POWDER WATTS PW240 Switch Instruction Manual

POWDER WATTS PW240 Switch

Product Information

• The PW240 is a switch designed for smart switching operation. It communicates with the Powder Watts Smart Hub, which is required for its operation. This switch requires handling of high voltage wiring and should only be installed by a qualified electrician. It is compatible with a 30 amp circuit with a minimum of 10 gauge wire and can support up to 8 gauge wire. It also requires an upstream GFEP circuit breaker.
• The PW240 has the following rating:
  • Cat. No. PW240
  • ANSI/NEMA Config and Electrical Rating: 5-30 R 30A, 240V
• The package includes the PW240 switch, mounting lugs (2), mounting screws (2), and closure plugs (4). To install the switch, you will need a Phillips head #2 screwdriver, flat head screwdriver, voltmeter, non-contact voltage sensor, and pliers (optional).

Product Usage Instructions

1. Turn off your circuit breakers to ensure safety and avoid fire, personal injury, or death. If breakers are not labeled, turn off the master breaker.
2. Before proceeding with the installation, confirm that the wires are not hot using both a voltmeter and a non-contact voltage sensor.
3. Prepare the installation location by removing any old devices (e.g., thermostat, timer, or switch) if applicable. Carefully disconnect wires attached to the existing switch or run wire to the installation location.
4. Disassemble the PW240 by opening the clear cover and removing the four screws from the black housing. Gently disconnect the ribbon cable that holds two assemblies together – the gang box (containing the high power electronic board) and top cover (containing the low power electronic board).
5. Attach the mounting lugs by screwing them into the rear of the closure housing. Mount the closure to your preferred location using the lug holes. Avoid over-tightening the screws to prevent damage or stripping.
6. Route the input wire to the input terminals and attach the supply (input) ground wire to the ground screw. Ensure the connections are as follows: Input, Load, Ground.
7. Insert wires into terminals and tighten the screws to a torque value of 3IN/LB. Tighten the contact screws to secure the wires in place. Connect the ground wire using the ground screw closest to the input contacts.
8. Reconnect the ribbon cable and reassemble the PW240 by screwing the assembly back together using the four 2-inch screws.
9. Perform a safety check by ensuring all wires are properly connected, there are no loose strands, and all screws are tightened.
10. Turn on the power at the circuit breaker.
11. Test the PW240 by pressing the power button. A green LED indicates that the relay has been turned on.
12. Installation is complete! Download the Powder Watts app and log in to your installer account to register the device as part of a Powder Watts Smart Roof system.

WARNING: This switch should only be installed by a qualified electrician. This product requires handling of high voltage wiring. Please turn off your circuit breaker and follow instructions carefully.
Turn off your circuit breakers and follow safety precautions in order to avoid fire, personal injury, or death.

REQUIREMENTS

The PW240 communicates with the Powder Watts Smart Hub and this Hub is required for the smart switching operation of the PW240.

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

PW240, Mounting lugs (2), Mounting screws (2), closure plugs (4)

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

Phillips head #2 screwdriver, flat head screwdriver, voltmeter, non-contact voltage sensor, and pliers (optional).

COMPATIBILITY

PW240 requires a 30 amp circuit with a minimum of 10 gauge wire and can support up to 8 gauge wire. Requires an upstream GFEP circuit breaker.

RATING

Cat. No.

| ANSI/NEMA Config and Electrical Rating
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PW240

| 5-30 R

30A, 240V

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION

• TURN OFF YOUR BREAKERS
  Turn off the circuit breaker. If breakers aren’t labeled, turn off the master breaker. Before proceeding – confirm wires are not hot with both a voltmeter and a non-contact voltage sensor.

• PREPARE INSTALLATION LOCATION
  Remove old device (such as a thermostat, timer, or switch, if applicable). Carefully disconnect wires attached to the existing switch or run wire to the installation location.

