Version 2018.1
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Electrical Recommendations
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RCDS (RESIDUAL CURRENT DEVICES)
SURGE PROTECTORS
3-PHASE SUPPLIES
INSULATION RESISTANCE/ ELECTRIC STRENGTH TESTING
An RCD is a protective safety device used to automatically disconnect the
electrical supply when an imbalance is detected between live conductors.
Requirements for use, and the needed RCD rating, will vary depending on
the type of installation. Valoya luminaires are designed to be installed in
fixed electrical installations where no plug is permitted for connecting the
luminaire to the mains supply.
Valoya LED drivers have built-in surge protection. However, to protect against
surge peaks above 4KV (e. g. due to a lightning strike) we recommend the
installation of transient voltage surge suppression.
• Do not apply power without the Neutral connected.
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Ensure the supply is off before disconnecting the Neutral.
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To avoid erratic dimming or possible product damage, do not connect
the same dimmer or controller to luminaires supplied by different mains
phases.
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Valoya products have been fully tested during manufacture. There is no
need to test again.
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If the electrical site wiring must be tested, test with the luminaires and
LED drivers disconnected from the mains supply.
• If luminaires and LED drivers are connected to the mains supply during
the test, all Live phases and Neutral must be connected together before
the test is carried out (Remember to check correct reconnection before
reapplying the mains supply).
