old 2 way switch as 4 wires the new switch as 3 terminals

[auto]

Hi every body can you help with this one please I’m changing some old light switches the old 2 way switch as 4 wires connected to it, the switch as 2 L1s and 2L2s the new switch as 3 terminals L1 com L2 can any one help me to solve this problem !

 

[andy]

sounds like you had an intermediate switch. how was it originally wired? are there 3 switches operating the light?

or did the switch control 2 lights? iis your new switch the same? pics would be useful

 

[auto]

No just 2 switches one cable red and black was connected to both L1s the other to both L2s the L1s appears to be live I would be very grateful for any advice thanks

 

[Lectrician]

Does sound like an intermediate.

Looks like you are missing a 2 way switch somewhere - behind a wardrobw, in a cupboard, or possibly been plastered in or JB'ed.

 

[auto]

Thanks for your help can I buy an intermediate switch I must admit I dint know there was such a thing

 

[Spark123]

Yes, you should be able to get one from your local wholesaler, failing this http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/MKK4875.html

 

[auto]

Thank you very much for all of your help you can learn something new every day thanks again