Leviton VZE04-1L User manual

Single Pole (One location) or 3-Way (Multi-location)
Electronic Low-Voltage Dimmer (Lighted)
Cat. No. VZE Ø 4-1L, 400W
Cat. No. VZE Ø 6-1L, 600W
120VAC, 60Hz
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS:
• To be installed and/or used in accordance with appropriate electrical codes and regulations.
• If you are unsure about any part of these instructions, consult a qualified electrician.
• To avoid overheating and possible damage to this device and other equipment, do not install to control a receptacle, fluorescent lighting, a motor- or a transformer-operated appliance.
• Use with electronic low-voltage transformers only. Do Not use to control a magnetic low-voltage transformer. Use a Leviton magnetic low-voltage dimmer to control magnetic
low-voltage transformers.
• This dimmer provides protection from overheating. An excessive load applied to the dimmer will cause the dimmer to overheat. The excess load must be removed to resume proper
operation.
• Vizia™ dimmers are not compatible with standard 3-way or 4-way switches. They must be used with compatible Vizia™ remotes for multi-location dimming.
• Use only one (1) Vizia™ dimmer in a multi-location circuit with up to 9 coordinating remotes without LEDs or up to 4 matching remotes with LEDs. The remote(s) will turn the light on
at the brightness level selected at the dimmer.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS:
• Lighting fixture and dimmer must be grounded.
• This dimmer must be installed in a wall box with a neutral connection.
• Consult fixture manufacturer to determine if their solid state transformers can be dimmed.
• Total minimum load must exceed 40W.
• Dimmer may feel warm to the touch during normal operation.
• Recommended minimum wall box depth is 2-1/2".
• Maximum wire length from dimmer to all installed remotes cannot exceed 300 ft (90 m).
• Disconnect power at circuit breaker or fuse when servicing, installing or removing fixture.
• Use this device only with copper or copper clad wire. With aluminum wire use only devices marked CO/ALR or CU/AL.
IMPORTANT : For 3-Way applications, note that one of the screw
terminals from the old switch being removed will usually be a different
color (Black) or labeled Common. Tag that wire with electrical tape and
identify as the common (Line or Load) in both the dimmer wall box and
remote wall box.
For non-standard wiring applications, refer
to Wire Nut and Connector Size Chart
1 - #12 w/ 1 to 3 #14, #16 or #18
2 - #12 w/ 1 or 2 #16 or #18
1 - #14 w/ 1 to 4 #16 or #18
2 - #14 w/ 1 to 3 #16 or #18
WIRE CONNECTOR / # OF COND.
COMBINATION CHART
PK-93392-10-00-2C
MAXIMUM LOAD PER DIMMER FOR MULTI-DEVICE
Cat. No.
VZE Ø 4
VZE Ø 6
Single
400W
600W
Two Devices
350W
500W
More than
2 Devices
250W
400W
Tools needed to install your Dimmer:
Slotted/Phillips Screwdriver Electrical Tape
Pliers Pencil
Cutters Ruler
Typically, removal of the side sections in multi-dimmer installations
requires a reduction of the dimmer’s capacity. Refer to the chart for
maximum load per dimmer.
Remove all
inner side
sections
Bend back
and forth to
remove side
section
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Cut
(if necessary)
5/8"
(1.6 cm)
Strip Gage (measure
bare wire here)
Preparing and connecting wires:
Pull off pre-cut insulation from dimmer leads. Make sure that
the ends of the wires from the wall box are straight (cut if
necessary). Remove insulation from each wire in the wall
box as shown:
• For Single-Pole Application, go to Step 4a.
• For 3-Way Coordinating Remote (no LEDs) Application, go to Step 4b.
• For 3-Way Matching Remote (with LEDs) Application, go to Step 4c.
Dimmer
Insulating
Label
Black
Primary
Side
Electronic
Low-Voltage
Transformer
Hot (Black)Black
Line
120VAC, 60Hz
Neutral (White)
Red Yellow/Red
White
White
Green
Ground
WIRING DIMMER:
Connect wires per WIRING DIAGRAM as follows:
• Green or bare copper wire in wall box to Green dimmer lead.
• Line Hot wall box wire to Black dimmer lead.
• Load wall box wire to Red dimmer lead.
• Line Neutral wall box wire to White dimmer lead.
• Yellow/Red wire should have Red insulation label affixed.
NOTE: If insulating label is not affixed to Yellow/Red dimmer lead,
use electrical tape to cover.
• Proceed to Step 5.
