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The Basics
Cautions and Warnings
Read and understand these instructions before installing and retain them for future reference.
This product is intended for installation in accordance with the National Electric Code and local regulations in the United States or
the Canadian Electrical Code and local regulations in Canada. Use indoors only. This product is not designed or approved for
use on power lines other than 120V 60Hz, single phase. Attempting to use this product on non-approved power lines may have
hazardous consequences.
Recommended installation practices:
- Use only indoors or in an outdoor rated box.
- Be sure that you have turned off the circuit breaker or removed the fuse for the circuit you are installing this product into.
Installing this product with the power on will expose you to dangerous voltages.
- Connect using only copper or copper-clad wire.
- This product may feel warm during operation. The amount of heat generated is within approved limits and poses no
hazards. To minimize heat buildup, ensure the area surrounding the rear of this product is as clear of clutter as possible.
- Each INSTEON product is assigned a unique INSTEON I.D., which is printed on the product’s label.
- To reduce the risk of overheating and possible damage to other equipment, do not use this product to control Loads in
excess of the specified maximum(s) or, install in locations with electricity specifications which are outside of the product’s
specifications. If this device supports dimming, please note that dimming an inductive Load, such as a fan or transformer,
could cause damage to the dimmer, the load-bearing device or both. If the manufacturer of the load device does not
recommend dimming, use a non-dimming INSTEON on/off switch. USER ASSUMES ALL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH
DIMMING AN INDUCTIVE LOAD.
Identifying the Electrical Wires in Your Home
- Line – carries 120VAC electricity into the wall box, may also be called hot, live or power, commonly black
- Neutral – returns 120VAC to power company, commonly white and in a multi-wire bundle
- Load – connects to light/load device, commonly black and in a separate cable jacket
- Ground – connection to electrical ground, commonly a bare wire, a green wire or a screw on a metal box
IMPORTANT!
If you have any difficulties or questions, consult an electrician. If you are not knowledgeable about and comfortable with electrical
circuitry, have a qualified electrician install the product for you.
Installation
Installation – Circuit with 1 Switch (a.k.a. 2-way circuit)
1) At electrical panel, turn off circuit breaker(s) and/or
remove fuse(s) feeding wall box. Verify that the
power is off before continuing.
2) Remove wallplate from the switch. Unscrew switch
and gently pull out.
3) Disconnect wires from switch
1
4) Turn on power
5) Use a voltage meter to identify the line and load
wires connected to the switch
6) Identify neutral and ground wires
1
If the wires cannot be detached by unscrewing them, cut the wires where they enter the switch, then strip ½” of insulation off the ends
SwitchLinc Dimmer High Wattage
Flathead and Phillips screwdrivers
Bare copper
(commonly bare
copper, green wire or
White
Red
Load
(connected to light)
Black
