Help with 2-way dimmer switch

[varez]

Hi,

I bought a dimmer switch to replace my existing standard switch.

I noticed it's a 1 gang, two-way dimmer switch, but the existing switch is one-way. And there is only one light/switch in the room.
Will I have to return the 2-way dimmer for a 1-way, or is it still possible to install without any danger?

Thanks a lot

 

[Steve]

what terminals does the dimmer have? what do the instructions say? it should be able to be used as a 1-way.

 

[RF Lighting]

Hi, all you need to do is simply use the common an L1 terminals on the back of the switch (Common - permanent live wire, L1 - Switched live to light). Ignore the L2 terminal as this is only required for two way switching. Hey presto one spanking new one way dimmer.

Rob

 

[varez]

The dimmer has terminals L1, L2 and C. The instructions are not specific for this dimmer - they show how to install both 1 and 2-way dimmers.

Thanks

 

[varez]

ah cool - got your reply just as I submitted mine. Thanks a lot!!!

 

[varez]

oh sorry - one more question - do I need to earth it?

 

[RF Lighting]

if it is a metal front plate (eg brass, chrome etc) then YES. This can be done by taking a link from the light switch back box earth terminal to the terminal on the back of the dimmer. If it is a plastic fronted dimmer then just make sure the earth cable is connected to the back box terminal.

Rob