I just had a huge "AHA" moment. loving these drawing videos!
@charleshines6155
5 жыл бұрын
One of these videos helped me with a switch loop. I took a light down but had a little difficulty getting the wiring right when I put up a new one. It was causing the breaker to trip before I figured out how to do it. Until then that breaker was turned off for a day or two. That light was not in a room that we use a lot so I turned off the breaker while I tried to figure out what I should have done. I just took a picture of the screen with my phone to keep a copy of the diagram. My wiring was a little bit easier since it was earlier than 2011 code and did not need 3 wire (4 if you count the ground as a wire) for that. If I was working with 3 wire it would have left me a little more confused for a little while. These things can be confusing if you don't have to do them every day. Although it is a good idea to hire an electrician a lot of people can do these things themselves if they knew how to. I really only call an electrician if it is a problem that I can not fix myself like a problem with the electrical panel (never had one yet). Some of them are expensive to hire as they can be close to $100 per hour maybe more.
@ThatWorkx
2 жыл бұрын
And I just had one of these moments five minutes in
@rodneysmith633
5 жыл бұрын
Simply amazing! I am 72 years old and have "some" electrical knowledge, I have always done my own electrical wiring and troubleshooting. However, I have never understood 3-way and 4-way switches, but after watching both your physical wiring and schematic description videos, I finally understand them and I will no longer avoid the topic or task of installing and wiring these devices. Simply amazing!
@catfishcave379
6 жыл бұрын
Your "off topic" are sooooo informational!!! As someone else said, I had an "AHA" moment too.
@ChewyFrog
2 жыл бұрын
This is the best and most understandable video on 3-way and 4-way switching on youtube.
@jeremylayton1218
3 жыл бұрын
Perfect explanation and demo. I am a 3rd year apprentice in Lafayette, IN. I have had 2 different journeyman attempt to explain this exact thing while we were up in an attic wiring them and neither time did I come away feeling confident in myself installing them by myself in the future, and even through 3 years of ABC electrical school I can honestly say that I learn more practical application knowledge from watching your videos than from 3 hours each week there. I have a confession to make; Last week I skipped class and watched your videos w my mini Doxie Ziggy Lee on my lap for like 2 hours. Ur single handedly responsible for giving me the “why” I need to understand mentally how these systems work that I am installing and servicing and the confidence I have been starving both for in my career. So all that was so you understand how much I feel indebted to you for ur generosity w ur wisdom of our field that you share w us in your library of videos. Thank you a million times thank you from me and all your sparky brothers you are helping that you don’t get to see benefit and grow directly because of you! Ur my guy n if I ever cross paths w you I got your drinks homie 🍻
@dwaynephillips3457
5 жыл бұрын
I’m almost 45 ,worked on/ran/owned our family’s dairy farm ever since I could walk. Tired of it and going to trade school in September to take an electrical program. I’ve been helping an electrician friend of mine over the winter here and there running wire ,helping install air to air heat pumps and so on. Love the variety of work and constant learning this trade involves. These videos are incredibly helpful and easy to understand what your teaching. Thank you so much for taking the time to teach in a manner that connects with everyday people. Dwayne Phillips PEI Canada
@fexking6367
4 жыл бұрын
I just love the way you simplify these concepts and make them not seem like rocket science. I've always had a hard time understanding this but you just gave me my "EUREKA!" moment. I appreciate all that you do!
@odisolivero
5 ай бұрын
Best video about the subjects; straight forward and concise. Just what I was looking for. Thank-you!!!
@RiverHayes
3 жыл бұрын
Your explanation was clearer than other videos I've watched. Thanks for your time.
@billm6171
2 жыл бұрын
Southwest Missouri here, I agree with the other comments on here that that is a very simplified and understandable way of showing how they work
@nobody_special012
5 жыл бұрын
Just realized this is how my light switches in my hallway work. Mind is blown. Thanks bro😀
@OpticalLimit
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Destin, I recently came across your channel and I really like your videos and think you do a great job of breaking things down. I know this video was posted a long time ago, but I have some critique on the way the 4 way switch works internally since I don't see any corrections in the description or pinned in the comments. The way I understand it, the switch operates by either connecting the terminals diagonally (as shown), or when switched, the terminals will be connected vertically based on how you've drawn it. Another way to put it is, if the switch is in one configuration, the top left terminal will connect to the bottom right, and the top right will connect to the bottom left. In the other configuration, the top left terminal will connect to the bottom left terminal, and the top right terminal will connect to the bottom right terminal. Other than that, keep up the great work!
