Armacost 321110 Rigid Strip Linkable LED Light Instruction Manual

321110 Rigid Strip Linkable LED Light

RigidStrip™ Linkable LED Light – 12 inch (320mm)
Soft Bright White (3000K) Item 311110
Bright White (4000K) Item 321110

WHAT’S INCLUDED

1. 12-in. RigidStrip Linkable LED Light
2. Mounting bracket clips with screws and adhesive pads (1) Removable clear end cap

WHAT YOU’LL NEED
12-volt LED power supply (sold separately – see below)
RigidStrip Power Lead Connector, at least one for up to 8 lights (sold separately – item number 396810)
Phillips-head screwdriver
Measuring tape/straight edge

SOME APPLICATIONS MAY ALSO REQUIRE
RigidStrip Jumper Connector, for turns or gaps in your circuit (sold separately – item number 391910)
LED dimmer or AC dimmable power supply (visit armacostlighting.com/led- dimming-basics)
Wire cutters/strippers
Wire nuts
Drill or oscillating saw
Fully dimmable and low-voltage safe, the RigidStrip Linkable LED Light is an attractive, professional grade light fi xture that is nearly as versatile as LED tape lighting. Perfect for any area where a complete fixture look is required. The focused, 60-degree beam angle directs light down toward your intended surface, and away from eyes.

Connections and Installation

Measure your intended installation space and round down to the nearest whole foot to determine the number of RigidStrips you need. Only 8 RigidStrips can be connected in a single leg, but the number of legs you have is limited only by the wattage of your 12-volt power supply.

Use only with low-voltage 12-volt DC constant voltage power supplies.
Never connect RigidStrip linkable lights directly to 120-volt household power
Use the chart below to determine wattage consumption for each leg.
Add this fi gure for all lighting legs to determine total system wattage.
Approximate watts used at full brightness

Do not exceed 8 RigidStrips in one leg.
Before installation of your RigidStrip Linkable LED Light, consider your placement options. See sidebar.
Plan out your RigidStrip installation by marking a straight line on your mounting surface. Mark at 6-inch intervals for the surface mount clips.
Install the clips using the double-sided adhesive or the included screws.

Placement options for RigidStrip Linkable Lights

For maximum light output, mount the light towards the front of the cabinet with LEDs facing down. To focus light on the work surface and also light your backsplash, position the RigidStrip an inch or two back from the front of the cabinet. The refined fixture appearance  make RigidStrips perfect for flatbottomed shelves or cabinets.If your mounting surface has a front lip, consider installing the RigidStrip Light on the inside back of the lip with the LEDs facing towards your backsplash.
This method provides a different illumination effect. RigidStrip installed through a slot sawed into cabinet divider.RigidStrips join end-to-end with the integrated linking connector. Remove the included end cap and gently insert the protruding connector of the next light into the place the end cap was. The connector is designed to insert one way only, be sure the LEDs are
facing the same direction. After connecting together any adjacent RigidStrip sections, use gentle pressure to snap them into the surface mount clips.
Note: If connecting 3 or more RigidStrips in a row, it may be necessary to first install the lights into the clips, then slide them together to complete the connection.Use the 2-in. Jumper Connector to connect two RigidStrips at an angle, or around a corner. Splice in additional wire to extend the connector and bridge larger gaps and turns in your lighting layout.Be sure all wire splice connections are secure and sealed. Options include soldering, electrical tape, crimp connectors, terminal blocks, wire nuts, etc.Complete your installation by applying power with a 60-in. Power Lead Connector. Hook up a Power Lead Connector to the fi rst light in each leg. Be sure polarity is properly connected to your power supply and power on to test.

Troubleshooting

RigidStrip does not light

• Make sure your LED power supply is receiving 120-volt power.
• Confirm you have maintained correct polarity (+ to + and – to –) when joining RigidStrips to the 12-volt power supply.
• Check all connections and any switch or dimmer connections from the power supply to the LED tape light. Consider testing with a multimeter to ensure your RigidStrip is receiving 12-volt power.

Only part of the RigidStrip array is lit

• Check connections at the part where the RigidStrips transfer from lit to unlit.
• Confirm that your strips are facing the same direction and the connectors are pushed together tightly.

RigidStrip blinks on and off

• Your power supply is not adequate for the amount of RigidStrips you are powering. Install a higher wattage power supply or reduce watts used by removing RigidStrip sections.
• LEDs farthest from the power supply are noticeably dimmer
• This is the result of voltage drop. Decrease the length of the 12-volt power feed wires or use thicker power feed wires between the 12-volt power supply and the tape lighting.
• Do not exceed 8 sections in one leg of lighting. Consider separating your lighting into multiple, smaller legs.

Visit armacostlighting.com/installation for additional installation tips and FAQs.

SPECIFICATIONS

Input voltage …………………………………………………………..12-volt DC
Light output ………………………………………………. ~285+ lumens each
Energy used ………………………………………………………2.5 watts each
Beam angle ……………………………………………………………………..60°
Color Rendering Index (CRI) ………………………………………………. ±80
LED light source ……………………………………… High power SMD 2835
Country of Origin ……………………………………………………………China

Limited three-year warranty

Improper installation, abuse, or failure to use this product for its intended purpose will void warranty. This warranty only applies when all components, including LED power supplies, have been provided by or approved for use by Armacost Lighting. The warranty does not cover labor or any other costs or expense to remove or install any defective, repaired or replaced products.

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References

• LED Lighting Products & Solutions from Armacost Lighting
• Installation Instructions for LED Lights – Armacost Lighting
• LED Light Dimming Basics – Armacost Lighting
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