a handy convenience to control a light from two locations such as at the top and bottom of a staircase.