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VOLT

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 Guardsman Post Top Light

VPL-1011

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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Important: Please Read Before Installation

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 situations. 

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 are 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 fitting.

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 are required, please contact 

www.voltlighting.com or call 1-813-978-3700.

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 fitting with a missing or damaged shield.

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Summary of Contents for Guardsman VPL-1011

Page 1: ...1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Specifications and product details subject to change without notice Copyright 2018 VOLT Lighting Lutz FL USA 33549 All rights reserved customersupport voltlighting com 813 978 3700 Help Hotline 1 813 978 3700 Mon Fri 8am 8pm Sat Sun 10am 6pm EST 1 ...

Page 2: ...um of 300 watts 25 AMPS at 15 volts 4 Wiring connections must be made with wire connectors that are 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 fitting 6 The main low voltage cable is intended for shallow burial less than 6 inches 152 mm 7 If additional lengths of low voltage cabl...

Page 3: ...lf tapping Screws customersupport voltlighting com 813 978 3700 6 7 6 This fixture can be mounted to a piece of wood 4X4 post recommended or a stake Please refer to the respective installation instruction steps as below 3 Parts Required A 1 Extenion Pole B 1 Wooden Post ...

Page 4: ...l snug Fixture Body Extension Pole Install Stake 2 Board Stake Soil Ground 4 OPTION A MOUNT TO STAKE Determine the desired location for mounting the luminaire Hammer the stake into the ground until flange of stake is flush 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 difficult to install make a crosscut in the g...

Page 5: ...ke 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 extension pole to make sure it is perpendicular to the ground Tighten until snug to secure Strip both leads from the luminaire pigtail Using two wire connectors sold separately connect the l...

Page 6: ...ood 1 2 By using a screwdriver unscrew the screws on the side of the base and remove the cage from the base Attach the base onto the desired wooden surface and secure with the self tapping screws Hand tighten until snug with a screwdriver Screw Self tapping Screw not included Remove Wooden Post Cage Base Base OPTION B MOUNT TO A PIECE OF WOOD ...

Page 7: ...o the base and secure with the screws previously removed Hand tighten until snug with a screwdriver 4 Wire Connection Strip both leads from the luminaire pigtail Using two wire connectors sold separately connect the leads from the luminaire to the main supply cable leads Pigtail Main Supply Cable Wire Connectors ...

Page 8: ...nge without notice Copyright 2018 VOLT Lighting Lutz FL USA 33549 All rights reserved customersupport voltlighting com 813 978 3700 w w w v o l t l i g h t i n g c o m IS VPL 1011 ver2 pdf Help Hotline 1 813 978 3700 Mon Fri 8am 8pm Sat Sun 10am 6pm EST ...

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