Adding a switch to garage lights
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Adding a switch to garage lights
Hi,
I have 3 lights in my garage controlled by a single switch. The wiring goes from the switch box to the first light in the center of the garage. From there, two wires run to two more lights. How would I add a switch so the first switch controls two of the lights and the second switch controls one light. I have access to the attic space above the garage and can get to all the wires. My house is 10 yrs old. I'm guessing this is pretty simple, but some detailed instructions would be much appreciated. Thanks.
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Third Light
I have 3 lights in my garage controlled by a single switch. The wiring goes from the switch box to the first light in the center of the garage. From there, two wires run to two more lights. How would I add a switch so the first switch controls two of the lights and the second switch controls one light. I have access to the attic space above the garage and can get to all the wires. My house is 10 yrs old. I'm guessing this is pretty simple, but some detailed instructions would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Second Light
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First Light---------------Switch
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Third Light
Last edited by twitchylegs; 08-05-07 at 10:56 AM. Reason: Change Diagram
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Replace the cable from the witch to the first light with with three conductor cable (plus ground).
Add the second switch, use the red wire for the second switched hot, make the changes at the first light.
Add the second switch, use the red wire for the second switched hot, make the changes at the first light.