Maestro Digital Switch Installation MA-S8AM- Neutral Required

This article provides resources on how to properly install a Lutron Maestro digital switch. 
 
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Prior to installation, confirm your wallbox contains neutral wires. The Maestro digital switch requires a neutral connection to function.
 
Note: Neutral wires are commonly identified by a bundle of two or more white wires capped off in the back of the wallbox. 
Here is a picture of a typical wallbox that contains a neutral connection (bundle of white wires):
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The MA-S8AM digital switch can be installed in a single-pole, 3-way, or multi-location application. Only one digital switch can be installed in a 3-way or multi-location application. Click on the links below for the available installation resources:
 
<img src='https://lutron.my.salesforce-sites.com/publicknowledge/servlet/rtaImage…; alt='Single Pole installation Icon' height='36' width='42'></img> <a target='_blank' href='https://webtools.lutron.com/wiringwizard/us/en?id=r526&p=q1:a2,q5,q… style='color: rgb(20, 86, 174);'>Single-pole install (for lights/fans controlled from one switch)</a>
<img src='https://lutron.my.salesforce-sites.com/publicknowledge/servlet/rtaImage…; alt='3 Way installation Icon' height='36' width='62'></img> <a target='_blank' href='https://webtools.lutron.com/wiringwizard/us/en?id=r527&p=q1:a2,q5,q… style='color: rgb(20, 86, 174);'>Three-way install with a Maestro accessory switch (for lights/fans controlled from two switches)</a> 
<img src='https://lutron.my.salesforce-sites.com/publicknowledge/servlet/rtaImage…; alt='4 Way installation Icon' height='36' width='98'></img> <a target='_blank' href='https://webtools.lutron.com/wiringwizard/us/en?id=r528&p=q1:a2,q5,q… style='color: rgb(20, 86, 174);'>Multi-location install with Maestro accessory switches (for lights/fans controlled from three or more switches)</a>
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Can I use this in a 3-way or 4-way application?
The MA-S8AM can be installed in a 3-way or 4-way application with the Maestro Accessory Switch (Model: MA-AS). It can not be installed with mechanical switches in a 3-way or 4-way.
 
Note: The MA-S8AM must be installed on the load side of a 3-way or 4-way circuit; place the companion switches in the remaining locations. 
 
How does a Maestro Companion Switch wire in a 4-way if there are only 3 terminals?
In a 4-way location, two wires will be connected to the blue screw terminal. These will be the wires that are tied to the blue screws on the other two switches. 
 
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Looking for a Maestro dimmer instead? Review the <a href='https://support.lutron.com/us/en/product/maestro/article/product-select…; target='_blank'>Selecting a Maestro Dimmer</a> product selection article to find the right dimmer for your needs.

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