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Golden Lighting 1142-1W Tessa 1-Light Wall Sconce Installation Guide
Installation and assembly instructions for the Golden Lighting 1142-1W Tessa 1-Light Wall Sconce, including wiring diagrams and safety guidelines.
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Product Overview
The Golden Lighting 1142-1W Tessa is a 1-light wall sconce designed for indoor residential use. The fixture arrives pre-assembled, requiring only mounting and electrical connection to a standard junction box. It features an adjustable mirror component for directional lighting control.
Safety and Preparation
Important: All installation work must be performed by an accredited professional. Before starting, ensure the power supply is completely shut off at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Do not exceed the maximum wattage specified for the bulb.
Installation Procedure
The installation process involves securing the mounting bracket to the wall junction box, connecting the fixture wires to the house supply wires, and attaching the backplate. An assistant is recommended to support the weight of the fixture during the wiring process. Ensure all wire connections are secure and properly insulated with wire connectors. The mirror component is attached using the provided nipple, nut, and rubber washer, allowing for angle adjustment.
Wiring Identification
Proper identification of wires is critical for safe operation:
- Hot: Smooth, black, or transparent wire with black inner thread.
- Neutral: Ribbed, white, or transparent wire with white inner thread.
- Ground: Copper, bare metal, green, or transparent wire with green inner thread.
If no house ground wire is present, the fixture ground wire must be attached to the ground screw on the mounting bracket.
Maintenance
For customer service or replacement parts, contact the place of purchase. Visit www.GoldenLighting.com for additional lighting advice and curated content.
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Practical help
Common problems
No house ground wire available
Locate the ground screw (E) on the mounting bracket and wrap the fixture's ground wire around it, then tighten securely.
Fixture weight during wiring
Have an assistant support the weight of the fixture while you complete the electrical connections.
Before use
- Shut off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.
- Verify the junction box is secure and capable of supporting the fixture.
- Ensure you have the correct light bulb type (not included).
- Confirm the mounting bracket is level and parallel to the floor.
Specs in practice
- Maximum Wattage
- Do not exceed the manufacturer's recommended wattage to prevent overheating.
- Wire Identification
- Use the texture (smooth/ribbed) or inner thread color to distinguish between Hot, Neutral, and Ground wires.
Model compatibility
- Requires a standard wall junction box for installation.
- Compatible with dimmers (if used with dimmable bulbs).
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