GE Cync CSWONBLBWF1NN User manual

A WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
This product installation requires handling 120 volt wiring.
Follow each step carefully.
If any concerns handling wiring, hire a qualified electrician.
Ensure all work meets local and federal regulations.
WARNING -This control Must Be Installed With an external
Isolating Wall Control/Switch in series with the ungrounded
conductor, providing an air gap as per National Electrical
Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA 70 article 404, and Canadian
Electric Code, Part 1 (CEC)

Compatibility
Requirements
Rating 120V AC 60Hz
Neutral wire is not required
(Wire is usually white or grey
and is not required)
Ground wire is required
(Wire is usually green,
green with a yellow stripe,
or copper)
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n @ 2.Lt GHZ
is required ~
Works with halogen,
incandescent and LED bulbs,
including C by GE Smart Bulbs
Not for use with ceiling fans
LED up to 1.25 amps (150 Watts)
Incandescent/halogen
up to 5 amps ('450 Watts)
Minimum Load 15 Watts
If you are using less than 15
Watts, non-dlmmable LED
bulbs or C by GE smart bulbs
on the circuit, you will need to
use the Included Bulb Adaptor.
Use the optional Fixture Adaptor
(available separately) where the
Bulb Adaptor will not flt. Contact
C by GE Customer Support at
1-8Ltlt-30C-BYGE for details.
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! IMPORTANT NOTE ON 3-WAY WIRING:
Some lights have one wall switch, while others are controlled
by two or more wall switches (such as stair lights, which have a
switch at both the top and bottom of the stairs). If your lights
have more than one switch (called a 3-way), we've created
instructions for this type of installation.
Visit cbyge.com/switch-support
for 3-way installation instructions and how-to-videos.
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You Got This!
And we're here to help.
For in-depth instructional videos and a
guided tour through the installation, go to
cbyge.com/switch-support.
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BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING: Step l
Turn Off The Power!
Turn off the power for the
switch location at the circuit
breaker box.
Test existing switch by toggling
switch on/off, ensuring lights do
not turn on.
Now, follow these setup steps
for a single gang switch.
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STOP! What type of bulbs do you plan to use?
You may need to install the Bulb Adaptor
Some Installations require the included Bulb Adaptor to maintain WI-Fi connectivity and ensure
your switch and bulbs work together.
If your switch circuit includes a load of at least 15 Watts:
Type of Light Bulb
Is an adapter required?
Incandescent/Halogen No
Dimmable LEDs No
Non-Dimmable LEDs Yes
C by GE smart lights Yes
If your switch circuit does NOT Include a load of at least 15 Watts:
Type of Light Bulb Is an adapter required?
Incandescent/Halogen Yes
Dimmable LEDs
Yes
Non-Dimmable LEDs Yes
C by GE smart lights Yes
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If the bulb adapter does not flt your bulb or fixture, you have
other options:
• Replace your lights with incandescent, halogen or dimmable LED
light bulbs that meet the 15 Watt minimum load requirement . See
a list of compatible bulbs at cbyge.com/support .
• Install our Fixture Adapter to the actual fixture in the ceiling. For
install instructions and where to get a C by GE Fixture Adapter
(available separately), contact C by GE customer support at
1-8Ltlt-30C-BYGE
Installing the Bulb Adaptor
Twist the Bulb Adaptor onto the base of
the medium-base (E26) light bulb . Screw
the bulb and Adaptor into the fixture.
NOTE: Only one Bulb Adaptor is
needed per switch, even if there are
multiple light bulbs on the circuit. If
installing in a recessed can application,
you may need to adjust the recessed
can depth to ensure the bulb is flush.
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STEP 2
Remove Your
Old Switch
1. Remove the existing wall plate and switch from the wall.
2. Use voltage tester on the black wires to confirm power to the
switch is off (recommended).
3. Before disconnecting the wires from the wall, label each with
the provided wire labels.
A Ground wire is required. If you don't have this wire, the C by GE
switch is not compatible.
'4. Disconnect wires and remove existing switch.
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Line/Load Line/Load Ground ~
Wire Labels
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STEP 3
Connect
The Wires
NOTE: Both black wires on the
switch are interchangeable and
can be connected to either the
load or line wire from the wall.
1. Connect the first line/load (black)
wire on the switch to the line or load
{black label) wire from the wall.
2. Connect the second line/load (black)
wire on the switch to the line or load
(black label) wire from the wall.
3. Connect the ground@ (green) wire
on the switch with the ground (green
label) wire from the wall .
It. Cap the 3-way/multi- way traveler wire
(if applicable).
For 3-way switch setup , visit cbyge.
com/switch-support
AAttention: Incorrectly connecting
the Ground wire from the wall to
the Ground wire on the switch
will damage the product.
5. Cap the neutral wire from the wall
(if applicable). Neutral wire is not
required to operate this switch.
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3/1-t inch
USING WIRE NUTS
1. Insert wires Into wire nut . I I
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2. Turn wire nut clockwise .
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3. Pull gently on wires to test connection.
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STEP 4
Fit Wires Into
Wall Box
Neatly push the wires back into the
box, rotating the switch so it's oriented
according to the image and the arrow on
the switch is pointing up
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STEP 5
Secure
The Switch
Using a Phillips screwdriver and the screws provided ,
secure the switch to the wall until level and flush.
Then snap the faceplate cover onto the bracket .
A If using your existing wall plate, you may need
to replace the existing wall plate screws with the
short screws provided.
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STEP 6
Turn The Power
Back On
Tip: To enable the full C by GE experience,
you'll need to set up all your C by GE products
in the C by GE app. If you've set up C by GE
bulbs in the Google Home app, visit
cbyge.com/support for unpairing instructions.
After the switch is secured and faceplate
mounted, turn the power back on at the
circuit breaker box.
The light ring will flash blue indicating the
device is wired correctly and the device
is in setup mode. Press any button on the
switch to enable setup mode if setup mode
times out.
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