Leviton VPT24 User Manual

Single Pole (One location) or 3-Way (Multi-location)
Digital Timer Switch
Cat. No. VPT24-1P, Lighted
Incandescent-1800W – Resistive/Inductive-15A – Motor-1 HP
120VAC, 60Hz
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
:
• Tobeinstalledand/orusedinaccordancewithappropriateelectricalcodesandregulations.
• Ifyouareunsureaboutanypartoftheseinstructions,consultanelectrician.
• vizia+™electronicswitchesarenotcompatiblewithstandard3-wayor4-wayswitches.Theymustbeusedwithcompatiblevizia+™on/offremotes.
• Recommendedminimumwallboxdepthis2-1/2".
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
:
•Useonlyone(1)vizia+
TM
digitaltimerswitchinamulti-locationcircuitwithupto9coordinatingremoteswitches(withoutLEDs)orupto4matchingremoteswitches(withLEDs) .
• Maximumwirelengthfromdigitaltimerswitchtoallinstalledremotescannotexceed300ft(90m).
• Disconnectpoweratcircuitbreakerorfusewhenservicing,installingorremovingxture.
• Usethisdevicewithcopper or copper clad wire only.
IMPORTANT :For3-Wayapplications,notethatoneofthescrew
terminalsfromtheoldswitchbeingremovedwillusuallybeadifferent
color(Black)orlabeledCommon.Tagthatwirewithelectricaltapeand
identifyasthecommon(LineorLoad)inboththeswitchwallboxand
remotewallbox.
DI-000-VPT24-02B
Tools needed to install your Timer Switch
Slotted/PhillipsScrewdriver ElectricalTape Pliers 
Pencil Cutters Ruler
Hot (Black)
Neutral (White)
Load
Timer Switch
BKWH
Black
White
RD
Green
Ground
YL/RD
Line
120VAC, 60Hz
Use lead for 3-Way or more
applications only. For single
pole applications, do not
remove the insulating label.
WIRING TIMER SWITCH:
Connect wires per WIRING DIAGRAM as follows:
• GreenorbarecopperwireinwallboxtotimerswitchGreenlead.
• LineHotwallboxwiretotimerswitchBlacklead.
• LoadwallboxwiretotimerswitchRedlead.
• LineNeutralwallboxwiretotimerswitchWhitelead.
• NOTE:Iflabelismissingplaceelectricaltapearoundthetimerswitch
Yellow/Redlead.Ensurenostrandsareexposed.
• Proceed to Step 5.
Hot (Black)
Neutral (White)
Coordinating Remote Switch (no LED)
YL/RD
YL/RD
RD
WH
RD
BK
Black
BKWH
White
Line
120VAC, 60Hz
Green
Ground
Green
Ground
(unused)
(unused)
Load
Timer Switch
WIRING TIMER SWITCH:
Connect wires per WIRING DIAGRAM as follows:
NOTE:ThetimerswitchmustbeinstalledinawallboxthathasaLineHot
connection.
NOTE:Maximumwirelengthfromtimerswitchtoallinstalledremotes
cannotexceed300ft(90m).
• GreenorbarecopperwireinwallboxtotimerswitchGreenlead.
• LineHot(common)wallboxwireidentied(tagged)whenremovingold
switchtotimerswitchBlacklead.
• FirstTravelerwallboxwiretotimerswitchRedlead
(note wire color).
• RemoveRedinsulatinglabelfromtimerswitchYellow/Redlead.
• SecondTravelerwallboxwiretotheYellow/Redlead(note wire color).
Thistravelerfromthetimerswitchmustgototheterminalscrewonthe
remotemarked"YL/RD".
• LineNeutralwallboxwiretotimerswitchWhitelead.
WIRING COORDINATING REMOTE SWITCH (VP0SR-10):
Connect wires per WIRING DIAGRAM as follows:
NOTE:"BK"and"RD"terminalsoncoordinatingremoteswitchare
unused.Tightenbothscrews.
NOTE:Maximumwirelengthfromtimerswitchtolastremotecannot
exceed300ft(90m).
• GreenorbarecopperwireinwallboxtoGreenterminalscrew.
• Loadwallboxwireidentied(tagged)whenremovingoldswitchtoFirst
Traveler (note color as above).
• SecondTravelerwallboxwire(note color as above)toterminalscrew
marked"YL/RD".ThistravelerfromtheremotemustgototheYellow/
Redleadonthetimerswitch.
• RemoveWhiteinsulatinglabelfromterminalscrewmarked"WH".
• LineNeutralwallboxwiretoterminalscrewmarked"WH".
• ProceedtoStep5.
Installing your Timer Switch
NOTE:UsecheckboxeswhenStepsarecompleted.
WARNING:
TO AVOID FIRE SHOCK OR DEATH; TURN
OFF POWER atcircuitbreakerorfuseandtestthatpoweris
offbeforewiring!
ONOFF
ONOFF
ONOFF
ONOFF
ONOFF
ONOFF
ONOFFONOFF
ONOFF
ONOFF
ONOFF
ONOFF
Step 1
Identifying your wiring application (most common):
NOTE:Ifthewiringinyourwallboxdoesnotresembleanyof
thesecongurations,consultaqualiedelectrician.
2
4
3
1
2
4
1
5
3
Single Pole
1. Line (Hot)
2. Neutral
3.Ground
4. Load
3-Way
1. Line or Load
(see important instruction below)
2. Neutral
3. Ground
4. First Traveler – note color
5. Second Traveler – note color.
NOTE:Formatchingremote
w/LEDsinstallation,theFirst
TravelerbecomesLineHot.
Step 2
Green
Yellow/Red
