Lutron Electronics Maestro, Maestro CM-FQ1, Maestro MA-FQ4M, Maestro MA-AFQ4 User Manual

Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.
7200 Suter Road
Coopersburg, PA18036-1299, U.S.A.
Made and printed in the U.S.A. 11/10 P/N 033-214 Rev. A

English

Canopy Module

CM-FQ1: 120 V~ 60 Hz

1.0 A fan

Wall Control

MA-FQ4M: 120 V~ 60 Hz

4.0A(up to 4 CM-FQ1)

Accessory Control

MA-AFQ4: 120 V~ 60 Hz

4.0 A

Important Notes

Please read before installing.

1. Caution: To avoid overheating and possible damage to other equipment, do not use to control
receptacles, lighting xtures, transformer-supplied appliances, solid state fan motors, or

exhaust fans. For exhaust fans use Lutron fully variable fan speed controls.

2. Install in accordance with all national and local electrical codes.

3. When no “grounding means” exist within the wallbox then the NEC®2002, Ar ticle 404-9 allows

a wall control without a grounding connection to be installed as a replacement, as long as a
plastic, noncombustible wallplate is used. For this type of installation, cap or remove the green
ground wire on the wall control and use an appropriate wallplate such as Lutron’s Claro®or
Satin ColorsTM series wallplates.

4. The Maestro®fan speed control system consists of a Wall Control, one to four Canopy
Modules, and up to two Accessory Controls.All must be installed correctly before attempting
to control the fans.Do not attempt to mix Lutron controls with those from other manufacturers,
or mix Lutron controls not labeled for use together.

5. This system is not compatible with fans having a control system built into the motor.

6. Do not paint Wall Control, Canopy Module, or Accessory Control.

7. MaestroControls are not compatible with standard 3-way/4-way switches.

8. Accessory Controls (MA-AFQ4) cannot be used individually and must be used in conjunction

with a MaestroWall Control (MA-FQ4M) in a 3-way/4-way application.

9. In any 3-way/4-way circuit use only one Wall Control (MA-FQ4M) with up to 2 Accessory
Controls (MA-AFQ4).

10. Oper ate between 32°F (0 °C) and 104 °F (40 °C) room temperature. For indoor use only.

11. W all Control and Accessory Controls may feel warm to the touch during nor mal operation.

12. Recommended wallbox depth is 2.5 in (64 mm) minimum.

13. Clean controls with a soft damp cloth only. Do not use any chemical cleaners.

14. This system cannot be used to change the direction of the f an.To change the fan direction,

stop the fan, and then change the position of the switch located on the body of the fan.

15. Do not use pull chains to operate fan(s) after installing this system.

16. Each Canopy Module must be installed within a fan canopy enclosure.

17. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Quiet Fan Speed Control Multi-Location
System

®

Fan Speed
Control

Warning: For use with one to four ceiling paddle fans only. Do not use with an

exhaust fan.

One to four ceiling fans only No exhaust fans

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encour aged 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
connected.

- Consult the dealer

or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

P/N 033-214

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 pre­paid.

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 REINST ALLA TION, 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 CONNECTION WITH THE
MANUFACTURE, SALE, INSTALLATION,DELIVERY,OR USE OF THE UNIT SHALL NEVER EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE
OF THE UNIT.

This

warranty gives you specic 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.
Lutron, Claro, and Maestro are registered trademarks and FASS and Satin Colors are trademarks of Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.
NEC is a registered trademark of the National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, Massachusetts.
© 2010 Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.

Operation

Tap Button

• Tap once when fan is off -Fan

speed increases to preset level.

• Tap once when fan is on -Fan

speed slows to off.

• Tap twice quickly -Fan speed

increases to full speed.

LEDs

Indicate exact fan speed

LEDs will change with each press

(LEDs not available on Accessory Controls)

Press to increase fan speed
Press to decrease fan speed

FASSTM - Front

Accessible

Service Switch

Multigang Installations

When installing more than one control in the same wallbox, it may be necessary to remove all inner
side sections prior to wiring (see below). Using pliers, bend side sections up and down until they
break off. Repeat for each side section to be removed. Note: Product does not require derating

when side sections are removed.

