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Smart Selling. Smart Solutions. Your Guide to Electrical Products

Introduction Leviton is proud to be a leader in the electrical industry. For over 100 years, Leviton has been delivering groundbreaking products that improve electrical safety, provide energy efficiency and cost savings and add convenience and value to our daily lives. This manual has been developed to assist you to better understand the features of Leviton products so you may provide the best customer service possible. It is broken down into the following key product categories: Switches, Dimmers, Motion Sensors, Timers, Fan Speed Controls, Humidity Sensor, Outlets/USB Charger Devices,...

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Switches The history of Leviton switches traces back to Thomas Edison and the dawn of the electrical age. One of the rst manufacturing names in the electrical industry, Leviton switches represent high quality, industry-trusted, essential home devices. Overview Switches are dened by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association® (NEMA®) as “devices used for making, breaking, or changing connections in an electrical circuit”. In other words - switches are used to turn electrical power ON and OFF for lighting or other electrical loads. Electrical switches are a key component in every home...

Leviton has established product grades as a way to clearly define the best application for each product. Always ask customers where they are planning on installing a switch before making a recommendation. ■ Suitable for most household applications - For high traffic areas - Heavy duty steel mounting strap - Impact resistant toggle and frame - Back and side wire terminals for easy installation - Feature rich for the professional or serious DIY'er - Built to function in the most punishing environments - Meets specification requirements in high abuse applications - Easily replaces traditional...

Types of Switches There are four basic types of switches: single-pole, 3-way, 4-way and double pole. Within this group, there are variations and specialty switches which will be explained later in this handbook. Single Pole Controls light(s)/load from one location. 3-Way Controls light(s) from two locations. For example, the ability to turn ON/OFF the same light in a staircase from one location at the bottom of the stairs and another location at the top of the stairs. Two 3-way switches must be used in a 3-way application. 4-Way Controls light(s) from three locations. For example, a room...

Electrical Ratings of Switches Every Leviton switch has an electrical rating indicated on the device. The electrical rating tells you two important things: the voltage and the maximum electrical load. A typical rating for wall switches is 15 Amp 120VAC but there are also 20 Amp and 30 Amp rated switches. Switches are often rated at 120 Volts. However, there are some for dual-voltage use rated at BOTH 120 Volts and 277 Volts. Although 277 Volt electrical service is almost never used in a home, it is very common in commercial facilities like stores, offices and schools. Q Voltage – Generally,...

Components of Switches Figure 1 shows a standard single pole switch and identies components of the device. While there are variations, switches essentially will have all of these elements.

The MOUNTING STRAP is the backbone of the switch. It’s the piece that holds the switch in place within the wallbox and should be sturdy. The PLASTER EARS are part of the mounting strap and help the switch lay ush with the wall. They can also be removed and used as washers under the mounting strap for leveling. The BODY is the back part of the switch. The COVER is the front part of the switch. The ACTUATOR is what is used to switch lights ON/OFF. In this case, the switch has an ordinary toggle, but Decora® decorative switches have a sleek, low-prole rocker. The TERMINAL SCREWS are used to...

Selecting the Right Type of Switch When helping a customer choose the right switch, you must be absolutely certain what type of switch is needed. The best way to nd out is to ask the customer exactly what kind of application the switch is needed for: Q Is it the only switch controlling a particular light or load such as a ventilation fan or garbage disposal? If it is, a single pole switch is needed. Is it one of two switches controlling a light(s)? If it is, a 3-way switch is needed. As a matter of fact, you should recommend the customer buy two 3-way switches, because if one is being...

Single Pole 2 screws 4-Way 4 screws + check the voltage on the strap – are always 120/277 Volt Double-Pole 4 screws + check the voltage on the strap – are always 220 or 240 Volts Switches cannot be interchanged. This means if a customer is replacing a damaged 3-way switch, the new device MUST be another 3-way switch.

Decora® – Replaces traditional switches and add a decorative touch. Available in single pole, 3-way, 4-way and lighted models as well as combination versions to allow two functions from a single device. - Two Switches – controls two separate lights/loads in the same location - Three Switches – controls three separate lights/ loads in the same location - Switch/Outlet – controls a light/load and provides an outlet in the same location - Switch/Guide Light – controls a light/load and LED light automatically turns ON/OFF based on ambient light Combination – Ideal for providing two functions...