Item #1002 770 548 Model SL-60-12-SV USE AND CARE GUIDE TRANSFORMER Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to the store, call HamptonBay Customer Service 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., EST, Monday Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., EST, Saturday 1-855-HD-HAMPTON HAMPTONBAY.COM THANK YOU We appreciate the trust and confidence you have placed in Hampton Bay through the purchase of this transformer. We strive to continually create quality products designed to enhance your home.
Table of Contents Table of Contents ............................................................... 2 Safety Information ..............................................................2 ............................................................... 3 Warranty What is Covered ............................................................. 3 What is Not Covered .......................................................3 Pre-installation ...................................................................
Warranty WHAT IS COVERED The manufacturer warrants this transformer to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase. This warranty applies only to the original consumer and only to products used in normal use and service.
Pre-installation WARNING: Use only UL Listed Underground low energy circuit cable or SPT-3 or SPT-2W. Failure to use at least 16 gauge minimum cable or install it as directed in these instructions may result in Risk of Fire or Electric Shock. Using large cable will ensure maximum light output. TOOLS REQUIRED Claw hammer Phillips screwdriver Electricia n knife HARDWARE INCLUDED NOTE: Hardware not shown to actual size.
Installation 1 2 Preparing the Cable Being careful when splitting NOT to expose the copper wire, remove the landscape wire insulation 1/2 in. from both wires and twist ends. Also, refer to strip length guide on the transformer. Connecting the Cable to the Transformer Lay the transformer on a flat, stable surface and insert the stripped end of one wire under the terminal clamping plate “COM”. Then tighten the screw. Repeat this procedure for clamping plate “12V” or “15V”.
Installation (continued) 3 Placing Your Fixtures and Routing the Cable 4 Attaching Your Fixtures Lay your fixtures (not included) out where you want to locate them. Be sure they do not exceed the 60-watt rating of the transformer. Route the low voltage cable to the fixtures. If there is extra cable,coil after the last fixture. Turn the transformer on. Attach your fixtures to the cable to using cable connectors as shown. Place one connector on each side of the cable, then press together to lock.
Installation (continued) 5 Mounting the Transformer 6 Mounting the Photocell To mount directly to a wall surface use the included screws (AA) as shown, suitable for mounting within 12 in. to 48 in. (0.3 m to 1.2 m) of the ground. When installing the screws, the spacing between the screw centers is 3.46 in. (88 mm). See the template (D) for correct spacing. Hang the transformer (A) onto the screws (AA). Mount the photocell (B) bracket on a wall or other solid surface with the screws (BB) provided.
Operation 1 ON AT DUSK/OFF AT DAWN (Factory default setting) 2 ON AT DUSK /RUN TIME In this mode, the landscape lights will automatically turn on at dusk and off after the set time (hrs). Press ON AT DUSK /RUN TIME button, the related indicator light will illuminate. Increase RUN TIME by pressing ON AT DUSK/RUN TIME button repeatedly until desired RUN TIME is displayed (The time will be displayed as 1,2,...,12 hours).
Troubleshooting Problem All of the lights fail to work Only some lights work The lights are on during the day The lights do not switch on at dusk Probable Cause y Check that the transformer power is on. y Check if there is a loose connection at the transformer screw terminal with the cable. y Check that the power switch is not in an OFF setting. y Check the connector to make sure the wire barbs have pierced the landscape cable. y Halogen or incandescent bulbs (if applicable) can be burned out.
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