Breaking Side
Sections

?

Technical Assistance

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

U.S.A. and Canada (24 hrs/7 days):
+1.800.523.9466

Other countries 8am – 8pm ET:
+1.610.282.3800
México
+1.888.235.2910

Fax [phone]

http://www.lutron.com

Inside sections are
removed from each

control

Side sections are

removed from both

sides of middle control

Do not remove

outside

sections.

Reference Wiring Diagram

Canopy
Module

First Fan / Canopy Module

Live

120V~

60Hz

Neutral

White

Black

Yellow (Fan)

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ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

Turn OFF power.

• Turn power OFF at circuit breaker (or remove fuse).

Canopy Module Installation

Set fan speed.

• Set fan(s) to highest speed using pull chains.

Install fan(s).

• Install fan(s) according to manufacturer's instructions and check for proper operation.

3

2

1

Important Wiring Information

When making wire connections, follow the recommended strip lengths and combinations for the supplied wire
connectors (see wire connector bag).Note: All wire connectors provided are suitable for copper wire only.For
aluminum wire, consult an electrician.

Twist wire
connector

tight.

Connect Canopy Module(s).

• If you have questions about wiring, call the Lutron Technical Support Center at +1.800.523.9466.

Fan

Canopy
Module

Switched
Live

Black

White

Yellow

Neutral

Canopy
Module Wire:

White

Black

Yellow

Connects to:

Neutral wires in the junction
box and to fan

Switched Live wire(s) from
Wall Control and to
additional fan(s)

Fan

5

To junction box

To fixture

Wiring the Canopy Module (CM-FQ1):

Use wire connectors to join wires as indicated below
and in the wiring diagram, and to cap any unused
wires.

Troubleshooting

Symptom

Fan does not turn ON or no LEDs turn ON.

LEDs on Wall Control cycle rapidly and
bottom LED is ON.

LEDs on Wall Control cycle rapidly and
second lowest LED is ON.

Fan vibrates or wobbles.

Fan speeds too slow.

Wall Control LEDs respond as expected but
fan does not respond properly.

Possible Cause

•Front Accessible Service Switch (FASS) on
control is pulled out to the OFF position.

•Manual switch on fan is off (ex: pull chain).

•Breaker is OFF or tr ipped (or fuse blown).

•Fan direction switch is between forward and

reverse.

•Wiring error, call Lutron Technical Support
Center at +1.800.523.9466.

•Unit is not activated properly.Activate system
as described in Step 15.

•Wiring error, call Lutron Technical Support
Center at +1.800.523.9466.

•Communication error.Check wiring;if error
continues, call Lutron Technical Support
Center at +1.800.523.9466.

•Fan blades not properly balanced.See fan
manufacturer's instructions.

• Fan pull chain not set to high.

• Fan pull chain not set to high.

• Wiring error, call Lutron Technical Support

Center at +1.800

.523.9466.

Switched Live

Fan
Neutral

Typical Wire Colors

Black
White

Disconnect fan.

• Remove canopy enclosure from ceiling fan mounting bracket.

• Leave any green ground wires connected as directed in fan manufacturer's instructions.

• Disconnect fan from remaining wiring in the ceiling.

4

To junction box To junction box

Flush Mount BracketDown Rod Bracket

Mounting
bracket

Canopy
enclosure

Switched
Live to
additional
fans

Up to 3

Additional

Fans / Canopy

Modules

(up to 4 total)

Wall

Control

Wallbox

Green

Black

Brass

Ground

Brass

See Step 12 for two- and three-location control wiring.

Note: Up to four ceiling fans can be controlled on one circuit.

Follow steps 4–7 for each fan.

Wire Connectors:

Use to join 1.5 or 2.5 mm² (14 or 12 AWG) ground wire to 0.75 mm²

(18 AWG) Wall Control ground wire, and to join 0.75 mm² (18 AWG)
Canopy Module wire to 2.5, 1.5, 1.0 or 0.75 mm²

(12, 14, 16 or 18 AWG) wire.

