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IS-15CS75-US
15CS75SS Transformer
6.34 [161]
8.20 [208.2]
4.28 [108.8]
4.60 [116.8]
3.75 [95.2]
.56 [14.3]
.07 [1.8]
PARTS BAG
STRAIGHT PLUG
6 FEET
INSTRUCTION SHEET
Ø.875 [22.2]
SINGLE KNOCKOUT
SINGLE
KNOCKOUT
Ø.875 [22.2]
Read these instructions carefully before installing this unit.
• This power supply is for use with landscape lighting systems only.
• Do not submerge transformer.
• This device is accepted as a component of a landscape lighting system where the suitability
of the combination shall be determined by National Electric Code or local authorities having
jurisdiction.
• WARNING: Risk of electric shock, use only with low voltage landscape xtures and
accessories. DO not use with swimming pool or spa lighting xtures.
• Do not connect two or more power supplies in parallel.
• Suitable for indoor or outdoor use.
• For use in dwellings only with provided conduit adapter plate.
• National Electrical Code requires that wiring where concealed or extended through a building
wall must be enclosed in conduit.
• Transformer should be mounted close to power source. Extension cords should not be used
with this unit.
• WARNING: (for Power Supply Cord connected POWER UNIT)
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. Install power unit 5 feet (1.5m) or more from the pool, spa, or
fountain where the power unit is installed (a) indoor within 10 feet (3.0m) of a pool, spa, or
fountain, or (b) outdoor, connect power to unit to a receptacle protected by a GFCI.
• This outdoor power unit shall be connected to a 115/120 volt covered GFCI receptacle
marked “Wet Location” while in use.
• Mount the rain-tight transformer at least one foot above ground level with the wire terminals
facing down. Note: Do not energize transformer until installation of system is complete.
• Direct burial rated wire is to be buried a minimum of 6” (152mm) beneath the surface of the
ground.
Note: If additional Direct Burial wire is needed, contact your local Kichler® landscape
distributor.
• 8 GA wire can be purchased in length of 250’ (76 M), 15503-BK.
• 10 GA wire can be purchased in length of 250’ (76 M), 15504-BK.
• 12 GA wire can be purchased in lengths of 100’ (30 M), 15501-BK; 250’ (76 M), 15502-BK;
500’ (152M), 15505-BK; and 1000’ (304 M), 15506-BK.
• Finding Transformer Load: Low voltage systems require the use of a transformer to reduce
standard 120-VOLT power from your home to 12-VOLTS. To determine the transformer size you
will need, add up the wattages of all lamps you plan to use. Select a transformer that matches
as closely as possible to the total lamp wattage. For example, if you have 11 xtures all rated at
24.4 watts, you will need a 300 watt
(VA) transformer (11 x 24.4 = 268.4 watts). Generally, the total lamp load should not be less
than one-third the transformers wattage rating, nor exceed its maximum wattage capacity. If
your total wattage is too high, either divide the load between two transformers, or use a more
powerful transformer.
Installation Instructions.
1. Determine desired location for mounting transformer. Note: When deciding location
for mounting consideration should be taken for the requirements listed above.
2. Mark position of top portion of the keyhole slot location at top of transformer and the
slot located at bottom.
3. If mounting to a solid surface such as wood, siding, etc;
A) Drill 1/8” diameter pilot holes at positions marked in Step 2.
B) Drive screws approximately half way into holes.
If mounting to drywall:
A) Drill 1/4” diameter holes at positions marked in Step 2.
B) Push plastic anchors into holes and tap until ush.
C) Drive screws approximately half-way into plastic anchors.
4. Slip large portion of keyhole over head of top screw and allow transformer to slide
down, making sure bottom slot is behind head of bottom screw.
5. Tighten screws until transformer is secure.
6. Split 12/2. 10/2, or 8/2 cable approximately 3”, and strip 1/2” insulation o each wire.
12/2. 10/2, and 8/2 cable is the heavy black cable which all Kichler® 12-volt low voltage
lighting xtures will be connected.
(Reference above for description and part numbers).
7. On the bottom of the terminal block push one bare wire into the hole marked “COM”
and tighten the corresponding screw on terminal block face until wire is secure. See
chart for terminal screw torque specication.
See chart for maximum wire sizes and counts.
8. Determine the appropriate voltage tap (holes marked 12V or 15V) for remaining bare
wire.
• For optimum light output, the voltage at the lamp socket should range between 10.8 and
12 volts (incandescent).
• For optimum light output, the voltage at the lamp socket should range between 12 to 15
volts (LED).
For more information on voltage drop, consult the Kichler Landscape Lighting Catalog or
contact your local Kichler distributor.
9. Push remaining bare wire into the appropriate hole on bottom of terminal block and
tighten the corresponding screw on terminal block face until wire is secure. Again, refer to
torque specications in chart.
10. TIMER INSTRUCTIONS ARE LOCATED ON INSIDE OF TRANSFORMER COVER.
11. Optional Photo Control Installations:
A) Make sure power is o and transformer is NOT plugged into an electrical outlet.
Note: No splice is required, transformer is equipped with jumper connector.
B) Open front cover of the transformer case by lifting the cover up. Locate and
disconnect the white jumper connector inside the housing. *Save the jumper
connector with these instructions for possible future use.
C) Remove one (1) of the 7/8” diameter knockouts on the side of the transformer
and push the photo control white connector through the knockout hole. Inside
the housing, slide the spacer and star nut over the white connector and thread it
on to the photo control and tighten.
D) Plug photo control white connector into the housing connector. Ensure that the
side latch locks the connectors.
E) Locate transformer and position photo control so that no light will shine on the
cell. It will cause the photo control to cycle on and o. *In the unlikely event
that the photo control should fail, the lighting xtures will remain on, even in
the daytime. If this should happen, follow these instructions and remove the
defective photo control and place the jumper connector in its place.
12. Plug power supply cord into standard 115/120 volt receptacle. Note: The power
supply cord must be plugged into a weather tight receptacle equipped with a Ground Fault
Interrupter (GFCI).
CIRCUIT BREAKER
(SECONDARY SIDE - 12 VOLT SIDE)
• Circuit breaker will trip if there is a short or if total wattage installed
exceeds rated wattage per circuit.
• To reset breaker, ip switch to ‘OFF’ then back to ‘ON’ position.
• If the unit cycles on and o without regard to the timer setting, it should
be checked by a qualied service person.
THERMAL PROTECTION
(PRIMARY SIDE - 120 VOLT SIDE)
This unit is equipped with a thermal protector and will shut o if
overheated.
Wire Sizes Max. no. of conductors Tightening Torque
#12 8 3.6-4.0 N-m (32-35 lb-in)
#10 4 3.6-4.0 N-m (32-35 lb-in)
#8 1 4.1-4.5 N-m (36-40 lb-in)
TAP 1
12V
TAP 2
13V
TAP 3
14V
TAP 4
15V
TAP 5
16V
TAP 6
17V
TAP 7
18V
WATT
AWG
12
AWG
10
AWG
12
AWG
10
AWG
12
AWG
10
AWG
12
AWG
10
AWG
12
AWG
10
AWG
12
AWG
10
AWG
12
AWG
10
100-149 38 60 76 120 113 180 151 240 189 300 227 360 264 420
150-199 25 40 50 80 76 120 101 160 126 200 151 240 176 280
200-249 19 30 38 60 57 90 76 120 94 150 131 180 132 210
250-300 N/A 24 N/A 48 N/A 72 N/A 96 N/A 120 N/A 144 N/A 168
For warranty information please visit: http://www.landscapelighting.com/portal/warranty_page
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CHART 1 (WIRE RUNS IN FEET)