LUTRON PD-6WCL Caséta Dimmer Pico User Guide

June 16, 2024
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LUTRON PD-6WCL Caséta Dimmer Pico

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Product Information

Specifications:

  • Model: P-DIM-3WAY-WH-C
  • Contents:
    • In-wall dimmer (PD-6WCL)
    • Claro wallplate (CW-1)
    • Pico remote control (PJ2-3BRL)
    • Pico wallplate bracket (PICO-WBX-ADAPT)
    • Wire connectors (3)
    • Screws (2)
  • Works with energy efficient dimmable light bulbs:
    • LED – up to 150 W
    • Halogen – up to 600 W
    • Incandescent – up to 600 W

Product Usage Instructions

Installation for lights with one wall switch (single-pole):

  1. Turn off power at the circuit breaker.
  2. Remove the existing switch from the wall.
  3. Remove the wallplate from the switch.
  4. Disconnect all three wires from the switch.
  5. Connect the bare copper (or green) ground wire from the wallbox to the green wire on the dimmer using a wire connector.
  6. Connect either of the remaining wires from the wallbox to either of the remaining wires on the dimmer using a second wire connector.
  7. Connect the remaining wire from the wall to the remaining wire on the dimmer using a third wire connector.
  8. Mount the dimmer using the provided screws.

Using the dimmer with a smartphone or tablet (hub required, sold separately):

Note: If you are using the dimmer and remote control with another manufacturer’s hub, please refer to that manufacturer’s instructions for set- up.

  1. Download the Lutron app on your smartphone or tablet.
  2. Follow the app’s instructions to set up the dimmer and remote control.

FAQ:

Q: Where can I find a list of compatible dimmable LEDs?
A: You can find a complete list of compatible dimmable LEDs at
www.casetawireless.com/bulblist.

Q: What should I do if my dimmable LED bulbs flicker or turn off?
A: If you’re using dimmable LED bulbs and they flicker or turn off, please visit www.casetawireless.com/lowend
for information on adjusting the dimmer for best bulb performance.

Q: Where can I find installation instructions for lights with more than one switch (3-way)?
A: If your light has more than one switch (called a 3-way), please visit www.casetawireless.com/3way for complete installation instructions and how-to videos.

Pico remote control & in-wall dimmer
Welcome—and thank you for purchasing a Caséta by Lutron dimming kit. In order to control your lights from an app or remote, you’ll need to replace an existing switch with a Caséta by Lutron in-wall dimmer.
Before you install the dimmer, please watch the installation video at www.casetawireless.com/support
We hope you enjoy the convenience of Caséta by Lutron!

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Contents supplied

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Tools you’ll need

Installing your dimmer

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

Turn power off at circuit breaker

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

Important note:

Some lights have one wall switch, while others have two or more wall switches (such as stair lights, which have a switch at both the top and bottom of the stairs). We’ve included instructions for lights with one wall switch (called a single-pole). If your light has more than one switch (called a 3-way),please visit www.casetawireless.com/3way for complete installation instructions and how-to videos.

Remove existing switch from wall

Remove the wallplate from switch.

Remove the switch and pull it away from the wall.

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Disconnect all three wires* from the switch.

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

Remove side sections (if necessary)

Do not remove outside side sections on dimmers at the end of gang.

Important note:
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)

For maximum wattage information when mixing light bulb types see www.casetawireless.com/ganging

Connect 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.

Mount the dimmer

Use the screws provided.

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Attach the wallplate

Attach the adapter to the dimmer using the screws provided and snap on the wallplate.

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(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.)

Turn power on at circuit breaker

Works with energy efficient dimmable light bulbs:

NOTE: You can mix and match dimmable LED, halogen and incandescent light bulbs, with Caséta dimmers.
Dimmable LED light bulbs vary in their dimming performance.
If you’re using these bulbs and they flicker or turn off, please visit www.casetawireless.com/lowend for information on adjusting the dimmer for best bulb performance.
For a complete list of compatible dimmable LEDs, please visit www.casetawireless.com/bulblist

Using your Caséta by Lutron kit

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

Note: If you are using the dimmer and remote control with another manufacturer’s hub, please refer to that manufacturer’s instructions for set- up.

Download the Lutron app

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Launch the Lutron app

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Use the Lutron app to complete ALL remaining steps

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Without a smartphone or tablet
(hub not required)

Pairing the dimmer and Pico remote control

Press and hold “off” button on dimmer

Press and hold “off” button on remote

Changing the favorite light level on the Pico remote control (optional)

You can use the round“favorite” button on the Pico remote control to recall a favorite light level. We’ve set it to 50%, but you can change it to any level you like.

Set desired light level on dimmer

Press and hold “favorite” button on remote

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For advanced features, tips on how to use Caséta dimmers with CFLs and LEDs, the complete Caséta product line, and more, please visit www.casetawireless.com/features

Using your controls

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

Important notes:

  1. For indoor use only.
  2. Operate between 32 ˚F (0 ˚C) and 104 ˚F (40 ˚C).

Device Ratings

  • In-wall dimmer
    • PD-6WCL
    • 120 V~ 50/60 Hz
  • Pico remote control
    • PJ2-3BRL
    • 3 V- 10 mA
    • (1) CR2032 battery (included)

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.

CAUTION: Risk of Fire, Explosion, Leakage, and Burns. Do Not Recharge, Disassemble, Heat Above 212 °F (100 °C) or Incinerate. This product contains a lithium button / coin cell battery. Keep batteries away from children. If a new or used lithium button/coin cell battery is swallowed or enters the body, it can cause severe internal burns and can lead to death in as little as 2 hours. Always completely secure the battery compartment. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product, remove the batteries, and keep the batteries away from children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

The battery in this device contains Perchlorate Material

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

Troubleshooting

Symptoms Probable 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.

• FASS switch on the dimmer is in the Off position.

Light does not respond

to Pico remote control.

| • 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.

| Verify bulbs are marked dimmable and visit www.casetawireless.com/ lowend

for information on adjusting the dimmer for best

bulb performance.

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

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Coopersburg, PA 18036-1299, U.S.A.

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