Installation Instructions for
120 Volt to 12 Volt DC Single Feed 300W Remote
Electronic Transformers
TRANSFORMERS
250AT300EL
950RM30012EL
1.2
This product requires installation by qualified
CAUTION: RISK OF FIRE
electrician. Before installing be sure to read all
instructions and TURN THE POWER TO THE
ELECTRICAL BOX OFF.
GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION:
This transformer is ETL listed for use with low voltage lighting
systems of brands offered by Encompass Lighting Group.
This product is suitable only for indoor dry locations and
approved for use at any height above the finished floor.
A typical installation is shown. Specific installation must be in
accordance with the local electrical codes.
This product may be dimmed only with a low voltage
electronic dimmer. Using a dimmer not designed for low
voltage electronic applications may work initially, but could
eventually cause transformer failure and will void the warranty.
The dimmer must be derated as indicated by the dimmer
manufacturer.
This product is intended for use with Encompass Lighting
Group brands of low voltage lighting systems only.
During installation, make sure all power connections are tight.
Important Safety Information
Do not conceal or extend bus bar conductors through a
building wall.
Do not install this lighting system in a damp or wet location.
To reduce the risk of fire and burns, do not install this lighting
system where the uninsulated open bus bar conductors can
be shorted or contact any conductive materials.
To reduce the risk of the system overheating and possibly
causing a fire, make sure all the connections are tight.
Do not install fixture assemblies closer than six inches to
curtains or similarly combustible materials.
Turn the electrical power off before modifying the lighting
system in any way.
The fixtures used with the system must be identified for use
with the corresponding system.
Minimum volume of the electrical box must be 6 cubic inches
(98 cubic centimeters).
Read all instructions thoroughly. Read "Important Safety
Information" on next column before proceeding with the
installation.
To Reduce Risk of Fire
transformer for the system as described in this installation
instruction.
Load the circuit of the remote transformer to 300
Watt.
1
, it is important to wire the remote
MAXIMUM
Install the Remote Transformer
1A
TRANSFORMER
COVER
PHILLIPS SCREW
1 1
11
1B
4
CONDUIT
6
3
5
2
2
7
NOTE: In order to use small gage wires from the
transformer to the electrical box, it is recommended to
install the remote transformer near (if possible) the
electrical box. See "Low Voltage Wire Size Table" on
page 3.
Remove the four Phillips screws to remove the
1
transformer cover.
2
Secure the transformer housing in place (hardware not
included).
Install a conduit and power line wires from the panel to
3
the remote transformer.
4
Do not
connect the power line wires to the panel at this
time.
Make sure the transformer housing is grounded in
5
accordance with local electrical codes.
Connect the transformer white wire to the neutral power
6
line wire with a wire nut.
Connect the transformer black wire to the hot power line
7
wire with a wire nut.
2