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At least two different methods. One is to run power from panel to one light, then to the next, then next, then next. Run separate cable from each light to the switch location where you want the control.
Other way is to run power from panel (hot, neutral and ground) to first switch box, then an identical cable to the light #1, contine always hot wire from switch box 1 to switch box 2, then identical cable to light 2, repeat 2 moe times.
If you are talking about 4 switches in one box, use pigtails from incoming (from panel) hot to each switch--then apply that concept to the options listed above for switches in different locations. Watch and anticipate/plan how many conductors will be in each box and check code for maximum wires in various size boxes.
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A three-wire installation provides a power source for?
Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hz supply service.A three wire installation provides a power source for independent 120 volt circuits and 240 volt circuit with neutral.A common 120/240 volt 200 amp distribution service panel can have 42 circuits supplied from it. These circuits can be in any number of different combinations of 120 volts or 240 volts.
What is the use of wire terminal?
A wire terminal is used in electrical wiring. It is used to hold the wires when wiring switches and receptacles. There are different types of terminals including screw terminals.
Examples of a circuit?
a circuit is a round wire that connects through a battery into a lightbulb
What are the basic parts of a simple electric circuits?
The three essential parts of any electrical circuit are: a power source (like a battery or generator), a load(like a light bulb or motor) and connectors (wires) to join them together.A fourth part, that is always a very important thing to have in most circuits, is a control device such as a switch, circuit breaker or fuse.
How do you control 2 lamps with two way switch?
A 3way switch at each location is what you use, but it must be wired properly to work. You must have incoming power at one switch location and no power at the other location. The other location has the wire going up to the light. You then need a 3 conducted wire such as 12/3 or 14/3 running between the switches. Use the same size wire you used to power the switch and top up to the light. You then connect the black power wire at one location to the black screw on the switch, and at the other location you connect the black wire going to the light to the black screw on that switch. At each location tie the whites together under a wire nut and shove that back in the box. Tie the grounds together and connect that to the ground screw at each switch. At each location you will now have the black and red wire from the wire you ran between the switches left. Those are called travelers. Connect those wires to the remaining 2 screws left on the switches at each location. Does not mater which you connect to which screw. Assuming no other wires are involved this is how you wire it.
How do you run three switches and a hot outlet from one incoming power source?
You need to run a wire from the existing power source to switch to switch to switch to outlet.
How do you wire a single pole switch?
There are different ways to do this. The basic way it to use the black wire on each line (power from breaker and line to the outlet/appliance) and wire it to the switch. The white wires can be tied together using a wire nut or some type of wire joining device. The ground wires must also be tied together and to the junction box. Follow basic precautions such as making sure there is no power to the line before attempting to do this.
How do I wire a new 3-way switch. I can't follow what my book says.?
you need the following wire should be 14-3 wire and two three way switches 14 -3 wire has 4wire in the bundle 1white 1black 1 copper and 1 of a different color this wire runs from switch to fixture to switch from power source tie copper wires together from source ( this is a ground )tie to fixture ground tie black wire together from source this should be the hot leg tie white wire together from source ( this is a Neutral) fourth wire runs from switch to switch wire nut together at fixture follow switch instructions all else fails call electrician
How do I wire a new 3-way switch. I can't follow what my book says?
you need the following wire should be 14-3 wire and two three way switches 14 -3 wire has 4wire in the bundle 1white 1black 1 copper and 1 of a different color this wire runs from switch to fixture to switch from power source tie copper wires together from source ( this is a ground )tie to fixture ground tie black wire together from source this should be the hot leg tie white wire together from source ( this is a Neutral) fourth wire runs from switch to switch wire nut together at fixture follow switch instructions all else fails call electrician
What is a Jeep Grand Cherokee power seat wiring harness?
It is a wire loom that powers the buttons/switches for the power seat!
Electrons flow through a circuit from a power source and return to the power source via what?
a wire assumed to be at ground
How is parallel circuit different form a series circuit?
In a parallel circuit there are multiple wires coming from a power source to power diffret devises and they don't go in a chain. In a series circuit one wire comes from a power source and strings together multiple devise in a single wire. With the chain the power level for the wire goss down with each added load unlike in a parrell circuit.
What is the ACC wire coming out of a car stereo?
power for amp IT GIVE YOU A POWER SOURCE WICH IS SUPPOSED TO BE HOOKED UP TO THE ACC (ACCESSORY) WIRE FROM YOUR CAR WHICH WILL GO ON AND OFF WITH THE IGNITION. THIS IS NOT A CONSTANT POWER SOURCE, DO NOT HOOK YOUR STATION MEMORY OR CLOCK TO THIS POWER SOURCE
How do you install a key start on a ssr 125cc pit bike?
All key systmes are electirical switches. Just like a toggle switch except for with a key for security. Get a switch at a parts store and wire it in between the power source and the ignition. If magneto then wire it to ground the mag.
How do you fix open live wire?
Disconnect it from the power source.
What are the four features required to construct a working simple circuit?
power source, wire, switch, end fixture. Simplest circuit would be a power source and a heating element. No wire or switch needed.
Can CAT5 wire be used to supply power?
Yes. A Cat-5 line can be used to supply power to certain Ethernet Switches that support POE, or Power Over Ethernet.
