This is an installation instruction document that introduces the installation method of SPABRITE® & AQUALIGHT® LIGHT NICHE products.
This manual provides installation procedures for Pentair SPABRITE and AQUALIGHT light niches in swimming pools and spas. It covers critical safety warnings regarding electrical shock and mandates installation by a licensed electrician in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC). The guide details specific requirements for electrical systems, including the use of Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) and proper bonding of metallic items within five feet of the pool.
| Bonding Wire Size | No. 8 AWG |
|---|---|
| Junction Box Height Above Water | 8 inches minimum |
| Junction Box Height Above Ground | 4 inches minimum |
| Distance from Pool Wall | 48 inches minimum |
| Lens Depth Below Surface | 18 inches minimum |
This niche - fixture housing must be installed by a licensed or certified electrician.
The top edge of the underwater light's lens must be at least 18 inches below the surface of the water.
A No. 8 AWG bond wire must be used to bond the niche-fixture housing to other metallic items.