INSTALLATION:
[Make sure power is off at the breaker panel!]
Module - The trickiest part is the installation of the module that goes in the fan canopy especially on a sloped ceiling. On a sloped ceiling, the knob of the fan downrod may encroach into the gap between the mounting bracket and canopy because of the angle, thus not allowing the module to fit. There is a special enlarged canopy & bracket kit (which comes in various finishes) available at most hardware stores that provides a dedicated pocket (space) in the bracket for remote modules. 5 wires-neutral, live, fan, light, ground.
Switch - You'll need to remove the Lutron cover plate in order to screw the switch into the switch box. To do this, GENTLY and EVENLY pry from the sides the cover plate off, or on the back move slightly the 4 tabs (2 on each side) that's holding the cover plate to separate it from the housing. Once done, 2 screws will be exposed. Remove these screws to detach the switch from the cover plate ring. Once the 3 house wires are installed onto the switch, mount it in the box. If you're installing it in a ganged box (multi-switches) the cover plate ring and Lutron cover plate are no longer necessary since the ganged box cover plate will be used. Otherwise re-screw the ring back on and snap the Lutron cover plate back on.
The wiring diagram and instructions are very detailed. Read and understand them before starting.
OPERATION: Press either the fan or light button and it returns to the last setting before it was turned off. Tiny LED lights on the left indicates the level of lighting or fan speed. Make sure the light pull-chain of the fan fixture is on and the fan pull-chain is on the highest setting. When you're done and everything works, you can detach the chains.
If it doesn't work, try resetting the system. Near the bottom of the switch there is a small fuse-like tab. Pull it out with your fingernail, wait 10 seconds, then push it back in to reset the system.
Will need to know how the dimmable feature performs on LED or dimmable fluorescent bulbs.
*UPDATE - installed a dimmable LED bulb. Works great! No humming. (Although LEDs are more expensive, unlike CFLs & incandescents, they have no mercury. The 13.5w LED I bought is comparable to a 60w incandescent and 13w CFL. It's rated double the life hrs than the CFL. LED prices are dropping. Couldn't resist to try this bulb since the big box store had a good sale going on).
Regarding the Maestro, was so pleased with it, I bought 2 more for other rooms. To date, 3/15/13, no issues.
*OPERATION UPDATE
(1)Highest Setting: When turning on, to by-pass the light or fan returning back to the last setting in order to go to the highest setting, tap the button twice.
(2) Slow Countdown Turn Off: Press and hold the button until the light ON the switch drops to the lowest setting. The light on the switch will then blink fast and then start ascending at each level. Pick the setting where you want the countdown-to-off to begin by then releasing the button. The higher the setting, the more time you have before the system turns off. The light on the switch will blink about 19 or 20 times at each stage on the switch as it descends.
| Current Rating | 1 Amps |
|---|---|
| Operating Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Brand | Lutron |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 1.5 x 2.2 x 4.75 inches |
| Circuit Type | single_pole |
| Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi |
| Color | Almond |
| Wattage | 300 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Lutron |
| Part Number | MA-LFQHW-AL |
| Item Weight | 0.8 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 1.5 x 2.2 x 4.75 inches |
| Item model number | MA-LFQHW-AL |
| Style | MA-LFQHW-AL |
| Voltage | 120 |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Type of Bulb | Halogen |
| Special Features | Single Pole Dimmer |
| Included Components | Ma 1A Fan/300W Lt Sp Sf |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
