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Dimmer
P/N 043533 REV A
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Maestro LED+ RF Dimmer
HQRD-PRO & HQRA-PRO
120 V~ 50 / 60 Hz
250 W
500 W
400 VA
LED / CFL
Inc. / Hal. / ELV
MLV
2
Companion Dimmer
(for 3-way wiring)
HQD-RD
120 V~ 50 / 60 Hz 8.3 A
Load Type
LED
If dimming LED or CFL
CFL
MLV
bulbs, they must be Lutron
Transformer
with LEDs
compatible for optimal
ELV
Transformer
performance!
with LEDs
MLV
For the compatible bulb list, please visit
Transformer
www.lutron.com/ledfinder
with Halogen
ELV
Transformer
Help
with Halogen
Incandescent /
Halogen
Use our mobile friendly self-paced
Dimmable
Fluorescent
installation tool:
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- Frequently Asked Questions
1
Neutral is recommended for best dimming performance, if
available, but is not required for this load type.
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2
Minimum load shown is for neutral connected operation. If no neutral
is used, minimum load is 2 LED / CFL bulbs, or 25 W of
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Incandescent / Halogen.
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3
See Section 6C on page 2 of this guide for phase-select instructions.
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Note: For dimming MLV fixtures, the maximum lamp wattage is typically 70%-
85% of the transformer's VA rating. For actual transformer efficiency, contact the
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manufacturer. The total VA rating of the transformer(s) shall not exceed the VA
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rating of the dimmer.
IMPORTANT
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1. CAUTION: Use only with permanently installed fixtures with dimmable
screw-in LED, dimmable self-ballasted compact fluorescent, halogen, or
incandescent lamps. Use only to control the primary side of permanently
installed transformer supplied low-voltage lighting, or in combination with
incandescent lamps. To reduce the risk of overheating and possible damage
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to other equipment DO NOT use to control receptacles, fluorescent lighting
fixtures, non-ballasted or externally ballasted compact fluorescent lamps,
motor operated appliances or transformer supplied appliances.
2. If connecting loads other than Incandescent / Halogen, screw-in CFLs, or
Limited Warranty:
screw-in LEDs, the neutral wire must be connected. See the Load Types and
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Operation chart for more information.
3. Neutral is highly recommended for CFLs.
For FCC/IC information:
4. Install in accordance with all national and local electrical codes.
Please visit: www.lutron.com/fcc-ic
5. When no "grounding means" exist within the wallbox, the NEC
)Lutron, Lutron, Claro, FASS, HomeWorks, LED+, Maestro, Pico, and
404.9 allows a dimmer without a grounding connection to be installed as
a replacement, as long as a plastic, noncombustible wallplate is used. For
Satin Colors are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lutron Electronics
this type of installation, twist a wire connector onto the green ground wire or
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remove the green ground wire on the dimmer and use an ap pro pri ate wallplate
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such as Claro or Satin Colors series wallplates by Lutron.
other countries.
6. Protect the dimmer from dust and dirt when painting or spackling the wall.
All other product names, logos, and brands are property of their
7. This dimmer is not compatible with standard 3-way or 4-way switches. Use
respective owners.
only with Lutron companion dimmers listed above.
8. In any 3-way / 4-way circuit use only one dimmer with up to
9 companion dimmers.
9. Maximum wire length between the dimmer and the farthest companion
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dimmer is 150 ft (45 m).
10. Operate between 32 °F and 104 °F (0 °C and 40 °C).
11. It is normal for the dimmers to feel warm to the touch during operation.
12. Clean the dimmer with a soft damp cloth only. Do not use any chemical cleaners.
13. For indoor use only.
14. Tighten screw terminals securely to 5 in-lb (0.55 N•m).
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Turn power OFF at circuit breaker
Determine wiring configuration
3A
WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD.
May result in Serious Injury or Death. Turn off
power at circuit breaker or fuse before installing.
Load Types and Operation
Maximum Load
Required
Minimum
Middle of
Neutral
Phase
Load
Single Gang End of Gang
Mode
3
Gang
1 bulb
2
250 W
200 W
150 W
Optional
1
Either
1 bulb
2
250 W
200 W
150 W
Optional
1
Forward
Forward
See Application Note #559 (P/N 048559)
at www.lutron.com
Required
No Derating Required
Reverse
400 VA
10 W
No Derating Required
Required
Forward
Line / Hot
(300 W)
10 W
500 W
400 W
300 W
Required
Reverse
120 V~
50/60 Hz
5 W
500 W
400 W
300 W
Optional
Either
2
1
3.3 A
1 ballast
No Derating Required
Required
Forward
(400 VA)
Neutral
3.3 A
(400 W)
1 driver
No Derating Required
Required
Forward
20 drivers
max.
3B
1 interface
3 interfaces No Derating Required
Required
Forward
NOTE: Only one dimmer can be used per circuit.
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Line / Hot
120 V~
50/60 Hz
Neutral
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For lights switched from one location:
Dimmer
Ground wire
(bare or green)
Green wire
HQRD-PRO or
HQRA-PRO
Brass
Blue
Silver
Black
Green
Load
Ground
For lights switched from two locations:
NOTE: Dimmer may be wired on the line side, load side, or in the middle. Neutral has been excluded from this diagram for clarity. Connect Neutral to the
dimmer as required. Up to nine companion dimmers may be used. For additional wiring assistance go to www.lutron.com/wiringwizard
Dimmer OR
Companion
Dimmer
IMPORTANT:
Tag or mark the
common wire on both
existing devices. This
is usually connected to
a darker (or different)
Different-
colored
colored screw than the
Blue
screw
others. This does NOT
include the ground
screw.
Ground wire
(bare or green)
Green wire
Dimmer or
Companion
Dimmer or Companion Dimmer
Dimmer
Brass
Blue
Brass
Blue
Silver
A
Black
Black
Green
Green
Load
Ground
Ground
Fully wrap the wires around the screw and tighten (A), or
strip insulated wires to 1/2 in (13 mm) and insert into the
push-in terminals (B). Solid copper wire only.
Brass
Load
Neutral
Silver
(as required)
Black
Line/Hot
Ground wire
(bare or green)
OR
Brass
A
Black
Marked wire
One to breaker and
one to light(s)
FOR ILLUSTRATION
PURPOSES ONLY
Ground wire
(DO NOT DISCONNECT)
(bare or green)
OR
A
14 / 12 AWG
(1.5 / 4.0 mm
2
)
OR
B
1/2 in
(13 mm)
14 AWG ONLY
(1.5 mm
2
)
Dimmer OR
Companion
Dimmer
Blue
Brass
A
Black
Marked wire
Ground wire
Green wire
(bare or green)
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