Deako Backplate Installation Guide
Wiring Backplates for 1-Ways
Requirements: Neutral wire, Ground wire, 3/8" stripped wires.
1. Power Off & Identify
Flip the breaker to OFF. Remove your old switch and identify the Ground (Green/Bare) and Neutral (White) wires.
2. Identify "Live" Wire
With power temporarily ON, use a tester to find the Hot-In wire. Mark it, then turn power OFF again before wiring.
3. Connect & Mount
Push wires into the corresponding terminals on the Deako backplate. Carefully manage wires into the junction box and screw the backplate in until it is flush with the wall.
Wiring Backplates for 3-Ways
Install Deako Backplates at both switch locations in the circuit.
1. Identify the Common
On a standard 3-way switch, the Common wire is attached to the black screw. Mark this wire immediately. The remaining two wires are your travelers.
2. Connect Backplates
Connect the marked Common wire, both Travelers, the Neutral, and the Ground to the backplate terminals. Repeat this process for the second location.
Wiring Backplates for 4-Ways
Standard 4-way circuits use two 3-way locations (ends) and one or more 4-way locations (middle).
Critical Task: Input vs Output
For the 4-way (middle) locations, you must identify the Input traveler pair (coming from power) and the Output traveler pair (going toward the light). We recommend a continuity check if the wire paths are not clearly labeled.