Decora Lever Edge Rocker Slide Dimmer Switch
ESL01-1LW
Replacing a light switch with a Decora Lever Edge Rocker Slide dimmer switch is now as easy as… push, click and done. The dimmer offers superior dimming performance with LED bulbs, and a faster, easier installation using Lever Edge terminals. The ESL01 dimmer is rated for 120V 60Hz 150W LED, CFL, and Incandescent lighting. It can be used in single pole or 3-way installations. The dimmer works with existing wiring, no neutral wire required for installation and is ideal for newer and older homes. The dimmer includes a setup button to easily adjust settings such as dimming range, fade on, startup configuration; use with Decora Midway or standard wallplates (sold separately – White).
- MODERNIZE YOUR HOME – Upgrade your current wall switch to a dimmer switch for an easy and cost-effective update that works with existing wiring in newer and older homes, a neutral wire is not required for installation
- TRANSFORM A ROOM – Whether you are entertaining guests, reading a bedtime story, or watching the latest flick, being able to adjust the light level creates the perfect ambiance for any activity
- PREVENT FLICKERING LIGHTS – Superior dimming performance with LED bulbs out of the box with a setup button for easy adjustments to customize performance such as dimming range (minimum dim and maximum bright levels)
- INSTALLATION IS A BREEZE – Push. Click. Done. Install with confidence with simple to understand color coded levers, easy wire push in, and audible “click” confirming a secure connection
- PEACE OF MIND KNOWING THAT CONNECTIONS ARE SAFE AND RELIABLE – The push-in Lever Edge terminals securely hold the wires in place
Color: White
Product Information
Product Features
Color : White
Device Type : Dimmer
Grade : Residential
Brand : Decora Slide
Action : Rocker Switch for ON/OFF, slide bar for lighting level control
Available Colors : Ivry-I Wht-W Gry-G Blk-E Brwn-B Light Almond-T, R-Red
Light : Locator light that can be turned off
Preset : Set the Slide bar to maintain the desired lighting level
Switch Type : Single-Pole & 3-Way
Wallplate : Order Separately
Type : Rocker Slide Dimmer Switch
Electrical Specifications
Load Rating : 150W LED, 150W CFL, 150W Incandescent
Load Type : Dimmable LED, Dimmable CFL, Incandescent
Voltage : 120VAC
Frequency : 60 Hz
Grounding : Self-Grounding
Mechanical Specifications
Actuator Material : Thermoplastic
Body Material : Thermoplastic
Strap Material : Plastic
Protection : Radio/TV Filter
Material Specifications
Terminal Accom. : Side Lever Wire #14-#12 AWG; Stranded and Solid copper wire only
Terminal ID : Color Coded Lever Terminals, including Ground
Termination : Side Lever
Standards and Certifications
Standards and Certifications : cULus, FCC/IC, Title 24, IECC, SSL7A
Warranty
Warranty : 1-Year Limited
Dimmer Features
• Integrated slider to brighten and dim lights
• No neutral wire required for installation
• Separate On/Off Decora switch to set and keep the preferred light level
• Setup button to easily adjust settings such as minimum and maximum dimming range, fade on, startup configuration, and more
• Status LED can be enabled to illuminate when lights are OFF so it is easier to locate the dimmer in the dark
• Single Pole or 3-way when used with a 3-way switch
• Change the color using DSKIT faceplates available in white, ivory, light almond, gray, black, brown and red
Lever Edge Installation Features
• Patented lever terminals for fast, efficient wiring
• Color coded terminals reduce the risk of miswiring
• The only residential device on the market with a ground wire quick termination
• No exposed metal parts for enhanced safety; eliminates need for electrical tape
• Lever doors have “snap” feature to assure connection has been made; audible click confirms lever door is closed
• Lever connectors work with 12 gauge and 14 gauge solid and stranded copper wire
• Wire openings prevent wire insulation from being inserted into the terminals
• Unique tongue and groove alignment feature offers quicker trim out in multi-gang installations
• Test openings for circuit testers
• Fits midway wallplates out of the box with easy break-off fins for compatibility with Decora® and Decora Plus™ standard and screwless wallplates
Lever Edge Frequently Asked Questions
- What are Leviton Lever Edge devices?
- Lever Edge is an innovative wiring device featuring easy termination for a faster, safer installation.
- What termination is used for Residential Lever Edge switches and outlets?
- A unique Spring Action Clamp terminal, where the stripped end of a conductor is inserted into the terminal and a manually operated integral lever applies clamping pressure to a spring mechanism, without the use of screws. The spring action clamp is NOT to be confused with QuickwireTM push-in (stab) or back-wire clamp terminations.
- What wires can be used?
- 15 Amp lever connectors work with both 14 gauge and 12 gauge stranded and solid copper wire only, no aluminum or copper clad wire. 20 Amp lever connectors work with both 12 gauge and 10 gauge stranded and solid copper wire only, no aluminum or copper clad wire.
- Can Residential Lever Edge switches and outlets be rewired if needed for future applications?
- Yes, one advantage of Lever Edge devices is that they can be removed and terminated again.
- Are Residential Lever Edge switches and outlets NEC compliant?
- Yes, Lever Edge is compliant with the National Electrical Code® (NEC).
- Why must copper only wire be used with Lever Edge devices?
- Copper is simply more conductive than copper-clad aluminum, meaning electricity can flow through it more easily while encountering less resistance. When choosing between solid or stranded, the solid wire offers higher current capacity and is stronger and better protected from damage. Stranded wires offer superior bendability and flexibility, making them easier than solid wires to route around obstacles.
- Why should copper-clad aluminum wire NOT be used?
- Copper-clad aluminum wire is not as strong as copper wire. It is more likely to break or split due to its aluminum core. Copper-clad aluminum wire has a lower level of electrical conductivity than copper wire. While it is still more conductive than aluminum, copper-clad Aluminum wire lacks the electrical conductivity of copper wire.
