American Lighting MICROLUX MLUX-30 User manual

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MICROLUX STATIC WHITE24V
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MLUX-30 & MLUX-40
SAFETY INFORMATION
• Read all installation instructions before beginning; if not qualified, do not
attempt installation. Contact a qualified electrician.
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, pay close
attention to this manual and stay within its guidelines when using this
product. Save these instructions for future use.
• Do not cover this product as the covering may cause rope to overheat,
melt, or ignite.
• Uncoil flexible light prior to plugging in. Do not operate Microlux on the
reel, nor while it is coiled.
• This IP65 rated flexible light is suitable for wet locations, but not
intended for submersion. Do not submerge flexible light in liquids, or use
the product in the vicinity of standing water or other liquids, or where
water can accumulate. IP65 rating is void once product is cut.
Cut product is rated IP54 and intended for indoor, dry locations only.
• Do not route the cord or flexible light through walls, ceilings, doors,
windows, or any similar part of the building structure.
• Do not install on gates or doors, or where subject to continuous flexing.
• Do not install in tanks or enclosures of any kinds.
• Do not install near flammable liquids or other flammable materials.
• Secure flexible light using only the mounting clips (MLUX-CLIPS)
provided or factory recommended mounting track (MLUX-CHAN)
(sold separately).
• Do not secure this product or its cord with staples, nails, or like means
that may damage the outer jacket or cord insulation.
• Do not use if there is any damage to the flexible light, diodes or power
cord insulation; inspect periodically.
• Follow instructions carefully when cutting MicroLux. Ensure all end caps
and cut locations are properly sealed with appropriate silicone or PU
type glue. 24V MicroLux can only be cut at specific intervals as indicated
by the cutting marks printed on the bottom of the PU housing (1.31” or
3.3mm). Failure to cut at a cut mark will result in a loss of light. Before
making any cuts or attaching any power cords or jumpers, be sure power
is disconnected at the source!
• This product is designed for use by a qualified installer.
• This product is for decorative use only. Not to be used by children as a
toy. Keep out of reach of small children.
• Do not exceed 5 meters or 16.4 feet maximum run distance in any single
inter-connected run.
• Size your 24V DC driver appropriately for your run distance. Be sure not
to load a driver to 100% as this will reduce its eciency; a 90% maximum
load is recommended. Recommended drivers include ADPT-DRJ, LED-
DR, and ELV series.
• The rated ambient temperature range for NeoFlux is -30°C (-22°F) to
45°C (113°F). Freezing temperatures may cause product rigidity.
These products may represent a possible shock or fire
hazard if improperly installed or attached in any way.
Products should be installed in accordance with these
instructions, current electrical codes, and/or the current
National Electric Code (NEC).
Use this fixture with included connection kit and 24V DC
power supply only. Any other power feed may damage
the fixture. Factory warranty will be void if used with
any driver other than the recommended driver series.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to
persons, use this flexible light only with American Lighting
recommended drivers, controllers, power connectors,
splices and extensions.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to
persons, make sure that the electrical power to the
system is disconnected at the source prior to installation
or any servicing.
The minimum bend radius of MLUX-30/40/RGB series
product is 12cm or 4.7”. Do not twist, drop, hang, sag,
or bend product in any way other than intended. See
below for reference. Never fold Microlux or bend past the
minimum bending radius whether lighted or unlighted.
When using outdoor portable lighting products,
basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury, including the following:
• Use dielectric grease and shrink tube at all power
connections, including end cap when using outdoors.
• Use ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection
on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) when using outdoors.
• Use only UL approved outdoor extension cords, such
as type SW, SOW, STW, STOW, SJW, SJOW, SJTW, or
SJTOW. This designation is marked on the jacket of
the extension cord.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Microlux 16.4ft reels include (1) attached 3ft power connector with bare wire leads and mounting clips with screws.
Mount microlux using clips (MLUX-CLIPS, included or sold separately) or channel (MLUX-CHAN-3A or MLUX-CHAN-3B, sold separately).
Additional accessoriesfor MicroLux static white include a splice kit (MLUX-SPL2), 6 foot linking jumper (MLUX-JUMP2-.5), a 12” linking jumper
(MLUX-JUMP2-2), end caps (MLUX-END), mounting clips (MLUX-CLIPS), and mounting channel (MLUX-CHAN-3A full profile or MLUX-CHAN-3B
half profile), all sold separately.
Do not operate
MicroLux while it is
coiled or on the reel. Do not hang
Do not
droop or sag
CARE AND MAINTENANCE:
1. For cleaning, use a soft, dry or damp cloth. Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasives.

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MICROLUX STATIC WHITE24V
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MLUX-30 & MLUX-40
MOUNTING MICROLUX (Figure 1):
Disconnect power at the source prior to attempting installation or service
of product.
1. Determine the desired locations and lengths of MicroLux to be
installed. Use this information to determine locations and sizes of
24V DC power supplies.
