Lutron DVSCELV-300P-BI

Lutron Diva DVSCELV-300P-BI Hiko Iti-Rohetage He pukapuka Tohutohu Dimmer

1. Hua Neke Atuview

The Lutron Diva DVSCELV-300P-BI is a 300-watt single pole electronic low-voltage dimmer designed to control lighting from one location. It features a large paddle switch for on/off control and a linear slider for precise dimming adjustments. This dimmer is specifically for use with electronic low-voltage lighting applications. It allows users to adjust light levels, contributing to energy savings and creating desired room atmospheres. Wallplates are sold separately.

2. Nga korero haumaru

3. Ihirangi mokete

Note: Wallplate is not included and must be purchased separately.

4. Whakatakotoranga

ĀhuahiraTaipitopito
Tau tauiraDVSCELV-300P-BI
Wattage300 Watts
Mahinga Mahi Voltage120 Volts
Momo iahikoSingle Pole (1-way)
TaupāngaHiko Iti-Voltage (ELV)
Ahu (L x W x H)1.75 x 2.2 x 4.25 inihi
TaePihikete
Tikanga ManaPaddle Switch with Linear Slider
RauemiParahi (Rauemi Whakapā)

5. Tāutanga

Before beginning installation, ensure you have turned off power at the circuit breaker. This dimmer is designed for single-pole applications where the light is controlled from one switch. A neutral wire connection is typically required for proper operation.

5.1. Whakaritenga

  1. Whakawetohia te hiko: Locate your circuit breaker panel and turn off the power to the light switch you are replacing.
  2. Manatoko kua weto te hiko: Flip the existing switch on and off to confirm the power is disconnected.
  3. Remove existing wallplate and switch: Unscrew the wallplate and then the mounting screws holding the old switch in place. Carefully pull the switch out from the wall box.
  4. Tautuhia nga waea: Note the connections of the existing wires. Typically, a single-pole switch will have two load/line wires and a ground wire. Some dimmers may require a neutral wire (usually white).
Lutron Diva DVSCELV-300P-BI Dimmer front view

Whakaahua: Mua view of the Lutron Diva DVSCELV-300P-BI Electronic Low-Voltage Dimmer, showing the paddle switch and linear slider.

Lutron Diva DVSCELV-300P-BI Dimmer with wiring

Whakaahua: Taha view of the Lutron Diva DVSCELV-300P-BI Dimmer, illustrating the pre-stripped wires for connection.

5.2. Wiring the Dimmer

The Lutron Diva DVSCELV-300P-BI dimmer typically has three wires: a green wire (ground), a black wire (hot/line), and a yellow wire (load). Some models may also include a white wire (neutral).

  1. Waea Papa: Connect the green wire from the dimmer to the bare copper or green ground wire in the wall box using a wire connector.
  2. Hot/Line Wire: Connect the black wire from the dimmer to the incoming hot/line wire from the circuit breaker (often black or red) using a wire connector.
  3. Uta Waea: Connect the yellow wire from the dimmer to the load wire that goes to the light fixture (often black or red) using a wire connector.
  4. Neutral Wire (if applicable): If your dimmer has a white wire and your wall box has a neutral wire bundle (usually white wires twisted together), connect the white dimmer wire to the neutral bundle using a wire connector. If no neutral wire is present in the wall box, cap off the white wire from the dimmer with a wire connector.

Video: This video demonstrates the wiring process for a single-pole dimmer with one black, one yellow, and one white wire, which is applicable to the Lutron Diva DVSCELV-300P-BI. It covers connecting the ground, hot, load, and neutral wires.

5.3. Finishing Installation

  1. Secure the dimmer: Carefully push all wires back into the wall box. Mount the dimmer to the wall box using the provided screws.
  2. Attach wallplate: Install the coordinating wallplate (sold separately) over the dimmer.
  3. Whakaora mana: Return to your circuit breaker panel and turn the power back on.
Lutron Diva DVSCELV-300P-BI Dimmer installed in a wall

Image: The Lutron Diva DVSCELV-300P-BI Dimmer installed in a wall, ready for use.

6. Mahi

Hand operating Lutron Diva DVSCELV-300P-BI Dimmer

Image: A hand demonstrating the operation of the Lutron Diva DVSCELV-300P-BI Dimmer, highlighting the paddle switch and linear slider.

7. Tiaki

8. Te Raru

RaruraruTe Take Taea / Rongoa
Kaore nga rama e ka ana.
  • Check if power is restored at the circuit breaker.
  • Verify wiring connections are secure.
  • Ensure bulbs are functional and correctly installed.
Ka kemo, ka haruru rānei ngā rama.
  • Confirm the dimmer is compatible with your electronic low-voltage transformers/fixtures.
  • Me whakarite te wat katoatage kore e neke ake i te 300W.
  • Tirohia mo nga hononga waea korekore.
Dimmer does not dim properly.
  • Verify the dimmer is correctly wired for electronic low-voltage nga tono.
  • Ensure the connected lights are dimmable.

9. Pūtāhui me te Tautoko

For warranty information, technical support, or further assistance, please visit the official Lutron website or contact Lutron customer service. Keep your purchase receipt for warranty claims.

Lutron Support: Lutron.com/support