Product Details The LS8 LIGHT SWITCHER is specifically designed for operation of high intensity discharge (HID) lighting systems. The system can handle up to a maximum of eight (8) 1000W HID metal halide (MH) or high pressure sodium (HPS) grow lights. The activation of the internal power switches (relays) is performed through 120V trigger inputs. The LS8 can activate 8 lights with one single trigger input, or two 4-light zones using two trigger inputs. LS8 2 trigger inputs on special order only This light switcher provides up to 40A of capacity on a standard 240V circuit. There is a 120V service outlet (max 10A); this is intended for use of a ventilation fan, light movers, timers or any other accessory. The LS8 is built with only the highest quality components and will provide you with years of trouble free performance. LS8 Light Switcher COMMON SPECIFICATIONS • LS8 Light Switcher receptacles: NEMA 6-15 (240V 15A), 4 duplex receptacles for 8 lights,4 lights on each side.• Service receptacle: NEMA 5-15 (120V 10A).• Metal enclosure dimensions: 14 in. X 10.5 in. X 2.5 in. (H x W x D)• Circuit breakers: total of 4 double breakers (240V, 15A) 1 double breakerfor two lights. Breakers meet UL 489.• Input power requirement: 240V 40A 60Hz. LS8 Light Switcher INSTALLATION GUIDE 1. Unscrew the 4 cover screws.2. Secure the LS8/sLS8 to the wall using the included hardware (#8 wood screwsin keyhole shaped mounting holes).3. Use the correct size wire for your application. Please check local electricalcodes for wire size requirements. Carefully strip the 2 power wiresapproximately 1’’. Pass the stripped and copper wires through the largeststrain relief located on bottom wall of enclosure. Important Notice2 POWER CONNECTOR models are available - follow instructions accordingly.Gray Spring Terminal (shown below): insert small flat screwdriver at 45° intosquare hole, pry tool downward to open contact, insert appropriate wire thenrelease tool. Tighten up wire connectors (strain relief).Black Screw Terminal (not shown): loosen terminal screws, insert appropriatewire under screw plate then tighten up screws and wire connectors(strain relief). Hook up 240V wires as follows:• Black wire to JP5 connector L1• Red or White wire to theJP5 connector L2• Copper wire to GROUND LOG locatedon bottom wall of enclosure, next tometallic wire connectors. .