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Dimmer Switch: Testing and Inspection




INSPECT LIGHT CONTROL RHEOSTAT
a. Turn the rheostat knob to OFF, and check that there is no continuity between terminal 5 and 4 (Rheostat knob turned fully counterclockwise).
b. Gradually, turn the rheostat knob from the dark side to the bright side, and check that there is continuity between terminal 5 and 4 (Rheostat knob turned clockwise).
If operation is not as specified, replace the rheostat.