@fcrick
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah it seems like a key detail of the 4-way switch was left out and this clarifies it. Thanks. I'm thinking of it as the 4-way switch in the middle _always_ connects one in to one out, and the other in to the other out. When it's switched, that's still true, but it's just changing which in is connected to which out to the other possible way of doing that.
@johnbelt7676
2 жыл бұрын
Came here looking for this comment.
@19993gt
2 жыл бұрын
🤙🏾
@jernejkurincic9050
Жыл бұрын
Rather horizontally, traveller to traveller ...
@hg2.
5 жыл бұрын
Yes - these are very helpful. Now I can go back to your wiring videos and not get lost. Thanks!
@TheShredMethod
6 жыл бұрын
Hey man, I'm getting heaps out of this video series. I'm learning all this stuff before I even start my pre-trade course next year. Thanks for all the good videos man! Jordan - New Zealand
@viksrajan
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent explanation. Almost every video on KZitem says the black screw is always HOT. After trying to swap a switch and not have luck came across your video. In the first 3 min I figured out what I was doing wrong. Keep up the excellent work.
@lukejackson1871
4 жыл бұрын
First time I've fully understood 3 and 4-way switches. Thank you, subscribed
@rjlinnovations1516
Жыл бұрын
Excellent video tutorials. It’s easy to follow especially the input and output of the 4-way switch. Perfect, I have the 4-way switch with level input and output.
@Dennis-cy4wv
4 жыл бұрын
Great job Dustin. I've been wiring for years, but I'd never be able to explain it as well, or as thorough, as you do. I found your videos to be so interesting that I actually watched them all night last night. If you and Electrician U had been around 35 years ago, I wouldn't have had to go to electrical school. Have a great evening.
@19993gt
2 жыл бұрын
👌🏾
@AzurzzHD
2 жыл бұрын
I currently been in school for the past 6 months and in this shortly video you’ve explained it far better then they have. Thank you man
@MichaelMaga-p8r
3 ай бұрын
I just want to thank you for your videos. I'm about to be a apprentice and your videos have helped me wrap my head around all of this wizardry 😂. Thank so much for taking your time and making these videos to spread your knowledge. I really appreciate it.
@imronn9759
6 жыл бұрын
I’m a new subscriber and currently working as an industrial electrical apprentice, man please don’t stop making KZitem vids, I’m learning so much from your videos, might be switching to a residential worker, right now I currently work on control panel wiring, (breakers, transformers, contractors) but your videos on switches and wiring them are really helpful and make me learn a lot. Please don’t stop making videos and hopefully you can start making consistent ones too cuz I really love your channel! Subscriber from Canada 🇨🇦
@nathanh3692
3 жыл бұрын
WOW. I just re-wired an incorrect 3way/4way/3way hallway and nailed it on the first shot. Thanks to you, I know WIZARDRY! You’re the man.
@rodrigopizarro5494
2 жыл бұрын
hands down the best detailed video om 3 way and 4 way switches. thanks alot bro
@kassgraham8888
6 жыл бұрын
Man thanks so much for your time and effort in doing these videos! I really have been learning a lot and appreciate you!
@johnnyrebangel
6 жыл бұрын
I was confused by explanation of the connects across a 4-way switch...so much that I had to go to Home Depot and buy one to test. The functionality is that in one position there is contact between both of the diagonals....black to gold and black to gold. In the other position there is contact between both of the side terminals....again black to gold and black to gold. If you google 'pictures of 4 way switches' there is an excellent Java demo of a couple of 4-ways in action as other switches are flipped on and off.
@namgnol
5 жыл бұрын
thank you for this i was having trouble understanding how that worked. the four way crosses over from straight up down to crossing over. i got stuck thinking when you turned the middle 4 way the others wouldn't work.
