Kichler Lighting Design Pro 15DC100, Instruction Manual

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Installing the Kichler Design Pro LED Controller
Read these instructions carefully before installing this unit.
• This power supply is for use with landscape lighting systems only.
• Do not submerge power supply.
• This device is accepted as a component of a landscape lighting system where the suitability of the combination shall be determined by National
Electric Code or local authorities having jurisdiction.
• WARNING:
• RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: use only with low voltage landscape fixtures and accessories. DO NOT use with swimming pool or spa lighting
fixtures.
• Do not connect two or more power supplies in parallel.
• Suitable for indoor or outdoor use.
• For use in dwellings only with provided conduit connection for secondary wiring.
• National Electrical Code requires that wiring where concealed or extended through a building wall must be enclosed in conduit.
• Power supply should be mounted close to power source. Extension cords should not be used with this unit.
WARNING:
• RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. Install power unit 5 feet (1.5m) or more from the pool, spa, or fountain where the power unit is installed (a)
indoor within 10 feet (3.0m) of a pool, spa, or fountain, or (b) outdoor, connect power to unit to a receptacle protected by a GFCI.
• This outdoor power unit shall be connected to a 115/120 volt covered GFCI receptacle marked “Wet Location” while in use.
• Mount the rain-tight power supply at least one foot above ground level with the wire terminals facing down. NOTE: Do not energize power supply
until installation of system is complete.
• Direct burial rated wire is to be buried a minimum of 6” (152mm) beneath the surface of the ground.
NOTE: If additional Direct Burial wire is needed, contact your local Kichler
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landscape distributor.
• 12 GA wire can be purchased in lengths of 100’ (30 M), 15501BK; 250’ (76 M), 15502BK; 500’ (152M), 15505BK; and 1000’ (304 M),
15506BK. 14 GA wire can be purchased in lengths of 250’ (76 M), 16088BK; 16 GA wire can be purchased in lengths of 250’ (76 M), 16089BK
Installation guidelines for locating the Kichler Design Pro LED Controller
1) Determine desired location for mounting the power supply. NOTE: When deciding location for mounting consideration should be taken for the
requirements listed above.
2) The mounting location should be in a well ventilated area that is away from sprinklers and irrigation spray.
3) The mounting location should be such that it promotes efficient routing to the various zones of a property, but minimizes excessive wire runs.
4) The power supply has a 66” [1.7 m] #18 ga. supply cord. It should be mounted near a 115/120 volt covered GFCI receptacle marked for wet
location while in use. Do not use an extension cord with this lighting system product. If a 115/120V branch circuit power source is not
available, it must be installed by a qualified electrician according to the NEC and local electric codes.
Mounting the Kichler Design Pro LED Controller
1) The power supply must be installed a minimum of 12" [30 cm] above the surface of the ground when measured to the point where the
secondary wire exits the unit.
2) On the mounting surface, mark the desired position of top keyhole mounting slot (approx 1/2" [1.5 cm] below the desired location of the top
edge of the power supply.)
3) If mounting to a solid surface such as wood, siding, etc;
A) Drill 1/8” diameter pilot holes at position marked in Step 2.
B) Drive mounting screw into hole until approximately 3/8" [1 cm] of thread remains.
If mounting to drywall or masonry:
A) Drill 1/4” diameter holes at positions marked in Step 2.
B) Push plastic anchors into holes and tap until flush.
C) Drive mounting screw into plastic anchors until approximately 3/8" [1 cm] of thread remains.
4) Slip tapered keyhole mounting slot over head of top screw and allow power supply to slide down and snug against the surface. Adjust screw
as necessary to ensure screw head is properly seated.
5) With power supply in place, mark locations for lower mounting screws. If mounting to a post or narrow surface, use bottom center mounting
hole; for a sturdier install when mounting on a structure or wider surface, use two outer mounting holes and leave center hole open.
6) Drill pilot holes or install bottom anchors as in step 3.
7) Replace power supply on top mounting screw and install bottom screws securely.
8) Plug power supply cord into standard 115/120 volt receptacle. NOTE: The power supply cord must be plugged into a weather
tight receptacle equipped with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).
9) Remove protective cover from LCD screen and keypad.