AFX MNS1318218QENSN User Manual

MNS Series Fluorescent Wall Sconce Fixture

MNS118 model shown

Model 118, 218

Safety Precautions

Read all safety precautions and installation instructions carefully
before installing or servicing this fixture. Failure to comply with
these instructions could result in potentially fatal electric shock
and/or property damage.

It is recommended that a qualified electrician perform all wiring. This
fixture must be wired in accordance with all national and local
electrical codes.

Do not handle any energized fixture or attempt to energize any
fixture with wet hands or while standing on a wet or damp surface or
in water.

Assembly Instructions

1. Preparing for installation

A. Disconnect electrical power before installing or servicing any part of this fixture.
B. Carefully remove shade (1) from separate packaging.
C. Remove round white threaded socket cover ring from socket (3).
D. Install #8-32 x 1” screws (provided) into appropriate threaded holes or slots of Universal

round mounting plate (not shown). Canopy holes (5) should be in the horizontal position
for single lamp and vertical for dual lamp models. Adjust screw length to allow for
decorative nuts (7). Lock screws in position with lock washers and hex nuts provided.

E. Install lower finial (6) packaged separately.

2. Wiring.

All wiring must take place inside junction box.

Caution: Make sure power is off at fuse or circuit breaker box. Check power wires for damage or

scrapes. If power supply wires are within three inches of ballast use wire suitable for at least 90C
(194F). Note: Most dwellings built before 1985 have supply wire rated to 60C. Consult a qualified
electrician before installing.

A. This unit will not operate properly unless connected to a “grounded” electrical circuit.

Electrical shock, over heating, low or no light output, and shortened lamp life can result if
proper grounding is not done. Securely attach green (or green and yellow) wire to green
ground screw on universal round mounting plate with provided hardware.

B. Using wire connectors (provided), connect white supply wire to white ballast lead. Connect black hot supply wire to black

ballast lead. Do not mix wires. Pull on each wire lead to make sure connections are secure. Make certain no bare wires are
exposed outside of wire connectors.

3. Fixture mounting.

A. Universal round mounting plate – mount plate to junction box (not supplied) with appropriate screws (supplied). Canopy

holes (5) should be in the horizontal position for single lamp and vertical for dual lamp models.

B. Position Canopy (4) over screws in mounting plate and attach securely with decorative nuts (7). If not fastening tightly,

repeat step 1D.

4. Shade installation

A. Mount shade (1) by sliding onto socket base.
B. Reach down from top opening of shade and secure shade (1) to socket base with round white threaded socket cover ring (3).

Wide lip of ring down.

C. Install appropriate lamp (2) by inserting lamp pins into lamp holder and press until lamp snaps in place.

D. Restore power at fuse or circuit breaker box.

Limited Factory Warranty
American Fluorescent Corporation hereby warranty that this fixture is free from defects in materials and workmanship when installed and used under normal operating
conditions for a period of 2 years from date of shipment from factory. This warranty covers all component parts and extends only to replacement of defective fixture or
components; it does not cover failure due to improper installation, misuse, mishandling or damage incurred in transit.

This fixture is designed for use in a 110-120VAC, 60Hz fused circuit.
Do not use on a dimming circuit.

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, and to assure proper operation,
this fixture must be adequately grounded. To accomplish proper
grounding, there must be a separate ground wire (green) or bare metal
contact (metal conduit) between this fixture and the ground
connection of your main power supply panel. The green ground
screw location is clearly marked on the fixture housing.

This fixture is intended to be used for general indoor lighting
in dry or damp locations only.

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