diodeled NEON BLAZE 24V LED Strip Light Top Bending Installation Guide

diodeled NEON BLAZE 24V LED Strip Light Top Bending

Specifications

• Product Name: NEON BLAZETM 24V LED Strip Light
• Features: Dimmable, IP65 rated for dry/wet locations, 24VDC
• Power: 1.2w/ft. / 2.7w/ft. / 4.4w/ft.
• Input: 24VDC Constant Voltage
• Ambient Temp: Indoor/Outdoor/IP65

Product Usage Instructions

Top Bending

Follow the steps outlined in the installation guide for top bending the NEON BLAZETM LED Strip Light.

Side Bending

• Refer to the installation guide for side bending instructions for the NEON BLAZETM LED Strip Light.

Safety & Warnings

1. Install by national and local electrical code regulations.
2. This product should be installed and serviced by a qualified, licensed electrician.
3. Avoid modifying or disassembling the product beyond the provided instructions to prevent voiding the warranty.
4. Regularly inspect the fixture and wiring for any damage.
5. Avoid submerging the Strip Light in liquids or using it near standing water.
6. Avoid installing near areas with exposure to chlorinated water.
7. Do not attempt to repair the product in the field.

Installation Process

1. Turn off the power at the circuit breaker before starting the installation process.
2. If cutting the strip light to a specific length, ensure to cut only at designated cut points to prevent damage.
3. Prepare the LED strip for installation by ensuring the arrows on the underside point away from the initial connection.
4. Insert the spacer directly over the LED strip light to maintain warranty requirements.
5. Connect the top and bottom halves of the connector cover surrounding the connection point.

FAQ

• Q: Can the NEON BLAZETM LED Strip Light be used in submersible applications?
• A: No, this product is not recommended for submersible applications or within 5 feet of a swimming pool.
• Q: What tools are required for the installation of the LED Strip Light?
• A: The installation requires tools such as a Phillips-head screwdriver, ruler, wire stripper, cutting tool (if cutting tape light), and sealant for wet locations.

FEATURES

Top bending

Side bending

SAFETY & WARNINGS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Install in accordance with national and local electrical code regulations.
2. This product is intended to be installed and serviced by a qualified, licensed electrician.
3. Do not modify or disassemble this product beyond instructions or the warranty will be void.
4. Do not use it if there is any damage to the fixture or wiring. Inspect periodically.
5. Do not submerge Strip Light in liquids or use the product in the vicinity of standing water or other liquids.
6. Do not install near areas with exposure to chlorinated water. (Salt water environments are approved)
7. Do not attempt to fix this product in the field.
8. Failure to follow safety warnings and installation instructions will void the warranty for this product.

QUICK SPECS / MODELS

• † Do not install the product in an environment outside the listed temperature.
• NOT FOR USE IN SUBMERSIBLE APPLICATIONS, OR WITHIN 5 FEET OF A SWIMMING POOL.

REQUIRED TOOLS

1. Phillips-head Screwdriver
2. Ruler (Recommended)
3. Wire Stripper (Recommended)
4. Cutting tool if cutting tape light to a specific length.
5. Sealant if cutting tape light to a specific length and installing in a wet location. The recommended sealant is the DI-WPSL or equivalent.

HANDLE PRODUCT WITH CARE!

TOP BENDING NEON BLAZE™ LED Strip Light

SIDE BENDING NEON BLAZE™ LED Strip Light

INSTALLATION

Note: Failure to follow installation instructions may void the warranty.

TURN THE POWER OFF AT THE CIRCUIT BREAKER

SHOCK HAZARD! May result in serious injury or death.

• Turn the power OFF at the circuit breaker before installation.

PREPARE NEON BLAZE™ LED STRIP FOR INSTALLATION

• Before cutting or attaching connectors, ensure that the arrows on the underside of the Strip Light point away from the initial connection.

• Skip to 3.3 if not cutting to a specific length.
• If cutting to length, ensure to cut the Strip Light at the designated cut points only. Cutting anywhere else will cause damage to the Strip Light.

CREATE CONNECTION

INSERT SPACER

• Insert spacer directly OVER LED Strip Light allowing each arm of spacer to slide next to first LED. A spacer must be used to maintain the warranty.

OPEN SPACE FOR CONNECTOR

• Locate the Plastic Backing underneath the LED Strip Light.
• Using a fingernail or a small object, separate the Backing from the LED Strip Light.

INSERT CONNECTOR

• Slide the blades of the connector directly UNDER LED Strip Light, and ABOVE Plastic Backing, then press firmly.

