A Bad 3-Way Switch Can Cause Failure of the Other?

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Can a bad 3-Way switch cause another not to work, thus preventing either switch from turning on the light? Is this always the case?

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[James]

short answer, yes it can.
check it out with a volt meter and you will know.

 

[dmxtothemax]

YES ! FOR SURE. 3 way switchs are wired differantly to normal switchs, and if you look at the circuit for a little while, you will understand why !

 

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Thanks for the replies.

I was told that by an electrician's assistant and to wanted to verify.

Is it always the case that if one 3-way is bad another won't work? And do switches have a life span?

Thanks again. Really appreciate your time.

 

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"short answer, yes it can."

okay, so it's not always the case

Thanks again