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both INSTEON and X10 commands
My light only turns off
when I tap the paddle
top on SwitchLinc, but I
can brighten and dim it
You may have removed an
INSTEON device that your
S
witchLinc is trying to operate
SwitchLinc is retrying the
missing INSTEON device
If the INSTEON device is still available, unlink it
from SwitchLinc. See Removing SwitchLinc as
Perform a factory reset. See Factory Reset.
on SwitchLinc, it takes a
long time for other
INSTEON responders to
You may have removed an
INSTEON device that your
SwitchLinc is trying to operate.
SwitchLinc is retrying the
missing INSTEON device
If the INSTEON device is still available, unlink it
from SwitchLinc. See Removing SwitchLinc
Relay as an INSTEON Responder.
Perform a factory reset. See Factory Reset.
SwitchLinc doesn't
respond to X10 address
A1 when I first set it up
-only
products, SwitchLinc does not
have an X10 address set up at
the factory
Set up an X10 address. See Adding an X10
Address.
The load is buzzing
when on or dim
The dimming component
inside SwitchLinc "chops" the
powerline sine wave to reduce
the power
The buld filaments are vibrating. Use rough-
service, 130V or appliance-grade bulbs to
Run SwitchLinc in “full-on” mode or switch to a
non-dimming SwitchLinc On/Off Relay.
SwitchLinc is locked up
A surge or excessive noise on
the powerline may have
glitched it
Pull the Set button on SwitchLinc all the way
out to create an air gap, wait 10 seconds, then
push it back in until it’s flush with the trim frame
(don't push it all the way in).
If the above doesn't work, perform a factory
reset. See Factory Reset.
SwitchLinc is getting
warm to the touch
It is normal for wall dimmers to
feel warm, but not hot
SwitchLinc Dimmer will dissipate about 1W per
100W controlled. Using metal wall boxes,
removing insulation around the box or
controlling a smaller load can lessen the heat.
my responder, but
nothing happens when I
send an ON command
e linked
Relink your responder to SwitchLinc, while the
responding device is on
My controller can turn off
SwitchLinc, but
SwitchLinc does not turn
on when I send an ON
command from my
SwitchLinc may be linked at its
off
state
Relink SwitchLinc to your controller, while the
load is on
After wiring in
SwitchLinc, the unit lets
out a continuous beep
SwitchLinc is issuing an error
beep because the unit is wired
incorrectly
Turn off the circuit breaker and try reinstalling
SwitchLinc. If you are still experiencing an error
beep, consult an electrician to help you install
SwitchLinc trips the Arc
Fault Circuit Interrupter
(AFCI)
The AFCI might be too
sensitive
Replace your AFCI with a less sensitive brand
or model from a hardware store with a
customer-friendly return policy. SwitchLinc
modules do not trip when used with the
