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Re: Neutral terminal on X-10 type wall switch

Subject: Re: Neutral terminal on X-10 type wall switch
From: Lewis Gardner <lgardner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Thu, 19 Jul 2007 14:13:46 -0400
Newsgroups: comp.home.automation
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Marilyn & Bob wrote:
> What is the purpose of the neutral terminal on the X-10 wall switch for
> fluorescent bulbs.

X-10 wall switches for fluorescent fixtures usually contain a relay and
as such need a "real power" connection for the relay coil. You can
usually hear a click whenever these switches turn on or off.

You can NEVER safely use a ground connection for a neutral.

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