LC301Z and LC301ZP Installation Guide
Commissioning Instructions
The following steps assume that the Home Area Network (HAN)
coordinator (ZIP Connect broadband gateway or ZigBee smart meter) has
been commissioned but not yet provisioned for the LC301:
1)
Turn on the circuit breaker and observe the green heartbeat
indicator on the LC301 to verify that it has been energized.
Confirm that the load is also energized. Note: If the load switch
has been configured with the cold Load pickup feature, the load
will remain off for up to 3 minutes before being energized.
2)
Open the LC301 cover and locate the blinking red indicator light
and the reset button on the circuit board. Next, locate the load
type in the Load Type Table on page 2 and note the
corresponding number of flashes.
Description
The LC301Z is a Load Control Switch compliant with ZigBee Smart
Energy Profile 1.0. It can be used with typical wired 120V, 208V and
240V loads up to 30A or 1½ HP. Compatible loads include pool
pumps, water heaters, baseboard heaters and HVAC compressors.
The LC301ZP adds remote power monitoring capabilities.
Reset button
Mounting Instructions
Securely mount the LC301 where it will not be subject to physical
damage, the access door can be opened, and the indicators are
visible. Observe the directional arrow on the LC301 label for mounting
orientation. The LC301 is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
For basement installations, mount the LC301 as high as possible.
In many cases the LC301 can be mounted closely enough to the load
that an additional junction box can be avoided. If an attached junction
box is to be used, remove knockouts and make other modifications
before attaching the LC301 in order to avoid physical shocks.
Red Indicator Light
3)
Press and hold the reset button. After two seconds, it will begin
flashing once, then twice, then three times, etc. Release the
reset button once the required number of flashes is seen. Verify
that the indicator light repeatedly flashes back the same pattern,
repeating this step if necessary.
4)
Provision the system for the LC301. This may require a call to a
call center, or data entry into an installer portal. Provisioning
requires the MAC address and install code of the LC301 which
can be found on the LC301 carton, as well as on the device
circuit board next to the reset button.
5)
Observe the load switch. Once a green indicator light
illuminates continuously, the device has been commissioned.
If this does not happen within 4 minutes, check the provisioning
information and repeat steps 4 and 5.
In all cases, follow National and Local Electrical Codes.
Wiring Instructions
Turn off the circuit breaker at the panel to avoid electrical
shock. Use a voltmeter to verify that the circuit is dead.
The two BLACK wires are the power input leads and can be
connected to any voltage within the specified range (line-to-line or lineto-neutral). The two YELLOW wires connect to a 30 amp normally
closed relay usually used for high-voltage loads. These should be
connected in series with one of the line connections of the load (never
the neutral connection).
Where there is a local disconnect, it is recommended that the LC301
be connected before (i.e. on the panel side) of the disconnect, such
that it remains energized when the disconnect is turned off.
Troubleshooting
Issue
Resolution
LC301 does not energize
(all indicators off)
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Check supply wiring.
Confirm that the circuit breaker and any additional disconnects are turned on.
Load does not appear to
be energized and the
RED indicator is OFF
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Check load wiring.
Confirm that the circuit breaker and any additional disconnects are turned on.
Check the equipment for a power switch and make sure that it is turned on.
If there is a thermostat or other control system, confirm that it is in the correct mode and calling for the load to operate
Load is not energized
and the RED indicator is
ON
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The Cold Load Pickup feature may be engaged. Wait three minutes for the random power-up delay to expire.
A Direct Load Control Event may be in progress. Check with your utility or service provider to see if one is active.
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Check the HAN coordinator to ensure it is connected. Where this is a ZIP Connect or other gateway device, ensure that
it is powered-up and connected to the internet.
Some AMI systems may take minutes or even hours to transmit provisioning data to the meter. In this case,
commissioning would also be delayed. Broadband-based commissioning should occur within two minutes.
If provisioning delays have been accounted for and the LC301 still has not been commissioned, check the MAC
Address and Install Code from the device label and repeat the commissioning process from step 3.
The LC301 has a powerful 100mW radio that works in most residential settings. In some situations where the distance
between the HAN coordinator and the LC301 is greater than 50’ or 15m and there are interfering obstacles, a Range
Extender device may be needed. Contact Energate for details. (Note: the Energate Pioneer Z100 thermostat acts as a
Range Extender)
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LC301 will not
commission
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Typical 208V / 240V installation (with disconnect)
Typical 120V installation (without disconnect)
LC301
LC301
Supply
Load
Supply
Load
(black)
(yellow)
(black)
(yellow)
Line
Supply
Line
Supply
Load
Line
Neutral
Load
Disconnect
(if present)
Indicator Light Key
Green (Blinking) Device heartbeat
Green (Solid)
Communication Link is Active
Yellow (Flashing) Opt-Out of a currently executing DLC event
Yellow (Solid)
Identify command received
Red (Solid)
Relay is open (load disconnected)
Specifications
Electrical:
Supply Voltage: 85 to 250 VAC
Supply Power: 4W Max
Load Voltage: 85 to 250VAC
Maximum Load: 30A or 1½ HP
Product Conformity
This equipment is RoHS compliant.
This equipment, if installed in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, complies with the limits pursuant to Part
15 of FCC rules.
Environmental:
Storage: -40 to +85 ºC
Operating: -30 to +65 ºC
Humidity: 10% to 95% non-condensing
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Communications:
Frequency: 2405 to 2480 MHz
Transmitter Power: +20 dBm (100mW)
Receiver Sensitivity: -102 dBm
Contains Radio Module FCC ID: WUR-RM30; Industry Canada:
8022A-RM30.
The LC301 load switches must be installed consistent with
local codes and by a trained professional such as a
licensed electrician. Local building codes vary and it is the
responsibility of the installer to ensure that this device is installed
prudently on circuits not exceeding 30 amps and consistent with
local codes using appropriate tools and goods for a safe installation.
Exercise particular care in joining stranded and solid conductors
together using a properly-sized connector listed by UL specifically
for this purpose.
This equipment conforms to UL916 as certified by ETL.
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 to a different circuit.
Load Type Table
# of flashes
Device Class
1
2
Factory defaults
HVAC compressor, furnace, A/C and strip/baseboard
heaters
Simple misc. (Residential On/Off) loads
Water Heater
Pool Pump/Spa/Jacuzzi
Lighting
Electric Vehicle
3
4
5
6
7
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