AWSMG-IDW dimmer switch traveler not getting enough voltage?

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nvue

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Currently I'm trying to install the AWSMG-IDW switch. The switch is built for 3 way incandescent lighting. I have a very good understanding on how 3 way lighting works and have done it hundreds of times but never with a dimmer involved. My current issue is when the switch is in the off position, the traveler leg (yellow on this switch) is supposed to become energized and sends power to another switch right? The problem is that when the switch is off, the traveler is only getting ~90 volts. I'm pretty sure it's not supposed to do that. I have 4 of these switches and have checked with all 4 switches and they all only pull 90 volts on the traveler. Are my swithces bad or am I doing something wrong?
 

GoldDigger

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The question is whether the yellow lead is really a power lead or (also) a signalling lead to a switch which is also directly powered.
The interaction with two dimmers in a 3-way may be different from the interaction with just an normal 3-way switch at the other end.
Look at the installation wiring diagrams.

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Bigrig

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Dayton, OH
I believe GoldDigger is correct. Note from the instructions:

The Renoir II product line supports up to 5-way control. Any combination of
Dimmers, Fan Controls, Switches, or Remotes are supported with a MAXIMUM OF
5 DEVICES. Total run length from end to end is MAXIMUM 250 FEET. Remotes
require Uncontrolled Hot, Neutral, & Ground for proper operation. One traveler wire is
to run in between all masters and remotes.
Remotes draw 15mA power (ea) from the
Control to which they are connected.
NOTE: Remote Hot/Neutral should ideally be fed from the same circuit as the Master. If
this is not possible, ensure that the master and remote are both fed from the same phase.
 
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