DIODE LED HYDROLUME DI-24V-HL Series User manual

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HYDROLUME
®
INSTALLATION GUIDE
®
INSTALLATION GUIDE
HYDROLUME®LED STRIP LIGHT
DRY/WET LOCATION
SALTWATER
RESISTANT
UV RESISTANT DIMMABLE
24VDC
IP65
Input 24VDC Constant Voltage
Power
Standard
1.13W/ft. (0.65W/cut point)
Plus
2.04W/ft. (1.2W/cut point)
Max Run
Standard
81.5 ft.
Plus
32.6 ft.
Ambient Temp
†-4° ~ 122°F (-20° ~ 50°C)
1. Install in accordance with national and local electrical code regulations.
2. This product is intended to be installed and serviced by a qualied,
licensed electrician.
3. Do not modify or disassemble this product beyond instructions or the
warranty will be void.
4. Do not submerge, or install within 5 feet of a swimming pool.
5. All plastics are affected by the elements and may shift in color and
other properties after product installation, particularly with direct
exposure to sun, chlorinated water, and other chemicals.
6. Only install with a Listed Class 2 DC LED driver.
7. To avoid Voltage Drop, ensure wire gauge used with LED Strip Light is
sufcient to keep under 3% voltage drop.
8. Do not exceed maximum run recommended for Strip Light.
9. Diode LED Strip Light is designed to be cut at designated cut points
only. Cutting anywhere other than the cut points will result in damage
to the Strip Light.
10. Failure to follow safety warnings, and installation instructions will void
the warranty for this product.
SAFETY & WARNINGS QUICK SPECS / MODELS
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES
Mounng Bracket
DI-HL-MTBR
DI-24V-HL**
DI-24V-HLP**
** Indicates model and CCT
† Do not install product in environment outside listed temperature.
Stake Bracket
DI-HL-STBR
Mounng Channel
DI-HL-MTCH
DO NOT BEND LED STRIP
LIGHT TO A DIAMETER LESS
THAN 4 INCHES.
4 in.
DO NOT FOLD, CREASE, OR
TWIST LED STRIP LIGHT.
DO NOT BEND LED STRIP LIGHT
ON A HORIZONTAL PLANE.
DO NOT POWER STRIP
LIGHT WHILE ATTACHED TO
SPOOL OR TIGHTLY COILED.
DO NOT COVER STRIP LIGHT WITH
ANY MATERIALS.
HANDLE PRODUCT WITH CARE!
CONNECTOR COMPRESSION
HYDROLUME Connectors may become compressed during shipping.
To decompress, insert athead screwdriver under top of connector
and apply upward pressure unl pins are completely removed from
opening.

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INSTALLATION
1
TURN POWER OFF AT CIRCUIT BREAKER
2
SHOCK HAZARD! May result in serious injury or death.
Turn power OFF at circuit breaker prior to installalaon.
DETERMINE LOCATION TO INSTALL COMPONENTS
AC IN
DC OUT
L
G
N
V
−
V+
+
−
1) Class 2 Driver 2) Control 3) Hydrolume
*NOT FOR USE IN SUBMERSIBLE APPLICATIONS, OR WITHIN 5
FEET OF A SWIMMING POOL.
WIRE GAUGE & VOLTAGE DROP
Ensure applicable wire is installed between driver, xture, and any
controls in between. When choosing wire, factor in voltage drop,
amperage rang, and type (in-wall rated, wet locaon rated, etc.)
CREATE HYDROLUME STRIP LIGHT SPLICE
CONNECTORS
4
Using a pair of scissors, cut one end o a Hydrolume Flexible
Extension Cable.
a
CUT END OFF OF FLEXIBLE EXTENSION
b
Using a pair of wire strippers, remove outer insulaon and strip
back wires inside HYDROLUME Flexible Extension Cable.
c
Using the newly created Splice Connector, wire power supply to
end of HYDROLUME LED Strip Light.
Note: For detailed installaon informaon, refer to the System Diagrams
on page 4. (Use of wet locaon rated juncon box recommended)
STRIP WIRES FROM END OF CONNECTOR
CONNECT TO A POWER SUPPLY
CREATE LENGTHS OF HYDROLUME STRIP LIGHT
3
Using a pair of scissors, cut HYDROLUME LED Strip Light at cut
point between arrows.
Refer to SYSTEM DIAGRAMS
G*
N
LV+
V−
Class 2 Low Voltage Driver
Installed in Wet Location Junction Box
L
N
INPUT
OUTPUT

