Lutron NT-1503P-WH, NTF-103P-277-WH Installation Manual

Incandescent Dimmers NT-Series

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Multigang Installation

Multiple controls can be installed in a multigang wallbox or a series
of interconnected wallboxes for a clean, consolidated appearance.
Lutron® multigang faceplates are available to complete the installation.
Refer to instruction sheet supplied with multigang faceplates for
installation.
For new installations, controls can be ganged without removing side
sections, but, to reduce the size of the multigang installation or to fit
existing wallboxes, inner side sections must be removed. Because
side sections are designed to dissipate heat, removing them derates
the capacity of the control.
Note: When ganging any combination of small and large controls,
place all small controls on one end of the gang and all large controls
on the other. Use the chart below to determine the size and rating of
each control.

Control Size and Derating Chart

Control No Sides 1 Side 2 Sides
Model Size Removed Removed Removed

NT-600 S 600 W 500 W 300 W
NT-1000 S 1000 W 900 W 700 W
NT-1500 L 1500 W 1250 W 1000 W
NT-2000

* L 1950 W — —

NT-603P S 600 W 500 W 300 W
NT-1003P S 1000 W 900 W 700 W
NT-1503P L 1500 W 1250 W 1000 W
NT-1PS S 20 A 20 A 20 A
NT-3PS S 20 A 20 A 20 A
NT-4PS S 20 A 20 A 20 A
NTLV-600 S 600 VA / 450 W 500 VA / 400 W 300 VA / 200 W
NTLV-600-277 S 600 VA / 450 W 500 VA / 400 W 300 VA / 200 W
NTLV-1000 S 1000 VA / 800 W 900 VA / 700 W 700 VA / 550 W
NTLV-1000-277 S 1000 VA / 1200 W 900 VA / 1000 W 700 VA / 800 W
NTLV-1500 L 1500 VA / 1200 W 1250 VA / 1000 W 1000 VA / 800 W
NTLV-603P S 600 VA / 450 W 500 VA / 400 W 300 VA / 200 W
NTLV-1003P S 1000 VA / 800 W 900 VA / 700 W 700 VA / 550 W
NTLV-1503P L 1500 VA / 1200 W 1250 VA / 1000 W 1000 VA / 800 W
NTELV-300 S 300 W 300 W 250 W
NTELV-600 S 600 W 500 W 400 W
NTFS-6E S 6 A 4.2 A 2.5 A
NTFS-12E L 12 A 10 A 8.3 A
NTFSQ S 1.5 A 1.5 A 1.5 A
NTF-10 S 16 A 16 A 16 A
NTF-10-277 S 8 A 8 A 8 A
NTF-103P S 8 A 8 A 8 A
NTF-103P-277 S 6 A 6 A 6 A
NTFTU-5A S 5 A 4 A 3.3 A
NTFTU-5A-277 S 5 A 4 A 3.3 A
NTFTU-3AP-277 S 3 A 3 A 3 A

Side Sections Removed

(Derating Required)

Wallbox Gang Size Requirement Chart

Number of Small Controls

0 1 2 3 4 5 6
0 0 1 2 3 4 5 6

Number 1 1 3 4 5 6 7 8
of Large 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10
Controls 3 5 7 8 9 10 11 12
4 7 9 10 11 12 13 14

Remove inner side sections from controls. Using pliers, bend side
sections up and down until they break off.

Remove inner side sections (shaded)
only.

Do not remove outer side sections.

No Side Sections Removed

(Derating Not Required)

Wallbox Gang Size Requirement Chart

Number of Small Controls

0 1 2 3 4
0 0 1 1+1 4 4+1

Number 1 1 3 5 6 8
of Large 2 4 6 7 9 10
Controls 3 6 8 10 11 13
4 9 11 12 14 15

Note: When ganging an even number of small controls with side
sections intact, use gangable 3 in x 2 in (76 mm x 51 mm) wallboxes.
Space an additional wallbox 3⁄4 in (19 mm) apart from the other
wallboxes. A 3⁄4 in (19 mm) chase nipple is recommended as a
spacer between wallboxes.
Example: Wallbox arrangement required for ganging 4 small controls
with no side sections removed:

Installation Instructions

Please Leave for Occupant

Important Notes

Please read before installing.

1. Install in accordance with national and local electrical codes.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to dimmer and/or equipment, use

only approved loads. See table for details.