2. Install mounting clips or aluminum channel (MLUX-CLIPS, MLUX-
CHAN-3A,. or MLUX-CHAN-3B) by screwing the clip or channel into
a solid, sturdy surface. See Figure 1. Mounting clips should be evenly
spaced and be a maximum of 3 feet apart. The distance between
two parallel lines of MicroLux must be at least 1/2”.
3. Gently push the MicroLux into the mounting clips or channel starting
at the beginning of the run and moving down the line towards the
end. Leave enough room for the power cable to reach the power
supply and for connections to reach the next piece of MicroLux. End
caps and connection points cannot be installed within the aluminum
channel. Ensure the MicroLux does not sag and does not bend more
than the maximum bend radius of 12cm at any point.
CUTTING MICROLUX (Figure 2):
Disconnect power at the source prior to attempting installation or service
of product. IP65 rating is void once product is cut. DIY connections are
intended for indoor, dry location only.
1. Determine the desired location of the cut by powering on the flexible
light and flipping the product to the underside. The cut-marks are
clearly illuminated. See Figure 2.
2. Mark the desired cut location on the bottom of the MicroLux (1.31” or
3.3mm).
3. Disconnect power from product prior to cutting.
4. Using an appropriate utility blade, gently cut straight down through
the body of the MicroLux, from the top, directly over the cutting
increment mark on the bottom of the MicroLux. Do not use scissors
or bolt cutters to cut MicroLux. Do not cut MicroLux diagonally or
horizontally as this may damage the product.
5. Seal cut-end using included end cap and an appropriately rated
silicone or PU glue (not included).
CONNECTING POWER
OR LINKING MICROLUX WITH A JUMPER (Figures 3-4):
Disconnect power at the source prior to attempting installation or service
of product. Use this fixture with included power cable and 24V DC power
supply only. Any other power feed may damage the fixture.
1. Slide transparent housing shield onto MicroLux. See Figure 3.
2. Spread apart the walls of the metal bracket. Lower and pinch tightly
closed snugly against the end of fixture.
3. Slide transparent housing shield over the metal bracket.
4. Install the plug connector so the conductive pins make contact with
the underside of the tape. Note polarity of connection.
5. Identify the polarity by looking at the bottom of the MicroLux and
how it aligns to the connector. See Figure 4.
6. Connect wires to a 24V DC driver following polarity determined in
step 5. MicroLux is also compatible with Trulux controllers/receivers.
7. If connecting to another section of MicroLux via Jumper, mirror steps
1-4 above on additional sections making sure to align polarity.
LINKING MICROLUX WITH A SPLICE CONNECTOR (Figure 5):
Disconnect power at the source prior to attempting installation or
service of product. Use this fixture with included power cable and 24V
DC power supply only. Any other power feed may damage the fixture.
1. Align two sections of MicroLux so the polarity is matched.
2. Remove a small section of the underside of either piece, about a
3/8” long. NOTE: DO NOT DAMAGE COPPER CONDUCTOR OR
FIXTURE WILL CEASE FUNCTION.
3. Butt the ends of the MIcroLux sections together, positive to positive
and negative to negative.
4. Cover the light emitting faces with the three walled transparent
shielding. The butt joint should be centered.
5. Snap the bottom of the shielding into place.
FIGURE 1 Mounting Surface
Aluminum Extrusion
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 2
++24VDC
––
red
black
++24VDC
––
red
black
Indentify the positive and negative pole.
7
Jumper connection
Light-Emitting Side
Wrap the transparent plastic
accessory into the Neon Flex.
Push the transparent plastic
accessory back to the hardware.
Install the plug.
Finished
8
Force apart both caps of
the hardware by hands.
①
①
②
Clip the hardware
into the Neon flex. The head of hardware the should
be forced tightly when you clip
the hardware into the Neon flex.
Compress the caps after
it fit into the Neon flex.
FPC
PU
2 PIN insert to
the back of FPC
Cuttable 50cm
Cuttable length50cm.
Back
–
red
black
red
black
Indentify the positive and negative pole.
7
End cap with cables
Light-Emitting Side
Wrap the transparent plastic
accessory into the Neon Flex.
Push the transparent plastic
accessory back to the hardware.
Install the plug.
Finished
8
Force apart both caps of
the hardware by hands.
①
①
②
Clip the hardware
into the Neon flex. The head of hardware the should
be forced tightly when you clip
the hardware into the Neon flex.
Compress the caps after
it fit into the Neon flex.
FPC
PU
2 PIN insert to
the back of FPC
Cuttable 50cm
Cuttable length50cm.
Back
–
red
black
Splice connection
Connect the cutting strips together.
Please connected the positive and
negative electrode correspondingly.
Press strips into the splice connectors.
Find the suitable cut position, and mark it out.
Cut off the opal PU tube from the back side.
Attention: Do not cut off the copper foil. All the
operations are based on non-emitting area
(the bottom side).
Lock part A with part B tightly.
Installation finished,
please connect power supply.
