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![]() Click the 3 dots in the top right corner and click on Settings.Make sure that all of the child relays are in the OFF state. Open your SmartThings app and click on the MultiRelay in your device list.Click here for detailed instructions to add the device to SmartThings. Install a custom driver for the MultiRelay before adding it to SmartThings.You can use any Z-Wave siren for that purpose. Z-WAVE SIREN: We recommend using a Z-Wave siren to sound an alarm whenever the door is being opened or closed remotely for added safety.Z-WAVE OPEN/CLOSE SENSOR: We recommend using a tilt sensor to reliably track the status of your sectional garage door but you can also use any Z-Wave contact sensor for that purpose. You will need an open/close sensor to know whether the door is open or closed.INSTALL ADDITIONAL Z-WAVE DEVICES TO COMPLETE THE SET-UP NEVER connect DC power and USB power to the ZEN16 at the same time.Ģ. Please do NOT use laptop chargers or Apple accessories with the MultiRelay. Click here for the recommended power supply to power the MultiRelay ZEN16. RESTORE POWER: Connect the opener and ZEN16 MultiRelay back to their power source.If you have a wall switch with a light button on it as well and would like to continue using it to turn the light on, please use the below diagram instead (only for use with this particular type of wall switch): CONNECT THE MULTIRELAY: Connect the 2 wires coming from the opener to the R1 terminals on the MultiRelay and run 2 jumper wires between the wall switch screws and Sw1 terminals on the MultiRelay as shown in the below diagram.DISCONNECT THE SWITCH: Open the switch cover and disconnect the 2 wires coming to it from the opener.Keep the MultiRelay unplugged from its power source. POWER OFF: turn the circuit power off in the breaker panel before you start.The recommended gauge for 15 Amp circuits is 14 AWG and 12 AWG for 20 Amp circuits. If you don’t have the necessary tools to perform the installation or are not sure which tools to use or how, please hire an electrician to complete the installation for you. Follow the National Electrical Code and your local safety regulations when performing the installation, including (but not limited to), choosing the correct gauge of jumper wires. Use appropriate electrical tools when cutting, prepping, and stripping electrical wires. WIRING TIPS: Always take "before" pictures just in case you need to restore the original set-up or send us images for consultation. use the correct screwdriver size for the terminal screws on your MultiRelay and wall switches (if connecting them).If you have a simple one-button garage door switch, just use the below diagram to wire the MultiRelay next to it (you can wire up to 3 door switches to a single MultiRelay): If your garage door opener uses a proprietary wireless control system, you will NOT be able to use the ZEN16 MultiRelay (or any other Z-Wave device) to control the opener. The device will work great with simple momentary garage door wall switches. Here are detailed instructions on how to accomplish an easy and affordable DIY Z-Wave garage door opener solution with the ZEN16 MultiRelay: It's recommended to always sound an audible alarm (like a loud siren) whenever the doors are being opened or closed remotely. You will need to install a Z-Wave contact or tilt sensor on the garage door to track its position. The ZEN16 MultiRelay is NOT a reliable solution to track the open/close status of your garage door. Remember to check your local safety regulations first and make sure you test the device thoroughly after programming it to prevent accidental operation. You can automate your standard garage door with the MultiRelay following the steps below. ![]()
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