J&J Electronics ColorSplash XG LPL-F2C Series, Installation And Operation Manual

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WARNING
WARNING
Most states and local codes regulate the construction, installation, and operation of public
pools and spas, and the construction of residential pools and spas. It is important to comply
with these codes, many of which directly regulate the installation and use of this product.
Consult your local building and health codes for more information.
Do not, under any circumstances, splice wire underwater or behind the light niche during
the installation of this light.
INSTALLER NOTICE: This Installation and Operation Guide contains important information
about this LED light. Be sure to give this guide to the owner and/or operator of the LED light
for reference regarding the proper installation, operation and use of this product.
INSTALLER NOTICE: This light’s external cord cannot be replaced and should be handled
with care. Any damage to this external cord necessitates replacing the light.
INSTALLER NOTICE: A licensed electrician must complete the following steps prior to
installation of this light in a new pool or spa construction.
RATED FIXTURE LIFE: The illumination generated by ColorSplash XG Series LED light
fixtures are based on Light Emitting Diode (LED) technology. The average expected fixture life
is rated 50,000 elapsed time hours under normal operating conditions. Pool Water Temp: 33°F
to 97°F (1°C to 36°C), humidity: 0-95% non-condensing.
COMPLY WITH ALL RELATED CODES FOR THE INSTALLATION AND USE
OF THIS PRODUCT.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR LIGHT INSTALLATION.
WARNING
Read and follow all warning notices and instructions contained in this guide before installing
or using the product. Severe injury, death or property damage may result if the warnings
and instructions contained in this manual are not followed.
BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THIS LIGHT,
READ ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL.
WARNING
Always disconnect power to the pool and/or spa light at the circuit breaker panel before
attempting to service the light. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death due
to electrical shock. Installation must be performed in accordance with all applicable federal,
state & local installation codes and ordinances by a licensed or certified electrician or a
qualified pool professional. Improper installation may result in death or serious injury to
pool and/or spa users, installers or others due to electrical shock. In addition, improper
installation may cause property damage. This device is not intended for use in anything
other than in-ground pools/spas.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION.
WARNING
Confirm that the pool and/or spa meets all current National Electrical Code (N.E.C.) Article
680-22 requirements and any applicable local codes or ordinances. The electrical system
must be installed by a licensed or certified electrician to meet or exceed those requirements
prior to installation of the light. This includes, but is not limited to, the following National
Electrical Code requirements:
• Installation of a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) for line voltage models on the
lighting circuit with an appropriately rated circuit breaker.
• A junction box or low voltage transformer is located at least 8 inches above the maximum
pool water level and at least 48 inches from the pool edge; reference Figure 1.
• Proper electrical bonding of the light fixture and all metal items within 5 feet of the pool
• Proper wet niche installation with the top edge of the underwater light’s lens at least 18 inches
below the surface of the water in the pool and not more than 20” in Canada; reference
Figure 1.
• Proper electrical wet niche bonding and grounding using the #8 AWG ground connector
at the rear of the niche; reference Figure 1.
COLORSPLASH XG SERIES LED POOL AND SPA LIGHT FIXTURES
INSTALLATION (NEW POOL AND/OR SPA CONSTRUCTION)
The following steps detail installation of the ColorSplash XG Series LED light fixture into a
new pool and/or spa construction. Read this section in its entirety prior to beginning any
installation.
DANGER! FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSTALL AND USE THIS
PRODUCT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH.