Salus SC428ZW Installation & User Manual Download Page 1

 In The Box

Installation/ 

User Guide

SC428ZW 

SmartPlug

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Safety Instructions

Read these instructions carefully before installing and using the 

Z-Wave SmartPlug and keep this guide in a safe place for future 

reference. 

 • Verify compatibility with your home network before  

     installation.

 • Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of your 

     home network regarding the addition of devices to your 
     connected home system. An authorized, qualified installer 
     may be required.

Salus accepts no responsibility for damage caused 

by not following these instructions.

Product Introduction

The Salus Z-Wave SmartPlug switch is a connected AC switch 

that is compatible with Z-Wave networks.  This device provides 

ON/OFF control and measures the power/energy consumption 

of the attached AC appliance. Key features include:

 • Quick and easy installation
 • Support for Z-Wave connected home networks
 • Support for loads up to 15Amps (resistive).
 • SmartStart functionality using the QR code on the device. 

SmartStart enabled products can be added into a Z-Wave 

network by scanning the Z-Wave QR Code present on the 

product with a controller providing SmartStart inclusion. No 

further action is required and the SmartStart product will be 

added automatically within 10 minutes of being switched on in 

the network vicinity.
Compliance Note:  

This product can be operated in any 

Z-Wave network with other Z-Wave certified devices from other 

manufacturers. All AC powered nodes within the network will act as 

repeaters regardless of vendor to increase reliability of the network. 

act as signal repeaters regardless of manufacturer.

Note:

 Additional equipment may be required due to building 

construction or materials, or other radio interference that may 

reduce the radio range. 

 

Item

Description

Plug

NEMA 5-15 (Type B) plug. Compatible with US 

and Canadian 120VAC/15A electrical outlets

Socket

NEMA 5-15 (Type B) outlet. Compatible with 

US/Canadian 120VAC/15A electrical plugs

Multi Button

Multi-function user input button: Pair, Rejoin, 

Factory Defaults, and On/Off

Hidden LED

Red/Green LED status indicator

Controls and Indicators

  

Add (Include) a device to a network

 • Refer to the instructions for your Z-Wave certified controller to 

     add a device to the Z-Wave network.

 • Locate the Device Specifi Key (DSK) label located on the back 

     (plug side) of the SmartPlug. Scan QR code to obtain DSK.

 • Plug the SmartPlug switch into an AC outlet at the desired 

     location to account for any radio interference.

 • Press the Multi Button once to initiate adding the device to the 

     network.

Remove (Exclude) a device from a network

 • Refer to the instructions for your Z-Wave certified controller to 

     remove a device to the Z-Wave network.
•  Press the Multi Button once to remove the switch from the 
     network.

Using the Switch

Note: 

After being plugged in, there is a slight delay before the 

SmartPlug switch starts measuring energy and responding to the 

button or remote commands.

Turn Off/On

 • Press the Multi Button to toggle the SmartPlug switch between 

     Off and On.
Reset to Factory Defaults

 • Press and hold the Multi Button for more than 10  seconds.  

     The amber LED will be illuminated for 2 seconds while it searches
     for the network. Please use this procedure only when the network
     primary controller is missing or otherwise inoperable. 

Socket

Plug

Hidden LED

Multi 

Button

531ESZA2AP1AC10 

Troubleshooting

Will Not Pair

 • Radio interference is present at the desired location.

    1. Relocate the Z-Wave receiver,
    2. Select a different location for the switch, or
    3. Add a Z-Wave repeater to the system.
Loss of Connection After Pairing

 • Make sure Z-Wave receiver is operating
 • Radio environment may have changed:

    1. Reset to factory defaults to search for a better path.
    2. Apply radio interference solutions above.
No Appliance Power When Switch LED is On

 • Make sure the attached appliance switch is on.
 • Make sure the appliance can be controlled via the  

    AC supply. 
Note: 

Appliances with “soft” on/off buttons cannot be turned on by 

turning the AC supply ON.

 

Specifications

Power up without Network Red LED flashes 5 times in 

0.5 sec. on/0.5 sec. off

Power up with Network

Red LED flashes 5 times in 

0.2 sec. on / 0.1 sec. off

Relay is ON

Green LED

Relay is OFF

Red LED

Factory Reset

Amber LED for 2 seconds

Overcurrent Protection

Flashing Green 

0.2 sec on / 0.2 sec. off

Operating 

Conditions

32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)  

< 90% humidity (non-condensing)

Storage 

Conditions

-4°F to 185°F (-20°C to 85°C)  

< 90% humidity (non-condensing)

Protocols 

Supported

Z-Wave

RF Frequency 908.42MHz, ISM band

Input

/-10%, 60 Hz

Maximum 

Switch Current 15 Amp resistive

Dimensions 

(w x h x d)

Including Plug:  

2.13” x 1.46” x 2.32” (54 x 37 x 59 mm) 

Not including plug: 

2.13” x 1.46” x 1.49” (54 x 37 x 38mm)

Z-Wave SmartPlug (SC428ZW)

Installation/User Guide

Basic Set Command

Basic Set (0x00) = Binary Switch Set (0x00)
Basic Set (0xFF) = Banary Switch Set (0xFF)
Basic Get = Binary Switch Get
Basic Report = Binary Switch Report

DSK Label

(located on 

back)

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