Installing Your Leviton Decora Smart Zigbee Dimmer (DG6HD)

What You'll Need

• Leviton Decora Smart Zigbee Dimmer (DG6HD)
• Phillips head screwdriver
• Wire strippers
• Voltage tester
• Zigbee 3.0 compatible hub (SmartThings, Hubitat, etc.)
• Neutral wire required

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Turn off power: Switch off circuit breaker.
2. Remove existing switch: Unscrew and disconnect wires.
3. Wire the dimmer: Connect Line to brass, Load to red, Neutral to silver, Ground to green.
4. Mount dimmer: Secure in wall box and attach wall plate.
5. Restore power: Turn breaker back on.
6. Put hub in pairing mode: Open your Zigbee hub's app and start device discovery.
7. Pair dimmer: Press and hold dimmer's top paddle for 7 seconds until LED flashes amber.
8. Complete pairing: Hub should discover the dimmer. Assign to room.

Key Features

• Zigbee 3.0 for reliable mesh networking
• 600W incandescent or 300W LED/CFL
• Works with SmartThings, Hubitat, Zigbee2MQTT
• Acts as Zigbee repeater for other devices
• Full-range dimming with adjustable settings
• Manual override always works
• 3-way compatible with matching companion
• Preset light levels

Troubleshooting

• Won't pair: Bring hub closer or ensure Zigbee mesh has nearby repeaters. Factory reset by holding top paddle 14 seconds.
• Dropped from network: Check hub connectivity. Re-pair if needed.
• Flickering: Adjust minimum level in hub's device settings. Check LED bulb compatibility.
• Commands delayed: Strengthen Zigbee mesh with additional repeater devices.