AURORALIGHT CORONADO PTA727901 High Performance LED Luminaires Installation Guide

: September 24, 2024
: auroralight

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CORONADO PTA727901 High Performance LED Luminaires
Product Information
Specifications:
Product Usage Instructions:

CORONADO PTA727901 High Performance LED Luminaires

Product Information

Specifications:

Model: PTA727901
Power Supply: Low Energy Cable
Lead Wire Gauge: 18GA
Supply Cable Gauge: 12GA
Tools Required: 3/32 Allen Key, Heavy Mallet/Hammer, Wire
Cutter/Stripper

Product Usage Instructions:

1. Safety Precautions:

Before installation, ensure the power supply is completely off
to prevent electrical shock. It is recommended to disconnect the
transformer from the electrical supply.

2. Ground Stake Installation:

Pound the ground stake fully into the soil, ensuring it is plumb
for stability.

3. Lead Wire Setup:

Feed the 18GA lead wires through the ground stake and out of the
lead wire exit hole as shown in the provided figure.

4. Connecting to Supply Cable:

Connect the 18GA lead wires to a 12GA underground supply cable
using UL listed connectors suitable for underground burial or wet
locations. Refer to the figure for proper configuration.

5. Power Supply Cable:

The underground supply cable for powering this luminaire should
be SPT-3 Underground Low Energy Cable and must be listed as such.
Follow the provided figure for reference.

6. Additional Tips:

Small gauge cables are susceptible to damage in the landscape.
Protect them by routing them close to the luminaire or adjacent to
a concrete slab. Do not bury the cables more than 6 inches deep and
avoid over-tightening during installation.

7. Compliance and Safety:

Ensure that the luminaire is installed in accordance with local
codes and the National Electrical Code (NEC) to avoid serious
injury or damage. Follow NEC Code 680.22(B)(6) if installing near a
pool, spa, or fountain.

FAQs

Q: What type of cable should be used for the power supply?

A: The luminaire requires SPT-3 Underground Low Energy Cable
listed for underground use.

Q: Can fixtures be installed by anyone?

A: Fixtures should always be installed by a licensed electrician
to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

CORONADO INSTALL GUIDE
PTA727901

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. To prevent electrical shock, disconnect transformer from
electrical supply and make sure power supply is completely off before installation. Fixtures should always be installed by a licensed electrician.
2. Pound the ground stake fully into soil, stake should be plumb.
3. Loosen the set screw with the supplied Allen key and remove the ½” adapter from the stem assembly. Screw the ½” adapter into the ground stake and tighten down by hand.
4. Feed the 18GA lead wires through the ground stake and out of lead wire exit hole (see figure).
5. Slide the stem assembly into the ½” adapter until it fully stops. Tighten the set screw down to secure in place.
6. Separate the 2-conductor 18GA lead wires by pulling apart the ends approximately 10″. Strip about ½” of the insulation off the ends (see figure).
7. Connect the 18GA lead wires to 12GA underground supply cable using UL listed connectors suitable for underground burial or wet location (see figure for configuration).
8. Underground supply cable for power supply to this luminaire shall be SPT-3 Underground Low Energy Cable and listed as such (see figure).

FINISH GRADE WIRE EXIT HOLE UL LISTED WIRE CONNECTOR
12GA LISTED SPT-3 UNDERGROUND CABLE
18GA LEAD WIRE

REQUIRED TOOLS:
3/32 Allen Key (Included) Heavy Mallet/Hammer Wire Cutter / Stripper
STEM ASSEMBLY
SET SCREW 1/2″ ADAPTER GROUND STAKE

P. 760.931.2910 E. techsupport@auroralight.com O. 2742 Loker Ave. W Carlsbad CA 92010 W. www.auroralight.com

TIP: Small gauge cable is vulnerable to damage in the landscape; Protect by routing in close proximity to the luminaire or adjacent to concrete slab or similar structure. Do not bury more than 6″ deep. Do not over tighten.

WARNING: Luminaire must be
installed in accordance with local
codes and the National Electrical
Code (NEC). Failure to do so may result in serious injury and or damage to the luminaire.

WARNING: Risk of electric
shock. Install per NEC Code 680.22(B (6), if listed low voltage luminaires are to be
located near a pool, spa or fountain.