Lutron Maestro Motion Sensor Light Switch

1. Introduction and Overview

The Lutron Maestro Motion Sensor Light Switch provides automatic lighting control, enhancing convenience and energy efficiency in your home. This single-pole switch is designed to detect occupancy and vacancy, automatically turning lights on when you enter a room and off when you leave. It is compatible with various bulb types, including incandescent, halogen, CFL, and LED.

Key features include:

• Automatic Operation: Lights turn on when motion is detected and off after a set delay when the room is vacant.
• Versatile Compatibility: Works with 150W CFL/LED, 250W incandescent/halogen, 200W magnetic low voltage, or 2-Amp ballasts.
• Daylight Sensing: Prevents lights from turning on if sufficient natural light is present.
• Adjustable Modes: Offers Occupancy Mode (Auto ON, Auto OFF) and Vacancy Mode (Manual ON, Auto OFF).
• Customizable Timeout: Set lights to turn off 1, 5, 15, or 30 minutes after the room is vacated.

2. Safety Information

WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. Improper installation can result in serious injury or death.

• Always turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box before installing or servicing any electrical device.
• Ensure the power is OFF before proceeding with installation. Use a voltage tester to confirm.
• If you are unsure about any part of these instructions, consult a qualified electrician.
• Install in accordance with all national and local electrical codes.
• Do not use where total wattage exceeds the switch's maximum rating.

3. Package Contents

Your Lutron Maestro Motion Sensor Light Switch package includes:

• One (1) Lutron Maestro Motion Sensor Light Switch (MS-OPS2HW-WH)
• One (1) Coordinating Wallplate

4. Specifications

5. Installation

Installation typically takes around 15 minutes. Ensure you have basic electrical tools such as a screwdriver, pliers, and a voltage tester.

5.1 Pre-Installation Steps

1. Turn Off Power: Locate your circuit breaker panel and turn off the power to the light switch you are replacing.
2. Verify Power is Off: Use a voltage tester to confirm that no power is flowing to the switch wires.
3. Remove Existing Switch: Unscrew and carefully remove the existing wallplate and light switch from the electrical box.

5.2 Wiring Instructions

The Maestro Motion Sensor Light Switch requires a ground wire. It can be installed with or without a neutral wire.

Figure 1: Rear view of the Maestro Motion Sensor Switch, showing the wiring terminals and ground wire.

• Ground Wire: Connect the bare copper or green wire from the wall box to the green ground wire on the Maestro switch.
• Line/Load Wires: The Maestro switch has two black wires. These are interchangeable for line and load connections. Connect one black wire from the wall box (typically the hot wire) to one black wire on the switch, and the other black wire from the wall box (to the light fixture) to the remaining black wire on the switch.
• Neutral Wire (Optional): If your wall box has a neutral wire (typically white), connect it to the white wire on the Maestro switch. If no neutral wire is present, cap off the white wire on the switch with a wire connector.
• Secure Connections: Use wire connectors to secure all wire connections.

5.3 Post-Installation Steps

1. Mount the Switch: Carefully push the wired switch back into the electrical box and secure it with the mounting screws.
2. Install Wallplate: Attach the coordinating wallplate over the switch.
3. Restore Power: Turn the power back on at the circuit breaker.

6. Operating Modes and Settings

The Maestro Motion Sensor Light Switch offers several customizable settings to suit your needs.

Figure 2: Front view of the Maestro Motion Sensor Switch, highlighting the manual tap switch and the motion sensor lens.

6.1 Setting the Timeout Period

The timeout period determines how long the lights remain on after no motion is detected. To adjust:

1. Remove the wallplate to access the small programming button on the side of the switch.
2. Press and hold the main paddle switch until the indicator light flashes the desired number of times:
• 1 flash: Test Mode (short timeout)
• 2 flashes: 1 minute timeout
• 3 flashes: 5 minutes timeout (default)
• 4 flashes: 15 minutes timeout
• 5 flashes: 30 minutes timeout
3. Release the paddle switch after the desired number of flashes. The setting is now saved.

6.2 Selecting Operating Mode

The switch supports Occupancy Mode, Vacancy Mode, and Daylight Sensing.

1. Remove the wallplate to access the small programming button on the side of the switch.
2. Press and hold the small programming button until the indicator light flashes the desired number of times:
• 1 flash: Occupancy Mode (Auto ON, Auto OFF)
• 2 flashes: Occupancy Mode with Daylight Sensing (Auto ON only if insufficient light, Auto OFF)
• 3 flashes: Vacancy Mode (Manual ON, Auto OFF)
• 4 flashes: Occupancy Mode with Off-While-Occupied (Auto ON, Auto OFF, but can be manually turned off and stay off even with occupancy)
3. Release the programming button after the desired number of flashes. The setting is now saved.

Figure 3: The daylight sensing feature prevents lights from activating if natural light is sufficient.

Figure 4: Delayed Off can be set for various applications, such as bathroom fans, to clear moisture after use.

6.3 Motion Sensor Sensitivity

The motion sensor sensitivity can be adjusted between high and low. To adjust:

1. Remove the wallplate.
2. Simultaneously press and hold both the main paddle switch and the small programming button on the side.
3. The indicator light will flash once for high sensitivity or twice for low sensitivity. Release the buttons when the desired setting is indicated.

7. Maintenance

To maintain your Lutron Maestro Motion Sensor Light Switch:

• Clean the surface with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.
• Ensure the sensor lens is free from dust or obstructions for optimal performance.

8. Troubleshooting

If your Maestro Motion Sensor Light Switch is not functioning as expected, consider the following:

• Lights not turning on/off automatically: Verify the power is on at the breaker. Check wiring connections. Ensure the sensor lens is clear of obstructions. Adjust the operating mode and timeout settings as described in Section 6.
• Lights turning off too quickly or staying on too long: Adjust the timeout period (Section 6.1).
• Lights not turning on when there's enough daylight: Ensure Daylight Sensing mode is correctly configured (Section 6.2).
• Sensor too sensitive or not sensitive enough: Adjust the motion sensor sensitivity (Section 6.3).
• Flickering lights: Ensure your bulbs are compatible with the switch's wattage ratings.

For further assistance, contact Lutron customer support.

9. Warranty and Support

The Lutron Maestro Motion Sensor Light Switch comes with a 10-year limited warranty upon product registration. Without registration, a 5-year limited warranty applies.

For technical support, warranty claims, or additional product information, please visit the official Lutron website or contact their customer service department.