IDEAL 103 User Manual

PowerPlug™ Disconnect - Model 103

Installation Instructions:

To be sold only with installation instructions.

WARNING: This is a current rated device. Use in applications involving amperage beyond its rating can be dangerous and cause electrical fires. Do not exceed maximum current and voltage levels.

Instructions: Conductor installation:

1. Wiring must comply with all applicable electrical codes.

2. Turn off power before removing or installing disconnect.

3. Strip wires to 3/8” (9,5 mm). 18 AWG can be 3/8” to 1/2” strip.

4. Grip load wires firmly and push conductors into white cap ports. See load side diagrams at right for proper wire insertion for ballast configurations.

5. Grip supply wires firmly and push conductors into ports opposite load wires. See line side diagram at right for proper wiring configuration.

6. Use only one conductor per port and assure that no copper is exposed on any of the wires inserted.

7. See disconnect de-mate/mate installation instructions below when replacing ballasts.

8. The wire insertion side of this product is listed for ONE TIME USE ONLY. DO NOT REMOVE AND REPLACE WIRES.

DANGER NEVER remove wires from product as contact with electricity can cause serious injury or death. Shut off power at the circuit breaker or remove fuse when installing this product.

SAFETY NOTICE

Improperly installed electrical wiring can be dangerous and cause electrical fires. This product must be used in accordance with the current rating and wire sizes listed. Consult local building code before doing any electrical work. COPPER TO COPPER ONLY. Do not use on Aluminum. Temperature rating: 105°C (221°F) maximum. Flame Rated UL94V-0.

This disconnect is rated for 600 Volts/6 Amps maximum.

Wire Range Line Side (Orange) Load Side (White)

Solid: 12-18 AWG 18 AWG Stranded: 12-14 AWG (19 Strand or less) — Stranded Tin Bonded: 12-14 AWG (19 Strand or less) 18 AWG

16 AWG (26 Strand or less) (16 Strand or less) 18 AWG (16 Strand or less)

Disconnect de-mate / mate installation

1. To de-mate, grasp disconnect at each end and pull apart to separate the disconnect halves. Do NOT pull on wires.

2. To mate the disconnect, grasp each disconnect half, align halves, and push together.

3. Completed connection should appear as shown.

Line Side (3 Ports)

(Orange Cap)

Hot

Hot #2 (Red)

Neutral

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC.

Becker Place Sycamore, IL 60178, U.S.A. 800-435-0705 Customer Assistance www.idealindustries.com

ND 6847-4

Load Side (6 Ports)

(White Cap)

Single Ballast

(Red)

BALLAST

Switchable/Step Dimming

BALLAST

Full-Light Output

BALLAST