
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
VOLT® Low Voltage Landscape Lighting
VOLT® Innovator Top Dog Mini Path & Area Light
VPL- 398
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Specications and product details subject to change without notice.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
VOLT® Innovator Top Dog Mini Path & Area Light
VPL- 398
Important: Please Read Before Installation
!
This luminaire is intended for installation in accordance with local codes and the
National Electric Code (NEC). Failure to adhere to these codes and instructions
may result in serious injury, property damage and void the warranty.
These instructions do not intend to cover all variations in installation, operation
maintenance or mounting situation.
1. Make sure that the power is turned OFF before installing or servicing this
luminaire.
2. WARNING: risk of electrical shock. Install all luminaires 10 feet (3.05M) or
more from pool, spa or fountain.
3. This luminaire is intended to be used only with a power supply (transformer)
rated maximum of 300 watts (25 AMPS) at 15 volts.
4. Wiring connections must be made with wire connectors that is suitable for
outdoor use.
5. Position the low voltage wire and wire connector so that it is located within 6
inches (15.2 cm) from a building structure, a luminaire or tting.
6. The main low voltage cable is intended for shallow burial - less than 6 inches
(152 mm)
7. If additional lengths of low voltage cable is required, please contact www.
voltlighting.com or call 1-813-978-3700.inches (152 mm)
8. If additional lengths of low voltage cable is required, please contact www.
voltlighting.com or call 1-813-978-3700.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
!
INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, OR INJURY TO PERSONS
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. Lamp gets HOT quickly! Contact only switch/plug when turning on.
3. Do not touch the hot lens, guard or enclosure.
4. Keep lamp away from materials that may burn.
5. Do not touch lamp at any time. Use a soft cloth. Oil from skin may
damage lamp.
6. Do not operate the luminaire tting with a missing or damage shield.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Package Contents
Product Dimensions
A. (1) Luminaire
B. (1) Inner Shield
C. (1) Outer Shield
D. (1) Set Screw
Install Stake
1
Ground
Board
Stake
3 1/4”
3.37”- 4.72”
2.94”
23”
Determine the desired location for mounting
the luminaire. Hammer the stake into the
ground until ange of stake is ush to grade.
To avoid damage to the stake, place a board
on top of the stake while hammering.
NOTE: If the ground is hard and the stake
is difcult to install, make a crosscut in the
ground using a at shovel.
1.65”
Install Lamp
2
Socket
Lamp
Soil
Insert the lamp (sold separately), with the
correct wattage and type as marked on the
luminaire label.
CAUTION: Do not exceed maximum wattage
marked on luminaire label.
NOTE: DO NOT TOUCH halogen lamp with
bare hands. Use soft cloth to handle lamp.
Not for use with the VOLT® LED Bi-Pin Lamp.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Install Inner Shield
3
VOLT® Innovator Top Dog Mini Path & Area Light
VPL- 398
Install Outer Shield
4
Set Screw
Luminaire
Inner Shield
Inner Shield
Screw the inner shield onto the
luminaire and hand tighten until snug.
Place the glare shield over the inner
shield and secure with the set screw.
Glare Shield
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Install Luminaire to Stake
5
Wireway Slot
Pigtail
Wire Connections
6
Stem
Luminaire Wires
Stake
Clear away an area in the ground at
the wireway slot on top of the stake.
Lay the luminaire pigtail into the
wireway slot and screw the stem onto
the stake.
If the assembly does not look
straight, adjust by pushing or pulling
on the stake only.
Use a bubble level against the side
of the stem to ensure the stem is
perpendicular to the ground.
Wire
Connectors
Strip both of the leads from the luminaire pigtail. Using two wire
connectors (sold separately), connect the leads from the luminaire to
the main low voltage supply cable leads.
Main Low Voltage
Supply Cable

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Adjust Angle of the Shield
7
VOLT® Innovator Top Dog Mini Path & Area Light
VPL- 398
Knuckle
Set Screw
Shield
Using a screwdriver, loosen the knuckle
set screw then move the shield to the
desired angle. Retighten the screw.
Maintenance – Install/Replace Lamp
Unscrew then remove the inner shield to expose the lamp. Replace it with
the correct wattage and type marked on the luminaire label. Reinstall the
inner shield.
IMPORTANT: Halogen lamps must be protected from moisture and dust at all
times. Always reinstall the shade and lens when moved.
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Help Hotline:
1-813-978-3700 • Mon-Fri 8am-8pm • Sat-Sun 10am - 6pm (EST)
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Specications and product details subject to change without notice.
© Copyright 2017, VOLT® Lighting, Lutz FL USA 33549 • All rights reserved.
is-VPL-398-ver3.pdf

Help Hotline:
1-813-978-3700 • Mon-Fri 8am-8pm • Sat-Sun 10am - 6pm (EST)
www.voltlighting.com
Specications and product details subject to change without notice.
© Copyright 2017, VOLT® Lighting, Lutz FL USA 33549 • All rights reserved.
is-VPL-398-ver3