COLORCASCADE
®
Color Pool and Spa Light Installation and User’s Guide
COLORCASCADE
®
Color Pool and Spa Light Installation and User’s Guide
The following describes how to install the ColorCascade Light fixture.
Be sure that the pool or spa meets the requirements of the current National Electrical
Code (NEC) Article 680-22 and all local codes and ordinances. A licensed or certified
electrician must install the electrical system to meet or exceed those requirements
before the underwater light is installed. Some of the requirements of the National
Electrical Code which the pool’s electrical system must meet are as follows:
BEFORE STARTING: The following instructions must be completed by the
electrician before the ColorCascade light fixture is installed.
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The lighting circuit has a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) for 120
VAC line voltage models, and has an appropriately rated circuit breaker.
The conductors on the load side of the GFCI circuit shall not occupy
conduit, boxes, or enclosures containing other conductors unless the
additional conductors are also protected by a GFCI. Refer to local codes
for complete details.
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The Junction Box and the low voltage transformer is located at least eight
(8) inches (20.3 cm) above ground level and at least 48 inches (1.219 m)
from the edge of the pool; see Figure 2 on page 8.
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To be certain that the pool or spa electrical system meets all applicable
requirements, the electrician should also consult the local building
department.
INSTALLING COLORCASCADE
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LIGHT FIXTURE
(NEW POOL CONSTRUCTION)
7
INSTALLING THE COLORCASCADE
®
LIGHT NICHE
(AFTER ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ARE MET)
Note:
The pool or spa electrical system can be verified with a Pool and Spa Electrical
Qualification Test Kit. The test kit is available from Pentair Aquatic Systems. The electrical
system inspection using this kit must be performed by trained and certified personnel. To
be certain that the pool or spa electrical system meets all current applicable requirements,
the electrician should also consult the local building department. Use only Pentair Aquatic
Systems wet niches to ensure proper bonding and grounding connections.