• DISASSEMBLE THE PW240
  Open the clear cover and set the plastic bag aside. Remove the four screws from the black housing. Gently disconnect the ribbon cable that holds two assemblies together – the gang box (containing the high power electronic board) and top cover (containing the low power electronic board).

• ATTACH MOUNTING LUGS
  Open the plastic bag that was set aside on the previous step. The plastic bag has lugs, screws, and closure plugs. Screw in the contacts to the rear of the closure housing. Gently mount the closure to your preferred location using the lug holes. To avoid damage to the metal or possible stripping, be sure not to over torque these screws.

• IDENTIFY & STRIP WIRES
  You should see 3 types of wires in your wall: Line (Black) • Neutral (White) • Ground (Green or Bare Copper). Be sure your wires have a ½ inch stripped at the end of each wire. If using stranded wire, ensure that all strands are properly fastened to the connector.

• FEED INPUT CABLES THROUGH BOX
  Route the input wire to the input terminals. Attach the supply (input) ground wire to the ground screw. Here is what the connection should look like:

• INSERT WIRE AND TIGHTEN SCREWS
  Insert wires into terminals. Tighten the screws to a proper torque value of 3IN/LB. Tighten the contact screws so that the wire stays in place. Be sure to also connect the ground wire by using the ground screw closest to the input contacts. Use a flathead screwdriver to tighten the terminal screws.

• INSERT HEAT CABLE WIRES
  Insert stripped wire into terminal (recommended 0.32 in. or 8 mm). Use a #2 screwdriver to tighten to 16Ibg-in (1.8Nm). Tighten the contact screws so that the wire stays in place. To make feeding the heat cable wires into the box and controller easier, we recommend temporally twisting them all together, then folding them over back onto themselves fully about 4 inches up – this will result in a hook-like shape that you can then insert, twist and they will pop up though the channel. Please carefully wind all of the strands together using your fingers in a twisting motion. It is important to be sure that no strands of wire are hanging free and not secured by the screw/ lugs. Free strands of wire not secure can lead to shorts and are dangerous. Be sure to also connect the ground wire by using the ground screw closest to the load contacts. Use a proper• screwdriver to tighten the terminal screws.

• RECONNECT RIBBON CABLE AND REASSEMBLE
  Reconnect the ribbon cable and screw the assembly back together using the (4) 2-inch screws that were removed during disassembly.

• SAFETY CHECK
  Double check all wires, look for loose strands, and make sure all screws are tightened.

• POWER ON SYSTEM
  Return to circuit breaker and turn on power.

• TEST YOUR PW240
  Test PW240 by firmly pressing the power button. Green LED indicates the relay has been turned on.

• INSTALLATION COMPLETE! Download the Powder Watts app and login to your installer account to register the device as part of a Powder Watts Smart Roof system.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

RESET LED

Red – Fast Blink

|

Failed connection can’t connect to hub

Red – Slow Blink| Setup process failed
Blue – Slow Flash| Identifies the device

TROUBLESHOOTING

• To factory reset your PW240, hold the reset button for 15 seconds.
• For commonly asked questions about the PW240, visit  PowderWatts.com/PW240FAQ
• For patent information, visit powderwatts.com/patent
• For support, please reach out to Support@PowderWatts.com
• We are here to help! PowderWatts.com
• Don’t forget to scan the QR code in the Powder Watts app as part of setting up the Powder Watts system before leaving the site of this switch.

POWER LED

FCC Statement

• 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.
• This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
  1. This device may not cause interference.
  2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
• This equipment complies with FCC radiation ex.posure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF ex.posure compliance. This transmitter must be at least 20 cm from the user and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
• The information in this guide may change without notice. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this guide.
• Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

ISED Statement

• This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. 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 of the device.
• Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment compl ies with the IC RSS-102 radiat ion e.:posure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

References

• Powder Watts – Saving Terawatts – Saving Green
• Patent – Powder Watts
• PW240 Switch – Powder Watts

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