Armacost Lighting 810480 Directives D'installation

12-volt DC, 48 Watt Constant Voltage LED Power Supply
Item # 810480
Highly effi cient, stabilized 12-volt DC power
for LED lighting
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
Power to this LED power supply must be disconnected at all times
during installation.
Observe polarity of the 12-volt DC output. Failure to observe
polarity could damage LED lighting.
Total wattage of all LED fi xtures used must not exceed the 48 watt
rating of this power supply.
This electronic LED power supply is not compatible with
standard 120-volt AC dimmer switches. Use only Armacost
Lighting low voltage 12-volt DC LED dimmers for brightness
control of lighting.
Power supply will shut off in case of lighting overload, open
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circuit, short circuit, over-temperature or other fault. Unit
will automatically restart after the fault has been corrected.
For dry location use only. Allow for ventilation. Do not install
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in cabinet smaller than 12 in. W x 12 in. H x 12 in. D.
Use only insulated staples or plastic ties to secure cords
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and wires.
Route and secure wires so they will not be pinched or damaged.
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All wiring must be in accordance with national and local
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electrical codes, low voltage Class 2 circuit. For wire runs
inside of walls, use properly certifi ed CL2 or better cabling
and appropriate mounting hardware. If you are unclear as
to how to install and wire this product, contact a qualifi ed
electrician. Failure to install this device properly may result
in electrical shock or fi re.
Do not install Class 2 low voltage wiring in the same runs
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as AC main power. If AC and low voltage wires cross, keep
them at 90-degree angles.
Input:
120-volt AC
Understanding Voltage Drop
Voltage drop is a natural occurrence in low voltage lighting systems.
It is the gradual decrease in voltage that occurs along the length of
the 12-volt power feed wires to the lighting, and varies depending
on the type and size of installation. It is a function of wire length,
wire thickness, and the energy, or total watts, used by the lighting.
Voltage drop only becomes undesirable if you notice the
brightness in one area of your lighting is objectionably different
than in another area. With LED tape lighting, voltage drop also
occurs along longer length strips. As a practical approach, test
your lighting prior to fi nal installation.
If voltage drop appears to be a concern, shorten your 12-volt
power feed wires or switch to a heavier gauge wire (lower AWG
Power supply comes
prewired with AC cord and
plug for use with existing
outlets. When end caps are
removed, this power supply
can also be direct wire
installed through on-board
terminal blocks. Unit is
Class II; a ground is not
required. Use minimum
18-14 AWG rated cable to
tie in with line voltage.
SPECIFICATIONS
Input voltage ............................................... 100-240-volt AC
Input frequency .......................................................50/60Hz
Constant voltage output ................................................. 4.0A
Output voltage ......................................................12-volt DC
Output power rate ................................................0~48 watts
Operating temperature ...................... -5 to 95°F (-15 to 35°C)
IP protection .......................................IP20, dry location only
Dimensions .........................4-3/4 in. L x 2 in. W x 1-1/4 in. H
......................................... (127mm L x 51mm W x 32mm H)
Class II AC input (two-wire connection, requires no ground)
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Complies with FCC Part 15B
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Limited 3-year warranty. This product is for dry location use
only. Failure to use this power supply for its intended purpose
or improper installation will void warranty. Questions? Email
support@armacostlighting.com.
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number). You can also shorten the length of an LED tape light
installation, or consider using an additional power supply to
create a second, separate installation.
LED light color and brightness are best when the 12-volt
power feed wires from the power supply to the LED lighting is
delivering as close to 12 volts as possible.
Excessive voltage drop = reduced brightness and color accuracy
Shorter and/or thicker wires = higher brightness and color consistency
Longer LED tape = an increase in voltage drop
Visit armacostlighting.com for LED installation ideas, wire
diagrams and an on-line voltage-drop calculator.
140 Baltic Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21225
Output:
12-volt DC
(Black)
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TO LED
LIGHTING
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(Red)
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