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Indentify the positive and negative pole.
7
Jumper connection
Light-Emitting Side
Wrap the transparent plastic
accessory into the Neon Flex.
Push the transparent plastic
accessory back to the hardware.
Install the plug.
Finished
8
Force apart both caps of
the hardware by hands.
①
①
②
Clip the hardware
into the Neon flex. The head of hardware the should
be forced tightly when you clip
the hardware into the Neon flex.
Compress the caps after
it fit into the Neon flex.
FPC
PU
2 PIN insert to
the back of FPC
Cuttable 50cm
Cuttable length50cm.
Back
–
red
black
red
black
Indentify the positive and negative pole.
7
End cap with cables
Light-Emitting Side
Wrap the transparent plastic
accessory into the Neon Flex.
Push the transparent plastic
accessory back to the hardware.
Install the plug.
Finished
8
Force apart both caps of
the hardware by hands.
①
①
②
Clip the hardware
into the Neon flex. The head of hardware the should
be forced tightly when you clip
the hardware into the Neon flex.
Compress the caps after
it fit into the Neon flex.
FPC
PU
2 PIN insert to
the back of FPC
Cuttable 50cm
Cuttable length50cm.
Back
–
red
black
Splice connection
Connect the cutting strips together.
Please connected the positive and
negative electrode correspondingly.
Press strips into the splice connectors.
Find the suitable cut position, and mark it out.
Cut off the opal PU tube from the back side.
Attention: Do not cut off the copper foil. All the
operations are based on non-emitting area
(the bottom side).
Lock part A with part B tightly.
Installation finished,
please connect power supply.
www.everstarled.com
Indentify the positive and negative pole.
7
Jumper connection
Light-Emitting Side
Wrap the transparent plastic
accessory into the Neon Flex.
Push the transparent plastic
accessory back to the hardware.
Install the plug.
Finished
8
Force apart both caps of
the hardware by hands.
①
①
②
Clip the hardware
into the Neon flex. The head of hardware the should
be forced tightly when you clip
the hardware into the Neon flex.
Compress the caps after
it fit into the Neon flex.
FPC
PU
2 PIN insert to
the back of FPC
Cuttable 50cm
Cuttable length50cm.
Back
–
red
black
red
black
Indentify the positive and negative pole.
7
End cap with cables
Light-Emitting Side
Wrap the transparent plastic
accessory into the Neon Flex.
Push the transparent plastic
accessory back to the hardware.
Install the plug.
Finished
8
Force apart both caps of
the hardware by hands.
①
①
②
Clip the hardware
into the Neon flex. The head of hardware the should
be forced tightly when you clip
the hardware into the Neon flex.
Compress the caps after
it fit into the Neon flex.
FPC
PU
2 PIN insert to
the back of FPC
Cuttable 50cm
Cuttable length50cm.
Back
–
red
black
Splice connection
Connect the cutting strips together.
Please connected the positive and
negative electrode correspondingly.
Press strips into the splice connectors.
Find the suitable cut position, and mark it out.
Cut off the opal PU tube from the back side.
Attention: Do not cut off the copper foil. All the
operations are based on non-emitting area
(the bottom side).
Lock part A with part B tightly.
Installation finished,
please connect power supply.
www.everstarled.com
Indentify the positive and negative pole.
7
Jumper connection
Light-Emitting Side
Wrap the transparent plastic
accessory into the Neon Flex.
Push the transparent plastic
accessory back to the hardware.
Install the plug.
Finished
8
Force apart both caps of
the hardware by hands.
①
①
②
Clip the hardware
into the Neon flex. The head of hardware the should
be forced tightly when you clip
the hardware into the Neon flex.
Compress the caps after
it fit into the Neon flex.
FPC
PU
2 PIN insert to
the back of FPC
Cuttable 50cm
Cuttable length50cm.
Back
–
red
black
red
black
Indentify the positive and negative pole.
7
End cap with cables
Light-Emitting Side
Wrap the transparent plastic
accessory into the Neon Flex.
Push the transparent plastic
accessory back to the hardware.
Install the plug.
Finished
8
Force apart both caps of
the hardware by hands.
①
①
②
Clip the hardware
into the Neon flex. The head of hardware the should
be forced tightly when you clip
the hardware into the Neon flex.
Compress the caps after
it fit into the Neon flex.
FPC
PU
2 PIN insert to
the back of FPC
Cuttable 50cm
Cuttable length50cm.
Back
–
red
black
Splice connection
Connect the cutting strips together.
Please connected the positive and
negative electrode correspondingly.
Press strips into the splice connectors.
Find the suitable cut position, and mark it out.
Cut off the opal PU tube from the back side.
Attention: Do not cut off the copper foil. All the
operations are based on non-emitting area
(the bottom side).
Lock part A with part B tightly.
Installation finished,
please connect power supply.
www.everstarled.com
+24VDC
–
+24VDC
–
GLUE
FP C
PU
2 PIN insert to
the back of FPC