How do you wire a 120V pool light?

Answer 1

Basic 110v AC Pool/Spa wiring.First, see the manufacturers installation instructions. There should be good set of instructions and a wiring diagram that is shiped by most manufacturers with the origonal shipping container. If you do not thave the installation instructions, then you can download most data sheets from the manufacturers website for free. Also try your local supplier for installation instructions.

A general rule for most 110 volt instalations is that the power will be brought through the switch and power supply conductors on three separate conductors. One black or red, one white, and one green or bare copper.

The black or red wire will be the hot or power conductor.

The white will be a neutral or grounded (NOT groundING) conductor.

The green or bare wire will be the grounding (NOT groundED) conductor and/or bonding conductor.

NOTE: Bonding is not grounding and bonding is intended to keep ELECTRIC POTENTIAL equal at all points. This is as important as grounding!

Second, pay close attention to the grounding and bonding wire or wires. This is the part that will keep the pool from becomming energized if there is a fault. Also, the grounding path keeps YOU from becoming the grounding scource when you step into or out of the pool.

Third, make sure that the light fixture is properly sealed. this will keep most of the faults from happening.

Last, and most importantly, remember to get an electrician if there is any doubt about anything. Electricity and water do not mix... add a body and death or injury is just about guaranteed.

Any project, done correctly, can be SAFE and rewarding.

Safety always comes first!

Hope this helps.

Terry North

Combination Building Inspector