2. When no “grounding means” exists within the wallbox for an

existing switch or dimmer, the 2011 National Electrical Code
(NEC®) allows a switch/dimmer to be installed as a replacement
as long as 1) a nonmetallic, noncombustible faceplate is
used with nonmetallic attachment screws or 2) the circuit is
protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter.The 2008 NEC®
has the same allowances but does not contain the requirement
for nonmetallic attachment screws. When installing a switch/
dimmer according to any of these methods, cap or remove the
green wire before screwing the switch/dimmer into the wallbox.

3. These controls are designed to operate in ambient temperatures
from 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C)

4. Strip wallbox wires. Important: When making wire connections,
follow the recommended strip lengths and combinations for the
supplied wire connectors. Twist wire connector tight making
sure that no bare wire is exposed. Note: Wire connectors
provided are suitable for copper wire only. For aluminum wire,
consult an electrician.

5. Some dimmers require a neutral wire in the wallbox. If a neutral
wire is not present, contact a licensed electrician for installation.
See wiring diagrams and table for details.

6. Check for short circuits in new installations before wiring
controls. With power OFF, use standard switch and connect to
lamp and voltage line. Turn power ON. If breaker trips, a short is
present. Correct wiring and check circuit again. Install control
only when short is no longer present.

7. Multiphase applications: Use a separate neutral for each phase
containing a control circuit. For more information, refer to
Application Note 17, “Common Neutral Interaction,” P/N 360283,
at www.lutron.com.

8. For best dimming performance, fluorescent lamps may need
to be operated at full light output for a specified amount of
time prior to dimming. Contact the lamp manufacturer for their
specific recommendations concerning lamp seasoning.

9. To clean, wipe with a clean damp cloth. DO NOT use any
chemical cleaning solutions.

P/N 0301630

*NT-2000 cannot have side sections removed.

Note: The Wallbox Requirement Charts on this sheet do not apply for the T-2000.
See the NT-2000 instruction sheet for the appropriate requirements.

If you have questions concerning the installation or operation of Advance® Mark X®
ballasts, call the Advance® Technical Support Center. +1.800.372.3331 - U.S.A. and Canada
(Monday - Friday, 8 am – 6 pm ET) www.advance.philips.com

Worldwide Technical and Sales
Assistance

If you have questions concerning the installation or operation of
these products, call the Lutron Technical Support Center. Please
provide exact model number when calling.

1.800.523.9466 (U.S.A., Canada, and the Caribbean)
Other Countries call +1.610.282.3800
Fax [phone]
Visit our website at www.lutron.com

wallbox

Limited Warranty

(Valid only in U.S.A., Canada, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean.)

Lutron will, at its option, repair or replace any unit that is defective in materials or manufacture within
one year after purchase. For warranty service, return unit to place of purchase or mail to Lutron at
7200 Suter Rd., Coopersburg, PA 18036-1299, postage pre-paid.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, AND THE IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM PURCHASE. THIS
WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER THE COST OF INSTALLATION, REMOVAL OR REINSTAL­LATION, OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM MISUSE, ABUSE, OR DAMAGE FROM IMPROPER
WIRING OR INSTALLATION. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER INCIDENTAL OR CONSE­QUENTIAL DAMAGES. LUTRON’S LIABILITY ON ANY CLAIM FOR DAMAGES ARISING OUT
OF OR IN CON NEC TION WITH THE MANUFACTURE, SALE, INSTALLATION, DELIVERY, OR
USE OF THE UNIT SHALL NEVER EXCEED THE PUR CHASE PRICE OF THE UNIT.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from
state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitation on how long an implied warranty may last, so the above limitations may
not apply to you.
© 2012 Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.

Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.
7200 Suter Road
Coopersburg, PA 18036-1299 U.S.A.
P/N 0301630 Rev. B 10/2012

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⁄4 in (19 mm) space (use chase nipple)Four-gang

Single-gang
wallbox

Operation

Slide-to-Off Controls: Raise slider to increase light intensity. Lower
slider to decrease light intensity and turn off.
Preset Dimmers: Push button in center of slider to alternately turn
lights on to preset level (set by slider) or turn lights off. Raise slider
to increase light intensity. Lower slider to decrease light intensity.
Push button again to turn lights off.
3-Way and 4-Way Switches: When switching power from remote
location, lights will turn on to level set on dimmer (by slider), or turn
off. Move slider up or down to turn lights on or off. Note, use only
one dimmer per circuit.

