Lighting / Fixtures
Assembly Instructions for 0843-1P 1-Light Pendant
Quick assembly and installation guide for the 0843-1P 1-Light Antique Black Iron Single Pendant. Includes wiring diagrams, mounting steps, and placement recommendations.
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Before beginning the installation of your 0843-1P 1-Light Pendant, ensure you have read all instructions. All installation work must be performed by an accredited professional. Always shut off the power supply at the fuse or circuit breaker before starting. Use only the specified bulbs and do not exceed the maximum recommended wattage.
Lighting Placement Recommendations
Proper placement ensures the best lighting for your space:
- Kitchen Island: Center a linear pendant over the island. If using hanging pendants, use one for every 24 inches of island length. Fixtures should hang at least 30 inches above the countertop.
- Dining Room Table: Fixtures should hang at least 30 inches above the table. Use a fixture that is 12 inches narrower than the width of the table.
- Open Areas: The bottom of the fixture should hang at least 7.5 feet from the floor. Ensure there is clearance for any opening doors.
Assembly and Installation
Follow these steps to assemble and install your fixture:
- Preparation: Remove the fixture and parts bag from the carton. Attach the mounting strap (A) to the junction box using mounting screws (B).
- Height Adjustment: Unscrew the canopy loop collar (I) from the canopy loop (H). Test the height by passing the canopy (G) over the loop. Adjust the nipple (F) and canopy loop (H) until the desired height is reached.
- Chain Assembly: Measure the required chain length. Use pliers to remove excess chain (J). Attach chain connectors (K) to the chain. Pass fixture wires through the top loop (L) and up through the chain.
- Wiring: Have an assistant support the fixture's weight. Connect the fixture wires to the house supply wires using wire connectors. Ensure all twists are in the same direction.
- Finishing: Push the canopy (G) to the ceiling and secure it with the canopy loop collar (I). Slide the shade (N) over the socket (M) and secure it with the socket ring (P). Install the light bulb (not included).
Wiring Guide
Correct wiring is essential for safety. Identify your wires as follows:
- Hot Wire: Smooth, black, or transparent with black inner thread.
- Neutral Wire: Ribbed, white, or transparent with white inner thread.
- Ground Wire: Copper, bare metal, green, or transparent with green inner thread.
If there is no house ground wire, wrap the fixture's ground wire around the ground screw (E) on the mounting strap.
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Practical help
Common problems
Fixture not hanging at the correct height
Adjust the nipple (F) and canopy loop (H) during the preparation phase, or remove excess chain links using pliers.
Wiring confusion
Refer to the wire identification guide: Hot is smooth/black, Neutral is ribbed/white, and Ground is copper/green/bare metal.
Canopy does not sit flush against the ceiling
Ensure the canopy loop collar (I) is threaded tightly onto the canopy loop (H) and that wires are tucked neatly into the junction box.
Before use
- Turn off power at the circuit breaker.
- Verify all parts (A-P) are present in the parts bag.
- Ensure you have the correct light bulb (not included).
- Have an assistant available to support the fixture weight during wiring.
- Check that the mounting strap is securely attached to the junction box.
Specs in practice
- Neutral Wire
- Completes the circuit; identified by ribbed texture, white color, or white inner thread.
Images and diagrams
- The parts diagram (Page 2) illustrates the assembly order from the mounting strap (A) down to the shade (N).
- The wiring diagram (Page 2) shows how to connect fixture wires to house wires using wire connectors.
Model compatibility
- Ensure the light bulb used does not exceed the maximum recommended wattage.
- Installation must be performed by an accredited professional.
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