Lithonia Lighting Dusk to Dawn LED Area Light Installation Instructions

Product Overview

This document provides installation instructions for the Lithonia Lighting Dusk to Dawn LED Area Light, model BGR ALO SWW2 MVOLT PER. It details safety precautions, mounting procedures, wiring, and troubleshooting for the product.

Safety First!

Important Safety Instructions: Read and follow all safety warnings and instructions provided with the fixture. Failure to do so may void product warranties and could lead to injury or property damage. Always disconnect power before installation or servicing. Use caution when handling the fixture and avoid direct eye exposure to the light source. Keep combustible materials away from the fixture.

Electrical Safety: Ensure power is off before wiring. Verify supply voltage matches luminaire label. Make all connections in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes. Use UL approved wire connectors.

Risk of Injury: Wear gloves and safety glasses during installation and maintenance. Allow fixture to cool before handling.

Risk of Fire: Keep flammable materials away from the lamp/lens. Do not operate near combustible materials or substances affected by heat.

Risk of Product Damage: Never connect components under load. Do not mount in a way that can damage wire insulation. LED fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit. Ensure proper ventilation around the fixture. Do not exceed maximum ambient temperature. LED products are polarity sensitive.

Product Identification

Model Number(s): BGR ALO SWW2 MVOLT PER

Brand: Lithonia Lighting

Installation Instructions

General Precautions:

Read all instructions carefully and save for future reference.
Commercial installation should be performed by a qualified licensed electrician.
For residential installation, consult a qualified electrician if unsure.
Inspect fixture for freight damage upon receipt and report any damage to the carrier.
Ensure you have received the correct merchandise by comparing the packing slip description with the fixture label.

Fixture Packing List:

Description	Quantity
A) Light Fixture	1
B) Photocontrol*	1
C) Conduit plug	1
D) 2" Lag Bolts*	3
E) Set Screws	2
F) Wire Nuts*	3
G) Diffuser*	1
H) 3/16" Allen wrench*	1

*Contained in parts packs. Waterproof Supply Fittings, Conduit & Silicone Sealant required (purchase separately).

Required Tools:

Remove fixture components and parts pack. Check for all parts. Destroy packing material as it may be hazardous to children.

Turn OFF power at circuit breaker box! Do not rely on wall switch alone.

Photocontrol Installation

Align the arrow on top of the Photocontrol with the arrow on the receptacle. Insert pins and twist clockwise until it locks. Note: Keep photocontrol or Shorting Cap installed to ensure no water enters the photocontrol receptacle.

Surface Mounting (See Fig. A)

Note: Hardware included is for wood surfaces only. Ensure mounting surface is structurally sound. Use appropriate mounting hardware for your application.

Remove conduit plug (C) and pull supply wires through the conduit hole.
Mark mounting hole locations using the template on the box and drill 3/16" pilot holes in the wooden mounting surface.
Install two 2" Lag bolts (D) in bottom predrilled holes, leaving about 3/8" space under the head.
Install the third 2" Lag bolt (D) into the top predrilled hole and back the screw out to thread the hole.
Place Fixture Housing onto the two bottom bolts, install the third lag bolt, and tighten bolts to secure the fixture.
Make wire connections, push connections into the arm, and install conduit.

Arm Mounting (See Fig. B)

Note: Optional Mounting Arm (OMA) sold separately. Follow OMA instructions for mounting. Ensure arm is mounted onto a structurally sound surface that will support the fixture. Use appropriate mounting hardware for your application.

Make wire connections and push the mounting arm into the fixture arm hole, ensuring wires are not pinched.
Tighten Set screws (E) with the included Allen wrench (H) to secure the fixture to the arm.

Wiring and Fixture Operation

Ground Fixture: Connect the house supply ground wire and the fixture ground wire using a wire nut (F). Consult local electrical code if house wiring lacks a ground wire.

Connect Supply Wires: Use wire nuts (F) to connect the black fixture wire to the black power supply wire and the white fixture wire to the white (neutral) supply wire.

Turn on electricity at the fuse or circuit breaker box and verify installation. Test fixture at night or block the photocontrol.

Apply silicone caulking (not included) for moisture seal.

Brightness Level Setting (See Fig. C)

Preset to full brightness (9000LM) indicated by the large sun icon. For lower brightness, set the dial to the small sun icon.

Dial to SMALL SUN icon: for dim brightness.

Dial to LARGE SUN icon: for full brightness.

Light Color Setting (See Fig. C)

Preset to COOL/4000K. Set dial to desired light color.

COOL/light blue/4000K

WARM/yellow/3000K

DAYLIGHT/blue/5000K

Install Diffuser (Optional)

Align the keyholes on the diffuser rim with the 3 screw heads on the fixture bottom. Push up and rotate counter-clockwise to install. Tighten screws to secure (See Fig. D).

Troubleshooting Guide

If the fixture fails to operate properly:

Verify power is on at the switch and breaker.
Verify fixture wiring is correct.
Verify line voltage is correct.
Test photocontrol: Cover photocontrol; light should turn on. Shine flashlight on photocontrol; light should turn off.
If fixture cycles on and off: Light reflecting off surrounding surfaces may be entering the photocontrol. Reposition the fixture or eliminate reflective surfaces.

For further technical assistance, contact Technical Support at (800) 705-SERV.

This LED light requires low maintenance and no bulbs to change. Clean surfaces with mild soap and water. Do not use abrasive materials.

WARNING: No user-serviceable parts inside the fixture.

Warranty Information

5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Register your warranty on www.lightahome.com/warranty. Failure to follow instructions may void product warranties. For complete Terms and Conditions, visit www.acuitybrands.com.

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