Home Decorators Collection 1-Light Mini Pendant Use and Care Guide
Item #: 1004 244 915, 1004 291 939
Model #: 7994HDCBN, 7994HDCAB
1-Light Mini Pendant
Contact Information:
Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to the store, call Home Decorators Collection Customer Service:
8 a.m. – 7 p.m., EST, Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., EST, Saturday
1-800-986-3460
Thank you for your purchase. Home Decorators Collection strives to create quality products designed to enhance your home.
Safety Information
Read and understand this entire manual before you attempt to assemble, install, or operate this product.
⚠️ WARNING: Read instructions carefully and turn off the electricity at the main circuit breaker panel before you begin this installation.
⚠️ WARNING: If any special control devices are used with this fixture, follow the instructions carefully to assure full compliance with N.E.C. requirements. If there are any questions, contact a qualified electrical contractor.
⚠️ DANGER: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, please go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
⚠️ WARNING: Risk of fire. 90° C supply conductors. Consult a qualified electrician to ensure the correct branch circuit conductor.
⚠️ CAUTION: All glass is fragile. Use care when handling glass shades and bulbs.
Warranty
The manufacturer warrants this lighting fixture to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only to the original consumer purchaser and only to products used in normal use and service. If this product is found to be defective, the manufacturer's only obligation, and your exclusive remedy, is the repair or replacement of the product at the manufacturer's discretion, provided that the product has not been damaged through misuse, abuse, accident, modifications, alterations, neglect, or mishandling. This warranty shall not apply to any product that is found to have been improperly installed, set-up, or used in any way not in accordance with the instructions supplied with the product. This warranty shall not apply to a failure of material or workmanship. This warranty shall not apply to the finish on any portion of the product, such as surface and/or weathering, as this is considered normal wear and tear. The manufacturer does not warrant and specially disclaims any warranty, whether express or implied, of fitness for a particular purpose, other than the warranty contained herein. The manufacturer specifically disclaims and liability and shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental loss or damage, including but not limited to any labor/expense costs involved in the replacement or repair of said product.
Contact the Customer Service Team at 1-800-986-3460 or visit www.HomeDepot.com/HomeDecorators.
Pre-installation
Planning Installation
Before beginning installation, make sure all parts are included using the Hardware Included and Package Contents sections. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble, install, or operate the product.
To avoid damaging this product, place it on a soft, non-abrasive surface, such as carpet or cardboard.
Tools Required (Not Included)
- Electrical tape
- Safety goggles
- Phillips screwdriver
- Level
- Ladder
- Pliers
- Wire stripper
- Wire cutters
Hardware Included
NOTE: Hardware not shown to actual size.
Part | Description | Quantity |
---|---|---|
AA | Round mounting plate | 1 |
BB | Wire nut | 3 |
CC | Mounting screw | 2 |
DD | Hex nut | 2 |
EE | Cylinder nut | 2 |
FF | Chain (chain loop pre-assembled) | 1 |
GG | Stem (6 in. x 1, 12 in. x 4) | 5 |
HH | Quick connect link | 1 |
Package Contents
Diagram showing:
- A: Canopy (1)
- HH: Quick connect link
- FF: Chain (chain loop pre-assembled)
- C: Glass shade
- D: Socket ring
- GG: Stem
- B: Fixture
Installation
1. Preparing the mounting bracket
Insert the mounting screws (CC) into the round mounting plate (AA) and secure with the hex nuts (DD).
Diagram shows mounting plate (AA) with screws (CC) and hex nuts (DD).
2. Installing the mounting plate assembly
Install the round mounting plate (AA) to the outlet box using the outlet box screws (not provided). Ensure that the mounting screws (CC) protrude away from the outlet box.
Insert the mounting screws (CC) into the round mounting plate (AA) and secure with the hex nuts (DD).
Diagram shows mounting plate (AA) with screws (CC) and hex nuts (DD) being attached to an outlet box.
3. Assembling the fixture
Thread the wires from the fixture (B) through the stems (GG). Then screw the stem (GG) onto the fixture.
Pull the wiring up through the stem assembly tightly.
Diagram shows stems (GG) being threaded onto the fixture (B) with wires passing through.
4. Preparing the wires and canopy/chain assembly
(Optional) Shorten the chain length and wires to your desired hanging length.
Weave the wires through the chain (FF), chain loop (pre-assembled) and canopy (A). Open the chain link at the bottom of the chain (FF) and attach the loop located at the end of the fixture stem (GG). Close the chain link.
Use the quick connect link (HH) to attach the chain to the canopy (A).
Diagram shows wires being threaded through chain (FF), chain loop, and canopy (A). A quick connect link (HH) attaches the chain to the canopy. The chain is shown attached to the fixture stem (GG).
5. Connecting the wires
Strip 3/8 in. insulation from the wire ends of the fixture.
Using wire nuts (BB), connect the ribbed fixture wire to the white (neutral) supply wire from the junction box. Then connect the smooth fixture wire to the black (live) supply wire from the junction box.
Connect the ground wire from the junction box and the ground wire from the fixture to the ground screw on the mounting plate (AA). Tighten the ground screw to secure both ground wires to the mounting plate (AA).
Wrap electrical tape (not included) around the wire nuts (BB), and ensure they are secure. Then push all wire connections into the outlet box.
⚠️ CAUTION: If you have electrical questions, consult your local electrical code for approved grounding methods.
Diagram shows wire connections: ribbed wire to white, smooth wire to black, ground wire to ground screw. Wire nuts (BB) are shown.
6. Installing the fixture to the ceiling
Secure the fixture to the ceiling using the two cylinder nuts (EE). Tighten the cylinder nuts (EE) securely.
Diagram shows fixture being secured to ceiling plate (AA) with cylinder nuts (EE).
7. Installing the glass shade
The socket ring (D) is shipped pre-assembled. Unscrew the socket ring (D) from the fixture.
Install the glass shade (C) and reinstall the socket ring (D) to secure the glass shade (C). Do not overtighten.
Diagram shows glass shade (C) being attached with socket ring (D) to the fixture (B).
8. Installing the light bulb
Install the light bulb (not included) into the fixture socket. This fixture uses a 60-watt MAX, incandescent, medium-base, SBCFL or SBLED bulb. Ensure that you do not exceed the recommended wattage.
Diagram shows a light bulb being inserted into the fixture socket.
Care and Maintenance
⚠️ WARNING: Before you perform any cleaning or maintenance work, turn off the electricity at the main circuit breaker panel.
Wipe the fixture with a damp, soft cloth. Do not use any abrasive cleaners or cleaners that contain alcohol.
When replacing bulbs, use a 60-watt MAX, incandescent, medium-base, SBCFL or SBLED bulb.
Troubleshooting
Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
---|---|---|
The light will not turn on. | A bulb is burned out. The power is off. There is a faulty wire connection. There is a faulty switch. |
Replace the bulb. Ensure the power supply is on. Check the wiring. Contact a qualified and licensed electrician if you are not comfortable troubleshooting wiring problems. Test or replace the switch. |
The fuse blows or the circuit breaker trips when the light is turned on. | There are crossed wires or the power wire is grounding out. | Discontinue use of the fixture. Check the wire connections or contact a qualified electrician. |