To wire a 4-way switch configuration, you'll need the following components: One 4-way switch. The centerpiece of the setup, the 4-way switch connects two 3-way switches and allows you to control the lights from multiple locations. Two 3-way switches. The 3-way switches work in conjunction with the 4-way switch to complete the multi-location.. 4-Way Switch Wiring 3 Switches. 4-way switches have four terminals each with two pairs of travelers (one pair usually black and and the other pair brass color). A three switch configuration will have two 3-way switches, one on each end and one 4-way switch in the middle. In the diagrams below, switch 1 common terminal connects to line voltage.
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How Does a 4-Way Switch Work? The 4-way switch works by connecting two three-way switches together. When one of the switches is flipped, it will activate the other switch and either turn the light on or off. With this type of wiring, it is possible to control the middle light from either the three-way switch or the four-way switch. This allows.. Connecting the Wires. To connect the wires in a 4-way switch circuit, follow the steps outlined below: Turn off the power: Before working on any electrical wiring, always switch off the power at the circuit breaker to ensure your safety.; Remove the existing switches: Carefully remove the existing switches from their electrical boxes.Take note of the wires connected to each switch.