Volt VTR-100SL-SS Installation Manual
LOW-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER
INST
ALLATION GUIDE
Models:
VTR-100SL-SS
ATTENTION:
Please read this installation guide carefully to
ensure safe and efcient operation of this Power
Supply
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Low voltage installation and maintenance is safe and presents
no risk for electric shock injury. However, there are regulations
that may apply and that should be followed by installers. The
following safety points may or may not be included in these
regulations - the installer is responsible for ensuring a compliant
installation.
◗ WARNING- RISK OF SHOCK. Install power unit at least 5 feet
(1.5m) from pool or spa and at least 10 feet (3.05m) from a
fountain.
◗ WARNING- install power unit in or on non-combustible materials
only.
◗ Power supply must be connected (using supplied power cord) to
GFCI-protected receptacle with an In-use cover.
◗ All VOLT
®
power supplies are indoor and outdoor rated, but we
recommend that the transformer be mounted outdoors. If mount-
ing indoors, check for local electrical codes that may apply.
◗ Power supply must be mounted in a vertical orientation with the
bottom plate at least 1 foot above the ground.
◗ In hot climates, avoid mounting in direct sunlight. Power unit will
get hot regardless of climate. This is normal for operation.
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Open the shipping carton and carefully remove the
transformer, accessories, and hardware. Note that
transformer mounting hardware is not included. Inspect
contents for any damage that may have occured during
shipping.
Mounting Hardware
not included
Your general capacity should have been determined prior to
purchasing your transformer. Circuit loads should not exceed 80%
of capacity. As a general rule, total light xture wattage should
not exceed 80% of transformer capacity. To determine your
total wattage, simply add up the wattage of all xture lamps.
This number should be 20% less than the transformer’s wattage
capacity. If you need help with this, give customer service a call
at 813-978-3700. If you are over capacity, your installation may
require a secondary or larger transformer.
DETERMINE THE LOAD
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Will you be using Halogen or LED xtures?
What gauge cable do I need in order to run my Landscape Lighting System?
HALOGEN
Is the length of your
farthest run more than
100 feet?
Is the length of your
farthest run more than
100 feet?
Is the length of your
farthest run more than
100 feet?
12/2 Gauge cable
should be sucient for
your needs
10/2 Gauge cable should be
sucient for your needs
8/2 Gauge cable should be sucient for
your needs
Is the length of your
farthest run more than
200 feet?
Is the length of your
farthest run more than
200 feet?
Is the length of your
farthest run more than
200 feet?
BOTH LED
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
On the right, there is a diagram to help you determine what size
cable is needed for your lighting job. If you have questions or
concerns regarding this, you can give customer service a call at
(813)-978-3700 to speak with a live representative.
DETERMINE WIRE GAUGE
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IMPORTANT! Please note that we do not
recommend any runs longer than 300 ft.
for low voltage lighting.
Ready to Install?
If you have already designed your system, and mounted
your transformer, use the Quick Start Guide Steps
starting on the next page.
START HERE
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Quick Start Guide Steps
1. Read the safety instructions and unpack your transformer.
2. Mount your transformer.
3. Run wires from transformer location to xtures or hubs.
4. Attach all wires to transformer terminals. For each paired wire, attach one
side to a common terminal and the other side to the voltage terminal.
5. Check that all of your connections are secure.
6. Plug in your transformer.
7. Flip the ON/OFF breaker switch upward to power on your transformer.
8. Check that your transformer pilot light and timer pilot light are both on.
9. Turn your timer clockwise to manual “On” mode.
10. Check that all of your xtures are on and functioning properly.
11. Measure the voltage at xtures or hubs.
12. If needed, use another voltage terminal (some transformers only have
one).
13. Set your timer to the desired function.
14. Close the transformer door using the locking mehanism to seal the unit
from weather and debris.
15. At Dusk, make any last minute adjustments to your xtures. Bury the
wire only after you have made these adjustments.
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