FAQ

 
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  • Does SAL have office locations nationally?

    Does SAL have office locations nationally?

    Yes, Hamer NZ. P# 0800 239 239

  • Does SAL offer extended warranties?

    Does SAL offer extended warranties?

    Yes and these warranty extensions are detailed on the relevant product installation sheet or web page.

  • Facebook – Does SAL have a facebook page?

    Facebook – Does SAL have a facebook page?

    Yes, www.facebook.com/salnational

  • I have a warranty claim who do I contact?

    I have a warranty claim who do I contact?

    This first point of contact should be the place of original purchase, after which they will be responsible to coordinate the warranty communication with the SAL’s local Customer service team.

  • Instagram Does SAL have an Instagram feed?

    Instagram Does SAL have an Instagram feed?

    Yes @salnational

  • Is aiming orientation important for exterior products?

    Is aiming orientation important for exterior products?

    Absolutely, careful attention is required when installing exterior products to ensure the designated aiming orientation is correct and allows for the natural cleaning of debris/dust from the glass visor surface, in particular when aimed in an upward direction. Products aimed in an upward direction can result in a build-up of dirt on the glass visor, which in turn can thermally stress the product if it is not routinely cleaned. Any aiming restrictions can be found with the installation instructions located in the product carton and or on the relevant product web page.

  • Is it mandatory for in-scope products and (or carton packing where the product size is too small) to be marked with the RCM logo?

    Is it mandatory for in-scope products and (or carton packing where the product size is too small) to be marked with the RCM logo?

    Yes.

  • Is SAL National Australian owned and operated?

    Is SAL National Australian owned and operated?

    Yes, since 1998

  • Is Sunny Lighting the same as SAL National?

    Is Sunny Lighting the same as SAL National?

    Yes (Sunny Australia Lighting) is SAL National Pty Ltd

  • LED what does it stand for?

    LED what does it stand for?

    Light Emitting Diode, with the first (red) visible spectrum LED being invented in 1962 by Nick Holonyak

  • Product maintenance is it important?

    Product maintenance is it important?

    The simple answer is Yes. Electrical products are just like your vehicle when it comes to maintenance requirements. They both collect dust and require cleaning and they both have components that require routine inspection and adjustments. Please refer to any specific maintenance instruction on the SAL installation sheet or web site.

  • RCM mark what does it mean?

    RCM mark what does it mean?

    This mark, which is mandatory for in-scope lighting and electrical products in Australia and New Zealand, which confirms the product complies with applicable safety and EMC standards.

  • SDOC what does it mean?

    SDOC what does it mean?

    Suppliers Declaration of Conformity. A SDOC is typically a document that a supplier generates to confirm mandatory safety and performance testing for a particular product has been completed, in lieu of distributing expansive original test reports, which generally are best read by qualified persons. At a minimum a SDOC for lighting equipment should present the relevant Safety and EMC test reports and test report numbers, together with the relevant model numbers of the equipment being offered. The SDOC should be supplied and endorsed by the authorised supplier of the equipment.

  • Should I install my own lights?

    Should I install my own lights?

    Unless it is a designated DIY product eg: floor lamp, or residential LED lamp, all SAL lighting products are designed for installation by a qualified electrical installer only.

     

  • Twitter - Does SAL have a Twitter feed?

    Twitter - Does SAL have a Twitter feed?

    Watch this space for updates of the release.

  • What does EMC stand for?

    What does EMC stand for?

    ElectroMagnetic Compatibility, which defines the use of different electronic devices (such as electrical appliances, medical equipment, LED’s and drivers etc) to operate without interference with other devices. This is a mandatory label (and testing) requirement for Australian and New Zealand  Lighting equipment covered by AS/NZS CISPR 15. ACMA also recognise equivalent standards CISPR 15 and EN 55015.

  • What is an electrical CLASS I lighting product?

    What is an electrical CLASS I lighting product?

    This is a product that requires the installation of an earth to be compliant to AS/NZ 3000.

  • What is an electrical CLASS II lighting product?

    What is an electrical CLASS II lighting product?

    This is a product that does not require the installation of an earth to be compliant to AS/NZ 3000, as the product is a double insulation product.

  • What is SAL’s (NZ) customer service contact number?

    What is SAL’s (NZ) customer service contact number?

    HAMER NZ - 130 Bush Road Albany Auckland P# 0800 239 239

  • What is the definition of an Emergency maintained fitting?

    What is the definition of an Emergency maintained fitting?

    This is an emergency light that remains ON at all time and remains ON during a supply failure for the designated time as per AS 2293. Maintained lights are typically (but not limited to) EXIT signs.

  • What is the definition of an Emergency non-maintained fitting?

    What is the definition of an Emergency non-maintained fitting?

    A non-maintained emergency light is one that is only used (on) for emergency lighting, hence in the event of a mains (supply) failure, the emergency light source will be activated.

  • What is the standard warranty for SAL products?

    What is the standard warranty for SAL products?

    In line with SAL standard terms and conditions of sale the standard warranty is twelve (12) months, unless stated otherwise on the product installation sheet and web page.

  • What is the title of the lighting safety standard for luminaires?

    What is the title of the lighting safety standard for luminaires?

    The mandatory luminaire general requirements and testing is covered by AS/NZS 60598.1:2013. This standard addresses essential electrical and operating performance tests for a lighting product, which is a must when selecting lighting products.

    This standard is in addition to specific product standards such as AS/NZS 60598.2.2-2016 and AS2293.1.2005 Emergency Lighting as an example.

  • What should be found on the product rating label?

    What should be found on the product rating label?

    As a minimum you should find all necessary electrical data to allow you to be informed about the electrical characteristics of the product to enable a safe and compliant installation such as RCM mark, company logo, voltage, line current, power, frequency, power-factor, country of origin, IP rating, batch number ta rating, cover ratings if applicable.

  • Where can I buy SAL products?

    Where can I buy SAL products?

    SAL distribute their products through HAMER New Zealand Electrical. To find a store near you, simply input your postcode and available locations will be provided.

  • Where do I find the warranty term for SAL products?

    Where do I find the warranty term for SAL products?

    This information can be found on the product installation sheet located in the product carton or relevant product web page.

  • Where is SAL National’s HO?

    Where is SAL National’s HO?

    Villawood NSW 2163.

  • Who do I contact if I have special requirements that require an extended warranty?

    Who do I contact if I have special requirements that require an extended warranty?

    Simply follow the enquiry form on the WARRANTY page of this web site and a SAL team member will review the request and confirm the offer via a return email.

  • Why choose LED?

    Why choose LED?

    There many reason why to use an LED light source, however the two (2) headline reasons are;

    (1) a significant reduction in electrical energy to achieve the same value of illumination and

    (2) a significant reduction in operating costs.

CUSTOMER SERVICE
HAMER NZ
0800 239 239


 
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