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Getting Started - Important Tips
- Never connect cords of different numbers of lights. This is the number # 1 mistake most people make when lighting both interior and exterior. Example: Do not connect a 100 light set to a 50 light set, the result will be that the 50 light set will burn out prematurely. Rule to remember: Christmas lights must be separated by number of lights per string. Example: 100 lights with 100 lights, 50 lights with 50 lights, 35 lights with 35 lights, ext…Never integrate different bulb count lights sets. Measure a set of lights by bulb count.
- Do Not overload extension cords. A regular extension cord, 9' long with a three plug receptacle will handle 3 light set per plug receptacle, 2 plug receptacles on the front, and 1 plug receptacle on the back... Extension cord plugs will have a fuse. You can vary sets with different number of lights on an extension cord, but not in the same individual plug receptacle outlet. Example: one plug receptacle could have three 100 light sets, the other plug receptacle could have three 50 light sets, while the third plug receptacle could have three 35 light sets. Never mix light sets per plug receptacle.
- Do Not Connect a lighted tree topper or novelty set of lights into other end to end plugs. Lighted tree toppers and novelty light sets usually have 10 to 30 lights. Following the mixing of lights rule, you cannot connect a tree topper or novelty set of lights to other sets of end to end lights and expect the lights to burn long. Premature burn out is almost a given. Use a dedicated plug outlet in an extension cord to accommodate the varying light sets.
- When applying strings of lights, it is always best to apply the lights while lit. This allows for even distribution of lighting and if there is a loose bulb or technical problem, it is easy to find at this time.
- It is always recommended that light sets be plugged into a surge protector light bar. This serves as a deterrent to overload. Light surge protector bars are available here.
- Miniature light sets and bulbs are not always interchangeable. It is always recommended that you use lights and bulbs from one manufacturer.
- When replacing burned out bulbs in a light set, use only the appropriate bulb for the specific light set. Example: You would not replace a 35 light set bulb with a 50 light set bulb. Reason: A 35 light set uses a 3.5 volt bulb whereas a 50 light set uses a 2.5 volt bulb. This rule and application is consistent with all Christmas lights.
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