@ronalexander9452
4 жыл бұрын
Your the best man thank you finally after several times( hour) watched your video and got it the first time 👍
@leviathanx4383
2 жыл бұрын
@@namgnol yeah because the guy in this video explained it wrong
@karldrude650
6 ай бұрын
Super helpful video. The journeyman I work with is terrible at explaining this sort of stuff. This made it clear and understandable. Appreciate you doing this.
@kevinswanson8773
3 жыл бұрын
When I was about 11 a friends house had a long hall with a three way at either end. I knew a bit about wiring and I was so puzzled about how this worked. Later I was in a hardware store and stumbled on three-way switches with wiring diagrams on the package. I will never forget that Aha! moment!!!! Thanks for the video!
@danandfaith
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video. Was doing the exact same replacement. Helped me get it done. The pico remote approach is really nice. One extra benefit of those when mounted in boxes is a lot of free space behind them for other switches in the same box.
@gd1361
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much - I was stuck in the middle of a DIY project and you saved me!
@WorkingWithWimberley
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir. Awesome explanation!
@bigdaddya735
2 жыл бұрын
Good morning my friend thanks for the videos Dustin
@frankswooddesigns9346
2 жыл бұрын
Great description! Thanks for the video. The simplest description I’ve seen on KZitem.
@marvinwilliams4363
2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate all these simple and easy to understand videos
@crossfamilyfun
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the videos, I had to watch these for my comfort systems class and you made this so easy to understand. Thanks
@jveiga68
3 жыл бұрын
Great explanation! Following the path that electricity flows helps to visualize how to stop such flow by opening the switch contact points. Thanks for taking the time to put this lesson together 👍
@richardlee6886
2 жыл бұрын
great video, short and to the point! Now I can be more confident when I do some fire restoration electrical work! thanks. I always done my own electrical, aside from wiring our home when we built it, but never realized the magic was in the switch! Thanks a lot.
@jeffmilroy9345
6 ай бұрын
Just a tip here. The diagram and explanation is great - but If you ever change out a combination 2 way and 3 way device in a crowded switch box make sure you take a photo of the wired device before you disconnect. You will regret it if you get distracted and forget which color conductor landed where. I have 2 3-ways and 2 4-ways in a back multifamily hallway and still only have 3 out of the 4 switches working (had to work with an assistant and took a half day - after an electrician tried to reconnect and then told me he would have to rewire the whole setup).
@markbrantingham3656
Жыл бұрын
thanks for the simple and clear explanation. much appreciated.
@vinceb7918
Жыл бұрын
I like your presentations and this one is no exception. I was enthusiastic when your intro mentioned SCHEMATIC. Even tho it was not until 9:26 into the video that you began drawing schematic (vs. wiring) diagram. Using Single-pole and Double-pole switches, fully labeled with common, normally open, and normally closed I think would enhance the discussion. (Sorry, but I am in the Electronic industry and its terminology/symbology.)
@zimmsrx
2 жыл бұрын
You helped me solve a problem that’s been driving me crazy for over a year. Thanks you!
@bryanbrown6324
6 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video about replacing existing wiring and fishing wire tricks and tips? Thanks! Great videos.
@Shawnston37
Жыл бұрын
This is amazing! I know I’m around like minded people, this got me excited to learn how it works.
@s1283
Жыл бұрын
Really good explanation. I’m always looking for other ways to learn the same stuff. Your channel has become a new source for information.
@MrsJonesBeauty76
5 жыл бұрын
I was an electrician the Marine Corps and since I EAS'd out, I stopped doing it but you channel is awesome!!!
@alexandersebastian1109
10 ай бұрын
Just watched this, you just helped me out a lot for my class later!!
@snacktimer
22 күн бұрын
Thanks for this. Makes things very clear
@josefalconett4805
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent explanation. great way to learn.
@larryitsalarryitsa4139
2 жыл бұрын
@ 5:36 he draws the path between the two terminals as an X, state that "you always have a path between the two terminals," then he says the path changes but does not diagram the circuit changes when the 4-way is switched. In his diagram the top left terminal is connected to the bottom right terminal and the other traveler is connected to the top right and lower left terminals. He needs a Volt Ohm Meter to check his diagram because he should show the travelers will connect as shown or from top right to bottom right and top left and bottom left, respectively as the switch changes position. X or ||. Good idea, also, to speak of SOURCE and LOAD as the switch(es) are used to control power between a source and a load.
