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Meross MSS510 Smart Light Switch User Manual

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1 Meross MSS510 Smart Light
Switch
2 Specification
3 INSTALLATION GUIDE
4 HARDWARE INSTALLATION
5 LED AND BUTTON RULES
6 GENERAL SETTINGS
7 FAQs
8 Video
9 Related Posts

Meross MSS510 Smart Light Switch

Specification

OPERATION MODE: ON-OFF

CURRENT RATING: 4 Amps
OPERATING VOLTAGE: 120 Volts
CONTACT TYPE: Normally Open
CONNECTOR TYPE: Clamp
BRAND: meross
SWITCH STYLE: Single Pole Light Switch
TERMINAL: Spst
MATERIAL: Flame retardant plastic
ITEM DIMENSIONS LXWXH:7 x 2.8 x 1.5 inches
FREQUENCY: 60 Hz
OUTPUT: 400W INC, 150W CFL&LED.
BUTTON: On/Off Button.
ANTENNA: One internal antenna
CERTIFICATIONS: FCC, IC, ETL

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.

Make sure the power is OFF at the circuit breaker for the wall switch you are replacing.
The wall switch must be installed and used in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC) or your local
electrical code. If you are unfamiliar with these codes, or are uncomfortable performing the installation, please
call a qualified electrician.
Do not install the wall switch with wet hands or when standing on wet or damp surfaces.
The wall switch is for North America only. Max 400W INC bulb, 150W CFL or LED bulb.

INSTALLATION GUIDE

BEFORE WE GET STARTED

Replace single pole switch. Not compatible with 3 way or 4 way switch.*
Neutral wire (white wire) is required.
Only supports 2.4 GHz WI-Fi networks.
A 3 or 4 way switch is a light that is controlled by more than one switch.
Download the Meross app. You will need it to setup, manage and upgrade your smart device.
HARDWARE INSTALLATION

NOTE: You can also refer to the instructions in Meross app and follow it step by step.

Make sure your traditional switch is single pole switch. This smart switch is not for 3 way or 4 way switches.
Place your smartphone near the traditional switch to make sure the location is covered by strong Wi-Fi signal.
Get you tools ready and turn off the power at the circuit breaker that controls the switch. Double check the
power using a voltage detector.

Remove the faceplate and pull out the traditional switch. Finding the neutral wire (usually white) in your
electrical box. This smart switch requires a neutral wire to work. Otherwise it won’t work.

Unscrew the wires and connect them according to picture below.

Push the smart switch back into the box and turn the power on at the circuit breaker. If the switch works
manually and the LED is flashing amber and green, then you are good to go for setting up. If not, please turn
off the power at the circuit breaker and check the wiring.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Merossapp.

SET UP THE DEVICE

For Android user. Open Meross app and tap+ on the top right. Just follow the instructions in Meross app and
you will set it up in minutes. If you want to use HomeKit with an iOS device after setup on Android. Just launch
your Home app and scan or input the code printed on the device or user manual. No reset or extra
configuration needed .

For iOS user. Please follow instructions below.

Please ensure that your iPhone or iPad is connecting to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. Or you may not be able to set it
up.
Please make sure you are having iOS 12 or above. We recommend you to upgrade to iOS 13 to have
better HomeKit user experience.
Use Apple Home app instead of Meross app to set it up. Just launch your Home app and tap “Add
Accessory” or+ on the top right and follow the instructions. It may take a few minutes and then you’ll be
all set. The setup code is printed on the device and the user manual. Input the code on the label and wait.
You should be able to set it up in a minute.

After that, if you’d like to manage your MSS510 in Meross app, please connect to your home Wi-Fi and
 launch your Meross app and tap+ on the top right. It will help you find devices in the same Wi-Fi network.
Just tap add and you’ll be able to manage MSS510 in Meross app. For example, upgrading firmware and
binding to Amazon or Google voice assistants.

NOTE:

According to Apple HomeKit, the only way to set up HomeKit accessory with iOS is Home app. If you don’t
want to set up with Home app, you will have to use an Android device.
lf you can’t setup the device with Home app. It might be that the iOS is having cache issue with Homekit
device. Please try to
Reset the smart device and kill the Home app and retry.
RestartyouriOS and retry. (This is important.)
Ensure that your iOS is connecting to 2.4G of your home Wi-Fi.
Have your iOS forget all otherWi-Fi in your home.

