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Installation
(qualified installers only)
© Travis Industries, Inc.
5/21/20 - 1534
Tempest Lantern 24v
Electrical Connection Requirements
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The appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the
absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70; or the Canadian Electrical
Code, CSA C22.1
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The electrical line must be installed by a qualified installer and must meet all local codes. Consult
your local building official for code regulations and recommended procedures.
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The 24VAC transformer may require a circuit protected by a GFCI (see local building codes).
Wiring Installation
We recommend outdoor-suitable connectors (silicone-filled wire connectors, dielectric grease,
etc.) on the power-in connections to the control module to prevent corrosion.
Route the wires from the 24VAC transformer to the Lantern using listed wiring. The wiring is
routed through the post or wall mount. Make sure to provide slack in the electrical line for
removal and service.
Each Lantern uses approximately 40 watts during startup (1.6 amps at 24VAC). Make sure the
circuit and wire are sized appropriately. The Lantern requires a minimum of 21VAC to operate (if
voltage drops below this, the Lantern may not start).
24VAC Transformer
This Lantern must be used with a 24VAC switched circuit. The transformer is sold separately.
Travis Industries offers the following two transformers:
-- 94800829 Powers 1 to 4 Lanterns (120v and 240v inputs). See the instruction sheet included
with the transformer for details.
-- 94800830 Powers 1 to 6 Lanterns (120v input only with 26v and 28v output leads). See the
instruction sheet included with the transformer for details.
Wire Configuration - Direct-Run vs Daisy-Chain Installations
The manner in which you wire the Lanterns to the transformer affects the maximum length of wire and
wire gauge. Make sure to determine the wire configuration before installation. NOTE: You may use
both direct-run and daisy-chain configurations, just make sure the maximum number or Lanterns is
not exceeded.
