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4-Way Toggle Switches

4-way toggle switches have 2 pairs of traveler terminals. However, the location of the terminals is different from 3-way decora switches. Find 4-Way Toggle Switches

4-Way Toggle Switch Wiring

The diagrams below show the conventional wiring for 4-way toggle switches using 3 switches (two 3-way and one 4-way). Unfortunately, not all 3-way switches are wired the conventional way. See 3-Way Switch Variation for another way 3-way switches may be wired.

Line connects to the left 3-way switch common terminal. The 2 traveler terminals connect to a pair of traveler terminals on the 4-way switch. The other pair of terminals on the 4-way switch connect to the 3-way switch on the right.

If you have any problems with these switches, it may be best to call an electrician.

4-Way Switch Wiring Diagrams using 3 Switches

All switches are toggled down to create an open path, light is off.

Left switch is toggled up to create a continuous path, light is on.

Middle switch is toggled up to open the path, light is off.

4-Way Toggle Switch Animation

Traveler wires

Travelers can be wired in either of these examples on 3-way and 4-way switches.

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