Caséta Wireless Quick-Start Guide

For In-Wall Dimmer

Welcome

Thank you for purchasing a Caséta™ Wireless in-wall dimmer. To control your lights from an app or remote, you will need to replace an existing switch with a Caséta™ Wireless in-wall dimmer. Please watch the installation video at www.casetawireless.com/support before installing.

We hope you enjoy the convenience of Caséta™ Wireless!

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Tools You'll Need

Works with Energy Efficient Dimmable Light Bulbs

Note: You can mix and match dimmable LED and CFLs, as well as halogen and incandescent light bulbs, with Caséta™ Wireless dimmers. Dimmable LED and CFL light bulbs vary in their dimming performance. If you experience flickering or the bulbs turn off, visit www.casetawireless.com/lowend for information on adjusting the dimmer for best bulb performance. For a complete list of compatible dimmable LEDs and CFLs, visit www.casetawireless.com/bulblist.

Installing Your Dimmer (Installation for lights with one wall switch - single pole)

  1. 1. Turn power off at circuit breaker!Diagram shows a hand turning off a circuit breaker.

    WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD. May result in serious injury or death. Turn off power at circuit breaker or fuse before installing.

  2. 2. Remove existing switch from wallDiagram shows removing a wallplate, then a switch from the wall, with wires disconnected.

    Remove the wallplate from the switch. Remove the switch and pull it away from the wall. Disconnect all three wires* from the switch.

  3. 3. Remove side sections (if necessary)Diagram shows a dimmer with side sections removed. A note indicates not to remove outside side sections on dimmers at the end of a gang. Another diagram shows a dimmer in the middle of a gang with all side sections removed.

    Each dimmer has inside side sections removed. Dimmer at the middle has all side sections removed. Removing side sections reduces the dimmer's maximum wattage rating. See the chart below for maximum wattage information.

    Maximum* Wattage Derating Chart (120 V~ 50/60 Hz)
    Side sections removedLED & CFLIncandescent, Halogen, & MLV
    None250 W1000 W
    1 side250 W800 W
    2 sides250 W600 W

    *If your switch has more than 3 wires attached, see "Installing Caséta Wireless in a 3-way switch application" video at www.casetawireless.com/3way.

  4. 4. Connect the dimmerDiagram shows wiring connections for the dimmer.
    1. Connect the bare copper (or green) "ground" wire from the wallbox to the green wire on the dimmer using a wire connector.
    2. Connect either of the remaining wires from the wallbox to either of the remaining wires on the dimmer using a second wire connector.
    3. Connect the remaining wire from the wall to the remaining wire on the dimmer using a third wire connector.
    4. If available, connect the white neutral wire. Required for: MLV loads, LED drivers, PHPM-PA, PHPM-3F, GRX-TVI.
  5. 5. Mount the dimmerDiagram shows mounting the dimmer into the wallbox using screws.

    Use the screws provided.

  6. 6. Attach the wallplateDiagram shows attaching an adapter to the dimmer and snapping on the wallplate.

    Attach the adapter to the dimmer using the screws provided and snap on the wallplate. (If you installed the dimmer next to other dimmers or switches, you'll need to install a wallplate with the correct size/number of openings to accommodate all the devices.)

  7. 7. Turn power on at circuit breakerDiagram shows a hand turning on a circuit breaker.

Important Notes

CAUTION: Use only with permanently installed fixtures with dimmable LED, dimmable CFL, halogen, or incandescent lamps. To avoid overheating and possible damage to other equipment, do not use to control receptacles, motor-driven appliances, or transformer-supplied appliances.

Codes: Install in accordance with all national and local electrical codes.

Grounding: When no "grounding means" exist in wallbox, the National Electrical Code (NEC®) allows a control to be installed as a replacement if 1) a nonmetallic, noncombustible faceplate is used with nonmetallic attachment screws or 2) the circuit is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). When installing a control according to these methods, cap or remove green wire before screwing control into wallbox.

FCC/IC Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Modifications not expressly approved by Lutron Electronics Co., Inc. could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Note: 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 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.

Warranty

For warranty information, please visit www.casetawireless.com/warranty.

Using Your Caséta™ Wireless Kit (sold separately)

With a smartphone or tablet (Bridge required, sold separately)

The Caséta™ Wireless dimmer can be controlled from a smartphone when used with the Lutron® Smart Bridge™. If you are using the dimmer and remote control with the Lutron® Smart Bridge™, follow the instructions below. Note: If you are using the dimmer and remote control with another manufacturer's bridge, please refer to that manufacturer's instructions for set-up.

  1. 1. Download the Lutron® appDiagram shows icons for the App Store and Google Play, and text "Search for 'Lutron Caseta'".

    Visit www.casetawireless.com/LutronApp.

  2. 2. Launch the Lutron® appDiagram shows a smartphone with the Lutron app open.

    The Lutron app will walk you through setting up your devices.

  3. 3. Use the Lutron® app to complete ALL remaining steps.Diagram shows options within the app: "Add devices", "Pico® remotes", "Dimmers", "Shades", "Control three ways", "Schedule your lights", "Connect while away".

Without a smartphone or tablet (Bridge not required)

Pairing the dimmer and Pico® remote control:

  1. 1. Press and hold "off" button on dimmerDiagram shows a dimmer with the "off" button being pressed and held for 6 seconds until LEDs start blinking.

    Hold for 6 seconds until LEDs start blinking.

  2. 2. Press and hold "off" button on remoteDiagram shows a Pico remote with the "off" button being pressed and held for 6 seconds until lights flash 3 times.

    Hold for 6 seconds until lights flash 3 times.

  3. 3. Set desired light level on dimmerDiagram shows a dimmer with the light level adjusted.
  4. 4. Press and hold "favorite" button on remoteDiagram shows a Pico remote with the "favorite" button being pressed and held for 6 seconds until LEDs blink twice on the dimmer.

    Repeat steps to pair other Pico® remote controls. Hold for 6 seconds until LEDs blink twice on in-wall dimmer. New favorite level is now saved.

Changing the favorite light level on the Pico® remote control (sold separately)

You can use the round "favorite" button on the Pico® remote control to recall a favorite light level. It is set to 50% by default, but you can change it to any level you like.

Diagram shows a Pico remote with the "favorite" button highlighted.

Using Your Controls

In-wall dimmer

⬆️ On / Brighter (with raised icon)
⬇️ Darker
Off

FASSTM (Front Accessible Service Switch)

Replacing light bulbs using FASSTM: Pull the FASSTM switch out on the in-wall dimmer to remove power at the light socket.

Pico® remote control (sold separately)

⬆️ On / Brighter
Off
Favorite

Troubleshooting

SymptomsProbable Cause and Action
Light does not turn on or in-wall dimmer LEDs do not light up.
  • Light bulb(s) burned out.
  • Breaker is OFF or tripped.
  • Light not properly installed.
  • Wiring error.
Light does not respond to Pico® remote control.
  • FASSTM switch on the dimmer is in the Off position.
  • The dimmer failed to pair with Pico® remote control; see "Pairing the dimmer and Pico® remote control".
  • The dimmer is already at the light level the Pico® remote control is sending.
  • The Pico® remote control is outside the 30 ft (9 m) operating range.
  • The Pico® remote control battery is low.
  • The Pico® remote control battery is installed incorrectly.
Bulbs turn off while being dimmed.
Bulbs turn on at high light level but do not turn on at a low light level.
Bulbs flicker or flash when dimmed to a low light level.

Go to www.casetawireless.com/support for additional troubleshooting suggestions.

Device Ratings

In-wall dimmer: PD-6WCL, 120 V~ 50/60 Hz

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