PD-703
Incandescent Multi-way
Paddle Dimmer
Installation Instructions
SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage ...............................................................120VAC, 60Hz
Maximum Load Rating ..................................................... 700W
Minimum Load Rating ........................................................ 50W
Load (Multi-way) ..................................................Incandescent
Environment ..................................................... Indoor use only
Operating Temperature ............................0-25°C (32-77°F)
Humidity ...................................... 93% RH, non-condensing
Electrical Supply Wire Requirement
Minimum temperature rating ..........................75°C (167°F)
Tools Needed ................ Insulated Screwdriver, Wire Strippers
Santa Clara, CA 95050
Locator LED
On/Off Switch
Dimming Slider
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The PD-703 Incandescent Paddle Dimmer is designed to replace a standard
light switch or dimmer. It controls incandescent loads only. To dim the
connected load move the slider down; to brighten the connected load move the
slider up. Press the top of the ON/OFF button to turn the connected load ON.
The Locator LED turns OFF and the load turns ON to the level set by the slider.
Press the bottom to turn the load OFF and the Locator LED ON.
Caution: Use only with permanently installed 120VAC incandescent or halogen
fi xtures. To avoid overheating and possible damage to other equipment, do
not use to control receptacles, fl uorescent lighting fi xtures, motor-driven
appliances, or transformer-supplied appliances.
Important Notes
1. Only one dimmer can be used in a 3-way/multi-way circuit.
2. It is normal for the dimmer to feel warm to the touch during operation.
3. Protect the dimmer from dust and dirt when painting or spackling.
Derating
No derating is required for multigang installations.
INSTALLATION AND WIRING
WARNING
Disconnect power to the wall switch box by turning OFF
the circuit breaker or removing the fuse from the circuit before
installing the PD-703, replacing lamps, or doing any electrical work.
1. Prepare the switch box
After the power is turned OFF at the circuit
breaker box, remove the existing wall plate
and mounting screws. Pull the old switch out
from the wall box.
2. Identify the type of circuit
You may connect the PD-703 to a single pole
or multi-way circuit. If you are unable to
clearly identify some or all of the wires
mentioned in this manual, you should
consult with a qualifi ed electrician.
Ground
HOT (power from
circuit box)
LOAD
(power
to lamp)
NEUTRAL
Fig 1: Typical Single Pole
Switch Wiring
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In a 3-way circuit (Fig. 2) two traveler wires connect to both switches. Another
wire provides power from the circuit box to one of the switches. A wire
connects from one switch to the load. A ground wire may also be connected to
a ground terminal on the old switches.
Caution – For your safety: Connecting a proper ground wire to the dimmer
provides protection against electrical shock in the event of certain fault
conditions. If a proper ground is not available, consult with a qualifi ed
electrician before continuing installation.
3. Prepare the Wires
Tag the wires currently connected to the existing switch
so that they can be identifi ed later. Disconnect the wires.
Make sure the insulation is stripped off of the wires to
expose their copper cores to the length indicated by the
“Strip Gage” in Fig. 3 (approx. ½ inch).
Strip Gage
1/2"
12.7 mm
Fig. 3 : #12 or
#14 AWG
NEUTRAL
GROUND
LOAD/Common
(power to lamp)
NEUTRAL
GROUND
HOT/Common
(power from circuit box)
TRAVELER
TRAVELER
Lamp/load
MASTER SWITCH
AUXILIARY SWITCH
Fig. 2: Typical 3-Way Switch Wiring
(HOT)
120V/60Hz
NEUTRAL
GROUND
Do not use for
single pole wiring
#12 - #14 AWG
CU WIRE ONLY
Cu
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STRIP GAGE
SINGLE
POLE
HOT
3-WAY
MADE IN CHINA
WARRANTY VOID IF OPENED
TURN OFF POWER
GR
Load
Fig. 5: Single Pole Wiring
4. Wire the dimmer
Connect the wires to the terminals on the PD-703
dimmer(s) as indicated in either step 4a or 4b.
IMPORTANT: When two wires connect to the same
terminal on the dimmer, both wires must be the
same gage (12AWG or 14AWG) (Fig. 4). If they are
not the same gage, you will not have a secure
connection.
4a. Single Pole Circuit: Wiring one PD-703 (Fig. 5)
• Connect the green or non-insulated (copper) GROUND wire from the circuit
to the green terminal on the dimmer.
• Connect the power wire from the circuit (HOT) to the black terminal on
the dimmer.
• Connect the lamp power (LOAD) to the gold terminal on the dimmer.
• The second gold terminal is not used for a single pole circuit.
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Fig. 4: Wiring
4b. 3-way/multi-way wiring (Fig. 6)
• Note: Only one dimmer can be used on a 3-way/multi-way circuit.
• Connect the green or non-insulated (copper) GROUND wire from the circuit
to the green terminal on the dimmer.
• Connect the power wire from the circuit (HOT) to the black terminal on
the dimmer.
• Connect one of the gold terminals to either of the remaining wires removed
from the switch.
• Connect the remaining gold terminal to the remaining wire removed from
the switch.
5. Put all the new switches into their wall boxes. Position the dimmer with the
word “TOP” right side up. Use the captive screws on the mounting strap to
secure the switches to their wall boxes.
6. Restore power to the circuit. Turn on the breaker or replace the fuse.
7. Attach the cover plates.
#12 - #14 AWG
CU WIRE ONLY
Cu
AI
STRIP GAGE
SINGLE
POLE
HOT
3-WAY
MADE IN CHINA
WARRANTY VOID IF OPENED
TURN OFF POWER
GR
NEUTRAL
(HOT)
120V/60Hz
3-Way
Switch
GROUND
Load
Fig. 6: 3-way/Multi-way Wiring
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
WattStopper warranties its products to be free of defects in materials
and workmanship for a period of five (5) years. There are no obligations
or liabilities on the part of WattStopper for consequential damages
arising out of, or in connection with, the use or performance of this
product or other indirect damages with respect to loss of property,
revenue or profit, or cost of removal, installation or reinstallation.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Lights are flickering
• Lamp has a bad connection.
• Check wire connections to make sure they are secured fi rmly.
• There may be a circuit wiring issue. You should always use a separate
neutral wire for the circuit connected to the dimmer. If two 120V hots
from the breaker box share the same neutral and one of them has a very
large load, it could cause a voltage drop on the other hot. This can cause
fl ickering.
Light does not turn ON
• Check to see if the circuit breaker or fuse has tripped.
• Check to see if the lamp is burned out.
COVER PLATES
WattStopper PD dimmers fi t behind industry standard decorator style switch
cover plates.
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