How do I find the model number of my Lutron?

How do I find the model number of my Lutron?

With Lutron dimmers/ switches the model number can be located on the side of the device on a white label. If you are unable to find the white label on the side of the dimmer, there are a select few devices where the model number would be stamped on the front of the yoke.

What does CL stand for in dimmers?

To work around this, Lutron has come up with dimmers called C.L dimmers that work with both CFL and LED bulbs that are dimmable. The “C” in C.L stands for CFL and the “L” stands for LED.

What is the red wire on a Lutron dimmer switch?

The Red is typically the switched load and should be connected to the light black (not the black from the circuit panel). The black light load wire should not have voltage to neutral when disconnected and the circuit breaker is on.

How do I know if I have a ELV dimmer?

To determine if you have an ELV or MLV fixture, look at the transformer (sometimes installed in the institution, on the ceiling, or elsewhere) or the instructions that came with the fixture. You may not be able to tell if it’s an ELV or MLV fixture from the bulbs installed.

How do I know what type of dimmer switch I have?

If you already have light bulbs and are looking for a dimmer switch, find the product page for the bulbs and check the PDF for a list of compatible dimmers to choose from. The specific dimmer compatibility information will always be with the bulbs rather than with the dimmer.

Do Lutron switches use wifi?

NO Lutron Caséta products do not utilize your wifi or the internet to communicate within your home. All Caséta devices communicate via Lutron’s Clear Connect wireless protocol. This allows you to operate your lights from within your home even if the internet or wifi are not working.

Do Lutron switches need a hub?

In Conclusion. While your Lutron Caseta doesn’t need a “hub” or bridge, having one gives you access to your light switch’s full suite of smart features. Getting a hub allows you to connect your device to the internet, putting the “smart” in “smart switch.”

Can you have 2 dimmers on a 3-way switch?

When using a 3-way dimmer switch, you should only have one dimmer on the circuit. The other switches (you can have more than one) must be on-off switches only.

Do LED lights need ELV dimmer?

While most integrated LEDs require an ELV dimmer, some European brands use the 0-10 volt system.

  • July 30, 2022