Insulating label:
This wire is used in 3-way installations only.
For single pole installations, do not remove insulating label.
Red
White
Black
1
2
4
3
Single Pole Wiring Application:
Step 4a
2
1
4
BK
RD
YL/RD
Coordinating Remote Switch Timer Switch
5
3
Terminal
Screw marked
White (WH)
Green
Yellow/
Red
Red
White
Black
Terminal
Screw marked
Yellow/Red
(YL/RD)
2
5
1
3
4
WH
3-Way Wiring with Coordinating Remote Switch,
VP0SR-10, (no LED) Application:
Step 4b
• Makesurethattheendsofthewiresfromthewallboxare
straight (cut if necessary).
• Removeinsulationfromeachwireinthewallboxasshown.
• ForSingle-PoleApplication,gotoStep4a.
• For3-WayCoordinatingRemote(noLEDs)Application,gotoStep4b.
• For3-WayMatchingRemote(withLEDs)Application,gotoStep4c.
Cut
(if necessary)
Changing the color of your device:
Yourdevicemayincludecoloroptions.Tochangecoloroftheface,
proceedasfollows:
12
PM
A
T
h
MEN
U
SET
12
AM
12
P
M
A
Th
MENU
SET
12
AM
Push in side
at tab to release
Line up tabs and
press in sides one at
a time to attach
5/8"
(1.6 cm)
Strip Gage
(measure bare
wire here)
Step 3
Preparing and connecting wires:
Pulloffpre-cutinsulationfromtimerleads.Makesurethat
theendsofthewiresfromthewallboxarestraight(cut if
necessary).Removeinsulationfromeachwireinthewall
boxasshown.
WIRE NUT / # OF CONDUCTOR
COMBINATION CHART
1-#12w/1to3#14,#16or#18
2-#12w/1or2#16or#18
1-#14w/1to4#16or#18
2-#14w/1to3#16or#18
For non-standard wiring applications, refer
to Wire Nut and Conductor Size Chart
3-Way Wiring with Matching Remote Switch,
VP0SR-1L, (w/LED) Application:
Step 4c
BK
RD
YL/RD
Matching Remote Switch Timer Switch
3
5
1
2
4
Green
Yellow/
Red
Red
White
Black
2
5
1
3
4
Additonal Neutral Wire
WH
NOTE:ThetimerswitchmustbeinstalledinawallboxthathasaLoad
connection.Thematchingremotemustbeinstalledinawallboxwith
aLineHotconnectionandaNeutralconnection.ANeutralwiretothe
matchingremoteneedstobeaddedasshown.
Ifyouareunsureaboutanypartoftheseinstructions,consultan
electrician.
NOTE:Maximumwirelengthfromdimmertoallinstalledremotescannot
exceed300ft(90m).
WIRING MATCHING REMOTE SWITCH, VP0SR-1L
(wall box with Line Hot connection):
Connect wires per WIRING DIAGRAM as follows:
• GreenorbarecopperwireinwallboxtoGreenterminalscrew.
• LineHot(common)wallboxwireidentied(tagged)whenremoving
oldswitchandFirstTravelertoremoteterminalscrewmarked"BK".
• SecondTravelerwallboxwirefromswitchtoremoteterminalscrew
marked"YL/RD"(note wire color).Thistravelerfromtheremotemust
gototheYellow/Redleadonthetimerswitch.
• LineNeutralwallboxwiretoremoteterminalscrewmarked"WH".
WIRING TIMER SWITCH (wall box with Load connection):
Connect wires per WIRING DIAGRAM as follows:
• GreenorbarecopperwireinwallboxtotimerswitchGreenlead.
• Loadwallboxwireidentied(tagged)whenremovingoldswitchtotimer
switchRedlead.
• FirstTravelerLineHottotimerswitchBlacklead.
• RemoveRedinsulatinglabelfromYellow/Redlead.
• SecondTravelerwallboxwire(note color as above)totimerswitch
Yellow/Redlead.Thistravelerfromtheswitchmustgototheterminal
screwontheremotemarked"YL/RD".
• LineNeutralwallboxwiretotimerswitchWhitelead.
• ProceedtoStep5.
Hot (Black)
Neutral (White)
Timer Switch
Black
White
Line
120VAC, 60Hz
Load
Green
Ground
Green
Ground
Matching Remote Switch (w/LED)
YL/RD
RD YL/RD
WH
BK
BK
WH
• Positionallwirestoprovide
roominoutletwallboxfor
device.
• Ensurethattheword“TOP”is
facingupondevicestrap.
• Partiallyscrewinmounting
screwsinwallboxmounting
holes.
Testing your Switch prior to mounting in
wall box:
Step 5
NOTE:Dresswireswithabendasshown
indiagraminordertorelievestresswhen
mountingdevice.
• Restorepoweratcircuitbreakerorfuse.
• Waituntilortimeisdisplayedon
the screen.
• PresspaduntillocatorlightisOFF.Load
should turn ON.
If loads do not turn ON, refer to the
TROUBLESHOOTING section.
Switch Mounting:
TURN OFF POWER AT CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE.
• Installationmaynowbecompleted
bytighteningmountingscrewsinto
wallbox.Attachwallplate.
Step 6
Restore Power:
Restorepoweratcircuitbreakerorfuse.
Installation is complete.
NOTE: TheDigitalTimerSwitchisequippedwithaninternal
rechargeablebatteryback-uptokeepprogrammedsettings
intheeventofapowerinterruption.
Step 7
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Leviton VPT24 Specifications

