thank you CHRI5 - very clear explanation
so as long as i have wired up as per manufacturers instructions, not trapped the wires when fitting, and i'm not overloading the switch (wattage) then i'm fine?
i have a 5 x 40w bulb light fitting (200w total) and new dimmer is up to 250w (the label...
i am replacing a dimmer switch that no longer clicks to the off position when you turn it
the current dimmer fitting is the only switch that operates my living room light. The room light has a combined wattage of 200w max
the current dimmer fitting has L1, L2 and C terminals
i...