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One 3-way dimmer switch, one regular 3-way switch and one 4-way switch. The 4-way is wired between the two pairs of travelers from the other two switches. The common on the dimmer is tied to either the light or to the branch hot and the common on the other 3-way is tied to whichever is left (hot or the light).
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What color wire is the dimmer switch?
The color of the wire for a dimmer switch can vary, but it is typically black. It's important to refer to the installation instructions provided with the dimmer switch to ensure proper wiring.
How do you wire a 3-way dimmer switch that has two red wires and one black and one green when the box has two red and two black?
To wire a 3-way dimmer switch with two red wires, one black wire, and one green wire to a box with two red wires and two black wires, connect one of the red wires from the switch to the red wire in the box. Connect the other red wire from the switch to the black wire in the box. Finally, connect the black wire from the switch to the remaining red wire in the box. Make sure to connect the green wire from the switch to the grounding wire in the box.
Is it possible to wire a dimmer switch off another dimmer switch for a completeley different light?
No, the dimmer switch needs its own individual circuit power supply to feed the fixtures connected to it. The black of the second dimmer switch can not be connected to the red wire of the first dimmer switch. Now if you are talking about using a common "hot" to feed two dimmer switches then this can be done. The neutrals will be common also. So what you should have is two black wires connected together with the incoming "hot". Two neutrals connected together with the incoming white. The red from each dimmer is then connected to its own individual fixture load.
Were do you connect the dimmer wire?
The dimmer wire is typically connected to the lighting fixture or switch where you want to control the brightness. Make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions and local electrical codes when connecting the dimmer wire to ensure safe and proper installation.
Why does dimmer switch have one black and one red wire?
1 is for the positive (+) source and 1 for the negative (-) source
