7. Choosing a Fixture
White Wires
Black Wires
Ground Wires
a.
Select a post fixture for installation. Make sure
the fixture's drain hole is not aligned with the
top hole of the pole.
b.
Using wire nuts, connect the fixture wires with
the supply wires from top of pole by matching
black wires with black wires, white with white
and ground wires with ground wire.
Warning:
Maximum wattage for lighting fixture is
300 watts – there is a risk of fire if using wattage higher
than the recommended amount.
8. Operating the GFCI
This post is equipped with a convenient outlet. The Conveneince outlet on
this post has a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) safety outlet feature.
In the event of a ground fault, the GFCI will trip and stop the flow of
electricity to prevent serious injury.
To use, lift the outlet cover to plug in additional
working outdoor-rated devices such as portable
radios. Allow the outlet cover to partially close
over the plug, as shown in Diagram, to protect
the outlet from the elements. Keep cover of
Conveneience outlet closed when not in use.
Post must be wired according to
directions in order for convenience
outlet to work properly. If
additional devices plugged into
Convenience outlet do not operate,
see procedure for resetting and
testing GFCI outlet.
9. Resetting & Testing
1. Make sure the Post is properly wired
2. Plug a radio or another outdoor rated working device into the (GFCI)
Convenience Outlet.
3. Press the RESET button fully. Turn power on for the device that is
plugged into convenience outlet to verify that power is on.
4. Press the TEST button in order to trip the safety device. This should
stop the flow of electricity causing the additional device to turn off.
Note that the RESET button will pop out.
5. To restore power, press the RESET button.
6. Test the outlet monthly to assure proper and safe operation by following
steps 4 and 5.
Follow Diorections
T
est Monthly
Troubleshooting
If fixture does not work:
1. Turn off electrical power and check all wire connections.
2. Check fuse or circuit breaker and change if necessary.
3. Check to make sure light bulb is in working order.
4. Ensure that dimmer switch is in the "on" position.
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