Devices Needed?

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I am a newbie in Z-wave. May some experts in this forum can help me what devices do I need for the following setup:

Currently I have three wired connections for my lights and fountains. They are all plugged into the three receptacles in my garage. They are all low-voltaged and controlled by timers. Is there a module available to control all the three connections separately? I know there are z-wave switches and receptacles, but I do not need a switch and I do not want to have three separate wires connect to the z-wave receptacles. Are there any alternatives?

What about ACT HomePro ZRF113? Can I put the ZRF113 (without a physical switch) between the lights or fountains and to a live connection, so switches and receptacles can be eliminated. Then I can control ZRF113 with vera for the timer function, so I can get rid all of the physical timers in my garage.

Do I have to get three ZRF113, or are there one module that is a available that can control three separate connections?

Thanks…

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I’m not aware of a single module that controls three loads separately. Three ACT HomePro ZRF113’s should do the trick. The ZRF113 must be inside an electric box to be wired safely. I’ve seen large waterproof electric boxes at hardware stores that could be used to house the ZRF113s. Or, three of the GE Outdoor Modules (#45604) could work (suggest using the outdoor module because you are in the garage). In either case, make sure the load is compatible with the module you are using.

I’ve been using a GE 45604 with a water circulating pump that delivers hot water to the master bathroom. Works great.

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If I understand what you stating - you want to control is 3 devices that are on 3 low-voltage transformers with timers. Z-Wave Receptacles: http://smarthome-products.com/s-44-receptacles.aspx do not require a neutral - have several of these scenerios setup - receptacles in weather-proof boxes and pull the pins on the transformer timers put them in a plastic bag and setup the on/off through Vera - the ZRF113 is overkill for your application. Any outdoor module - the HA04C, ZRP110 and 45604 would all work as well 8)

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If you choose the receptacle route you will need three units total (6 outlets). The in-wall receptacles typically have one z-wave controlled and one pass-through outlet. Receptacles do require a neutral and your outlets should already have a neutral because it is needed to run the load.