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Cable tie

6b - Flush Mount Bracket

• Do not install Canopy Module in ceiling.

• Attach Canopy Module to bracket with a cable tie.

• Ensure cable tie does not come in contact with moving motor parts.

• Install cable tie through notches on Canopy Module. Pull tight and clip excess.

To junction box

6a - Down Rod Bracket

• Do not install Canopy Module in ceiling.

• Slide Canopy Module into the ceiling fan mounting bracket.

To junction box

Remove original wallplate and switch.

• Remove the wallplate and switch mounting screws.

• Carefully remove switches from wall (do not remove wires).

Attach canopy.

Control Installation

7

8

7b - Flush Mount Bracket

• Check all wire connections.

• Tuck the wires into the junction box and/or bracket.

• Ensure wires and/or wire connectors do not come in contact with moving motor parts.

• Attach the canopy enclosure to the fan mounting bracket, taking care not to pinch any wires.

To junction box

To junction box

7a - Down Rod Bracket

• Check all wire connections.

• Tuck the wires into the junction box and/or canopy enclosure.

• Attach the canopy enclosure to the fan mounting bracket, taking care not to pinch any wires.

Danger: Verify power to
each switch is OFF
before proceeding.

Important Note:

Your wall switch may have two wires attached to the same screw (see illustrations below for examples).Tape these
two wires together before disconnecting.When wiring, connect wires to new Controls the same way they were
connected to the switch.

Identify switch wires.

10

One wire in
the push-in
terminal and
one to the
screw.

One
continuous
wire to the
screw.

Disconnect switch wires.

Connect Control(s).

• For installations involving more than one control in a wallbox, refer to Multigang Installations before
beginning.

• Only one Wall Control (MA-FQ4M) can be used with up to 2 Accessory Controls (MA-AFQ4).

Ground

Green wire

Black
screw

Wall Control

Brass
screws

Important Wiring Information

Trim or strip wallbox wires to the length indicated by the strip gauge on the back of the control

OR

12

11

Screw Terminals:
Turn screws to loosen.

Push-in Terminals:
Insert screwdriver.
Pull wire out.

Looped Wire:
Turn screw to loosen.

Wiring the Wall Control (MA-FQ4M):

• Connect either of the wires removed from the switch

to the blackscrew terminal on the Wall Control.

• Connect the remaining wire removed from the switch

to one of the brass screw terminals on the Wall
Control.

• Tighten the remaining brassscrew terminal on the

Wall Control. It is not used in a single-pole circuit.

• Use wire connectors to connect the green ground
wire on the Wall Control to the bare copperor green
ground wire in the wallbox (see Important Note 3),
and to cap any unused wires.

Mount Control(s) to wallbox.

• Form wires carefully into the wallbox, mount and align the Control(s).

• Install wallplate(s).

Caution: Do not
overtighten
mounting screws.

13

Align control and
tighten screws.

Start screws.

Insert Canopy Module.

6

15

16

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

Turn ON power.

• Do not turn on power until Wall Control, Accessory Control(s) and Canopy Module(s) have been
installed and wired.

• Turn power ON at circuit breaker (or replace fuse).

Recommended - Disconnect pull chains.

• Disconnect pull chain extensions to prevent fan speed from being adjusted at the fan(s).

Activate system.

• Pull out the Front Accessible Service Switch (FASS ) at the bottom
of the Wall Control, wait 10 seconds, then push it back in.

• The LEDs will cycle for up to 30 seconds.

• If installing more than one Wall Control/Canopy Module system,

activate one at a time with FASS pushed in on all other systems.

• Accessory Controls do not require activation.

14

Identify the circuit type.

One switch controlling the fan(s).

This switch will be a single-pole.The switch will have
insulated wires connected to two screws of the same color
plus a green ground screw.

Ground
(Bare Copper or
Green Wire)

Two switches controlling the fan(s).

Both switches will be 3-way.Each switch will have
insulated wires connected to three screws plus a green
ground screw.One of these wires is connected to a screw
of a different color (not green) or labeled COMMON. TAG
this wire on both switches to identify when wiring.

