Vista 12V Series, 4242 Installation Instructions Manual

4242

Fixture cover

Wood
staircase

18-2 Pigtail

Main supply
cable

Flexible or

PVC conduit

(by others)

Fixture housing/
Junction box

Side clamp bracket
for existing walls

Reflector
retaining
screw

Concrete

Reflector

Cover
screws

12V SERIES

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

FOR USE ONLY WITH LOW VOLTAGE LANDSCAPE POWER UNITS THAT DO NOT EXCEED 25 AMPS, 15 VOLT MAXIMUM.

Step and Brick Lights

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
INSTALLATION:

●Wire strippers

●Blade head screwdriver

●Phillips head screwdriver

●Cutting saw

●Drill

WARNING: Luminaires must be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes.
Failure to do so will void the warranty and may result in serious injury and/or damage to the luminaire.
SAFETY WARNING: Luminaire can become very hot depending on lamp wattage used. Lens and metal around
lamp can become hot enough to blister hands. Particular care should be taken not to locate luminaires where
small children can reach them if high wattage lamps are used.

LUMINAIRES ARE NOT TO BE INSTALLED WITHIN 10 FT. (3.05M) OF A POOL OR SPA. SECONDARY CABLE IS NOT TO
BE BURIED MORE THAN 6”. WHEN USING MULTIPLE LUMINAIRES, LOAD IS NOT TO EXCEED THE TOTAL WATTS OF
TRANSFORMER RATING. DO NOT USE EXTENSION CORDS ON POWER UNITS.
NOTE: Always use UL recognized wire connectors for connections.
NOTE: Save these instructions for future reference.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR EXISTING WALLS/WOOD DECK MOUNTING:

1. To prevent electrical shock, disconnect transformer from electrical supply before installation or service.

2. Remove reector assembly from luminaire.

3. Using luminaire housing as a template, mark the location of the housing on the wall or deck.

4. Cut hole in wall or deck to accept housing.
NOTE: Remove any insulation within six (6) inches of where luminaire will be mounted.

5. Insert housing into cut hole and secure tightly against wall or deck.

6. Using the two (2) blue wirenut connectors (provided), connect the wire leads from behind
the reector to the 18-2 cable pigtail (provided) exiting the luminaire (see diagram).

7. Install reector and lamp.

8. Install cover plate to luminaire and tighten screws evenly (see diagram).

9. Strip the two (2) leads from the luminaire wire. Using the two (2) silicone lled safety
connectors (provided), connect the leads from the luminaire to the main supply cable
leads (see diagram).

10. Provide power to the luminaire and check for proper operation.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY OR CONCRETE WALL MOUNTING:

NOTE: For pour concrete installation a conduit connection is required.

1. Remove reector assembly from luminaire.

2. Using standard masonry procedures, build wood support frame and secure luminaire to support frame.

NOTE: Optional mounting brackets for some models are available to facilitate installation in concrete walls.
NOTE: UL listed exible conduit is recommended for connections to ease luminaire

position and adjustment during installation.

3. Remove 1/2” knockout from the side or bottom of luminaire.

4. Connect conduit (by others) and pull supply wires through into housing.

5. Cover opening of luminaire with cardboard and be sure all unused electrical plugs (knockouts)
are closed before concrete pour.

6. Pour concrete using standard masonry procedures.

7. Using the UL listed wirenut connectors (provided), connect the wire leads from behind
the reector to the 18-2 cable pigtail (provided) exiting the luminaire (see diagram).

8. Install reector and lamp.

9. Install cover plate to luminaire and tighten screws evenly (see diagram).

10. Strip the two (2) leads from the luminaire wire. Using the two (2) silicone lled safety connectors (provided), connect the
leads from the luminaire to the main supply cable leads (see above).

11. Provide power to the luminaire and check for proper operation.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

THE LIGHTED LAMP IS HOT!!

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, OR INJURY TO
PERSONS:

1. Turn off/unplug and allow to cool before replacing lamp.

2. Lamps get hot quickly! Contact only switch/plug when turning on.

3. Do not touch hot lens, guard or enclosure.

4. Keep lamp away from material that may burn.

5. Do not touch the lamp at any time. Use a soft cloth. Oil from the skin may
damage lamp.

6. Do not operate luminaire tting with a missing or damaged cover.

LAMP INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT:
CAUTION: Do not exceed maximum wattage marked on luminaire label.

1. To prevent electrical shock, disconnect transformer from electrical supply before service.

2. Loosen cover screws and remove cover.

3. Replace lamp with correct wattage and type as marked on luminaire label.
NOTE: DO NOT touch Halogen lamp with bare hands. Always use a soft cloth or
the plastic wrapping (if available) from the lamp to handle the lamp.

6. Re-install cover and tighten screws evenly.

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