Typical Dimmer Wiring Schematic
Black
120 VAC
60 Hz
Single, Dual and Triple Gang Boxes
The metal plate surrounding the switch assembly is a heat
sink. The maximum load rating (500W) is provided when
installed in a single gang box with the full heat sink. Multiple
45606 Dimmer Switches may be installed in dual or triple
gang boxes and, if necessary, one or both sides of the heat
sink may be removed by bending it at the score lines. There
is a corresponding reduction in the switch's load rating
when ganged. DO NOT exceed the following loads:
Dimmer Rating Number of Dimmers
500W
400W
300W
Green
One Dimmer in a Single Gang Box
Two Dimmers in a Double Gang Box One side
Three Dimmers in a Triple Gang Box Both sides
Black
White
Black
Light
Heat Sink
Full
removed
removed