American Lighting Commercial Grade Light String - Manual (Page 2)

SUSPENDING LIGHT STRINGS
1. Light string must be securely attached to a support structure at each end of each span. See chart below
for maximum span distances:
2. Secure light string to supporting hardware (eyebolts, brackets, etc., not provided) using cable
ties (not included). See Figure 1.
3. For spans exceeding the above, use properly rated cable support system and cable ties (both not
provided) and follow local codes for suspended structures and loads.
CONNECTING LIGHT STRINGS TO POWER SOURCE
WARNING – RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!! Disconnect power at source prior to
wiring and follow any required lock-out/tag-out procedures. Wiring instructions
intended for use by qualified and licensed electrical contractors.
1. Located power source in properly rated junction box (not supplied) for
indoor or outdoor application. See Figure 2.
2. Thread light string end through strain relief fitting (indoor installations) or
water tight strain relief fitting (outdoor installations) and into junction box.
3. Connect light string to power source: smooth wire to black (hot) wire; ribbed
wire to white (neutral) wire.
4. Ensure that no bare wires are exposed outside the electrical connections.
5. Power source may be switched with properly rated switch or dimmer control (not provided). For maximum
run distances, see Table 1 on following page.
Installation instructions for LS-C, LS-I, LS-M and LS-MS light string product for permanent installation
MODEL # Max. span between supports
LS-M and LS-MS 24” spacing between sockets 10 sockets or 20’
LS-I with 15” spacing between sockets 15 sockets or 19’
LS-C with 12” spacing between bulbs 20 sockets or 20’
Structural support
Figure 1
Supporting
hardware
Maximum span between supports for light strings
not supported by supplemental cable system
Note: Use14AWG for connection to power source. Check local electrical codes for variations before installing or lamping light string.
Figure 2
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