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Solatube® Daylight Dimmer Installation Instructions

Solatube®  Daylight Dimmer Installation Instructions

Solatube® Daylight Dimmer Installation Instructions

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Overview: This document provides comprehensive installation instructions for the Solatube Daylight Dimmer. It includes a parts list, safety warnings, and detailed step-by-step procedures. It is crucial to read all instructions and warnings before starting the installation to ensure safety and proper functionality.
Parts List: The installation requires a Daylight Dimmer, a Seal and Fastener Kit, and a Daylight Dimmer Switch, which is sold separately. Additional cables for multiple units are also available separately.
Warnings: Safety is emphasized throughout the document, highlighting risks such as intense heat from reflective tubes, sharp edges, and the dangers of working at heights. It advises using appropriate safety gear and ensuring compliance with all relevant codes and regulations.
Installation Tips: The document provides specific tips for different roof types and conditions. It advises against using unauthorized materials or methods, as this will void the warranty. Guidance is provided on positioning the system for optimal lighting and avoiding shaded or obstructed roof areas.
Daylight Dimmer Installation: Detailed instructions are provided for installing different Solatube models, including securing the dimmer with screws and applying foil tape. It also covers the wiring of the DC control switch and the setup for controlling multiple units.
Electrical Components: Safety precautions for electrical components include switching off power at the service panel and using appropriate wire ratings. Specific instructions are provided for wiring in North America and Europe.
Additional Tips: The document includes tips for installing Solar Star Attic Ventilation and Light Add-On Kits, emphasizing the need for qualified electricians and proper ventilation to prevent hazards like carbon monoxide buildup.
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Solatube®  Daylight Dimmer Installation Instructions-1

Please read all warnings and instructions before beginning installation. ADDENDUM TO PARTS LISTQuantity 1. Daylight Dimmer (1) a. Foil Tape - 2” (50 mm) wide x 72 (1.8 mm) (1) e. Screws (Phillips) #8 x 5/8” (16 mm) Drill Tip (2) 3. Daylight Dimmer Switch (sold separately). a. Switch: DPDT Momentary, Rocker, Snap-In (5V, 100mA with Cover Plate) b. Cable: i. Switch Circuit: (4) Conductor, Stranded Copper, 22ga, (Green, White, Red and Black) 30 ft. 18ga, (Green, White, Red and Black) not provided and sourced by others. c. Screws: (2) #6 Recessed Oval Slotted 4. Two (2) Conductor Cable for Multiple Units (sold separately, not pictured) a. (2) Conductor, Stranded Copper, 22ga, (Red and Black) 500 ft. b. (2) Conductor, Stranded Copper, 18ga, (Red and Black) - Not provided and sourced by others. For the most current Installation Instructions, please visit www.solatube.com/instructions Solatube International, Inc. | 2210 Oak Ridge Way | Vista, CA 92081-8341 | www.solatube.com | T:888.SOLATUBE

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Solatube®  Daylight Dimmer Installation Instructions-2

WARNING Do not proceed with the installation until you have read the entire instructions, including these warnings. (Use of materials or methods not authorized by Solatube International will result in an invalid warranty.) Solatube International, Inc. (seller) assumes no responsibility or obligation whatsoever for the failure of an architect, contractor, installer, or building owner to comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, building codes, electrical codes, energy codes, fire and safety codes and requirements, roof warranties and adequate safety precautions. Installation of this product...

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Solatube®  Daylight Dimmer Installation Instructions-3

Daylighting Systems Installation Tips (Continued)   Allow at least 2-3 hours for the installation, particularly if this is your first installation. During the day, turn off all the lights in the room to see how much natural light comes in through the windows, and determine the best position for the Solatube Daylighting System. To light a specific area, place the system over the area, not in the center of the room. This will prevent the desired area from being shaded by tall objects in the room. Measure the distance between the roof and the ceiling. If you don’t have enough tubing, contact your...

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Solatube®  Daylight Dimmer Installation Instructions-4

For the Solatube 21-C (21 in/530 mm Daylighting System), orient the Daylight Dimmer around the outside of the transition box so that the locator tabs drop into the slots on the transition box. Secure the Daylight Dimmer using (2) 5/8” (15.5 mm) drill tip screws in the pre-drilled holes. Apply foil tape around perimeter of the Daylight Dimmer (Diagram B). Step 2. For Solatube 160 DS (10 in/250 mm Daylighting System) or Solatube 290 DS (14 in/350 mm Daylighting System) - Adjust extension tube to the small notch/larger diameter to fit into the Daylight Dimmer. Insert extension tubing atop the inside...

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Solatube®  Daylight Dimmer Installation Instructions-5

DC Control (Multiple Units/Daisy-Chain) Step 4. Controlling multiple (two or more) units from one master switch requires (2) conductor cable, black & red, wire stranded (not included). Connect each unit via terminals 1 to 1 (red to red) and 2 to 2 (black to black) (Diagram D). This will require (2) conductors per terminal. Notes for Controlling Multiple Units: 1.) The maximum number of units that can be controlled from one master switch is ten (10). 2.) Maximum distance from the wall switch to the first dimmer in the series cannot exceed: 25 feet for 22 AWG 100 feet for 18 AWG 3.) Maximum distance...

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