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Note: HYDROLUME LED Strip Light may be connected from either end
with compable accessories.
a
CREATE HYDROLUME SLIM STRIP LIGHT
CONNECTIONS
5
INSERT HYDROLUME LED STRIP LIGHT INTO CONNECTOR
b
CRIMP CONNECTOR TO TAPE LIGHT
Using a pair of pliers, apply even pressure to top and boom
of connector unl it is securely fastened to strip light.
INSTALLATION (CONT.)
*For use with Cable Jumper, Splice, I, L, T, and X-Connectors.
6
SEAL END OF HYDROLUME LED STRIP LIGHT
All ends of HYDROLUME LED Strip Light must be sealed with non-
acidic neutral silicone adhesive/sealant (Diode SKU: DI-WPSL
not included) and HYDROLUME end caps. Acidic adhesive may
damage the phosphor of LED Chips
a
Neutral Silicone adhesive/sealant
(non-acidic)
b
Slide end cap onto HYDROLUME Strip Light.
ADD NON-ACIDIC NEUTRAL SILICONE ADHESIVE TO END CAP
SECURE END CAP ONTO HYDROLUME LED STRIP LIGHT
Note: HYDROLUME®connectors are single use only.
Once secured, DO NOT remove connector.
If connector comes loose, it must be replaced. Contact
Diode LED for assistance.

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MOUNT HYDROLUME TO SURFACE.
See mounng opons a, b & c (below).
Mark placement for HYDROLUME Mounting Brackets -- roughly
12 inches apart. Fasten brackets with M2.9 (#4) screw or similar
size (not provided). Once mounted, fasten HYDROLUME to
brackets.
a
HYDROLUME Mounting Brackets
Slide bracket into stake at desired angle to position HYDROLUME
strip. Press stakes into ground roughly 12 - 16 inches apart. Once
stakes are planted into ground, rmly press HYDROLUME strip
light into brackets.
Mount channel to desired surface using minimum 2x M2.9 (#4)
screws or a similar size (not provided). Once channel is mounted,
rmly press HYDROLUME into channel pressing one end to the
other.
b
c
C
Install Garden Stake
BA
31-41cm
12”-16”
C
Install Garden Stake
BA
31-41cm
12”-16”
C
Install Garden Stake
BA
31-41cm
12”-16”
HYDROLUME Stake Brackets
HYDROLUME Mounting Channel
INSTALLATION (CONT.)
7
8
ATTACH CONTROL AND DRIVER
Verify a compable driver is installed (refer to Specicaon Sheet).
Ulize applicable wiring when installing outdoors. (Use of wet locaon
rated juncon box recommended)
REVIEW SYSTEM
Ensure all polaries are correct and connecons are secured.
TURN POWER ON AT CIRCUIT BREAKER
Shift in brightness
and/or kelvin
• Ensure applicable AWG (gauge) is installed
between strip light and LED driver. See
VOLTAGE DROP CHARTS.
Some LEDs are not
functional
• Ensure strip light has not been bent
excessively, which could damage circuitry.
Lights are
ickering
• Ensure strip light has not been bent
excessively, which could damage circuitry.
• Ensure strip light has not been submerged
in any liquid for any amount of me.
Lights are turning
on/o repeatedly
• Ensure driver is not overloaded. An
overloaded driver will trip the internal
auto-reset (of driver) repeatedly, turning
the system on/o.
9
10

