For Your Safety
⚠ DANGER: Risk of fatal injury due to electrical current
All work on the device should only be carried out by trained and skilled electricians. Observe the country-specific regulations.
⚠ DANGER: Risk of fatal injury from electric current
The outputs may carry an electrical current even when the device is switched off. Always disconnect the fuse in the incoming circuit from the supply before working on connected loads.
⚠ CAUTION: The device can be damaged.
- Always operate the device with the specified minimum load.
- Protect the circuit with a 10 A fuse if further loads are to be looped on the X terminal of the device.
- Only connect dimmable transformers.
Two-Way Rotary Dimmer Switch RL - Introduction
The Schneider Electric Odace Two-Way Rotary Dimmer Switch RL (referred to as "dimmer") allows users to switch and dim ohmic and inductive loads using a rotary knob. This includes:
- Incandescent lamps
- 230 V halogen lamps
- Low-voltage halogen lamps with dimmable, inductive transformers
Installing the Dimmer
ⓘ Important Note on Load Reduction
The maximum allowed load is reduced due to decreased heat dissipation when the device is not installed into a single standard flush-mounted mounting box. If several factors apply, add the load reductions together.
| Load Reduction | Mounted in cavity walls* | Several installed together in combination* | In 1-gang or 2-gang surface-mounted housing | In 3-gang surface-mounted housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25% | X | X | ||
| 30% | X | |||
| 50% | X |
Wiring the Dimmer for the Desired Application
The wiring diagram shows connections for Live (L) and Neutral (N) lines, with the dimmer connected to a lamp. The dimmer has terminals for L, N, and the switched load, with an additional terminal marked 'X' for looping further loads if protected by a 10A fuse.
Setting the Minimum Brightness of the Lamps
ⓘ Important Note on Minimum Brightness
The connected lamps should glow with a minimum brightness when the dimmer is switched on and when the rotary switch has been dimmed down. Set the minimum brightness before installing the covers.
To adjust the minimum brightness:
- Switch the dimmer on.
- Dim the brightness right down using the rotary knob.
- Set the minimum brightness using the set-screw (MIN) located on the dimmer unit.
Installing the Dimmer and Covers
After wiring and setting the minimum brightness, install the dimmer into the mounting box and then attach the decorative covers.
Operating the Dimmer
The dimmer features a central rotary knob for control.
- To switch the connected lamps on and off, press the rotary knob once.
- To dim the lamps brighter or darker, turn the rotary knob.
What Should I Do If There Is a Problem?
The connected lamp doesn't switch on.
- Check the fuse; replace it if necessary.
- If there is an overload due to the fact that the operating temperature is too high, it will not be possible to switch the dimmer back on and it must be replaced.
How to Change the Fuse
To replace the fuse, typically located within the dimmer unit:
- Remove the covers of the dimmer.
- Prise the fuse holder out using a screwdriver.
- Remove the blown fuse and replace it with a replacement fuse.
Technical Data
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Mains voltage: | AC 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Nominal load: | 40-600 VA |
| Minimum load: | 40 VA |
| Load type: | Ohmic and inductive load |
| Short-circuit protection: | Fuse F6.3AH |
| Operating temperature: | +5°C to +35°C |
| Surge protection: | Electronic |
Schneider Electric Industries SAS
If you have technical questions, please contact the Customer Care Center in your country.
Schneider Electric Industries SAS35 rue Joseph Monier
F - 92500 Rueil-Malmaison (France)
Tel: +33 (0)1 41 29 85 00
Website: http://www.schneider-electric.com
This product must be installed, connected and used in compliance with prevailing standards and/or installation regulations. As standards, specifications and designs develop from time to time, always ask for confirmation of the information given in this publication.
