How to install the ecobee app onto your mobile device.
How to connect the ecobee Switch+ to your home network.
How to enable the built-in Alexa voice assistant on your ecobee Switch+.
You'll Need:
The ecobee Switch+ to be already installed in your wall.
A 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network with AES encryption to connect the ecobee Switch+ to.
A smartphone or tablet to install the ecobee app on.
2. OS Choice
To continue, we need to know what Operating System your smartphone or tablet has.
There are 2 main Operating Systems for smartphones currently available, Android and iOS.
Android SmartphoneiOS SmartphoneAndroid smartphones are produced by multiple companies, such as Samsung, LG, Motorola, HTC, and OnePlus.Apple is the only company that makes iOS smartphones.
3. Android App Install
Launch the Play Store on your smartphone.
Select the search bar at the top.
Type in Ecobee, then select Ecobee from the list.
Tap on Install and then Open to use it.
4. Register Device
Open the Ecobee app.
Sign in, or create your account.
To Create a New Account
Select Create a New Account.
Enter your Name, Email Address, and select a password and confirm it by entering it twice. Read the Terms & Conditions carefully, then confirm you accept them by placing a check mark in the box. Finally, select Create Account.
To Sign in with an Existing Account
Fill in your Email address, and your Ecobee password. Then select Sign In.
Select Register Your Device.
Select ecobee Switch.
You will be reminded to verify the Switch+ is glowing amber. Select Get Started.
In order to setup your Ecobee Switch+ properly, the app will need location access. Select Allow Location Access.
Select Allow or OK to authorize ecobee to use the device's location.
The App will scan for your ecobee Switch+.
Your ecobee Switch+ will appear in the list. Select your switch and tap Add to add your device to the app.
Follow any additional instructions that may appear on-screen to complete device registration.
5. Enable Alexa
Open the Ecobee app.
Select Switches.
Select your Switch+ from the list.
Select the microphone with a slash in the bottom right corner.
Select Sign in with Amazon.
Enter your Amazon Email, Amazon Password, then select Sign In.
Clicking this button will open a new guide that will provide you with steps to resolve your issue.
7. iOS App Install
Open the App Store.
Select Search in the bottom right corner.
Type in Ecobee, and select Ecobee from the list.
Select Get for Ecobee.
Select Open.
8. Pro Install
Installation of the ecobee Switch+ involves opening up your existing light switch, disconnecting, then reconnecting those wires to the ecobee Switch+.
Improper preparations, care, and handling of your home's internal wiring can result in damage and destruction to your property, as well as severe injury and death to you.
It is recommended to contact a professional, licensed electrician in your area to ensure your ecobee Switch+ is properly & safely installed.
If you are familiar with basic electrical work and wish to install it yourself, instructions and how-to videos are available on the product manufacturer's web page at https://www.ecobee.com/installing-your-switch-plus.
Return to this guide after you have your ecobee Switch+ installed.
9. 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.
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