DIODE LED HYDROLUME SLIM 24V User manual

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HYDROLUME
®
SLIM 24V LED STRIP LIGHT INSTALLATION GUIDE
®HYDROLUME® SLIM 24V LED Strip Light
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Input 24VDC Constant Voltage
Power
Standard
1.22W/ft. (1.5W/cut
point)
Plus
2.44W/ft. (1.0W/cut
point)
Max Run
Standard 65 ft.
Plus 32 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.Only install with a Listed Class 2 DC LED driver.
5.Do not exceed maximum run recommended for Strip
Light.
6.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.
7.Failure to follow safety warnings, and installation
instructions will void the warranty for this product.
SAFETY & WARNINGS QUICK SPECS / MODELS
† Do not install product in environment outside listed
temperature.
SUBMERSIBLE
DIMMABLE
24VDC
UV RESISTANT
IP68
POWER SUPPLY
CLASS
2

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INSTALLATION GUIDE
ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES
Mounting Bracket
DI-HLS-MTBR
Mounting Channel
DI-HLS-MTCH
HANDLE PRODUCT WITH CARE!
PRE-INSTALLATION
AC IN
DC OUT
L
G
N
V
−
V+
+
−
REQUIRED COMPONENTS
1
2
3
4
5
REQUIRED TOOLS
1
2
3
4
1. Appropriate Junction Box
2. Class 2 rated Driver
3. Compatible Dimmer or Switch
4. HYDROLUME®SLIM LED Strip Light
5. HYDROLUME®SLIM Mounting Brackets or Channels
DO NOT BEND LED STRIP
LIGHT TO A DIAMETER LESS
THAN 4 INCHES.
4 in.
DO NOT BEND LED STRIP LIGHT
ON A HORIZONTAL PLANE.
DO NOT COVER STRIP LIGHT WITH
ANY MATERIALS.
DO NOT FOLD, CREASE, OR
TWIST LED STRIP LIGHT.
DO NOT POWER STRIP
LIGHT WHILE ATTACHED TO
SPOOL OR TIGHTLY COILED.
1. Phillips-head Screwdriver
2. Ruler
3. Wire Stripper
4. Wood Screws

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SLIM 24V LED STRIP LIGHT INSTALLATION GUIDE
HYDROLUME® SLIM 24V LED Strip Light
INSTALLATION GUIDE
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 installation.
DETERMINE LOCATION TO INSTALL
COMPONENTS
AC IN
DC OUT
L
G
N
V−
V+
+
−
1) Class 2 Driver 2) Control 3) Hydrolume
Refer to SYSTEM DIAGRAMS
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 rating, and type (in-wall rated, wet location rated, etc.)
3
ADHERE MOUNTING CHANNEL TO SURFACE
Once adhesive is dry, rmly press HYDROLUME into
mounting channel working one end to the other.
Mount channel to dry surface using a chlorine resistant
waterproof adhesive. Allow adhesive to cure/dry.
NEC 680
When installing in water, install in accordance with NEC 680. Per
UL instructions It is required to mount strip light with HYDROLUME
Mounting Channel (DI-HL-MTCH) for these applications.
UL LISTED 676 MODELS
FOR UNDERWATER APPLICATIONS
For other applicaons that are not underwater, see INSTALLATION - UL
LISTED 2108 MODELS.
ATTENTION: FIBERGLASS & VINYL LINED POOLS
Unlike concrete pools, most berglass and vinyl lined
pools have strict warranty guidelines that do not allow the
user to deface the pool wall surface. Diode LED does not
recommend mounting to berglass or vinyl pool walls and/
or defacing the surface in any way (ex. drilling into surface to
route lead wires). It is recommended to mount to a separate
pool coping or lip to ensure your pool warranty is not voided.
Always consult with your pool supplier and contractor for
proper installation of 3rd party products.
Wall Mount Coping Mount
Concrete Pools Only Concrete Pools
Fiberglass Pools
Vinyl-Line Pools

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HYDROLUME® SLIM 24V LED Strip Light
INSTALLATION GUIDE
INSTALLATION (CONT.)
Shift in
brightness
and/or kelvin
• Ensure an appropriate gauge of
wire 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.
• Ensure strip light has not been
submerged in any liquid for any
amount of time.
Lights are
ickering
• Ensure a compatible driver and/or
dimming control is installed. Check
for loose connections.
Lights are
turning on/off
repeatedly
• Ensure driver is not overloaded. An
overloaded driver will trip the internal
auto-reset (of driver) repeatedly,
turning the system on/off.
To Class 2 LED Driver,
GFCI, & Circuit Breaker
To Additonal
HYDROLUME
Pool / Spa
Juncon Box
Corrosion
Resistant Conduit
4 in. Min.
48 in. Min.
J-Box to Edge of Pool
8 in. Min.
Boom of J-box
to Top of Water Line
Seal Conduit Entry with
pool-grade silicone sealant
For concrete pools, seal conduit entry with pool-grade
silicone sealant. DO NOT drill holes in berglass pools/
hot tubs or vinyl-lined pools. An alternate method is to
route the wire directly out of pool.
4
5
6
ATTACH CONTROL AND DRIVER
Verify a compatible constant voltage driver is installed. Utilize
applicable wiring when installing outdoors.
REVIEW SYSTEM
Ensure all polarities are correct and connections are secured.
TURN POWER ON AT CIRCUIT BREAKER
INSTALLATION: UL LISTED 676 MODELS
FOR UNDERWATER APPLICATIONS
3
CONT.

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HYDROLUME® SLIM 24V LED Strip Light
INSTALLATION GUIDE
INSTALLATION (CONT.)
INSTALLATION: UL LISTED 2108 MODELS
FOR APPLICATIONS THAT ARE NOT UNDERWATER
2
DETERMINE LOCATION TO INSTALL
COMPONENTS
AC IN
DC OUT
L
G
N
V−
V+
+
−
1) Class 2 Driver 2) Control 3) Hydrolume
Refer to SYSTEM DIAGRAMS
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 rating, and type (in-wall rated, wet location rated, etc.)
3
MOUNT HYDROLUME TO SURFACE.
See mounting options a, b & c.
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
1
TURN POWER OFF AT CIRCUIT BREAKER
SHOCK HAZARD! May result in serious injury or death.
Turn power OFF at circuit breaker prior to installation.
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.
b
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

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SLIM 24V LED STRIP LIGHT INSTALLATION GUIDE
HYDROLUME® SLIM 24V LED Strip Light
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Shift in
brightness
and/or kelvin
• Ensure an appropriate gauge of
wire 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.
• Ensure strip light has not been
submerged in any liquid for any
amount of time.
Lights are
ickering
• Ensure a compatible driver and/or
dimming control is installed. Check
for loose connections.
Lights are
turning on/off
repeatedly
• Ensure driver is not overloaded. An
overloaded driver will trip the internal
auto-reset (of driver) repeatedly,
turning the system on/off.
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.
c
HYDROLUME Mounting Channel
INSTALLATION (CONT.)
4
5
6
ATTACH CONTROL AND DRIVER
Verify a compable constant voltage driver is installed. Ulize
applicable wiring when installing outdoors.
REVIEW SYSTEM
Ensure all polarities are correct and connections are secured.
TURN POWER ON AT CIRCUIT BREAKER

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HYDROLUME® SLIM 24V LED Strip Light
INSTALLATION GUIDE
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
Traditional 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®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
1. Driver may not require a fault ground connection. Refer to driver specications for additional information.
2. Install a compatible Class 2 constant voltage driver. Refer to each driver specication sheet for full power ratings & load deratings.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Ensure to load the driver at least 60% of the labeled load for proper dimming performance (required for dimmable installations only).
7. Refer to driver or controller specications for a compatible junction box.
8. 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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IG022719-1.0
HYDROLUME
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SLIM 24V LED STRIP LIGHT INSTALLATION GUIDE
HYDROLUME® SLIM 24V LED Strip Light
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
18 AWG 134 . 68 . 45 . 33 . 27 . 22 .
16 AWG 215 . 109 . 72 . 54 . 43 . 36 .
14 AWG 345 . 174 . 115 . 86 . 69 . 57 .
12 AWG 539 . 272 . 181 . 135 . 108 . 90 .
10 AWG 784 . 397 . 263 . 197 . 158 . 131 .
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
Example: 24V 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 90 ft.
2
It is 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.