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Attaching Connectors and
Mounting Rope Light
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2. Place the
plastic end-cap on the end of the rope
farthest from where the the power source
will be. The end cap is necessary to prevent
water from getting into the ropelight wiring
and creating an electrical short circuit.
Place the end-cap on firmly |
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3. Next, place
the retaining ring on the rope light. Then
insert the sharp connector pins into the end
of the rope light until they make contact
with the wires inside. Use pliers to push
the pins inside. Note that 1-2mm of the pins
will not fit inside the rope. This is
normal. FYI: This connector pin should have
3 pins for chasing rope light and 2 pins for
2 wire rope light. |
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4. Slide the
housing over the connector pin unit and onto
the rope light until pins are no longer
visible The split end should cover the rope
light. |
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5. Slide the power cord onto the blunt
connector pins that are inside the housing.
Push together firmly to ensure a good
connection. |
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6. Tighten down both retainer rings,
starting with the ring on the rope light
first. Once you have begun tightening this
retainer ring, twist both at the same time
until snug. |
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| 7. Rope
light is water tight, but if it will be
placed outdoors or come in contact with
moisture, seal the joints with silicon glue. |
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How
do I mount rope light?
You can use
mounting clips or a mounting track. When
using clips, simply use small screws to
attach the clips in the desired location.
Then push the rope light into the clips.
Attach a mounting track with good adhesive
or screws in the desired location and then
insert the rope light. Do not use adhesive
directly on the rope light as it may cause
damage to the tubing. Do not place rope
lighting in a covered area, or place in a
groove. Rope lights must be able to
dissipate heat.
How do I
determine how many mounting clips to buy?
These are very
inexpensive. We generally recommend one per
foot of rope light, or more in sections that
have a sharper bend. |
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