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Will you be using Halogen or LED fixtures? 

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 sufficient for 

your needs

10/2 Gauge cable should be 

sufficient for your needs

8/2 Gauge cable should be sufficient 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

www.voltlighting.com

IMPORTANT! 

 Please note that we do not 

recommend any runs longer than 300 ft. 

for low voltage lighting.

Summary of Contents for VTR-100SL-SS

Page 1: ...LOW VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER INSTALLATION GUIDE Models VTR 100SL SS ATTENTION Please read this installation guide carefully to ensure safe and efficient operation of this Power Supply...

Page 2: ...ted 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...

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Page 4: ...fficient 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...

Page 5: ...at 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 ar...

Page 6: ...e If you have questions or need help please call our help hotline at 813 978 3700 or consult a licensed electrician in your area for any issues requiring work on line voltage applications Quick Start...

Page 7: ...se wall anchors to insure your transformer is secure With either method be sure that you are within 5 feet of a GCFI protected outlet with an In Use cover Quick Start Step 2 www voltlighting com 1 Min...

Page 8: ...ayout in hand run your wires from your transformer to your hub and or fixture locations Leave extra slack as you may want to adjust fixtures at night to achieve your desired effect Quick Start Step 3...

Page 9: ...sy connect lever which will allow wire entry 3 Bare the lead ends of your wires to allow metal to metal contact within the connector 4 Slide one side of the wire into the common terminal and one side...

Page 10: ...ure try snipping the end and baring less wire at the end before remaking your connection Quick Start Step 5 Plug in your transformer at a GFCI protected outlet with an In Use cover Quick Start Step 6...

Page 11: ...I outlet is on For any line voltage issues contact a licensed electrician The timer s pilot light is blue and towards the top of the timer Be sure that the timer pilot light is also on to ensure prope...

Page 12: ...etween 10 8 15 volts for LED lighting fixtures Quick Start Step 11 www voltlighting com Go around and check that all of your fixtures are on and functioning properly Flickering or fixtures that aren t...

Page 13: ...art Step 12 4 Hrs 6Hrs 8 H r s 1 0 H r s O F F O N 2 H r s D a w n D u s k 2 Hrs Function that keeps lights on for 2 hours after dusk 4 Hrs Function that keeps lights on for 4 hours after dusk 6 Hrs F...

Page 14: ...15486 N Nebraska Avenue Lutz FL 33549 1 813 978 3700 www voltlighting com...

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