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Multi-Load Slide Dimmer Wallstation
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Overview
The Multi-Load Slide Dimmer provides full-range classic linearslide dimming for 300W dimmable CFL and LED as well as 600W
Incandescent, Halogen, Dimmable Fluorescent, Electronic LowVoltage & Magnetic Low-Voltage light sources. The preset “ON/
OFF” switch automatically returns controlled light(s) to a preset
level without disturbing the brightness level. The device is designed
for both Single-Pole (one location) and 3-Way (multi-location)
applications, and features a fixed Rapid Start setting that provides
a very short power burst to ensure lamp start-up at low dim settings.
Features
Preset feature allows user to return to previous light level when
turning lights ON
Integrated full-slide control for easy, precise operation
Device can be wired into either 3-Way location (load side or line
side)
Neutral is not required for installation of device
Adjustable low-level trim setting for optimal lamp compatibility
Radio Frequency Interface filtering is standard on all models
Electrostatic discharge protection
Compatible with any decorator wallplate or screwless decorator
wallplate
Compatible with most dimmable LED and CFL lamps
Fixed Rapid Start feature ensures lamp start-up even at low dim
levels

Multi-Load Slide Dimmer Wallstation


September 2015
Specifications
Wiring Diagrams
Switch Type
Environment
Single-pole and 3-way
Flammability: Meets UL 94 requirements;
V2 rated
Temperature Rating: -20ºC to 70ºC (-4°F to
158°F)
Electrical
Rating: 120V/AC, 60 Hz
Light Intensity Control: Full-range,
continuously variable dimming
Dimming Performance: Square Law
Dimming curve. Solid State Dimming
Surge Protection: Meets ANSI/IEEE Std.
C62.41-1980, tested to withstand voltage
surges up to 6000V and current surges of up
to 200A without damage
Radio Frequency Interference: Designed
to reduce interference with radio, audio and
video equipment
Power-failure
Memory: Light returns to same
Single-Pole Wiring
Diagram
level prior to power interruption
INC, HAL, LED/CFL, FLR, MLV, ELV
Lamp Ratings:
Green300W
or Bare Dimmable LED/CFL
600W Incandescent, Halogen, Dimmable
Fluorescent, Electronic Low-Voltage,
Magnetic
Low-Voltage
BK Black
Hot
Black Thumbwheel
Mechanical
Wiring Types:
Single-Pole and 3-Way
Slider
LED Indicators:
Load status indicator
YL
Line
Voltage Ratings: Permanently
marked on
120V AC - 60 Hz
device
Standards
cULus Listed to UL1472, file no.E472273
Load
NOM Certified
White
Single-Pole Wiring Diagram
INC, HAL, LED/CFL, FLR, MLV, ELV
3-Way Wiring
INC, HAL, LED
Green or Bare
TOP
BK
Black Thumbwheel
Black
Hot
Slider
YL
Line
120V AC - 60 Hz
Load
White
Load
Neutral
NOTE: Location of terminal screws are color-coded with “BK”or “YL”.
NOTE: 3-way switc
3-Way Wiring Diagram
INC, HAL, LED/CFL, FLR, MLV, ELV
Green or Bare
TOP
Neutral
NOTE:Chart
Location of terminal screws are color-coded with “BK”or “YL”.
De-Rating
LED/CFL
INC, HAL, ELV
MLV
FLR
600W Models
1-Gang
2-Gang
3-Gang +
300W max.
300W max.
300W max.
600W max.
600W max.
600W max.
600VA max.
600VA max.
600VA max.
See Ballast Performance Data pages
BK
3-WAY
SWITCH
YL
YL
Black
Thumbwheel
TOP
DIMMER
Travellers
YL
Tag
BK
Black
YL
Load
Hot
Slider
Line
120V AC - 60 Hz
White
Neutral
NOTE: 3-way switch must be used at the other location.
Ordering
*Wallplate not included
For ordering devices, include Catalog # followed by the color code:
BK (Black), GY (Gray), LA (Light Almond), V (Ivory), W (White)
Catalog #
Description
Colors
WBSD-SLD-*
Slide Dimmer, Single-Pole/3-Way
Preset, Multi-Load
BK, GY, LA,
V, W
Refer to Screwless Wallplate Spec Sheet for ordering information at
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