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kim lighting Lightvault RGBW LTV81 Installation Instructions Manual
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CREATE A BUFFER ZONE:INSTALL IN CONCRETE:USE REBAR CAGE ANCHOR IN PAVED AREAS12/15/17 EC 171215002 Status C Part No. 93065931Lightvault®RGBW LTV81/LTV82 RGBW Installation InstructionsIn-grade luminaires often become ineffective or inoperable simplybecause they are not installed and maintained correctly. While it istempting to install these fixtures below grade, this generally turns outto be unsatisfactory unless the installation is in a paved area. Whenthe fixtures are installed too low, they become a collection point fordirt, mud and encroaching ground cover. With a little preplanningand care, in-grade luminaires can be installed in a manner that willpromote easy maintenance and longevity. The following installationmethods represent our best recommendations.When the fixtures are to be installed in areas planted in groundcover and shrubbery, a buffer zone is needed to prevent lensovergrowth as the plants mature. Elevating the fixture willencourage water runoff around the unit rather than over the top.Advantages of a buffer zone:• Helps prevent lens overgrowth.• Provides a defined edge for trimming.• Provides drainage around fixture and helps keep the lens clean.• Rock-fill partially buffers fixture from corrosive soil and improvesground drainage.• Visually looks like a flush mounted installation.Wood FramingINSTALLATION GUIDELINES:Remember, always isolate and elevate.Another option for ground cover, shrubbery or lawn areas isto encase the fixture in concrete. This has some additional advantagesover the rock-fill method (above).Advantages of concrete installation:• Allows higher wattage lamps because concrete makesan excellent heat sink.• Totally isolates fixture from corrosive soils.• Helps prevent lens overgrowth.• Allows edging without scratching fixture.• Provides drainage around fixture and helps keepthe lens clean.• Rock-fill partially buffers fixture from corrosive soil and improvesground drainage.• Visually looks like a flush mounted installation.Note: Always use adequate rebar surrounding the fixture to prevent cracking of concrete.To make fixture installation easier in concrete, use Rebar CageAnchor (RCA81/82/83) and tie into paving rebar to support fixtureduring concrete pour.Advantages of paved area installation withrebar cage anchor• Supports fixture during concrete pour.• Can be easily tied into reinforcing rods used for paving• Easily adapts to any paving material.NOTE: Concrete foundation is to be designed accordingto local soil conditions (by others).2" to 4"Above GradeRock/Soil FillConcrete must have rebar to prevent cracking.Rebar Cage Anchor ties into rebarto support fixture during concrete pour.2" to 4"Above GradeCAUTIONAll conduit connections must be sealed Per 2011NEC 300.5 (G) in order for the Pour box to remain dry!(sealant not supplied.)! |
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