tala BASALT TRIPLE Pendant Installation Guide
- June 3, 2024
- TALA
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tala BASALT TRIPLE Pendant
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BEFORE STARTING
We advise the fitting of our canopy and pendants to be performed by a qualified electrician. Please read through these instructions before commencing work, and keep them for future reference. Please take extreme care when carrying out these instructions.
IMPORTANT
This light fitting must be connected to the supply earth. If your lighting
circuit does not have an earth, ask a qualified electrician to provide an
earth facility. This light fitting is suitable for indoor use only. This
fitting operates on 120V mains voltage. Please visit our website to see our
recommended dimmers.
WARNING
Always switch off the electricity supply at the mains during installation and
maintenance. We recommend that the fuse is withdrawn or the circuit breaker is
switched off whilst work is in progress. Do not just turn off at the wall
switch. All fittings must be installed in accordance with the current NFPA 70,
National Electrical Code (NEC).
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
- Small flat-head screwdriver
- Wire strippers
- Insulation tape
- M10 (17mm) (5/8IN) wrench or adjustable wrench
Further equipment may be required for fixing to your ceiling.
Basalt Triple-Provided Components
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A x1 Ceiling Bracket
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B x1 Ceiling plate
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C x1 M10,
Internal tooth washer -
D x1 Nut
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E x3 Tala Basalt Pendants
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F x3 Tala Basalt Bulbs
INSTALLATION STEPS
STEP 1
Attach A to the ceiling using screws and plugs. Always choose screws and plugs
that are appropriate for the ceiling.
STEP 2
Thread all three pendant cables E through ceiling plate cord grips B.
STEP 3
Pull pendant cables E through cord grips B to your desired length. Using a
flathead screwdriver, tighten set screws B1 to secure them in place.
STEP 4
Cut off excess cable and strip wires to expose the copper core. Maintain
all double insulation.
STEP 5
Connect the pendants, plate, and mains wiring as shown.
STEP 6
Move B up onto A. Use toothed washer C and nut D to secure it in place. Do a
final tighten with the correct spanner.
STEP 7
Lift metal sleeve Fe and screw in the bulb firmly. Take care not to let the
metal sleeve fall onto the bulb.
STEP 8
Carefully lower the metal sleeve. F onto the bulb and rotate until the sides
of the sleeve align with the bulb. Make any final adjustments before switching
on the lights.
PENDANT DISPLAY GUIDE
MINIMUM CORD LENGTH A
For all bulbs shortest recommended cord length is 14 in.
DISTANCE BETWEEN PENDANTS B
The recommended minimum distance between pendants is 4 in.
PENDANTS – RECOMMENDED CABLE LENGTHS
SCENARIO 1
Above a coffee or dining table, or where height is required for seated tasks
.
SCENARIO 2
Above side tables, or where height is required for storage
SCENARIO 3
Above a kitchen island or bar, or where height is required for standing tasks
SCENARIO 4
Above a stairwell or walkway, or where height is required for walking
underneath.
WARRANTY AND AFTER-CARE
This product has a two-year warranty. If there appears to be a functional defect with the product during this time, please contact our team at customerservice@tala.co.uk. Please note, the flexible cable attached to this luminaire cannot be replaced; if the cable is damaged, recycle the luminaire and seek a replacement.
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References
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