How can I run 3 3-way switches?

Answer by  hbdrew14 (137)

Set up the three way switching as a typical installation and insert a four way switch between the two three way switches.

Answer by  joemason (83)

You need to run two three way sitchs and one four way switch, the three way switchs will deal with line load and your four way will switch the travelers.

Answer by  Brandon55 (1719)

Run the wires from the lights or devices you would like the switches to control. With that many wires you will need to run them from several different directions. I would keep the closest pairs with the same switch. After that it is just a matter of hooking each circuit up.

Answer by  DavidS (1517)

First off 3 3 switches will not operate correctly. If you want to operate a light or receptacle from 3 positions in your home you will need to install a 4 way switch in between the two 3 way switches. A three way switch will only operate from two locations.

Answer by  Robert61 (48)

One switch is at one entrance to the room and the other switch is at the second entrance and they control the light for that room.