3 way switch not turning off light????
#1
3 way switch not turning off light????
i just installed new wiring in my hallway today...among other things, i ran wires for a ceiling fan at the top off the stairs....i ran the wiring for a three way switch to be used....heres my set-up......12/2 from breaker--three way switch(neutrals and grounds tied together, black to common)---12/3 to second three way(black and red to travelers)---12/2 to fixture(black to common)..ok now heres the problem...the light stays on...i didn't put the fan up yet..i have a temporary pull chain fixture up for now...but still it should shut off right???
#3
On your 12-3 to the second switch, what did you do with the white wire. You need all three wires on the switch. Make note the white wire is not a neutral in switching.
#5
no idea how, but i turned the breaker off, pulled the switches out of the box, changed nothing, turned the power back on, and there it was....working....maybe the switches need to be in a certain position before restoring power??/who knows...its working now, and i'm tired...thanks for everyones advice...later
#6
Originally Posted by chandler
On your 12-3 to the second switch, what did you do with the white wire. You need all three wires on the switch. Make note the white wire is not a neutral in switching.