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Switch and Outlet Combo
How to Wire a Switch and Outlet Combo
A switch and outlet combo can be configured in several ways.
- Switch can control the light only.
- Switch can control the light and outlet.
- Switch and the outlet can have different lines in.
The following diagrams show each wiring configuration.
Ground connection diagram is shown separately.
Switch controls light only
Switch controls light and outlet
The metal tab is removed from the left side of the switch/outlet.
The metal tab is removed from the left side of the switch/outlet. Line is connected to the left side of the switch. The right side of the switch/outlet becomes switched line.
Switch and outlet have different lines (A&B) phases
Switch and Outlet Combo Wiring Diagrams
Switch and Outlet Combo
Switch controls light only
Switch controls light and outlet
Tabs are removed from both sides of the switch/outlet to totally isolate the top and bottom halves.
