XICATO XFL Installation Instructions Manual Download Page 1 | Manualshive

Page: 1 / 13

XICATO XFL Installation Instructions Manual Download Page 1

xicato.com

XFL Flexible Linear LED

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WET

LOCATION

DC

ONLY

Xicato designs and delivers one of the broadest portfolio spot and linear light sources and

electronics that enable architects, designers and building managers to create beautiful,

smart spaces in which people love to live and work. With thousands of installations around

the globe, Xicato continues to be a leading supplier of high quality lighting solutions.

Xicato is defining the future of intelligent light sources by integrating electronics, software

and connectivity. Founded in 2007, Xicato has offices in China, Europe and the U.S., with

it’s headquarters based in Silicon Valley.

1
2
3
...
»

Summary of Contents for XFL

Page 1: ...ng managers to create beautiful smart spaces in which people love to live and work With thousands of installations around the globe Xicato continues to be a leading supplier of high quality lighting solutions Xicato is defining the future of intelligent light sources by integrating electronics software and connectivity Founded in 2007 Xicato has offices in China Europe and the U S with it s headqu...

Page 2: ...it can be configured cut to size connected and installed so you can design your LED lighting layout Installing flexible linear lighting is easy however basic wiring skills such as stripping splicing extending and connecting wires are required This product should be installed and serviced in accordance with local and national electrical code regulations by a qualified licensed electrician Failure t...

Page 3: ...pply between 100V 277V Remove XFL product from reel before applying power Apply power to test XFL product before mounting Do not exceed maximum suggested run length Doing so may cause inconsistencies in brightness and performance Do not exceed 80 of power supply rated wattage Doing so may cause overheating shorting and possible fire Doing so may also shorten the lifespan of the power supply Always...

Page 4: ...e Press firmly to ensure proper adhesion 1 DIRECT INSTALLATION ON SURFACE Using a lint free cloth wipe the installation surface with 50 50 alcohol solution to ensure a clean mounting surface free of oils silicones and dirt particles A smooth mounting surface is required to ensure proper adhesion XFL product 2 After measuring mounting location carefully cut the light strip to desired length Make su...

Page 5: ... oils silicones and dirt particles A smooth mounting surface is required to ensure proper adhesion 2 1 INSTALLATION IN CHANNELS Ensure that wires are long enough to extend past end cap Check that end caps and mounting channels were included with channel order Channel and lens sized to ensure that lengths match Carefully handle lens to avoid cracking Carefully align full length of channel with end ...

Page 6: ...emove backing slowly while adhering XFL product to mounting channel making sure not to wrinkle XFL product After removing backing and adhering XFL product to mounting channel press firmly to ensure proper adhesion Adhesive backing Do not wrinkle 1 After measuring mounting location carefully cut the light strip to desired length Make sure to ONLY cut along the dashed lines provided These dashed lin...

Page 7: ... 5050CL Dow Corning 737 or Momentive RTV 11 If sealing the wired side of the LED tape place a small puddle of sealant where the wires connect to the strip 4 Insert the end cap on the end of the strip until the back wall of the end cap is touching the end of the strip 5 Allow 24hrs for the silicone sealant to fully cure RE SEALING IP67 XFL CONTINUED Rev 1 2 February 2022 7 WET LOCATION DC ONLY XFL ...

Page 8: ...t Here Soldered Contacts There are multiple options for connecting XFL The procedure at right illustrates how to connect strips using solderless strip to wire connectors Strip to wire and strip to strip connectors are available for all XFL products Compatible connectors must be selected for specific XFL product type Though solderless connections are generally easier to use than soldering contacts ...

Page 9: ...ser lens Protective lens film Mounting channel Lens Remove adhesive backing starting at one end of XFL product Remove backing slowly while adhering XFL product to mounting channel making sure not to wrinkle XFL product After removing backing and adhering XFL product to mounting channel press firmly to ensure proper adhesion Adhesive backing Do not wrinkle Use electric drill and or screwdriver to i...

Page 10: ...m a single looped Loop back connection which also produces more consistent results Often used for room perimeter and cove applications 3 Power supply In the Array option light strip legs are individually powered Total wattage should be determined so as not to overload power supply Power supply 4 WIRING AND CONNECTION OPTIONS CONTINUED 2 3 Light strip can be powered directly by a 24V battery in the...

Page 11: ...s of voltage that occurs as power flows along a wired connection in low voltage systems Risk of voltage drop increases as the length of a wired connection is increased Wire length and thickness as well as total light wattage can influence the amount of voltage drop VOLTAGE DROP Recommended Maximum Wire Lengths Power Supply to Light Strips 22 AWG Wire Light Strip Length 48 ft 14 63 m 36 ft 10 97 m ...

Page 12: ...etal prongs of splice connectors are pierced through or contacting solder pads Install a higher wattage power supply or reduce wattage by shortening length of XFL product being used Overheated power supply An overheated power supply will trip the internal auto reset of the power supply repeatedly turning the system on off Reduce power supply load by shortening the lengths XFL product being used Co...

Page 13: ...Xicato Global Headquarters 102 Cooper Court Los Gatos CA 95032 Contact Us Tel 1 866 223 8395 info xicato com www xicato com For the most up to date data sheet please visit xicato com support ...

Reviews:

No comments