To convert a 3-way switch to an outlet, one of the switches is removed and replaced with an outlet. Both electrical boxes will need to be rewired.

See the wiring diagrams below, showing how to convert a line side switch to an outlet.

Convert 3-Way Switch to Outlet Wiring Diagrams Page 2

Convert 3-Way Switch to Outlet Wiring Diagrams

Line Side Box

1. The 3-way switch is removed.

2. A wire connector is placed on one of the traveler wires removed from the 3-way switch. This wire will become a spare.

3. Using a wire connector, the other traveler is connected to the line wire and a wire that will connect to the line terminal of the new outlet.

4. A white wire is connected from the neutral side of the new outlet to the neutral wire nut.

Load Side Box

5. The spare wire from the line side box is removed from the switch and a wire connector is placed on it.