General

Voltage	120 VAC
Battery Backup	Yes
Display	LCD
Color	White
Neutral Wire Required	Yes
Amperage	15A
Termination	Screw Terminals
Maximum Load	1800W
Number of Outlets	1
Timer Resolution	1 minute
Load Rating	1/2 HP Motor
Programming	7-Day
Installation	In-Wall
Timer Duration	7 days

Summary

Single Pole or 3-Way Digital Timer Switch

Installation Instructions

Safety Warnings and Cautions

Essential safety notes include turning off power, consulting electricians for uncertainty, and using compatible devices and copper wire.

Tools for Timer Switch Installation

Lists necessary tools: screwdriver, pencil, electrical tape, cutters, pliers, and ruler for installation.

Changing Device Color

Instructions on how to change the faceplate color by aligning tabs and pressing sides.

Timer Switch Installation Steps

Comprehensive guide covering power safety, wiring identification, wire preparation, single-pole and 3-way wiring, testing, mounting, and power restoration.

Step 4a: Single Pole Wiring

Details wiring connections for a single-pole installation, including wire color mapping for Line, Load, Neutral, and Ground.

Step 4b: 3-Way Wiring (Coordinating Remote)

Wiring instructions for a 3-way setup using a coordinating remote switch (no LED), detailing connections to timer and remote.

Step 4c: 3-Way Wiring (Matching Remote w/LED)

Wiring instructions for a 3-way setup using a matching remote switch with an LED, including wiring to timer and remote.

Step 5: Test Switch Before Mounting

Guides users to test the switch functionality by temporarily connecting wires before final mounting in the wall box.

Step 6: Mount Switch and Wallplate

Instructions for securing the device in the wall box using mounting screws and attaching the wallplate.

Step 7: Restore Power and Final Check

Restoring power at the circuit breaker and verifying the device operation, noting internal battery backup.

Operation

Operation Definitions

Defines key terms and icons used in the operation section, such as Timer Mode, Event, and Override.

Programming Mode

Instructions on how to enter and navigate programming mode, including setting time, day, and events.

Setting On/Off Events

Guides on setting specific ON and OFF times for programmed events, including selecting days of the week.

Using in Multi-Location Applications

Explains how to use the timer switch in multi-location setups with coordinating or matching remote switches.

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common issues like the device not turning on or the LED not lighting up.

Changing Settings

Instructions on how to adjust settings like time, daylight saving, and re-entering coordinates.

Delete All Events

Procedure for clearing all programmed events from the timer switch.