Magnetic Low-Voltage Dimmers NTLV-Series
Electronic Low-Voltage Dimmers NTELV-Series
Fan-Speed Controls NTFS-Series
Quiet Fan-Speed Controls NTFSQ-Series
Fluorescent Dimmers NTF- and NTFTU- Series

Installation

If more than one control is to be installed in the same wallbox,
review the Multigang Installation section before beginning. Lutron®
multigang faceplates are available for ganging multiple units.

1. WARNING: Shock Hazard. May
result in serious injury or death.

Turn power OFF at circuit breaker or
remove fuse. Damage to this product
caused by wiring with power on voids the warranty.

2. Remove faceplate and faceplate adapter (if applicable) from control

to prevent damage and to access mounting holes. Pull from top of
faceplate to remove. Unscrew faceplate adapter. Set aside.

3. Wire control per appropriate wiring diagram (see table on next page)

using wire connectors provided.

Note: Color names refer to the wire colors on the control.

4. Push wires into wallbox, allowing room for control to be inserted. Do

not pinch wires between wallbox and control.

5. Mount control to wallbox using control mounting screws provided.

Controls must be mounted vertically. See stamp on control for
correct positioning.

6. Mount adapter plate with adapter mounting screws provided (see

below).

7. Snap on slider and faceplate.

8. Turn power ON at circuit breaker or replace fuse.

Control Mounting
Screws

Control

Faceplate Adapter

Adapter Mounting
Screws

Slider

Minimum Light Level Adjustment: Dimmers are factory calibrated.
Some dimmers have the ability for low-end adjustment, which is
not normally required. If lamps flicker or drop out at the minimum
dimming level there may be an installation error. Continued use
of the system in this mode will cause premature lamp failure. If
this is occurring, call the Lutron Technical Support Center at:

1.800.523.9466.

Original is a registered trademark of Hunter Fan Company, Memphis, Tennessee.
NEC is a registered trademark of the National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, Massachusetts.
Advance and Mark X are registered trademerks of Philips Electronics North America Corporation.
Lutron and Nova T* are registered trademarks of Lutron Electronics Co., Inc. The design of this product may be cov­ered by one or more of the following U.S. trademark registrations: 1,617,349; 1,626,714; 1,624,489; 1,624,490; and
1,638,913.
© 2012 Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.

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Faceplate

Approved Load(s)

Model

Number(s)

Control

Type

Voltage/

Rating

Wiring

Diagram

Halogen

Magnetic

Incandescent/

Low-Voltage

fluorescent

Fan

Electronic

Solid-State

Low-Voltage

ballasts or LED

Fan

drivers

Ceiling Paddle

NT-600

Lutron® 3-wire

NT-1000
NT-1500

Incandescent
Dimmers

120 V~
60 Hz

1 X

NT-2000

NT-1PS
NT-3PS
NT-4PS

NT-603P
NT-1003P
NT-1503P

NTLV-600
NTLV-1000
NTLV-1500

NTLV-603P
NTLV-1003P
NTLV-1503P

NTLV-600-277
NTLV-1000-277

NTELV-300
NTELV-600

NTFS-6E
NTFS-12E

NTFSQ

NTF-10

NTFTU-5A

NTF-10-277

NTF-103P

NTF-103P-277

NTFTU-5A-277

NTFTU-3AP-277

(contact
customer service
for availability)

Incandescent
Switches

Incandescent
Dimmers

Magnetic
Low-Voltage
Dimmers

Magnetic
Low-Voltage
Dimmers

Magnetic
Low-Voltage
Dimmers

Electronic
Low-Voltage
Dimmers

Fan-Speed
Controls

Quiet
Fan-Speed
Control

Fluorescent
Dimmers

Fluorescent
Dimmers

Fluorescent
Dimmer

Fluorescent
Dimmer

Fluorescent
Dimmer

Fluorescent
Dimmer

Fluorescent
Dimmer

120 V~
60 Hz

120 V~
60 Hz

120 V~
60 Hz

120 V~
60 Hz

277 V~
60 Hz

120 V~
60 Hz

120 V~
60 Hz

120 V~
60 Hz

1.5 A

120 V~
60 Hz

120 V~
60 Hz

277 V~
60 Hz

120 V~
60 Hz
8 A

277 V~
60 Hz
6 A

277 V~
60 Hz
5 A

277 V~
60 Hz
3 A

1 X

2 (single pole)

