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Associations

The WS15Z5-1 supports one Group with fi ve Nodes for lifeline communication. 
Group 1 must be assigned the Node ID of the Controller to which unsolicited 
notifi cations from the WS15Z5-1 will be sent. The Z-Wave Controller should set 
this Association automatically after inclusion. You can associate up to fi ve Z-Wave 
devices to Group 1. Lifeline Association only supports the “manual reset” event.
For instructions on how to “set Lifeline Association” please refer to your wireless 
Controller instructions.

Creating Associations

1. 

Learn all devices into the Z-Wave Hub.

2. 

Tap the paddle of the WS15Z5-1 four times quickly to enter Association mode. 
The LED will begin to blink quickly (twice per second).

3. 

Tap the paddle of the switch or device you want to Associate to the WS15Z5-1 
three times.

4. 

Repeat Step #3 for up to 5 total dimmers and / or switches within 60 seconds of 
entering Association mode.

5. 

Association mode will turn off after 60 seconds.

Although the Associations are now functional, it is recommended that you refer to 
your Hubs instructions to “Poll” or “Heal” the Z-Wave network to recognize the new 
Associations.

Removing Associations

To remove the Associations, if the Hub has recognized the Associations, refer to 
the Z-Wave Hub’s instructions on how to remove Associations. If the Hub has not 
recognized the Associations, removing the WS15Z5-1 from the Z-Wave network will 
eliminate the Associations.

ADVANCED OPERATION

All On/All Off

The WS15Z5-1 supports the ALL ON / ALL OFF commands. The WS15Z5-1 can be 
set to respond to ALL ON and ALL OFF commands four different ways.
Refer to your Controller for information on how to set the WS15Z5-1 to operate in 
the manner you desire. Some Controllers may be only able to set certain settings of 
ALL ON/ALL OFF response.
The four different ways the WS15Z5-1 can be setup to respond to ALL ON and ALL 
OFF commands are:

1. 

Responds to ALL ON or the ALL OFF command.

2. 

Responds to ALL OFF command but will not respond to ALL ON command.

3. 

Responds to ALL ON command but will not respond to ALL OFF command.

4. 

Responds to ALL ON and the ALL OFF command.

CONFIGURATION

The WS15Z5-1 supports the Confi guration  command.

 Each unit can be 

confi gured to operate slightly differently than how it works when you fi rst install it. 
Using the Confi guration command you can confi gure the following:

Night Light

By default, the LED on the WS15Z5-1 will turn OFF when the load attached is 
turned ON. To make the LED turn ON when the load attached is turned ON, set 
Parameter 3 to a value of 1.

Parameter Length Valid Values

Confi guration Option

3

1 Byte

0

LED OFF when the load is on, and ON when the load 
is off 

(default - night lite mode)

1

LED ON when the load is on, and OFF when the 
load is off

2

LED is always on

3

LED is always off

4

LED blinks during RF transmissions from or to the 
device

Invert Switch

To change the top of the switch to OFF and the bottom of the switch ON, set 
Parameter 4 to a value of 1.

Parameter Length Valid Values

Confi guration Option

4

1 Byte

0

Top of switch is ON, bottom of switch is OFF 

(default)

1

Bottom of switch is ON, top of switch is OFF

Over-The-Air (OTA) Update

A Quadruple tap of the switch enables the fi rmware update mode. Firmware update 
mode must be entered before the system Controller sends the fi rmware update 
command to begin downloading new fi rmware. Firmware update mode is enabled 
for 60 seconds after the quadruple tap. If the Firmware update does not begin 
before the end of the 60 seconds then fi rmware update mode is exited returns 
to normal operation. The LED “winks” twice per second indicating it is in fi rmware 
update mode.

Resetting to Defaults

Each confi guration Parameter can be set back to its default setting by setting the 
default bit in the Confi guration Set command. See your Controller’s instructions on 
how to do this (and if it supports it). All confi guration commands will be reset to their 
default state when the WS15Z5-1 is excluded from the Z-Wave network by using 
the Controller to reset the node.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power:

 

120 VAC, 60 Hz

Signal (Frequency):

 

908.42 MHz / 916 MHz

Maximum Load: 

 

Resistive: 15 amps (1800 watts) maximum, 120 VAC

 

Motor: 1/2 H.P. maximum, 120 VAC

 

Incandescent: 600W maximum, 120 VAC

Range:

 

Up to 130 feet line of sight

Z-Wave® and Z-Wave Plus® are registered trademarks of Sigma Designs

and its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

REGULATORY INFORMATION

The WS15Z5-1 is certifi ed to comply with applicable FCC and IC rules and regulations governing RF and EMI 
emissions. 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device 
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference 
that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a 
residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance 
with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that 
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to 
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
•  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
•  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician to help.
•  Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s 

authority to operate the equipment

IC Notice

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Le présent appareil est conforme 
aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux 
conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout 
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

This device complies with the Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following 
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

WARRANTY

This Nortek Security & Control product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for twelve (12) 
months. 

This warranty extends only to wholesale customers

 who buy direct from Nortek Security & Control or 

through Nortek Security & Control’s normal distribution channels. 

Nortek Security & Control does not warrant 

this product to consumers.

 Consumers should inquire from their selling dealer as to the nature of the dealer’s 

warranty, if any. 

There are no obligations or liabilities on the part of Nortek Security & Control for consequential 

damages arising out of or in connection with use or performance of this product or other indirect damages 
with respect to loss of property, revenue, or profi t, or cost of removal, installation, or re-installation.

 All implied 

warranties, including implied warranties for merchantability and implied warranties for fi tness, are valid only until 
Warranty Expiration Date as labeled on the product. 

This Nortek Security & Control LLC Warranty is in lieu of all 

other warranties express or implied. 

All products returned for warranty service require a Return Product Authorization Number (RPA#). Contact Nortek 
Security & Control Returns at 1-855-546-3279 for an RPA# and other important details.

IMPORTANT !!!

Radio controls provide a reliable communications link and fi ll an important need in portable wireless signaling. 
However, there are some limitations which must be observed.

•  For U.S. installations only: The radios are required to comply with FCC Rules and Regulations as Part 15 devices. 

As such, they have limited transmitter power and therefore limited range.

•  A receiver cannot respond to more than one transmitted signal at a time and may be blocked by radio signals that 

occur on or near their operating frequencies, regardless of code settings.

•  Changes or modifications to the device may void FCC compliance.
•  Infrequently used radio links should be tested regularly to protect against undetected interference or fault.
•  A general knowledge of radio and its vagaries should be gained prior to acting as a wholesale distributor or dealer, 

and these facts should be communicated to the ultimate users. 

PRINTER’S INSTRUCTIONS:

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