@danieljames6799
3 жыл бұрын
Super sick simple. Thank you Dustin.
@yannzinn2350
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro. I like the way you teach/explain...... You the man! 👍
@jeremymcdonald5281
3 жыл бұрын
thank you so much! i was struggling on how to wire a 4 way switch in circuit in class.... I think i finally understand now! im about to go to home depot and but the stuff to make a board to do this to make sure!!! Thank you so much! i love your channel! SUBSCRIBED!!!!!!!
@lroberts4162
Ай бұрын
Excellent video. Thank you
@toolate6971
Жыл бұрын
Rick and Morty! The most straightforward explanations are always the best.
@ottodidakt3069
3 жыл бұрын
great explaining bro, we don't have 4 way switches in France, from 3 and more combined switches we use "telerupteurs" with are basically a relay system in the panel that can be commanded from as many push buttons as you want. The cool thing is you can have the push buttons only on the neutral therefor not hot wires travelling at users level, very recommended in say a day care center, school etc
@kemarjoseph3194
4 жыл бұрын
Have just started school doing electrical and am trying my very best to lean as much as I can about it thank you for posting this video man it help me alot I wud really like you to post a video starting from A step how to wire a cercuit using sheated cable thank u very much👍
@huynguyenn92
Жыл бұрын
Very easy to understand. Thanks!
@guilhermecalhaudeoliveira1448
2 жыл бұрын
This guys is the best in the internet
@Agateophobiadragon
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for that explanation a 4:30. The drawing definitely helped! 😁
@harrypicciuto9628
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the explanation, very helpful
@TheBuckeyeRob
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks very clean and easy to understand
@bobocheverovsky4828
5 жыл бұрын
The 4 way switches sold locally do not work the way you describe. With reference to your diagram, In one position of the switch each bottom terminal is connected to the top terminal directly above it. In the other switch position, each bottom terminal is connected to the top terminal diagonally across from it. So there is no switch position where one bottom terminal is connected to the top terminally diagonally opposite from it and the other bottom terminal is NOT connected to the top terminal diagonally opposite it. You suggest at 5:48 that such a thing is possible. Are you describing a different kind of 4-way switch? The wiring scheme you show does work for locally sold 4-way switches.
@harrypouncey9218
4 жыл бұрын
Bobo Cheverovsky Hell, I’d move then!
@Rick-the-Swift
4 жыл бұрын
Sorry Harry, but Bobo is correct. Few people seem to understand what he is saying, but the irony is they don't really need to for it to still work. It's only their thinking that's broken- not the switch itself ;) If 4 way switches were built the way the video explains- the entire configuration simply couldn't work as intended. Good job Bobo!
@scottherr642
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent teaching moment
@clintrandall2078
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the time you put in to teach us thanks
@shawnhorton2000
3 жыл бұрын
Great explanation cannot be better
@JorgeTorres-gv6hm
2 жыл бұрын
What i thing you're awesome the way you explain all about electricity i enjoy watching you videos, keep it that bro
@crimestoppers1877
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the help! I originally thought that on 4 way switches one black post was IN and the other black post was OUT The travelers would be the remaining two brass posts. Wrong! I am not the only one who got this WRONG.
@pablovaen
2 жыл бұрын
How do I install a switch before a chimney? I have an incoming hot romex then my switch and the is the chimney, do I need a 3 way switch or a 2 way? And how would you lay it out? Thank you your videos are helping me so much man! Your way od teaching is very on point
@haniyaaaaa8896
2 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing this! it is very easy to understand
@asalledoegahjohnoxford4121
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah man, I'm getting u well and learning more things from this videos and I hope it will help me one day in future
@omarperich9415
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro for ur knowledge it helps out you clarified the 3 way switching for me thank you
@sheldonnorton9035
4 жыл бұрын
First time I’ve ever understood this. Lol! Thanks man!
