Getting to know the parts of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070

This article will help you identify the parts of the Wemo Smart Dimmer with Thread, WDS070.

Front

Status light: This is a four-color light that signifies the status of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070.
Top button: This button is used to turn ON the lights and change the brightness.
Bottom button: This button is used to turn OFF the lights or lower the brightness.
Power cut-OFF tab: This a pull-out tab used to stop power from flowing to the connected bulbs. Pull this out before changing a bulb to avoid damaging either the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 or the bulb.
Reset button: This is used to reboot and restore the Wemo Dimmer WDS070.

Rear

Terminal screws: These screws are used to hold the wires in place. Each screw is color-coded.
Push-in terminals: These terminals are used to connect wires using a push-in connection. There are two holes for each terminal but only one is necessary when wiring in your Wemo Dimmer WDS070. A hole can be used but the correct wire must be placed in the correct terminal.