Problems getting GE Smart Switch and AUX switches to work properly

[jhamstead]

Almost all smart switches require neutrals. There are a few exceptions. Several early Z-Wave devices did not require neutrals but they also do not support LEDs. As far as I know, the only two that do support LEDs are Lutron Caseta (which requires a second hub) and a new switch by Leviton (which seems extremely difficult to find).

Otherwise you need a neutral. As stated above, I highly recommend this FAQ for 3-way switch wiring.

[FAQ] GE 3-Way Wiring

I’ve decided to put this FAQ together to help those with questions about installing GE 3-way switches. Definitions of terms: Line: The hot wire from the breaker (usually black) Neutral: The return wire for circuits (usually white) Load: The wire that will be hot when the circuit is completed to your light (usually black) Traveler: In existing 3-way wiring, this wire toggles hot between two switches. In a smart switch 3-way configuration, a smaller charge is looped through the add-on switch. Some things to know: 3-way wiring for smart switches is different than standard 3 way wiring. You cannot use dumb 3-way switches with most smart switches (You must purchase the matching GE add-on switch to wire with your GE smart master switch). If the line is wired into the light fixture, you …