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SYSTEM DIAGRAMS
The following diagrams are provided as example system designs. For information regarding larger systems or systems not pictured below, please see
our web page or contact technical support. Always review each component installation guide for detailed and up-to-date wiring instructions. Install in
accordance with national and local electrical codes.
L
N
G*
N
LV+
V−
120VAC On/Off Switch Class 2 Low Voltage Driver2
Installed in Junction Box7
V+
V-
LED Tape Light / Fixture
8
Install appropriate wire gauge / type
V+
V-
AC Power
50/60Hz
INPUT
OUTPUT
Tradional ON/OFF Switch System
AC Power
50/60Hz
Compatible Dimming Control
or On/Off Switch5
LED Tape Light / Fixture8
L
Install appropriate wire gauge / type
OMNIDRIVE®Dimmable Driver6
Some dimmers may require an
additional neutral wire connection.
NNGND*
N
LV+
V−
V+
V−
V+
V−
INPUT
OUTPUT
Class 2 Low Voltage Driver2
Installed in Junction Box7
REIGN® 12-24V Dimmer System
OMNIDRIVE® Electronic Dimmable Driver System
SWITCHEX® Dimmer/Driver System
G*
N
LV+
V−
Class 2 Low Voltage Driver3
Installed in Junction Box7
V- (Black)
Input Output
V+ (Red)
Install appropriate wire gauge / type
V+
V-
LED Tape Light / Fixture8
REIGN 12-24V Dimmer4
V+
V-
L
N
AC Power
50/60Hz
INPUT
OUTPUT
* Driver may not require a fault ground connection. Refer to driver specications for additional information.
** Install a compatible Class 2 constant voltage driver. Refer to each driver specication sheet for full power ratings & load deratings.
*** Install a Class 2 constant voltage driver compatible with a low voltage PWM controller/dimmer switch. Refer to each driver specication sheet for full power ratings & load deratings.
**** Determine the number of low voltage outputs of the driver when installing multiple PWM controllers/dimmer switches. No more than one PWM controller/dimmer switch can be attached
to a single output of the driver.
^ Install a compatible dimming control or switch. See the ‘Electronic Dimmable Driver / Dimmer Compatibility List’ for compatible dimming controls. See the dimming control manufacturer
installation guide for complete wiring instructions.
^^ Ensure to load the driver at least 60% the labeled load for proper dimming performance (required for dimmable installations only).
‡ Refer to driver or controller specications for a compatible junction box.
‡‡ See xture specications for maximum series run limits.
N (WHT)
120 VAC
~ 60Hz
V+ (RED)
V−(BLUE)
+
−
+
−
L (BLK)
SWITCHEX
(Dimmer + Driver)
LED ARRAY / FIXTURE
Ground (GRN)
Install applicable wire gauge / type
Install applicable wire gauge / type

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IG102918-6.0HYDROLUME®INSTALLATION GUIDE
Wire
Gauge 10 W .42 A 20 W .83 A 30 W 1.3 A 40 W 1.7 A 50 W 2.1 A 60 W 2.5 A 70 W 2.9 A 80 W 3.3 A 100 W 4. 2 A
18 AWG 134 . 68 . 45 . 33 . 27 . 22 . 19 . 17 . 14 .
16 AWG 215 . 109 . 72 . 54 . 43 . 36 . 31 . 27 . 22 .
14 AWG 345 . 174 . 115 . 86 . 69 . 57 . 49 . 43 . 36 .
12 AWG 539 . 272 . 181 . 135 . 108 . 90 . 77 . 68 . 56 .
10 AWG 784 . 397 . 263 . 197 . 158 . 131 . 112 . 98 . 82 .
24V Voltage Drop & Wire Length Distance Chart
Wire
Gauge 10 W .83 A 20 W 1.7 A 30 W 2.5 A 40 W 3.3 A 50 W 2.1 A 60 W 4.2 A
18 AWG 34 . 17 . 11 . 8 . 6 . 5 .
16 AWG 54 . 27 . 18 . 13 . 10 . 9 .
14 AWG 86 . 43 . 29 . 21 . 17 . 14 .
12 AWG 134 . 68 . 45 . 34 . 27 . 22 .
10 AWG 199 . 99 . 66 . 49 . 39 . 33 .
Example: 12V Voltage Drop & Wire Length Distance Chart
Determine load size. Let’s assume load
is 55 W. Round up to nearest load.
1
Determine distance from driver to load.
Let’s assume the distance is 20 .
2
It’s recommended to install 12 AWG to
eliminate excess voltage drop.
3
VOLTAGE DROP CHARTS
For best performance and lumen output, ensure proper wire gauge is installed to compensate for voltage drop of low voltage circuits.