1. Remove Turn off the power. Test circuit for power.
2. Remove the cover plate.
3. Remove the retaining screws at the top and bottom of the switch.
4. Pull the switch straight out from the box.
5. Note the position of the wires and transfer them over to the corresponding terminals on the new dimmer control.
o We recommend using the terminals instead of the slip connectors found on the back of some devices. If the dimmer has wire leads, then twist the leads to the corresponding wire from the switch box and secure it by screwing on a wire cap.
o If the wire is stranded, twist the strands together.
o Create a "U" shaped loop of bare wire about 3/4" long.
o The screw tightens in the clockwise direction. Hook the loop under the terminal screw so that tightening the screw pulls the wire tightly under it, rather than pushing it out.
6. Gently fold the wires into the box as you push in the dimmer.
7. Secure the switch at the top and bottom with the retaining screws.
8. Replace the cover plate.
9. Turn on the power.
10. Test the dimmer.