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Default 3-way switch question

I was unsuccessful trying to find a diagram for it. It appears to me, that
it will only work at the one three way location with the "common" going to
the light, provided you have a neutral at that location




"Jeff Wisnia" wrote in message
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Terry wrote:
On Sun, 18 Mar 2007 10:26:13 -0500, "Bg" wrote:


Is there a 3-way switch that has a light showing that the light (outside
and can't be seen form the switch) is on. I have an outside garage light
with 2 switches, one in the garage and one in the front hallway. From the
hallway you can't see if the light is on or not. Either switch can be in
the up or down position based on where it was turned on or off. (hence
3-way switch) Looking for some means to identify if the light actually
on.

Thanks
Bg



http://www.levitonproducts.com/catalog/model_5638-2.htm

They make one that looks like a normal switch. I am just too lazy to
look for one.


I'm skeptical enough about that switch filling the OP's need just by
substituring them for the existing switches that I just pinged Leviton and
asked them for clarification that will be the case, without requiring one
more lead run between the two switch locations, and a neutral available at
both locations as well.

If I get a reply, I'll post it here.

Jeff

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