Step 1

Before beginning the actual installation, TURN OFF THE POWER. Install the transformer on a wall or fence post above a GFI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) receptacle. It should be positioned at least 12" above ground with the cable terminals on the bottom. There is a 6' cord and plug attached to the transformer. Keyhole slots on the back of the transformer make it easy to slide the box onto the screws. To prevent water from running into the receptacle, loop a knot into the plug wire.

Step 2

Connect the low voltage cable to the terminal block with the supplied terminal ring connectors of the transformer. The installation instruction sheet provides detailed information.

Step 3

Open all the cartons and remove contents making sure no small packets of material remain inside. Install the lamps, along with any lenses, louvers and baffles. Using your plan, place each fixture in its approximate final location. Run the cable out from the transformer, laying it close to the fixtures.

Step 4

If you haven't attached the stakes to the fixture stems, do it now and then push each fixture firmly into the ground. Aim the directional lights in the generally correct area and thumb-tighten the adjusting screw.

Step 5

The patented PIGTAIL CONNECTOR has two sharp pins designed to pierce the cable's protective cover and make a secure, watertight connection to the conductors. This is a DUAL CIRCUIT DESIGN system and the location of the pins is what places the fixtures on one circuit or another. The instruction sheet gives you step-by-step guidance to ensure that each circuit load is as close to balanced as possible. If you do need to relocate the fixture, or put it on a different circuit, there's no problem. Just unsnap and reposition the connector anywhere along the length of the self-sealing cable.

Step 6

When all the fixtures are installed to your satisfaction, test them to ensure everything is operating properly. Turn on the main power to activate the system. If applicable, set the time clock. At dusk, fine-tune the aiming angles of directional fixtures or make fixture placement adjustments based on light output. Note: Transformers with the photocontrol option have a daylight test mode mechanism. Once the installation is completed and tested, the cable may be concealed under mulch or ground cover, or behind bushes. Burying the cable is also an option to avoid power mower damage.