How to Check Install Compatibility ecobee Switch+

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

In This Guide

You'll Learn:

• How to check a potential installation location for compatibility with your ecobee Switch+.

2. Location Compatibility

For the ecobee Switch+ to be compatible with the location where you intend to install it in, ensure the following:

• The switch is going to control lights only. It is not designed to be used with any motor loads, like ceiling fans.
• The lights have to be controlled by one switch with a single pole connection. The switch doesn't work with three-way locations or lights controlled from two switches.
• The lights have to be rated at a maximum of:
• 600W for incandescent bulbs.
• 150W for fluorescent (tube or compact) or LED bulbs.
• The electrical voltage in your location is no higher then 120V AC.
• The following wires have to be in place:
  

• Line and load wires (black or red) - are connected to your existing switch.
• Ground wire (exposed copper or green) - typically comes from the wall box.
• Neutral wire (white) - is required and typically comes in a pair fastened together by a wire nut.

The ecobee Switch+ only allows turning the lights on and off. To dim your lights you can install dimmable smart bulbs and ask the built-in Alexa to help with that.

3. Basic Setup for your Ecobee Switch+

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4. What's next?