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Is a Hot Light Switch Safe?

The Importance of Sizing Dimmer Switches for Light Fixtures: All dimmer switches are rated according to the number of watts that are being controlled. The most common size dimmer switch is 600 watts

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3-Way Dimmer Switch Compatibility

Understanding 3-Way Dimmer Switch Compatibility - When using two or more dimmer switches they must be compatible with each other. Some brands will require you to have Master and Slave units, such as...

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Installing Three Way Dimmer Light Switches

How to Install One or Two 3-Way Dimmer Switches: I have 4 kitchen ceiling lights that are currently controlled by two 3-way switches. I'd like to add a dimmer.

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Help For Your Dimmer Switch Wiring

How to Wire a Dimmer Switch: Dimmer Switch Wiring, Dimmer switch wiring diagrams, Wiring a 3-way dimmer switch.

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How to Wire Dimmer Switches and Light Fixtures

How do I wire a dimmer switch for a new light fixture? How to Connect Wires for Dimmer Switches and Light Fixtures.

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Installing a Dimmer Switch for Existing Fixtures

How do I Replace a Switch with a Dimmer Switch for my Light Fixtures? Dimmer Switch Wiring Connections for Light Fixtures.

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Electrical Wall Switch Variations

What types of switches are available for a garbage disposal? Wiring switches for a Light and Garbage Disposal.

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Should I use a Remote Switch or a Standard Dimmer Switch?

Eric in Florida asks: What is the purpose of using a Lightolier ZPR-3 remote switch? Can it be replaced with a standard residential light switch?

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