Hot (Black)
Neutral (White)
Dimmer
Coordinating Remote (no LEDs)
YL/RD Yellow/Red
RD
White
Red
Black
Black
BKWH
White
Line
120VAC, 60Hz
Green
Ground
Green
Ground
Electronic
Low-Voltage
Transformer
Primary
Side
(unused)
(unused)
WIRING DIMMER:
Connect wires per WIRING DIAGRAM as follows:
NOTE: The dimmer must be installed in a wall box that has a Line
Hot connection.
NOTE: Maximum wire length from dimmer to all installed remotes
cannot exceed 300 ft (90 m).
• Green or bare copper wire in wall box to Green dimmer lead.
• Line Hot (common) wall box wire identified (tagged) when
removing old switch to Black dimmer lead.
• First Traveler wall box wire to Red dimmer lead (note wire color).
• Remove Red insulating label from Yellow/Red dimmer lead.
• Second Traveler wall box wire to Yellow/Red dimmer lead (note
wire color). This traveler from the dimmer must go to the terminal
screw on the remote marked "YL/RD".
• Line Neutral wall box wire to White dimmer lead.
WIRING COORDINATING REMOTE:
Connect wires per WIRING DIAGRAM as follows:
NOTE: "BK" and "RD" terminals on coordinating remote are unused.
Tighten both screws.
NOTE: Maximum wire length from dimmer to last remote is
300 ft (90 m).
• Green or bare copper wire in wall box to Green terminal screw.
• Load wall box wire identified (tagged) when removing old switch
to First Traveler (note color as above).
• Second Traveler wall box wire (note color as above) to terminal
screw marked "YL/RD". This traveler from the remote must go to
the Yellow/Red dimmer lead.
• Remove White insulating label from terminal screw marked "WH".
• Line Neutral wall box wire to terminal screw marked "WH".
• Proceed to Step 5.
INSTALLING YOUR DIMMER
NOTE: Use check boxes when Steps are completed.
2
4
3
1
2
4
1
5
3
Single Pole
1. Line (Hot)
2. Neutral
3. Ground
4. Load
3-Way
1. Line or Load (see important instruction below)
2. Neutral
3. Ground
4. First Traveler – note color
5. Second Traveler – note color. NOTE: For
matching remote w/LEDs installation, the
First Traveler becomes Line Hot.
MULTI-DEVICE APPLICATION
In multi-device installations, the side sections of the mounting straps
may require removal. Use pliers to carefully bend side sections back
and forth until they break off.
If installing Dimmer in a single device application, proceed with the
INSTALLING YOUR DIMMER section. If installing Dimmer in a
multi-device application, proceed as follows:
Installing Dimmer by itself or with other devices:
Changing the color of your Dimmer:
Your Dimmer includes three color options. The Dimmer ships with the
White frame attached. To change color of frame, proceed as follows:
Push in side at
tab to release
Line up tabs and
press in side to attach
WARNING: TO AVOID FIRE SHOCK OR DEATH; TURN
OFF POWER at circuit breaker or fuse and test that power
is off before wiring!
Step 1
Identifying your wiring application
(most common):
NOTE: If the wiring in your wall box does not resemble any
of these configurations, consult a qualified electrician.
Step 2
Step 3
Single Pole Wiring Application:
Insulating label:
This wire is used in 3-way installations only.
For single pole installations, do not remove
this insulating label.
1
4
Black
White
Green
Red
Yellow/Red
2
3
Step 4a
Step 4a cont'd
Coordinating Remote Dimmer
BK WH
YL/RD
RD
5
1
4
5
Green
Yellow/
Red
Red
Black
White
2
1
4
3
2
3
3-Way Wiring with Coordinating Dimming or
Switching Remote (no LEDs) Application:
(Coordinating Dimming Remote depicted)
Step 4b
Step 4b cont'd

NOTE: Matching remotes are for use with non RF devices only.
NOTE: The dimmer must be installed in a wall box that has a Load
connection. The matching remote must be installed in a wall box
with a Line Hot connection and a Neutral connection. A Neutral wire
to the matching remote needs to be added as shown.
If you are unsure about any part of these instructions, consult a
qualified electrician.
NOTE: Maximum wire length from dimmer to all installed remotes
cannot exceed 300 ft (90 m).
WIRING MATCHING REMOTE
(wall box with Line Hot connection):
Connect wires per WIRING DIAGRAM as follows:
• Green or bare copper wire in wall box to Green terminal screw.
• Line Hot (common) wall box wire identified (tagged) when
removing old switch and First Traveler to Black dimmer lead.
