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1.  Remove the existing wall plate and switch from the wall.

2. Use voltage tester on the black wires to confirm power to the

  switch is off (recommended).

3. Before disconnecting the wires from the wall, label each with

  the provided wire labels.

 

Neutral and ground wires are required.

 If you don’t have either wire, the C by GE switch

 is not compatible.

4. Disconnect wires and remove existing switch.

 

 

STEP 2

Remove Your Old Switch

Summary of Contents for C-Start

Page 1: ... C Start Smart Switch Installation Guide ...

Page 2: ...LECTRIC SHOCK This product installation requires handling 120 volt wiring Follow each step carefully If any concerns handling wiring hire a qualified electrician Ensure all work meets applicable local and national codes ...

Page 3: ...Download the C by GE app Install your Smart Switch Add your Smart Switch to the C by GE app Simple DIY Setup ...

Page 4: ...Incandescent halogen up to 5 amps Motor up to 1 4HP Compatibility Requirements IMPORTANT NOTE ON 3 WAY WIRING Some lights have one wall switch while others are controlled by two or more wall switches such as stair lights which have a switch at both the top and bottom of the stairs If your lights have more than one switch called a 3 way we ve created instructions for how to install and enable the c...

Page 5: ... Screwdriver Needle Nose Pliers recommended Approximately 30 minutes of your day to install and setup the switch 12 6 3 9 Voltage Tester recommended Switch Wire Labels Line Load Ground Neutral Wall Plate 4 Wire Nuts 4 Phillips Mounting Screws ...

Page 6: ...You Got This And we re here to help For in depth instructional videos and a guided tour through the installation go to cbyge com switch support ...

Page 7: ...tep 1 Turn Off The Power 1 Turn off the power for the switch location at the circuit breaker box 2 Test existing switch by toggling switch on off ensuring lights do not turn on 3 Now follow these setup steps for a single gang switch ...

Page 8: ...m power to the switch is off recommended 3 Before disconnecting the wires from the wall label each with the provided wire labels Neutral and ground wires are required If you don t have either wire the C by GE switch is not compatible 4 Disconnect wires and remove existing switch STEP 2 Remove Your Old Switch ...

Page 9: ...Wire Labels Line Load Ground Ground L in e L o a d Neutral Neutral ...

Page 10: ...t the load red wire on the switch with the load red label wire from the wall 4 Connect the ground green wire on the switch with the ground green label wire from the wall 5 Cap the 3 way multi way traveler wire if applicable For 3 way switch setup visit cbyge com switch support Attention Incorrectly connecting the Neutral or Ground wire from the wall to the Line or Load wire on the switch will dama...

Page 11: ...USING WIRE NUTS 1 Insert wires into wire nut 2 Turn wire nut clockwise 3 Pull gently on wires to test connection 3 4 inch Neutral Ground Load Line ...

Page 12: ...Neatly push the wires back into the box rotating the switch so it s oriented according to the image STEP 4 Fit Wires Into Wall Box Load Ground Line Neutral ...

Page 13: ...ng a Phillips screwdriver and the screws provided secure the switch to the wall until level and flush 2 Screw on the faceplate bracket then snap the faceplate cover onto the bracket STEP 5 Secure The Switch ...

Page 14: ...d and faceplate mounted turn the power back on at the circuit breaker box At the switch the light ring will flash blue indicating the device is wired correctly and the device is in setup mode STEP 6 Turn The Power Back On ON OFF ...

Page 15: ...g 150W LED and 450W incandescent halogen Light ring will not illuminate if wired incorrectly IF LIGHTS DON T TURN ON 1 Check that air gap switch is depressed 2 Check that power to the switch is on at the breaker 3 Turn power off at the breaker return to the switch to confirm the wires are securely and properly wired according to the installation guide 4 Go to cbyge com switch support for more trou...

Page 16: ...You ve completed the Smart Switch installation Next Download the C by GE app Setup your Alexa or Google voice assistant optional Add your Smart Switch to the C by GE app Congratulations ...

Page 17: ...urn off the living room Alexa turn on the bedroom Alexa set kitchen to 50 Google Assistant To setup open the Google Assistant or Google Home app search for the C by GE action follow the setup instructions Try this Hey Google turn on the lights Hey Google good morning Hey Google I m leaving Enable Your Voice Assistant ...

Page 18: ...ce to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connecte...

Page 19: ...ent complies with IC RSS 102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 8 inches from all persons and must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter CAUTION To reduce the risk of overheating and possible damage to other equipment do not install to contr...

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