COVER CONNECTOR

• Connect the top and bottom halves of the connector cover surrounding the connection point.

STRAIGHT WIRE ENTRY

SIDE WIRE ENTRY

BOTTOM WIRE ENTRY

MOUNT NEON BLAZE™ LED STRIP LIGHT

Option A: Bottom U-Clips

• Screw bottom u-clips to surface.

Note: It is recommended to use two bottom u-clips for every foot of NEON BLAZE™ LED Strip Light.

• Insert NEON BLAZE™ LED Strip Light into the bottom u-clip.

Option B: Top U-Clips

• Place NEON BLAZE LED Strip Light on the surface, then place clear top u-clip over Strip Light.

Note: It is recommended to use two clear top u-clips for every foot of NEON BLAZE™ LED Strip Light.

• Screw top u-clip to surface.

• NEON BLAZE™ LED Strip Light may be bent to resemble neon lighting. Examples below:
• Top bending NEON BLAZE™ LED Strip Light may be bent “up and down” on the vertical axis of the Strip Light.

• Side bending NEON BLAZE™ LED Strip Light may be bent “Left and Right” on the horizontal axis of the Strip Light.

CONNECT TO 96” EXTENSION CABLE

• Top bending and side bending connectors will have wet location-rated plug connector (female) on the opposite end.
• 96” NEON BLAZE™ Extension cable will have a wet location rated plug connector (male) on the opposite end of the splice connection.

• Screw the connector cap onto the extension cable securely.

ATTACH DRIVER AND LIGHTING CONTROL

• Verify a compatible driver is installed. Utilize applicable wiring when installing outdoors. (Use of wet location-rated junction box recommended)

TURN POWER ON AT CIRCUIT BREAKER

TOOLS & RESOURCES

• NEON BLAZE™ SPECIFICATION SHEET For full specifications.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Shift in brightness and/or kelvin| •   Ensure an appropriate gauge of wire is installed between the strip light and the LED driver. See VOLTAGE DROP CHARTS.
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Some LEDs are not functional

| •   Ensure the strip light has not been bent excessively, which could damage circuitry.

•   Ensure the strip light has not been submerged in any liquid for any amount of time.

Lights are flickering| •   Ensure a compatible driver and/or dimming control is installed. Check for loose connections.
Lights are turning on/off repeatedly| •   Ensure the driver is not overloaded. An overloaded driver will trip the internal auto-reset (of driver) repeatedly, turning the system on/off.

VOLTAGE DROP CHART
For best performance and lumen output, ensure proper wire gauge is installed to compensate for voltage drop of low voltage circuits.

24V Voltage Drop & Wire Length Distance Chart

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 ft.| 68 ft.| 45 ft.| 33 ft.| 27 ft.| 22 ft.| 19 ft.| 17 ft.| 14 ft.
16 AWG| 215 ft.| 109 ft.| 72 ft.| 54 ft.| 43 ft.| 36 ft.| 31 ft.| 27 ft.| 22 ft.
14 AWG| 345 ft.| 174 ft.| 115 ft.| 86 ft.| 69 ft.| 57 ft.| 49 ft.| 43 ft.| 36 ft.
12 AWG| 539 ft.| 272 ft.| 181 ft.| 135 ft.| 108 ft.| 90 ft.| 77 ft.| 68 ft.| 56 ft.
10 AWG| 784 ft.| 397 ft.| 263 ft.| 197 ft.| 158 ft.| 131 ft.| 112 ft.| 98 ft.| 82 ft.

Example: 24V Voltage Drop & Wire Length Distance Chart

1. Determine load size. Let’s assume the load is 55 W. Round up to the nearest load.
2. Determine the distance from driver to load. Let’s assume the distance is 90 ft.
3. It is recommended to install 12 AWG to 3 to eliminate excess voltage drop.

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.

Traditional ON/OFF Switch System

OMNIDRIVE® Electronic Dimmable Driver REIGN® 24V Dimmer System System

SWITCHEX® Dimmer/Driver System

REIGN® 24V Dimmer System

1. Driver may not require a fault ground connection. Refer to driver specifications for additional information.
2. Install a compatible Class 2 constant voltage driver. Refer to each driver specification 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 specification 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 labelled load for proper dimming performance (required for dimmable installations only).
7. Refer to driver or controller specifications for a compatible junction box.
8. See fixture specifications for maximum series run limits.

CONTACT

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• Fax: 415.592.1596
• www.DiodeLED.com.
• info@DiodeLED.com.
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References

• Illuminate Your Space - LED Lighting Solutions | Diode LED

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