• Second Traveler wall box wire from dimmer to remote terminal
screw marked "YL/RD" (note wire color). This traveler from the
remote must go to Yellow/Red dimmer lead.
• Line Neutral wall box to remote terminal screw marked "WH".
WIRING DIMMER (wall box with Load connection):
Connect wires per WIRING DIAGRAM as follows:
• Green or bare copper wire in wall box to Green dimmer lead.
• Load wall box wire identified (tagged) when removing old switch to
Red dimmer lead.
• First Traveler Line Hot to Black dimmer lead.
• Remove Red insulating label from Yellow/Red dimmer lead.
• Second Traveler wall box wire (note color as above) to
Yellow/Red dimmer lead. This traveler from the dimmer must go to
the terminal screw on the remote marked "YL/RD".
• Line neutral wall box wire to White dimmer lead.
• Proceed to Step 5.
For additional information, contact Leviton’s
Techline at 1-800-824-3005 or visit Leviton’s
website at www.leviton.com
Covered by one or more US & Foreign Patents and patents pending
Copyright© 2006 Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc.
All Rights Including Trade Dress Rights Reserved
3-Way Wiring with Matching Remote
(w/LEDs) Application:
BK WH
YL/RD
RD
4
3
5
Additional
Neutral Wire
Matching Remote Dimmer
4
5
1
2
Black
Green
White
Red
Yellow/Red
1
2
3
Hot (Black)
Neutral (White)
Dimmer
Matching Remote (with LEDs)
YL/RD Red
Yellow/
Red
WH
BK Black
Black
White
Line
120VAC, 60Hz
Green
Ground
Green
Ground
White
Electronic
Low-Voltage
Transformer
Primary
Side
NOTE: Dress wires with a bend as shown in diagram in order to relieve
stress when mounting device.
Restore Power:
Restore power at circuit breaker or fuse.
Installation is complete.
NOTE: The locator light will illuminate when the load is in the OFF
position to facilitate access in the dark.
NOTE: If using the dimmer in a 3-way application, the lights will turn
ON at brightness set on dimmer’s DIM/BRIGHT bar. The lighting can be
controlled from either the dimmer or the remote location.
Advanced Features Summary
Mode
1
2
3
Description
Set Min. Brightness
Set Dim-Lock Level
Select Fade Rate
Default
25 %
0
Preset #1
Range
1 - 50 %
0 - 100 %,
0 = no lock
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7
To Program:
NOTE: Have a flashlight handy if this
dimmer controls the only light source in
the room.
1. On the dimmer only, engage the
air-gap switch by gently pulling the
bottom of the push pad until it lifts
completely out of the frame and a
click is heard and all LED's are OFF.
2. Press push pad back into frame and
hold the push pad for 7 seconds until
the locator light and the top LED
(LED 1) start blinking.
3. Upon releasing the push pad, the
locator light will continue to blink once per second indicating the
dimmer is in Mode 1, Set Minimum Brightness mode. To change the
minimum Brightness level from 1-50%, use the DIM/BRIGHT Bar.
This setting will automatically be saved.
4. Tap the push pad to change to Mode 2, Set Dim-Lock Level
mode. The locator LED will blink twice per second. To change the
current Dim-Lock level from 0-100%, use the DIM/BRIGHT Bar.
If this feature is not desired, press and hold the lower half of the
DIM/BRIGHT Bar until no LED is lit. This setting will automatically be
saved.
5. Tap the push pad to change to Mode 3, Set Fade Rate mode. The
locator LED will blink 3 times per second. To change the current
Fade Rate, use the DIM/BRIGHT Bar to move the LED to the desired
preset level. This setting will automatically be saved by tapping the
push pad to exit programming mode.
The LED Brightness Display is separated into 7 segments. Each LED
represents a preset level with LED 1 (Preset 1) located at the top and
LED 7 (Preset 7) located at the bottom. Refer to chart for settings and
defaults.
NOTE: The dimmer will exit program mode after 3 minutes of inactivity.
Fade Rate Presets
Preset
1*
2
3
4
5
6
7
Fade On
Approx. 1.5s from full off
Approx. 1.5s from full off
Approx. 0.5s from full off
Approx. 0.5s from full off
No Fade
No Fade
Approx. 1.5s from full off
LED**
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Fade Off
Approx. 10s from full on
Approx. 5s from full on
Approx. 1.5s from full on
Approx. 3s from full on
Approx. 3s from full on
No Fade
Approx. 3s from full on
* default
** LED #1 is located at the top
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
LED
Brightness
Display
Testing your Dimmer prior to mounting in
wall box:
• Position all wires to provide room in
outlet wall box for device.