Tagged wire

Different colored
screw (Common)

Ground
(Bare Copper or
Green Wire)

Three switches controlling the fan(s).

Two switches will be 3-way and one will be a 4-way.TAG
the two 3-way switches as in the Two-Location diagram
above.The 4-way switch will have insulated wires
connected to four screws plus a green ground screw.TAG
two insulated wires which are connected to same colored
screws.

Tagged wires

Note:Screw
placement may
be different on
your switch.

Same colored
screw (or marked
IN or OUT)

Ground
(Bare Copper or
Green Wire)

9c - Three-Location control

9b - Two-Location control

9a - Single-Location control

12a - Single-Location control

12b - Two-Location control

Live

120V~
60Hz

Neutral

Canopy Module
and Fan Fixture

Green

Ground

Wallbox

Wall Control

Reference Wiring Diagram

One location will be replaced with a Wall Control (MA-FQ4M) and the other with an Accessory Control (MA-AFQ4).

Ground

Tag

Green wire

Wiring the Wall Control and Accessory Control:

• Connect the tagged wire removed from the switch to

the blackscrew terminal on the Control.

• Connect one of the remaining wires removed from the

switch to one of the brassscrew terminals on the
Control.

• Connect the remaining wire removed from the switch

to the remaining brass screw terminal on the Control.

• Use wire connectors to connect the green ground
wire on the Control to the bare copper or green
ground wire in the wallbox (see Important Note 3), and
to cap any unused wires.

Live

120V~
60Hz

Black

Green

Green

Ground

Ground

Wallbox

Wall Control or

Accessory Control

Wall Control or

Accessory Control

Wallbox

Reference Wiring Diagram

12c - Three-Location control

One location will be replaced with a Wall Control (MA-FQ4M) and the other two with Accessory Controls
(MA-AFQ4).

Replace the 4-way switch
Note: 4-way switch may be replaced with either a Wall

Control or an Accessory Control

• Connect both of the tagged wires removed from the

4-way switch to the blackscrew terminal on the
Control (one wire to the screw and the other to the
push-in terminal).

• Connect one of the remaining wires removed from the

switch to one of the brassscrew terminals on the
Control.

• Connect the remaining wire removed from the switch

to the remaining brass screw terminal on the Control.

• Use wire connectors to connect the green ground
wire on the Control to the bare copper or green
ground wire in the wallbox (see Important Note 3),
and

to cap any unused wires.

Replace the two 3-way switches

Follow Step 12b - Two-Location control.

Ground

Tagged wires

Green wire

Live

120V~
60Hz

Brass

Brass

Black

Black

Green

Green

Ground

Ground

Wallbox

Wall Control or

Accessory Control

Wall Control or

Accessory Control

Wall Control or

Accessory Control

Wallbox

Green

Ground

Wallbox

Reference Wiring Diagram

9

Wall Control and

Accessory Control

Wall Control or

Accessory Control

Brass

Br ssarBssa

Black

Brass

Brass

Brass

Black

Black

Brass

Brass

Brass
Black

Brass

Black
screw

Brass
screws

Black
screw

Brass
screws

Notch

Note:Screw
placement may
be different on
your switch.

Warning: Fan(s) will return to

full speed when power is
restored.Clean up any tools or
ladders near the fan(s) rst.

Canopy Module
and Fan Fixture

Up to 4 Canopy
Modules and Fans

Neutral

Canopy Module
and Fan Fixture

Canopy Module
and Fan Fixture

Up to 4 Canopy
Modules and Fans

Neutral

Canopy Module
and Fan Fixture

Canopy Module
and Fan Fixture

Up to 4 Canopy
Modules and Fans

Push-in Terminals:Insert wires fully. NOTE: Push-in terminals are for use with
14 AWG (1.5 mm²) solid copper wire only. DO NOT use stranded or twisted wire.

Screw Terminals: Tighten securely. Screw terminals are for use with
12 or 14 AWG (2.5 or 1.5 mm²) solid copper wire only. DO NOT use stranded or
twisted wire.