@vanstromi7810
Жыл бұрын
Hello, I need to add TWO 3-way switches to the same circuit. Basically, we have a double split level. Kitchen has stairs down to garage and stairs from garage down to basement. We have a 3way already, for the garage interior lights with a single pole running to the led motion light on the exterior garage. The switches are currently located at the top of the steps into the kitchen and a double switch for the garage indoor and outdoor lights located in between the two garage doors. We would like a 3way for the stairwell lights (1 in each well) with a 3way switch at the top of each stairwell. Next, we would like to keep the existing 3way that’s for the garage lights with the single pole for the exterior motion light.
@Bryan-lc7be
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video; one comment, please run neutral wires to switch gangs, even if not needed. It sure helps to add/upgrade to a smart switch device that requires a neutral wire to power itself.
@FallLineJP
Жыл бұрын
Great video! I guess you can add as many 4-ways as you want in between the two 3-ways for additional switch locations? My current rental house has 5 (!!) switches controlling the same hallway light (one in each bedroom, one in the hallway). Ironically several of these are within arms reach of each other. 😂
@lampoyo
4 жыл бұрын
Keep in mind, the terminal posts will be the same on both switches. Not mirrored like on the drawn switches.
@ememnezzy9916
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you bro for your contribution.
@mnewt712
4 жыл бұрын
Wow! 😳 Amazing, bro! 👏🏼 😁 My understanding...🚀 Thank you so much! 👊🏼 I appreciate you, sir. 💯
@michaelleddy3701
3 жыл бұрын
Always excellent content bro. Thanks for taking the time , all the time.
@mannyman874
4 жыл бұрын
Actually I got it ...after watching it a second time, we good 👍. Thanks dude
@shipbarks6740
3 жыл бұрын
Nicely explained man! Well Done.
@ryanchavez2951
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome man. You explained it really well. Thanks !
@skipbickford3970
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you the schematic really helps
@joey_outdoors
Жыл бұрын
This was most helpful, thanks!!
@jackharman9121
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the valuable info about how to draw crossing wires. If planning schematics.
@brianb9410
9 ай бұрын
Very helpful, thank you.
@hoyte44
Жыл бұрын
Good educational video thanks
@bananapi3784
5 жыл бұрын
First timer here... Subbed for the RaM tee lol... Also , because, you are a very good teacher.
@mohanamapab6369
4 жыл бұрын
wow ..very nice job , good explain ... tq boss
@Ryan-Chicago
Жыл бұрын
Excellent video!
@BradsWorkbench
6 жыл бұрын
One thing I struggle with as an industrial electrician is reading the wiring schematics. Would love to see a video on an easy/better way to break them down.
@g00se0017
6 жыл бұрын
yep, same ..
@ElectricianU
6 жыл бұрын
I’ll get on it!
@BradsWorkbench
6 жыл бұрын
Grassy ass amigo
@yanyan.729
2 жыл бұрын
Wow your diagram is easy to understand. AHA indeed!
@luiscruz2495
2 жыл бұрын
Gracias maestro !
@javierzamora5781
6 жыл бұрын
Taking a course in electrician assistant bro. These videos are so helpful keep them coming bro.
@ElectricianU
6 жыл бұрын
Rick and Morty fan much? Lol
@nicholasjastrzemski690
5 жыл бұрын
TEXAS!!! I WISH I WAS THERE.
@nicholasjastrzemski690
5 жыл бұрын
F***king ppl in FLORIDA are not exactly the brightest bulb ..... but whatever it takes balls to twist into jumpers G-N-G
@douglashelsel
2 жыл бұрын
AWESOME video as always. If I could suggest something, I would recommend mentioning to viewers that they can add additional 4-way switches in the circuit if needed.
@jasonhewitt7614
11 ай бұрын
Love your videos you make it pretty easy to understand. Do you have videos for reading schematic diagrams?
@fisherbarry9997
Жыл бұрын
You explained in 12 mins what my college profs took almost 2 hours to explain
@mintercms
6 жыл бұрын
Very well explained! Thank you!
@larrybrowning6754
4 жыл бұрын
Your drawing is way better than manuals. :-)
@Trizam1011
6 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video explaining how the electricity flows through a circuit? Like really dumbed down step by step
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