INSTEON OutletLinc Relay (2473SWH) Manual - Manual (Page 5)

OutletLinc Owner’s Manual
Preparing to Install OutletLinc
CAUTION
Read and understand these instructions before installing and retain them for future reference.
OutletLinc is intended for installation in accordance with the National Electric Code and local regulations
in the United States or the Canadian Electrical Code and local regulations in Canada. Use indoors only.
OutletLinc is not designed nor approved for use on power lines other than 120V 60Hz, single phase.
Attempting to use OutletLinc on non-approved power lines may have hazardous consequences.
Prior to installing OutletLinc, please review the entire installation procedure and take the following
precautions:
• Use indoors or in a properly insulated and weatherproof electrical box only
• Be sure that you have turned off the circuit breaker or removed the fuse for the circuit you are
installing OutletLinc in. Installing OutletLinc with the power on will expose you to dangerous
voltages.
• Connect only copper or copper-clad wire to OutletLinc
• OutletLinc may feel warm during operation. The amount of heat generated is within approved
limits and poses no hazards. To minimize heat buildup, ensure that the area surrounding the rear
of OutletLinc has adequate ventilation by clearing away excess insulation.
• OutletLinc requires a small amount of power to operate, which it receives from a connection to
the NEUTRAL electrical wire (usually white). If you are replacing a standard outlet with
OutletLinc, the outlet you are replacing may not normally have a connection to the NEUTRAL
wire. However, most junction boxes will contain a NEUTRAL wire that you can connect OutletLinc
to. If the junction box does not contain a NEUTRAL wire, please contact the INSTEON Gold
Support Line or consult an electrician.
• Each OutletLinc is assigned a unique INSTEON ID, which is printed on the device’s label. It is
recommended that you prepare a list of all the devices you are installing, including their
INSTEON ID and their location (e.g., 01.F7.G5, Mike’s bedroom light). It is only necessary to
know the INSTEON IDs if you will be using optional automation software (such as Smarthome’s
HouseLinc) to program and control your devices. However, it will be helpful to have a list of your
devices, should you choose to use automation software later. Creating a list prior to installation
will prevent you from needing to re-open all the junction boxes and fixtures to determine the
INSTEON IDs.
• Don’t stack INSTEON devices together by plugging them into one another. Stacked devices may
overheat and stop functioning. Also avoid using the top outlet on OutletLinc for other heat-
generating power supplies.
IMPORTANT!
If you are not knowledgeable about and comfortable with electrical circuitry, you should have a qualified
electrician install OutletLinc for you. If you have any questions, please consult an electrician or call:
INSTEON Gold Support Line
800-762-7845
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