Installation Instructions

VTR Series Undercabinet Fluorescent Fixture
Models 15, 18, 25
8060479 R0
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Safety Precautions
Read all safety precautions and installation instructions carefully before
installing or servicing this fixture. Failure to comply with these
instructions could result in potentially fatal electric shock and/or
property damage.
It is recommended that all wiring be performed by a qualified
electrician. This fixture must be wired in accordance with all national
and local electrical codes.
Do not handle any energized fixture or attempt to energize any fixture
with wet hands or while standing on a wet or damp surface or in water.
This fixture is designed for use in a 110-120VAC, 60Hz fused circuit.
Do not use on a dimming circuit.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, and to assure proper operation,
this fixture must be adequately grounded. To accomplish proper
grounding, there must be a separate ground wire (green) or bare metal
contact (metal conduit) between this fixture and the ground connection
of your main power supply panel. The green ground screw location is
clearly marked on the fixture housing.
This fixture is intended for use in dry locations.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preparing for installation
A. Remove fixture from carton.
B. Remove the diffuser by pulling back and up on the top edge of the diffuser using your fingertips.
C. Remove the bulb from the fixture by rotating it until the pins disengage from the sockets. Remove the cardboard support from the
lamp.
2.
Fixture mounting
A. To locate, hold channel up to the undercabinet surface in the desired location. Mark the locations of the narrow end of the keyslot
holes on the undercabinet.
B. Take the channel down and drill a small pilot hole in the undercabinet at each location.
C. Install ½” wood screws (2) into cabinet and leave a ⅛” gap.
Caution-Injury to persons and damage to the lamp and/or mounting surface may result if the lamp is pulled from the surface. To
reduce the likelihood of such injury or damage, mount only on a surface that is structurally sound.
D. Place the channel flush against the undercabinet with the screws passing through the large ends of the keyholes, then slide it over
into the smaller slots.
E. Secure channel to the cabinet by tightening screws.
F. Reinstall lamp by inserting pins into lamp holder. Rotate into place to seat lamp for proper connection.
G. Install plastic lens unto the fixture.
H. Plug cord into receptacle.
3.
Bulb Replacement
The VTR15 model uses a F15T8 lamp, the VTR18 model uses an F18T8 lamp, and the VTR25 model uses an F25T8 lamp.
The convenience outlet is rated for 9 A.
Limited Factory Warranty
American Fluorescent Corporation hereby warranty that this fixture is free from defects in materials and workmanship when installed and used under normal
operating conditions for a period of 2 years from date of purchase. This warranty covers all component parts and extends only to replacement of defective fixture or
components; it does not cover failure due to improper installation, misuse, mishandling or damage incurred in transit.