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Jiffy Niche
TM
SERIES NICHES
IS0608UA_Rev B
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Introduction:
This manual contains information for the proper installation and operation of the Hayward Jiffy Niche
TM
series niches. A qualified
professional should do installation of the Hayward Jiffy Niche
TM
. Failure to install according to the instructions will void the warranty.
Features:
1. Attractive, injection molded Duralon
TM
face rim assembly, for corrosion-free performance.
2. Fast and simple installation. Minimal tools required.
3. Specially designed wire sealing system, for sealing pool water from conduit pipe.
Important Information Regarding All Models:
1. Jiffy
Niche
TM
underwater lighting fixture housings (Niche) are Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Listed under File E 39338-
Category WBDT. These niches are New York City (NYC) Bureau of Electrical Control approved for use with low voltage (12
volt) lighting fixtures. U.L. Listed for fresh water, which includes salt pools with a maximum of 3700ppm salt content, and
complies with 1999 National Electrical Code (NEC).
2. Jiffy
Niche
TM
model SP0608U underwater fixture housings (Niche) are UL Listed only for use with Hayward Submersible Light
Fixtures: SP0590SL, SP0590HSL, SP0591SL, SP0591HSL, SP0592HSL, SP0532(S)LED, SP0533(S)LED, SP0534(S)LED,
SP0535(S)LED.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS COMMON FOR ALL MODELS:
1. The National Electrical Code (NEC) requires that the top of the light lens be at least 18” below the water level. Be sure to
position the niche so that it is in compliance with this requirement. Some installers position the niche 24” below the
anticipated water level to avoid any inspection authority issues with this requirement.
SP0608U
A. For Vinyl Lined Metal Wall, Vinyl Lined Fiberglass Panel, Or Non-Lined
Fiberglass Pools:
1. If not pre-punched by the factory, drill & cut out the wall panel sections as per dimensions below:
a. CIRCULAR PANEL CUTOUT: 6” minimum to 6-1/8“ maximum diameter hole.
2. After unpacking the niche carton, remove the large lock ring on the backside of the housing assembly.
3. For non-lined pools only, install the flange gasket to the backside of the flange on the housing
assembly by peeling off the paper exposing the adhesive, and pressing it firmly onto the flange.
4. If desired, caulk the backside of the housing flange (lined pool) or housing flange gasket (non-lined
pool) with silicone or other suitable sealing compound.
5. Insert the housing assembly through the wall panel section from the interior of the pool.
6. Position the grounding bracket towards the TOP (12 O’clock). (Fig.1)
7. Install the large lock ring from the exterior of the pool, with the six (6) holes facing away from
the pool wall (outward).
8. Snug the lock ring by hand while being careful to keep the word “TOP” on the outside of the
housing towards the TOP (12 O’clock).
9. Insert the posts of the installation tool (Hayward P/N SP0608UT) into any two (2) adjacent
holes on the lock ring. (Fig.2)
10. Insert a screwdriver (or similar tool) into either of the two (2) pry-bar slots. This will be used
to prevent the housing assembly from rotating during final tightening. (Fig.2)
11. While firmly holding the screwdriver in the previous step, use a small
rubber mallet to strike the tab of the installation tool, rotating the lock
ring in the clockwise direction to tighten.
12. Install conduit fittings as needed. All Jiffy Niche
TM
niches are provided
with two (2) UL Listed Conduit Fittings. A 1” trade size, 45° sweep
elbow is provided for the purpose of directing the conduit pipe towards
the SP0680/SP0681 Listed Junction Box location. A 1” x ¾” reducer
USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS
