Item #1001 513 030 Model SL-45-12A USE AND CARE GUIDE TRANSFORMER Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to the store, call HamptonBay Customer Service 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., EST, Monday Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., EST, Saturday 1-855-HD-HAMPTON HAMPTONBAY.COM THANK YOU We appreciate the trust and confidence you have placed in Hampton Bay through the purchase of this transformer. We strive to continually create quality products designed to enhance your home.
Table of Contents Hardware Included ................................................................ 4 Package Contents ................................................................ 4 Installation ................................................................... 5 Operation ................................................................... 8 Troubleshooting ......................................................... 10 Cable Selection Chart ..............................................
Warranty WHAT IS COVERED The manufacturer warrants this transformer to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase. This warranty applies only to the original consumer and only to products used in normal use and service.
Pre-installation WARNING: Use only CSA or UL approved low-voltage cable. Failure to use at least 16 gauge minimum cable or install it as directed in these instructions may result in Risk of Fire or Electric Shock. Using large cable will ensure maximum light output. TOOLS REQUIRED Phillips screwdriver Electrician knife Claw hammer HARDWARE INCLUDED NOTE: Hardware not shown to actual size.
Installation 1 2 Preparing the Cable Being careful when splitting NOT to expose the copper wire, remove the landscape wire insulation 1/2 in. from both wires and twist ends. Also, refer to strip length guide on the transformer. Connecting the Cable to the Transformer Lay the transformer on a flat, stable surface and insert the stripped end of one wire under the terminal clamping plate “COM”. Then tighten the screw. Repeat this procedure for clamping plate “12V” or “15V”.
Installation (continued) 3 Placing Your Fixtures and Routing the Cable 4 Attaching Your Fixtures Lay your fixtures (not included) out where you want to locate them. Be sure they do not exceed the 45-watt rating of the transformer. Route the low voltage cable to the fixtures. If there is extra cable, coil after the last fixture. Turn the transformer on. Attach your fixtures to the cable to using cable connectors as shown. Place one connector on each side of the cable, then press together to lock.
Installation (continued) 5 Mounting the Transformer 6 Mounting the Photocell To mount directly to a wall surface use the included screws (AA) as shown, suitable for mounting within 12 in. to 48 in. (0.3 m to 1.2 m) of the ground. When installing the screws, the spacing between the screw centers is 3.23 in. (82 mm). See the template (D) for correct spacing. Hang the transformer (A) onto the screws (AA). Mount the photocell (B) bracket on a wall or other solid surface with the screws (BB) provided.
Operation 1 Setting the Clock 2 This setting allows you to set the clock to local time. a) Press MENU until CLOCK LED indicator is lit and the digit indicator is flashing. Then press OK. b) When AM and PM begins to flash, press the UP or DOWN arrow button to select AM or PM and press OK. c) When the Hour begins to flash, press the UP or DOWN arrow to desired hour and press OK. d) When the Minute begins to flash, press the UP or DOWN arrow to desired Minute and press OK.
Operation (continued) 5 Setting the TIME ON/OFF 6 This setting allows you to test your landscape lighting after installation. Press MENU until the TEST LED indicator is lit and press OK. The time of photocell feeling the external light signal: the lights will turn on at dusk and off at dawn within 0.5 seconds. This setting allows you to control the time the lights turn on and when they will go off. a) Press MENU until the TIME ON/OFF LED indicator is lit and press OK. The digit display shows "ON".
Troubleshooting Problem All of the lights fail to work Only some lights work The lights are on during the day The lights do not switch on at dusk Probable Cause y Check that the transformer power is on. y Check if there is a loose connection at the transformer screw terminal with the cable. y Check that the power switch is not in an OFF setting. y Check the connector to make sure the wire barbs have pierced the landscape cable. y Halogen or incandescent bulbs (if applicable) can be burned out.
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