• Ensure that the word “TOP” is facing
up on device strap.
• Partially screw in mounting screws in
wall box mounting holes.
• Restore power at circuit breaker or
fuse.
• Press pad until locator light is OFF.
Lights should turn ON. If lights do
not turn ON, press the upper half of
the DIM/BRIGHT Bar until the lights
brighten.
If lights still do not turn ON, refer to
the TROUBLESHOOTING section.
Dimmer Mounting:
TURN OFF POWER AT CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE.
Installation may now be completed by
tightening mounting screws into wall box.
Attach wallplate.
LIMITED 5 YEAR WARRANTY AND EXCLUSIONS
Leviton warrants to the original consumer purchaser and not for the benefit of anyone else that this product at the time of its sale by Leviton is free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal and proper use for five years from the purchase date. Leviton’s only obligation is to correct such defects by repair or replacement, at its option, if within such five year period the product is returned prepaid, with proof
of purchase date, and a description of the problem to Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc., Att: Quality Assurance Department, 59-25 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck, New York 11362-2591. This warranty excludes and there is disclaimed liability for labor for removal of this product or reinstallation. This warranty is void if this product is installed improperly or in an improper environment, overloaded, misused,
opened, abused, or altered in any manner, or is not used under normal operating conditions or not in accordance with any labels or instructions. There are no other or implied warranties of any kind, including merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, but if any implied warranty is required by the applicable jurisdiction, the duration of any such implied warranty, including merchantability and fitness
for a particular purpose, is limited to five years. Leviton is not liable for incidental, indirect, special, or consequential damages, including without limitation, damage to, or loss of use of, any equipment, lost sales or profits or delay or failure to perform this warranty obligation. The remedies provided herein are the exclusive remedies under this warranty, whether based on contract, tort or otherwise.
Push Pad (Default settings)
Turn ON from OFF position:
Tap – Lights turn ON to preset level.
Press and Hold – Lights turn ON to full
bright.
Turn OFF from ON position:
Tap – Lights turn OFF.
DIM/BRIGHT Bar
BRIGHTEN:
Press the upper half of the DIM/BRIGHT
Bar – Lights brighten to desired level.
DIM:
Press the lower half of the DIM/BRIGHT
Bar – Lights dim to desired level.
If you continue to hold, the lights will DIM
to minimum level and then turn OFF.
NOTE: When lights are OFF you can
change the light level that the lights will
turn ON to using the DIM/BRIGHT Bar.
If there is a power outage, when the power
is restored, the lights will return to the last
setting before the power interruption.
Push
Pad
Locator
Light
LED
Brightness
Display
DIM/
BRIGHT
Bar
Air-Gap Switch: On the dimmer only, engage
the air-gap switch by gently pulling the bottom
of the push pad until it lifts completely out of
the frame and a click is heard and all LED's are
OFF (refer to figure). This will cut power to
the fixture to replace the bulb. After servicing is
complete, push the push pad back for normal
operation.
Cleaning: Clean with a damp cloth.
DO NOT use chemical cleaners.
Gently lift bottom
of push pad out
PK-93392-10-00-2C
Step 5Step 4c
Step 6
Step 7
OPERATION
Mode 1 – Set Minimum Brightness: Set the minimum brightness level
that the lights can dim to prior to turning full OFF.
Mode 2 – Set Dim-Lock: Set the brightness level that the lights will turn
on to regardless of the previous light level at which they were turned OFF.
Mode 3 – Set Fade Rate: Set the amount of time (in seconds) that the
lights will have to turn ON or OFF. Fade rates can be set to one of seven
different settings.
ADVANCED PROGRAMMING FEATURES
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B Digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving Antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/tv technician for help.
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
TROUBLESHOOTING
• Lights Flickering
- Lamp has a bad connection.
- Wires not secured firmly with wire connectors of dimmer or
terminal screws of remote.
- Verify load type is electronic low-voltage.
• Light does not turn ON and Locator LED does not turn ON
- Circuit breaker or fuse has tripped.
- Lamp is burned out.
- Neutral not wired to Dimmer (White wire).
• Intermittent dimmer operation
- Minimum load is under 40W.
• Remote does not operate lights
- Ensure that total wire length does not exceed 300 ft (90 m).
- Ensure wiring is correct.
• Lights cycle ON and OFF
- Remove excess load.