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What is lowest wattage for WS467

I just installed a WS467 wall switch to control a 4 watt night light and was surprised to find it doesn't work.

If I use the switch, the light varies from dim to normal, but will not go totally off.

If I attempt to turn it on or off using a remote, nothing at all happens.

If I replace the 4 watt bulb with a larger bulb, it works properly.

I previously used used an wall outlet to control this light, but the loud clack when turning on or off was disturbing.

Has anyone modified this switch to work with smaller loads?

Thanks

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DLC
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2 wire X10 lamp modules require a 40 watt load to work. Without the benefit of a connection to Neutral, the signal path is through the bulb's filament even when the light is off. The filament in the nightlight is not sufficient to provide that path and a minimum 40 watt bulb (60 is more reliable) is required. If you use one of the wall switch modules with a neutral wire (Leviton or Switchlinc) or a plug-in lamp module you can control the night light.

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BruceR

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