Portfolio PL125BK User manual

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ITEM #0208504
0208541
MODEL #PL125BK
PL125WW
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER
• For your protection and safety, carefully read and understand the information provided in this manual
completely before attempting to assemble, install or operate this product. Failure to do so could lead
to electrical shock, fire or other injuries that could be hazardous or even fatal.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
A Fixture 1
PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
B Fixture Cover 1
C Panel 6
B
HARDWARE CONTENTS (shown actual size)
E3 Wire
Connector
Qty. 3
AA
Mounting
Screw
Qty. 1
BB

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DANGER
• If using this light fixture in a WET or DAMP location, this light fixture must be connected to a supply
circuit that is protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) to reduce the risk of personal
injury, electrical shock or death.
• DO NOT connect this fixture to an electrical system that does not provide a means for
equipment grounding. Never use a fixture in a two-wire system that is not grounded. Installing
a fixture into an electrical system not having a proper grounding means could cause metal
parts of the fixture to carry electrical currents if any of the fixture wires, wire connections or
splices were to become broken, cut or loose during the mounting or normal operation of the
fixture. Under this condition, anyone coming in contact with the fixture would be subject to
electrical shock, which could cause serious injury or death.
• DO NOT connect the bare or green insulation fixture ground wire to the black (HOT)
current-carrying wire or the white neutral house wire. Connection of the bare or green fixture
ground wire to the black or white house wires may cause metal parts of the fixture to carry
electrical currents. Under this condition, anyone coming in contact with the fixture will receive
electrical shock, which could cause serious injury or death.
• DO NOT damage or cut the wire insulation (covering) during installation of fixture. DO NOT permit
wires to contact any surface having a sharp edge. To do so may damage or cut the wire insulation,
which could cause serious injury or death from electrical shock.
WARNING
• All electrical connections must be in agreement with local codes and ordinances, the National
Electric Code (NEC) and ANSI/NFPA 70-1999. Contact your municipal building department to learn
about your local codes, permits and/or inspections. Risk of fire – most dwellings built before 1985
have supply wire rated for 140°F. Consult a qualified electrician before installation.
• To avoid personal injury, the use of gloves may be necessary while handling fixture parts with sharp
edges.
• A fixture must always be mounted directly to a post (for a post light) or pier base that is first installed
according to the electrical specifications and instructions accompanying that product. Wire
connectors will not support the weight of a fixture. Suspending a fixture by the house wires and wire
connectors will result in the fixture falling, with the possibility of personal injury and the danger of
electrical shock or fire.
• To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, wire connectors provided with this light
fixture are designed to accept only one 12-gauge house wire and two lead wires from the light
fixture. If your house wire is larger than 12-gauge or there is more than one house wire to connect
to the corresponding fixture lead wires, consult an electrician for the proper size wire connectors to
use.
• Failure to caulk fixture mounting surface with silicone weather sealant may result in water damage
in outlet box, which may cause electrical malfunction or electrical shock.
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Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package
contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to
assemble the product.
Estimated Assembly Time: 25 minutes
Tools Required for Assembly (not included): Flathead Screwdriver, Phillips Screwdriver, Wire
Strippers, Pliers, Wire Cutters, Safety Glasses, Stepladder, Electrical Tape, Silicone Weather Sealant
Helpful Tools (not included): A/C Tester Light, Do-It-Yourself Wiring Handbook, Soft Cloth
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Turn off circuit breakers and wall switch to
the fixture supply line leads.
DANGER: Failure to disconnect
power supply prior to installation may result
in serious injury or death.
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1.
PREPARATION
CAUTION
• TURN OFF ELECTRICITY at main fuse box (or circuit breaker box) before beginning installation
by removing the fuse (or switching the circuit breaker off).
• If you are not sure the lighting system has a grounding means, DO NOT attempt to install this
fixture. Contact a qualified, licensed electrician for information regarding the proper grounding
methods as required by the local electrical code in your area.
• DO NOT use bulbs having a wattage greater than the maximum value stated on the fixture. The
use of bulbs with higher wattage than specified will increase temperatures and risk of fire.
•If a dimmer control switch is used with this fixture, obtain professional advice to determine the
correct type to use as well as the electrical rating required.
• To avoid water damage to fixture or possible electrical malfunction, install fixture at least 4 ft.
above the ground/floor.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
If applicable, remove existing fixture and
disconnect all electrical wiring.
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Hardware Used
E3 Wire Connector
3a. Unwrap BARE wire from BLACK and WHITE
wires on fixture (A). Prepare wire by stripping
3/4 inch of insulation from wire ends using wire
strippers (not included).
Connect WHITE wire from fixture (A) to WHITE
wire from outlet box using existing wire
connector or wire connector (AA). Connect
BLACK wire from fixture (A) to BLACK wire from
outlet box using existing wire connector or wire
connector (AA). Connect BARE/GREEN ground
wire from outlet box to BARE ground wire from
fixture (A) using wire connector (AA).
NOTE: Screw wire connectors (AA) on in a
clockwise direction.
WARNING: Never connect ground wire to
white or black power supply wires.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,
electrical shock, or personal injury, wire
connectors (AA) provided with this light fixture
are designed to accept only one 12-gauge house
wire and two lead wires from the light fixture. If
your house wire is larger than 12-gauge or there
is more than one house wire to connect to the
corresponding fixture lead wires, consult an
electrician for the proper size wire connectors to
use.
4
4
3a
AA x 3
3b.
3b
BARE
WHITE
WHITE
BLACK
BLACK
BARE/
GREEN
A
AA
AA AA