You can also contact us at [email protected]. We are always happy to help.

LED AND BUTTON RULES

HOW TO USE

GENERAL SETTINGS

Device name: Change device name.

LED: Turn on/off LED indicator.
User manual: Check user manual.

VOICE CONTROL

Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant: Check how to pair Amazon alexa and Google assistant on Account-
>lntegration.
APPLE HOMEKIT WITH SIRI AND REMOTE CONTROL (IOSONLY)

After you finish the setup process. You can control your device with Siri when your iOS is connected to your home
Wi-Fi. Learn more at https://support apple com/en-us/HT208280

You can share control of your home to your family by inviting them. Learn more at https·//support apple com/en-
us/HT208709 Please be noted that Home app can NOT control your device remotely unless you set up a home
hub in your home. Apple requires this hub to fulfill remote control. Learn more at https·//support apple com/en-
us/HT207057

WIDGETS

Widgets are the quick access to your Meross devices and Scenes. To enable it, please go to Account-> Widget to
add shortcuts first. And then follow below steps on your smartphones to activate them.

FOR IPHONES:

Swipe to the right on your Home or Lock screen.

Scroll down to the bottom of your widget list and then tap edit.
Scroll down to find Meross and add it.

FOR ANDROID SMARTPHONES:

 On the home screen, tap and hold on an available space.
Tap Widgets, find Meross widget and then add it.

FAQs

What should I do when I can’t turn the wall switch on/off manually?

Please check the Status LED. If it is off:

· Make sure that you restore power to the wall switch at the circuit breaker.
· Make sure the wall switch is wired correctly. Please consult with a qualified electrician.

What should I do when my Meross app is unable to control the added Wall Switch?

Please check the following:

· Check the main Wi-Fi’s Internet connection.
· Make sure that main Wi-Fi’s password hasn’t been changed.
· Do not use a metal faceplate with the wall switch as that will decrease the Wi-Fi signal.
· Short press the reboot button to reboot device. Device will reconnect automatically, no extra configuration
needed.
If all else fails, please factory reset MSS510 and try to add it again.

How do I pair my Meross devices with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant?

VisitAccount->Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant page within Meross app for pairing instructions.

Why my iOS will require me to use Home app when setting it up?

This is required by Apple iOS. If you want manage your device in Meross app, please launch your Meross app
after the setup and tap+ on the top right. Meross app will find devices in the same Wi-Fi network.

I can’t pair my device with HomeKit anyhow.

Please make sure your iOS is connecting to the 2.4GHz of your home Wi-Fi and you are having iOS 12 or above.
Restart your iOS will help due to some system cache issue.

Does meross switch require an ipad or homepod or apple tv for remote control?

Yes. Local control requires nothing additional, but HomeKit remote control requires you to install an iPad or
HomePod or Apple TV in your house. Please go to Apple HomeKit website to learn more.

The description for this product states “15 Amps”, but down here in the Q&A the supplier states it is
rated for “400 watts ” which is true?

It says 15 amps because most house circuits are hooked up to 15 amp breakers, its only rated for 400W output to
a light though. However you do no need your light switch to be capable of sending 15 amps to a light that would
trip your breaker 400W is fine.

Will this work for a pool light? i have homekit and the dimmers i use inside aren’t compatible with the
pool led light.

It works with the led can lights I use. It depends on whether or not the pool led light is able to be dimmed. Some
can not be.

How long can this product be used?

No more than 24 hours a day.

Z wave? If nit how integrates with Smartthings?

It is not z-wave. It is wifi only.

does the light switch have a randomized schedule when set to awat like the wemo system?
 If used on the Apple echo system, or Alexa or Google so yes fully Scheduled if need be. Also Meross has app.
The light could be shut off on scheduled time period Five minutes 10 minutes whatever.

Has anyone had a problem with the two screws provided with this wall switch being the wrong thread
size? I had to use the screws from my Old switch

Yes, but was able to get them into the older switch electrical box.

Does it work with SmartLife App?

No, it doesn’t.

Does this work with ifttt?

We advice you use our meross app’s Routine function, or use the Routine feature of Alexa, Google, HomeKit, you
can also implement the function of IF this Than That.

Why voice control does not work with Google Assistant?

To use Google or Amazon’s voice control, you must use the latest version of the meross app to add devices
before connecting to the Google Home app or Amazon Alexa app.

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