Lightolier ProSpec TRACK ITEM User manual

FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS 02720
MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA © 1997
INSTRUCTION SHEET NO.
A0197 Page 1 of 2
IS:26046
Power Extention Connector for use with ProSpec™Track System Only.
The Power Extension Connector allows power to be jumped from one
track, around or through structural obstacles, to another track unit. It
replaces the Dead End Cover at the end of a Feed Track unit or a run
of track units. Power can be fed into or removed from the Power
Extension Connector by using any of the power feed-in kits available
for ProSpec Track. A few examples are shown on the reverse side.
Caution:
•Turn off power at fuse box before installing the Power
Extension Connector and track.
•Instructions for grounding must be followed. Failure to do
so may result in a hazardous condition.
•Use only #12 ga. solid copper wire in connectors to
maintain proper track rating.
•Observe polarity, white (neutral) wire must be connected
to terminal marked "NEUT". Failure to observe Polarity may
result in an electrical hazard.
•Do not use Track as a conduit support. Independent conduit
supports (such as suitable conduit straps) must be used to
attach the conduit installation to the building structure.
INSTALLING CONNECTOR INTO TRACK SECTION--Fig.1 & Fig. 2
1. Remove Dead End Cover if necessary by pulling it out of the track
(save Dead End cover).
2. Push connector into the track until there is no gap between the
track unit and connector. Ensure that the contact blades are
aligning with the copper wirers in the track during assembly.
3. Tighten the locking screw.
POWER FEED TO THE CONNECTOR(S)
DIRECT FEED FROM ABOVE CEILING--Fig.3
1. Remove the bottom cover (if required) by snapping it out of the
connector. Save cover.
2. Remove K.O. plate from the connector.
3. Remove the K.O..
4. Attach the electrical connector onto the K.O. plate using the nut
provided. Align the electrical connector such that the connector is
hidden by the track width.
5. Attach the K.O. plate onto the connector using the screw that was
previously removed.
6. Pass cable or conduit through electrical connector and clamp cable
or conduit to electrical connector.
7. Form the wires to the appropriate screw terminals. Cut and strip
wires and attach to the screw terminals. (See wiring section of
instruction sheet).
8. Snap the bottom cover onto the connector.
Connector
Track Unit
Connector
Track Unit
LockingScrew
Fig. 2
Dead End
Track Unit
BottomCover
Electrical
Connector
(byOthers)
Knock Out
Nut
Conduit or Cable
(byOthers)
K.O. Plate
Fig. 3
BottomCover
Fig. 1
Track Unit
Dead End
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL TRACK, CONNECTOR, FEED-IN-KITS, AND ACCESSORY
INSTRUCTION SHEETS BEFORE INSTALLING ANY PROSPEC™ TRACK ITEM.
This fixture is intended for installation in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local or Federal
code specifications. To assure full compliance with codes and regulations, check with your local electrical
inspector before installation. To prevent electric shock, turn off electricity at fuse box before proceeding.
Retain these instructions for maintenance reference.

INSTRUCTION SHEET NO.
© 1997
IS:26046
A0197 Page 2 of 2
Power Extention Connector for use with ProSpec™
Track System Only.
POWER FEED TO THE CONNECTOR(S) (continued)
DIRECT POWER FEED FROM A STRUCTURAL SURFACE--Fig 4 & Fig. 5
1. Remove the bottom cover (if required) by snapping it out of the
connector. Save cover.
2. Push out hole plug.
3. Thread electrical connector into the end cap.
4. Pass conduit or cable through electrical connector and secure
conduit or cable to electrical connector.
5. Form the wires to the appropriate screw terminals. Cut and strip
wires and attach to the screw terminals. (See wiring section of
instruction sheet).
6. Snap the bottom cover onto the connector.
WIRING THE CONNECTOR--Fig. 6 & Fig. 7
Note: Multiple circuits can be fed into the Power Extension Connector.
The Connector is not polarized and can be inserted into the track in
any orientation. Therefore identification of the circuits during wiring
needs to be controlled by the installer or electrician. The brass screw
terminals are for the hot leads, the silver screw terminals are for
neutral leads, and terminals marked "GND" are for the ground. The
individual circuits are arranged vertically (see diagrams).
1. Form the wires to the screw terminals, strip the insulation
back 1/2".
2. Slip the wire under the terminal screw head. Tighten all screw
terminals when wiring is completed.
3. Make sure stripped portion of wires are not touching each other.
4. Snap bottom cover onto the connector to cover the wires.
There are additional feed in kits (Floating Canopy, End Feed Canopy,
Floating Invisible Feed, Grid Ceiling Canopy Kit, Stem Kits....) that can
be used with these connectors. See the Instruction Sheet supplied
with the Feed-in Kit for detailed instructions on mounting the kit to the
connector.
BottomCover
Track Unit
Dead End
Fig. 4
Power
Extention
Connector
Hole Plug Track Unit
Conduit or Cable
(byOthers)
.50
Ground Terminal
Power
Terminals
Neutral
Terminals
Two wires may be
attached to one
screwterminal.
Circuit 1
Circuit 2
Circuit 2
N
Circuit 1
N
Use 12 ga. solid copper wire for
feed connections including
ground.
Fig. 6
Fig. 5
Fig. 5
Power
Feed
P
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O
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t
Plain Track
Feed Track
or Power Extension
Connector
Power
Extension
Connector
Power
Feed
Power
Feed
P
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O
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Feed Track
Feed Track
or Power Extension
Connector
Mini Coupler or
In-Line Connector
Feed Track
Power
Feed
Power
Feed
P
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O
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Feed Track
Feed Track
or Power Extension
Connector
Power
Extension
Connector
Power
Extension
Connector
Power
Feed
Structural
Impediment
Fig. 7
Power Extension
Connector
Electrical
Connector
(byOthers)
End Cap
Power
Extention
Connector