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4. Wrap electrical tape (not included) around
each individual wire connector (AA) down
to the wire.
WARNING: Make sure no bare wire or
wire strands are visible after making
connections.
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AA
AA
AA
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5. Carefully push excess wiring and wire
connectors (AA) inside top of post or pier
base (neither included).
Place fixture (A) onto the mounting surface
and secure with the mounting screw (BB).
Hardware Used
Mounting Screw
BB x 1
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6
4
4
5
A
BB
6. Slide one panel (C), beveled side out, into slots
on each side of fixture (A). 6
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7. 6
7
Bulb
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8. Locate two small posts on underside of fixture
cover (B). Insert one of the posts into non-slotted
hole on top edge of fixture (A). Insert the other
post into slotted hole on top edge of fixture (A).
Fixture cover (B) should snap into place.
Post
Slotted
Hole
8
B
A
Install one standard-base bulb (not included).
Use either a 60-watt max. incandescent bulb or
a 13-watt CFL.
WARNING: When replacing bulb, please
allow bulb and panels to cool down before
touching.
Non-slotted
Hole
Post
9. Restore power and test fixture (A).
If light does not function, please refer to
TROUBLESHOOTING on the following
page.
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After completing installation, caulk fixture (A)
mounting surface with silicone weather
sealant (not included).
WARNING: Failure to caulk fixture
mounting surface with silicone weather
sealant may result in water damage in outlet
box, which may cause electrical malfunction
or electrical shock.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING: Before beginning work, shut off the power supply to avoid electrical shock.
Bulb will not light.
Fuse blows out or
circuit breaker trips.
1. Bulb is burned out.
2. Power is OFF.
3. Faulty connection.
1. Crossed wires.
2. Power wire is grounding out. 1. Check wiring. 2. Check all connections.
1. Replace bulb.
2. Make sure power supply is ON.
3. Check wiring and all connections.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
•Shut off main power supply. Wipe fixture with soft, damp cloth. Use window cleaner to clean panels.
Do not use an abrasive cleaner on panels or fixture.

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The distributor warrants all of its lighting fixtures against defects in materials and workmanship for
five (5) years from the date of purchase. If within this period the product is found to be defective,
take a copy of the bill of sale as a proof of purchase and the product in its original carton to the
place of purchase. The distributor will, at its option, repair, replace or refund the purchase price to
the consumer. All costs of installation and removal of the fixture is the responsibility of the consumer.
This warranty does not cover fixtures becoming defective due to misuse, accidental damage or
improper handling and/or installation and specifically excludes liability for direct, incidental or
consequential damages, improper packaging of returned products and acts of God. As some states
do not allow exclusions of limitations on an implied warranty, the above exclusion and limitation may
not apply. This warranty gives you specific rights and you may also have other rights which may
vary from state to state.
WARRANTY