Installation Instructions for Vado Post Outdoor Lantern
Quick installation guide for the Vado Post outdoor lantern. Includes wiring instructions, grounding procedures, and assembly steps for secure mounting.
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Quick guide from the manual
This document provides installation instructions for the Vado Post outdoor lantern. The fixture is safety-listed for wet locations. Ensure all installations comply with local electrical codes.
Safety Information
- Risk of Fire: This product must be installed by a person familiar with the construction and operation of the product.
- Wiring: Use minimum 90°C supply conductors.
Installation
- Connect the fixture to a suitable ground in accordance with local electrical codes.
- Connect the white fixture wire (square and/or rigid) to the neutral power line wire using a wire nut.
- Connect the black fixture wire (round and/or smooth) to the hot power line wire using a wire nut.
- Secure the fixture to the post using the provided post screws.
- Screw the lamp into the socket. Important: Refer to the label on the socket for maximum wattage information.
- Screw the shade into the shade base.
- Place the cover onto the fixture, align the cover holes with the fixture holes, and secure it in place with the cover screws.
Practical help
Common problems
Fixture is loose on the post
Ensure the post screws are tightened securely to the post.
Wiring connection issues
Verify that wire nuts are tight and that the white (neutral) and black (hot) wires are connected to the correct power line wires.
Before use
- Verify the location is suitable for wet conditions.
- Ensure supply conductors are rated for at least 90°C.
- Check local electrical codes for grounding requirements.
- Confirm the lamp wattage does not exceed the socket label limit.
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