LIGHTVAULT® - LTV71 LED Installation Instructions - Kim Lighting

P.O. Box 60080 • 16555 East Gale Ave.City of Industry, California 91716-0080626/968-5666 • FAX 626/330-3861LIGHTVAULT ® - LTV71 LED Installation InstructionsINSTALLATION GUIDELINESBelow-grade luminaires often become ineffective or inoperable simply because they are not installed and maintainedcorrectly. While it is tempting to install these fixtures at or below grade, this generally turns out to be unsatisfactoryunless the installation is in a paved area. When the fixtures are installed too low, they become a collection point for dirt,mud and encroaching ground cover. With a little preplanning and care, below-grade luminaires can be installed in amanner that will promote easy maintenance and longevity. The following installation methods represent our bestrecommendations.NOTE: Concrete foundation is to be designed according to local soil conditions (by others).Isolate and Elevate: The fundamentals of a clean, maintainable installation.Create a Buffer Zone: When the fixtures are to be installed inareas planted in ground cover and shrubbery, a buffer zone isneeded to prevent lens overgrowth as the plants mature. Elevatingthe fixture will encourage water runoff around the unit rather thanover the top.ADVANTAGES OF A BUFFER ZONE:• Helps prevent overgrowth to lens.• Provides drainage around fixture and helps keep the lens clean.• Rock-fill partially buffers fixture from corrosive soil.• Visually looks like a flush mounted installation.Rock / SoilFillReduced Framing2" to 4"Above GradeInstall in Concrete: Another option for ground cover, shrubbery or lawnareas is to encase the fixture in concrete. This has some additionaladvantages over the rock-fill method (above).ADVANTAGES OF INSTALLATION IN CONCRETE:• Allows higher wattage lamps because concrete makes anexcellent heat sink.• Totally isolates fixture from corrosive soils.• Helps prevent overgrowth to lens.• Allows edging without scratching fixture.• Provides drainage around fixture and helps keep the lens clean.• Visually looks like a flush mounted installation.Note: Always use adequate rebar surrounding the fixture to preventcracking of the concrete due to heat expansion.In Paved Areas: They can be used in paved areas that will not beused as a pathway or driveway. To make fixture installation easier inpaved areas, the optional Kim Grout Mask may be used. The groutmask is normally tied into the paving rebar for support.ADVANTAGES OF INSTALLATIONS IN PAVED AREAS:• Supports fixture during concrete pour.• Provides 2" grout space for finishing.• Can be easily tied into reinforcing rods used for paving andfixture shell.• Easily adapts to any paving material.Optional GroutMaskConcrete must have reinforcingrods to prevent cracking fromfixture heat expansion.2" to 4"Above Grade2" Grout SpaceFor FinishingRevised 7/16/10 ECN 100715008 Status 6 Part No. 95740

Lightvault ® - LTV71 LED Installation InstructionsINSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY TO PERSONSIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!WARNING: Fixtures must be grounded in accordance with local codes or the National Electrical Code.!Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury. All electrical work must be done by a qualifiedelectrician.SAFETY WARNING: Do not install these fixtures in submersible installations such as fountains or swimmingpools. Extreme caution should be taken when fixtures are used in paved areas. Do not touch!enclosure.MAINTENANCE: To maintain light efficiency and prevent fixture overheating, lenses must be kept clean andfree of dirt, dust, leaves, trash and mineral deposits from water. For optimum performance a regularlyscheduled maintenance program should be followed. DO NOT operate luminaires with missing or damagedlens. KEEP THIS SHEET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.Caution:To help maintain a clean, dry splice compartment, seal the conduit entrieswith RTV.Do not exceed maximum wattage shown on fixture label.Alignment: Fixture lens frames can be installed on housings at 45°increments. Care must be taken when installing the housing so directionallens frames can be installed at a desired orientation.Tools Required:K" Socket WrenchExtension for Socket WrenchRTV SealantFlat Blade ScrewdriverBEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION READ GUIDELINES ON OPPOSITE SIDEROUGH-IN HOUSING INSTALLATION: ! Make certain electrical supply is OFF before starting installation.Use Thread Sealant ToPrevent Water Entry1. Excavate hole in desired location approximately 20" indiameter and about 3" deeper than height of housing.2. Connect housing to conduit system. Seal all conduitsentering the wiring compartment with thread sealant.This includes both the conduit threads and theconduit itself. (Reference instruction #4 page 3.)3. Back fill hole with gravel and soil for stability. Do not back fill with bark or vermicolite. Never install an in-gradeluminaire below the surrounding ground level.Page 2 Kim Lighting • 16555 E. Gale Ave. • P.O. Box 60080 • City of Industry, CA 91716-0080 • 626/968-5666 • FAX 626/330-3861

Lightvault ® - LTV71 LED Installation InstructionsROUGH-IN SECTION WIRING:!Make certain electrical supply is OFF before starting fixture installation.1. Remove rough-in debris shieldand set aside for future use.2. Remove screws securing ballastcover. Disconnect wires and setaside ballast assembly.3. Remove splice compartmentcover.4. Pull field wires through conduitsystem and into splice compartment.To help maintain a clean,dry splice compartment, seal theconduit entries with an RTVsealant.5. Make wire connections observing polarity, i.e.; green-to-ground, white-tocommon,and black-to-voltage using water proof wire nuts. This providesprotection against circuit failure should water enter the junction box for anyreason. Replace splice compartment cover and torque screws to 30 in./lbs.maximum (2K" ft.-lbs.).Sealant Tip: If required, the nozzle can be extended by placing a small diameter tube or hose on the end.6. Make wire connections from splicecompartment cover and ballast,observing polarity, i.e.; green-toground,white-to-common andblack-to-voltage.7. Pull emitter wires through hole in ballast cover. Place ballast cover insidehousing and secure with bolts. After replacing ballast cover, placedesicant in housing. (See page 4 concerning desicant.)Page 3 Kim Lighting • 16555 E. Gale Ave. • P.O. Box 60080 • City of Industry, CA 91716-0080 • 626/968-5666 • FAX 626/330-3861

Lightvault ® - LTV71 LED Installation InstructionsImportant! Condensation inside the fixture is a common occurrence due to the expanding and condensing of thetrapped air inside the fixture as it is cycled on and off. When the lamp is energized during the evening hours, moistureon the inside of lens will burn off as fixture heats up. It will reappear after the power is shut off and the inside aircondenses during cooling. A large majority of this moisture can be avoided by following the guidelines below.▼ Never install or maintain fixtures in the rain, or on days with very high humidity (over 80%).▼ Insure that all water and visible moisture has been dried out of the fixture.▼ Start the fixture and allow it to reach operating temperature (30 minutes or longer).▼ With the fixture still operating, loosen all lens ring fasteners and lift the lens ring slightly (no more than A"), leavingit propped open and "breathing" for roughly 10 minutes with the lamp operating. This will exhale the moist air trappedinside the fixture housing.▼ Remove desicant from zip lock bag and place on top of ballast cover.▼ With the fixture still operating (illuminated) and hot, place the lens in its closed position and completely tighten allfasteners. This process will evaporate a great deal of the atmospheric moisture from the interior of the fixture, and willreduce visible condensation to a minimum. In order to maintain this, this procedure must be repeated any time theluminaire is opened for maintenance. It is highly recommended that the installer wear gloves to protect from burnscaused by hot lens surfaces. Do not leave fixtures unsupervised during dry-out period.LAMP INSTALLATION:!LEDConnectorsMake certain electrical supply is OFF before starting lamp installation.LED BracketSocket Wrench over Tube BoltCenter BoltWasher1. Connect the two (2) L.E.D. Emitters. Place in housing over center boltwith washer on L.E.D. bracket. Rotate L.E.D. lamps as needed for pivotadjustment towards lighting task.2. Tighten tube bolt to secure.Pivot Adjustment Screws 81352764Screwholes must be clean toallow lens frames to besufficiently tightened. If anydebris has fallen into screwholes, blow out debris withcompressed air.! Caution: When usingcompressed air, protecteyes from flying debris.3. Loosen pivot adjustment screws,pivot L.E.D. lamps toward lightingtask and tighten (2) screws.4. Make sure gasket surface is clean and free of all dirt and debris so a leakfree installation can be achieved. Secure with allen head cap screws (8).Coat screws with silicone grease and tighten in a cross pattern, to 30inch/lbs torque (2K ft. lbs.)Page 4 Kim Lighting • 16555 E. Gale Ave. • P.O. Box 60080 • City of Industry, CA 91716-0090 • 626/968-5666 • FAX 626/330-3861

Lightvault ® - LTV71 LED Installation InstructionsKIM LIGHTING LIMITED WARRANTYWhen installed in accordance with Kim Installation Instructions and accepted trade practices, thefollowing shall apply:General Product Limited Warranty CoverageAll material and component parts used in the manufacture of Kim Products, are warranted to be freefrom defects of material and/or workmanship for a period of 1 year from date of sale, with the followingexceptions:Auxiliary EquipmentAll auxiliary equipment (such as lamps, ballasts, and transformers) provided by and/or included in KimProducts shall carry the component manufacturer's warranty.Copper and Bronze Landscape ComponentsCopper and Bronze Landscape fixture components shall be warranted against defects of materialand/or workmanship, and failure due to corrosion, for a period of 25 years from date of sale. KimLighting's brass components are constructed from several brass parts that are manufactured byvarious methods at various times. Since brass naturally deepens in color as it ages through the normaloxidation process, these parts may exhibit subtle differences in coloration when the product is new.This is normal and expected. These color differences will be eliminated shortly after installation throughthe normal brass oxidation process.Composite In-Grade ComponentsComposite In-Grade fixture components installed below grade, shall be warranted against defects ofmaterial and/or workmanship, and failure due to corrosion, for a period of 7 years from date of sale.Aluminum Landscape ComponentsAluminum Landscape fixture components not in direct contact with soil, shall be warranted againstdefects of material and/or workmanship for a period of 3 years from date of sale. Aluminum fixturecomponents in direct contact with soil shall be warranted from defects of material and failure fromcorrosion for a period of 1 year from date of sale.Stainless Steel ComponentsStainless steel landscape components (Lens Rings) installed in the outdoor environment shall showsigns of oxidation after 5 to 6 years of install and is dependent on the application and its environment.A proper maintenance and cleaning program will extend the beauty of the stainless steel.Limit of Liability and General ConditionsOnly products which are installed, used and maintained in accordance with applicable Kiminstructions, specifications and accepted trade practices, are covered by the Kim Warranty. Duringthe warranty period, with proof of purchase, Kim will repair or replace with the same or similar product,at Kim's option, without charge. Labor costs are the owner's responsibility and are excluded from thiswarranty. This warranty is void if the product is modified, tampered with, misapplied, poorly installed,improperly maintained, or subjected to abnormal conditions.Repair or replacement as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedy of the purchaser. Thiswarranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including any implied warranty of fitnessfor a particular application. Kim Lighting shall not be liable to the purchaser for indirect orconsequential damages.How may we serve you better?Please let us know. Visit our website at:www.kimlighting.comYour concerns are important to us.Page 5 Kim Lighting • 16555 E. Gale Ave. • P.O. Box 60080 • City of Industry, CA 91716-0080 • 626/968-5666 • FAX 626/330-3861