Installation Guide

IMPORTANT:
Follow the polarity
markings printed
on your power supply.
Input:
120-volt AC
Unit shown with
end caps removed
Output:
12-volt DC
(Black)
–
+
(Red)
TO LED
LIGHTING
Class 2 Listed for Safety
Understanding Voltage Drop
Voltage drop is a natural occurrence in low voltage lighting systems.
It is the gradual decrease in voltage that occurs along the length of
the 12-volt power feed wires to the lighting, and varies depending on
the type and size of installation. It is a function of wire length, wire
thickness, and the energy, or total watts, used by the lighting.
Voltage drop only becomes undesirable if you notice the
brightness in one area of your lighting is objectionably different
than in another area. With LED tape lighting, voltage drop also
occurs along longer length strips. As a practical approach, test
your lighting prior to final installation.
If voltage drop appears to be a concern, shorten your 12-volt
power feed wires or switch to a heavier gauge wire (lower AWG
number). You can also shorten the length of an LED tape light
installation, or consider using an additional power supply to
create a second, separate installation.
LED light color and brightness are best when the 12-volt power
feed wires from the power supply to the LED lighting is delivering
as close to 12 volts as possible.
Excessive voltage drop = reduced brightness and color accuracy
Shorter and/or thicker wires = higher brightness and color consistency
Longer LED tape = an increase in voltage drop
Visit armacostlighting.com for LED installation ideas, wire diagrams
and an on-line voltage-drop calculator.
Standard 12-Volt DC LED Power Supply
Highly efficient, stabilized, constant voltage DC power for LED lighting
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
Power must be disconnected at all times during installation.
Observe polarity of the 12-volt DC output. Failure to observe polarity
could damage LED lighting.
Total wattage of all LED fixtures used must not exceed the maximum
watt rating of the power supply.
These electronic LED power supplies are not compatible with
standard 120-volt AC dimmer switches. Use only Armacost
Lighting low voltage 12-volt DC LED dimmers for brightness
control of lighting.
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Full safety shut off protection in case of lighting overload, open
circuit, short circuit, over-temperature or other fault. Unit will
automatically restart after the fault has been corrected.
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For dry location use only. Allow for ventilation.
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Use only insulated staples or plastic ties to secure cords
and wires.
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Route and secure wires so they will not be pinched or damaged.
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All wiring must be in accordance with national and local
electrical codes, low voltage Class 2 circuit. For wire runs
inside of walls, use properly certified CL2 or better cabling
and appropriate mounting hardware. If you are unclear as
to how to install and wire this product, contact a qualified
electrician. Failure to install this device properly may result
in electrical shock or fire.
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Do not install Class 2 low voltage wiring in the same runs as
AC main power. If AC and low voltage wires cross, keep them
at 90-degree angles.
Comes prewired with AC cord and plug for use with existing outlets.
When end caps are removed, this power supply can also be direct
wire installed through on-board terminal blocks. Do not use AC
ground wire. This LED driver uses Class II AC inputs with a fully
isolated double insulated plastic case; ground wire is not required.
SPECIFICATIONS
See model-specific information on your unit’s case label
Input voltage ............................................... 100-240-volt AC
Input frequency .......................................................50/60Hz
Output voltage ......................................................12-volt DC
Operating temperature ......................-5 to 95°F (-15 to 35°C)
IP protection .......................................IP20, dry location only
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Class 2 Power Unit, conforms to UL Standard 1310, Certified
to Canada CSA Std. C22.2 No. 223-M91
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Class II AC input (two-wire connection, requires no ground)
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Complies with FCC Part 15B
Limited 3-year warranty. This product is for dry location use
only. Failure to use this power supply for its intended purpose
or improper installation will void warranty. Questions? Email
[e-mail].
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