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I'm trying to replace a couple 3way switches in my house. Looks like the original 1940 wiring and it doesn't make any sense to me. Below is a picture of and diagram. I've tried replacing the middle switch ( new switch in photo) but the breaker flips when I turn it on. I've tried wiring it every way possible and same result. What am I doing wrong?

 

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If it's not obvious how to wire it and to determine what the wires are, call an electrician. Huge downside to getting it wrong.

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Got some help on a diy board. It's a Carter Three-way switch with tube and knob wiring. Code violation since 1932. Replaced the switch and closed it up.

On 11/27/2018 at 11:08 AM, horncyclist said:

 

I'm trying to replace a couple 3way switches in my house. Looks like the original 1940 wiring and it doesn't make any sense to me. Below is a picture of and diagram. I've tried replacing the middle switch ( new switch in photo) but the breaker flips when I turn it on. I've tried wiring it every way possible and same result. What am I doing wrong?

 

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