Dead End 3 Way Wiring Diagram. There are 2 variations of dead end 3ways. Using wire cutters trim the yellow wire on both deako backplates so that it is flush to the plastic you will not need this wire.
A dead end 3 way switch wiring method. All three way switch and 2 way switch wiring diagrams have the same basic components. A dead end 3 way switch wiring method.
Three way 3 way switches are used to control one or more lights from 2 locations such as on a staircase at the top and bottom or on both ends of a hallw.
This method is commonly used by professional electricians. If you are trying to troubleshoot a 3 way switch operation you will need to identify the function of each wire. Extending the switch leg over to the common as shown in the photo above or extending the hot over to the common as described below. This method is commonly used by professional electricians.
