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CFL/LED Multi-way Paddle Dimmer
(HDCL-453)
Single-pole or multi-way
applications
Dim LED and CFL lighting for
increased energy savings
On/Off/Preset control
Adjust light output to ideal
levels with slider
Ideal for both commercial and
residential applications
PROJECT
LOCATION/TYPE
Product
Overview
Description
Optional Multi-way Control
The HDCL-453 CFL/LED Paddle Dimmer provides
easy on/off and preset dimming control via a
paddle switch and a low-profile slider. Designed
to replace a standard light switch or dimmer, the
device allows for ideal light levels regardless of
the activity taking place in a room.This provides
versatility and customization for the user to apply to
any setting.
The HDCL-453 dimmer can be used in either singlepole or multi-way applications. In a three-way
application, a HD dimmer is installed in one location
and a three-way switch is installed in the other
location. If additional control locations are required,
one or more four-way switches are installed in
the middle of the circuit. A multi-way installation
provides the user with on/off and dimming control
from the dimmer, and on/off control from the
switch(es).
Operation
Features
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The HDCL-453 CFL/LED Paddle Dimmer brightens
and dims the connected lights when the slider is
moved up and down. As the slider is moved up
towards the top of the product the connected lights
will brighten. As the slider is moved towards the
bottom of the product, the connected lights will dim.
The paddle switches the lights on and off. The lights
will turn back on to the preset level, determined by
the position of the slider.
Applications
• Replaces any standard single-pole or 3-way switch
• Operates compact fluorescent (CFL) and light
emitting diode (LED) loads
• LED for easy location in darkened rooms
• Large paddle switch turns connected load on or off
• Slider control for easy dimming or brightening
• Quickly recalls the last user setting
• No current leakage to load when switch is in off
position for safety
• Choice of six decorator colors (NEMA White,
NEMA Ivory, Almond, Light Almond, Grey and
NEMA Black)
• Compatible with decorator wallplates
The HDCL-453 dimmers are ideal for any space
where dimming control of CFL/LED loads is desired.
Installing paddle dimmers in spaces that may be
used for multiple tasks, such as conference rooms
or living/family rooms, allows users to set the lights
to the most appropriate levels for specific activities.
Additionally, in spaces such as lobbies and entrances
lower light levels—still welcoming for visitors entering a building, but not necessarily at 100% throughout
the entire day—are ideal.
Specifications
Product Controls
• Filtered output for RFI suppression
• For indoor use only
• UL and cUL listed
• Five year warranty
Single-pole Wiring
Load
NEUTRAL
MADE IN CHINA
Cu
STRIP GAGE
4.19"
(106mm)
SINGLE
POLE
AI
#12 - #14 AWG
CU WIRE ONLY
WARRANTY VOID IF OPENED
TURN OFF POWER
On
(HOT)
Dimming
Slider
Calibration
Trimpot
3-WAY
HOT
120V/60Hz
GR
Do not use for
single pole wiring
Off
GROUND
3-way/Multi-way Wiring
1.74"
(44mm)
1.19"
(30mm)
MADE IN CHINA
Cu
STRIP GAGE
SINGLE
POLE
AI
#12 - #14 AWG
CU WIRE ONLY
3-Way
Switch
WARRANTY VOID IF OPENED
Load
TURN OFF POWER
(HOT)
NEUTRAL
3-WAY
HOT
120V/60Hz
GR
GROUND
Compatible Lamps
CFL
LED
Manufacturer
Ecosmart
Feit
Bright Effects
GE
Ordering
Information
Models
ES5CCDF052 (8TC05), ES5M814DIM2
(40114), ES5M10123 (10123), BPESL11R20/
DIM/ESM (2R2014DIM), ES5R315DIM50K
(2R3015DIM), ES5R315DIM35K (2R3015DIM),
ES5R214DIM50K (2R2014DIM)
Models
Ecosmart
ECS 19 WW 120, ECS 25 WW 120, ECS 20 WW
FL 120, ECS 30 WW FL 120, ECS 38 WW FL 120,
(CREE) ECO-575L
Philips
11E26PAR30S-E, 12EPAR30S-E1, 7E26PAR20-E,
3E12B11-E, 7E26A60, 6E26R20, 3E12BA11-E,
8E26A60, 17E26PAR38-E1, 16E26PAR38-E
Sylvania
LED8A/DIM/F/830, LED8/PAR20/DIM/830/
NFL25, LED8/G25/DIM/F/830, LED15/
PAR30LN/DIM/830/NFL25, LED18/PAR38/
DIM/830/NFL25
BPESL15T/DM, BPESL23T/DM
LBP13TC/DM
FLE15HT3/2/DV/SW, FLE26HT3/2/DV/SW,
FLE26/2/DV/R40
Philips
EL/A PAR38 DIM 20W, EL/A R30 DIM 16W,
EL/A R40 DIM 20W, EL/mdT DIM 15W, EL/mdT
DIM 20W
TCP
2R2014DIM, 2R3016DIM, 2R4019DIM, 8A08WH,
8TC05F, 8T03CL, 40114, 40123
Sylvania
CF5EL/DECO/DIM, CF14EL/TWIST/827/DIM,
CF14EL/R20/DIM, CF15EL/BR30/DIM, CF19EL/
BR40/DIM, CF24EL/TWIST/DIM
Halco
CFL15/27/DIM, CFL15/27/R30/DIM, CFL23/27/
DIM, CFL23/27/R40/DIM
Halco
PAR16/6NW/FL/LED2, PAR20/8NW/NFL/LED2,
PAR30/14WW/SP/LED2, PAR38/18WW/FL/LED
Catalog No.
Color
Description
Voltage
Load Rating
HDCL-453-W
White
CFL/LED Multi-way Dimmer
120VAC, 60Hz
10-450W
HDCL-453-I
Ivory
HDCL-453-A
Almond
HDCL-453-LA
Lt. Almond
HDCL-453-G
Grey
HDCL-453-B
Black
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Pub. No. 41401 rev. 8/2013
Manufacturer
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Controls &
Wiring
• 120VAC; 60Hz
• Load rating (CFL, LED): 10-450W
• Use only one dimmer in a 3-way/multi-way
circuit