3 (3-way)

X

4 (4-way)

1 X X

2 (single pole)

3 (3-way)

X X

4 (4-way)

8 X X

8 X X

5 X

1 X

6 X

1 X

6 X

6 X

6 (single pole)

7 (3-way)

X

8 X

9 X

Notes

• Magneticlow-voltagedimmers:Formoreinformtaion,seeApplicationNote19:“GuidetoDimmingLow-VoltageLighting,”P/N048019,atwww.lutron.com.Operation

of a dimmed low-voltage circuit with all lamps removed or inoperative may result in current ow in excess of normal levels. To avoid possible transformer failure, Lutron
strongly recommends the following: Do not operate dimmed low-voltage circuits without operative lamps in place; replace burned-out bulbs immediately; and use
transformers that incorporate thermal protection or fused transformer primary windings in order to prevent transformer failure caused by excess current.

• Electroniclow-voltagedimmers:Thesedimmersareoverload-protected.Ifmorethantheratedloadisapplied,powertothecircuitwillshutoffuntilthedimmercools.If

this happens, remove excess load from the circuit.

• Fan-Speedcontrols:Usewithfansmarked“Suitableforusewithsolid-statefan-speedcontrolsonly.”Setmulti-speedfanstotheirhighestsettingbeforeinstallingcontrols.

• Quietfan-Speedcontrols:DonotwireintoacircuitwithaGFCIbreakerorreceptacle.Setmulti-speedfanstotheirhighestsettingbeforeinstallingcontrols.Not

recommended for use with Hunter Original Series fans; contact Lutron Customer Service department for suitable controls.

• ForLEDloads,pleaseseethe“ReportCards”atwww.lutron.com/hilumeledforproperloadingofthedimmer.

Advance® Mark X® Series
Electronic Fluorescent
Dimming Ballasts

Wiring Diagrams

Wiring Diagram 1

Control

Dimmer

Red

Red

Ground

Black

Green or Bare

Ground

Red

Red

Green or Bare

Ground

Red

Red

Green or Bare

Ground

Green or

Bare

Red

Yellow

Green or Bare

Ground

3-Way
Switch

4-Way
switch

Load

Load

Ground

Light

= Indicates different

Load

Ground

3-Way
Switch

Live Black

120 V~

60 Hz

Wiring Diagram 2

120 V~

60 Hz

Live

Black

Wiring Diagram 3

Dimmer

Live Black

120 V~

60 Hz

NOTE: Dimmers may be wired on either the line side

or the load side of the switch.

Wiring Diagram 4

Dimmer

Black

Live

120 V~

60 Hz

NOTE: Dimmers may be wired on either the line side

or the load side of the switch(es).

Wiring Diagram 5

Control

Live Black

120 V~

60 Hz

Neutral

Neutral

colored screw

Neutral

= Indicates different

colored screw

Load

Ground

Fan

Neutral

Neutral

Wiring Diagram 6

Cap off second Blue
(if present)

Live

Black

120 or 277 V~

60 Hz

(depending

on model)

Neutral

or Blue

Green or
Bare

Ground

Wiring Diagram 7

3-Way
Switch

Live

277 V~

60 Hz

Ground

Neutral

Wiring Diagram 8

Live

120 or 277 V~

60 Hz

(depending on

model)

Neutral

Black Yellow or Red

Green

Ground

Wiring Diagram 9

3-Way
Switch

Live

277 V~

60 Hz

Ground

Neutral

Dimmer

Blue

Blue

Green or
Bare

Ground

Blue

Blue

Green or
Bare

Ground

Yellow

Red

White

To Additional Ballasts

Dimmer

Dimmer

White

Dimmer

Orange

Black

White

Orange

Black

White

Yellow

Red

White

To Additional Ballasts

Load

Yellow Black

White

To Additional Ballasts

Dimming Ballast

Dimming Ballast

Orange

Black

White

Orange

Black

White

White

Black

White

Dimming Ballast

Dimming Ballast

Dimming Ballast

Dimming Ballast