I have a 3way switch. One has a dimmer and one doesn't. Can I use this to replace the non-dimmer switch? Will the dimmer on the other switch stillwork
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Hi Tom, That's actually my current setup. I used to have 1 dimmer and 2-regular non-dimmer switches and I replaced one of the non-dimmer switches with Honeywell timer switch. As long as each switches are independent to each other, it should not be an issue. Btw, I'm not a professional electrician so this response is just based on my current home setup. - Joel
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Hi Tom, That's actually my current setup. I used to have 1 dimmer and 2-regular non-dimmer switches and I replaced one of the non-dimmer switches with Honeywell timer switch. As long as each switches are independent to each other, it should not be an issue. Btw, I'm not a professional electrician so this response is just based on my current home setup.- Joel
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I don't think this would be a good idea. I believe that the Timer needs the full 110 volts to work properly.
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I don't see why not. This is just a switch with a fancy timer. Of course it is not a dimmer but I don't think there would be a problem with contolling a dimmer. JMHO
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Sorry this model can not connect a dimmer switch. we also have 1 new model can connect with dimmer switch. you can see that later .
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If you have a 3 way switch .. two wall switches that will operate one light ... you must replace it with a three way switch. this kit is not two identical switches it's a master and remote setup.
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Yes, I have this Lutron dimming switch installed with another standard non-dimming 3-way switch. Dimming is controlled at the Lutron swtich then either switch can control on-off. The standard 3-way will be limited by the dimmer setting when used as the on switch.
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Not according to my electrician, at least not with the LED fixtures that I purchased to use with these switches. I had to use 'conventional' dimmer switches, which worked fine.
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I had to update to the new dimmable switches. Home Depot or Lowes will point you to the proper switch. The Old will not work properly.
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You need to replace both switches as the z-wave switches do not work with regular switches. The main switch with, Jasco Z-Wave Wireless Lighting Control On/Off Switch, 45609 and the second switch with the 45610 to make it a 3 way. A second 45610 will make a 4 way for your info. You can either buy a kit which contains both or buy them separately. I would recommend that you stay away from GE Z-wave dimmers if that thought crossed your mind.
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No, you cannot use this in a 3-way switch and keep the functionality of the other switch. You could use it with the other 3-way switch, but you'd have to always keep that switch in one certain position. I'd suggest doing some Bing searches on how 3-way switches work.It would be possible to re-wire it, and remove the other switch.
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Yes, but it defeats the three way operation. Instructions are included in the box. If you know how to read a wiring diagram you can figure it out. Otherwise you should call an electrician. I have replaced one of my three way switches and it works, but as mentioned the three way feature is defeated (think about it - you don't want another switch in the 3-way to turn off your timer!).
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Yes this dimmer switch will work well. Pay strict attention to how you remove and be sure you replace the same direction you took it out.
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It did not work on a dimmer swItch. The installer trIed but it did not work. Not sure what kind of dimmer he used. The light is gorgeous!
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These controllers don't work like the normal 3 way style, you need either another one of these or the non-level control version of this line. Nice thing is, you can set them up easily (not cheaply) to control from many more than just 2 locations, with or with the dimming function.
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I've installed this ballast once before and it has worked for about 3 yr. I just received another one, and I noticed that it specifically states that it not for use with dimmers. Go figure. I don't know what else to use, though. Unfortunately, the new one doesn't appear to work at all.
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I tried it on two dimmer types. The one with the larger handle slide will not work. My other are a regular decora rocker switch with a small slide dimmer on the side and that one works. Hope that helps.
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Hi, dimmers usually have their own wires, unlike a regular switch that has screws and slots, it should not matter if you mix up the wires, if you have a 3rd green wire, that's your ground ( sometimes just bare copper wire too) some older buildings don't have that ground wire , if there is no place to connect it, just bunch it in behind the new switch, you can carefully cut the old wires, remove a appx half inch of insulation, twist the wires together, then screw on the little colored wire nuts ( tight) to each connection, you can put some electrical tape to cover any bare wires with the wire nuts and Please be carefully shut the power off if you can! Good luck!
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I don't know what the difference is. I have 3 on a dimmer switch. All have worked fine for a few months now.