Prima Fit i User manual

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Ph. 562-407-3079 . Fx. 562-407-3069

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IMPORTANT!:

• Please refer to the Prima catalog for proper lamp type & max. wattage.

• Prima is not responsible for any ﬁxture or system failure caused by lamps not supplied by Prima.

• Always contact Prima customer service for the latest updates on the proper use of the lamps.

• A speciﬁed transformer from Prima is needed for the low voltage FIT I System installations.

• Prima Lighting will not warrant the ﬁxtures or systems if Prima transformers are not used.

• The Prima Lighting catalog provides general suggestions as to the proper style of dimmer switch.

However, always consult Prima customer service for the use of any speciﬁc dimmer.

• Prima Lighting is not responsible for any ﬁxtures damaged or system malfunctions caused

• This track system is not intended for use with a power supply cord or convenience receptacle adapter.

by the incompatibility of non-speciﬁed or suggested dimmers.

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PRIMA LIGHTING - FIT I SYSTEM

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE INSTALLATION OF

THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE CALL PRIMA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT

1-562-407-3079

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION

A) READ ALL OF THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING THE FIT I

SYSTEM.

B) DO NOT INSTALL THIS SYSTEM IN DAMP OR WET LOCATIONS.

C) DO NOT INSTALL THIS SYSTEM OR ANY PART WHICH CONTAINS EXPOSED

WIRES LESS THAN 7 FEET FROM THE FLOOR.

D) DO NOT INSTALL ANY LUMINAIRE ASSEMBLY CLOSER THAN 6 INCHES FROM

ANY CURTAINS OR SIMILAR COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL.

E) DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE ADDING TO OR CHANGING THE

CONFIGURATION OF THE TRACK.

F) DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ENERGIZE ANYTHING OTHER THAN LIGHTING TRACK

LUMINAIRES ON THE TRACK. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CONNECT POWER TOOLS, EXTENSION CORDS,

APPLIANCES, AND THE LIKE TO THE TRACK.

G) DO NOT CONNECT A TRACK TO MORE THAN ONE BRANCH CIRCUIT UNLESS

THE TRACK IS CONSTRUCTED SO THAT IT CAN BE USED WITH MORE THAN

ONE BRANCH CIRCUIT. CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND REFER TO THEM WHEN ADDITIONS

TO OR CHANGES IN THE TRACK CONFIGURATION ARE MADE. THESE

INSTRUCTIONS CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING

YOUR NEW PRIMA LIGHTING FIXTURES.

PRIMA LIGHTING - FIT I INSTALLATION MANUAL

CAUTION

1. Failure to properly install low voltage electrical products may void the warranty. Please ensure the proper

electrical connections as follows:

• Follow instruction guidelines when wiring and installing transformers.

•Firmly connect the transformer’s secondary leads to the FIT I System track as described in the power

feed instruction sheets. ting connections at all conductive

•Be sure the lamp is ﬁrmly seated in the socket.

•Check to ensure that no wires, cables or packing materials are crossing both conductors of the

FIT I track.

2. Make sure all power connections are tight. Follow this procedure to ensure proper connection:

• Read all transformer instruction sheets before installation.

• Turn on the power only after system installation is complete.

• 60 minutes after power-up, check for excess heat at power connection areas.

• Tighten any connections that feel hot and assure to use 10 AWG THHN single standard wire from

transformer to powerfeed. The use of this wire is to maintain the standard 25 amp capacity.

• Do not use Romex cable or MC rigid cable for secondary wire connections.

•For long distance remote connections, please refer to the voltage drop table in the back of this

instruction manual.

3. Measure voltage after the installation is complete. Secondary voltage for 12V system should be between 11.3V

to 11.7V with 85% to 90% load without dimmer, and for 24V system should be between 22.6V to 23.4V

Since electronic transformers run at a higher frequency, the use of a high-end voltage meter such as

Fluke 87 is recommended.

4.Always turn oﬀ the power and allow the system to cool before attempting any adjustments such as moving

powerfeeds, adjusting pendant cable lengths, moving trackheads or changing light bulbs.

5. Prima Lighting includes lamps for each ﬁxture we ship. The lamps included are top quality and well-

known name brands. We will normally send 50W MR16 for spotlights and 50W Xelogen G6.35 lamp for

pendants unless otherwise speciﬁed diﬀerently in the catalog. Prima will also ship according to customers’

speciﬁc lamp type or wattage per order. Lamps are complimentary, thus we will not oﬀer free replacement,

nor will we issue any credit for lamps. However, customers may purchase lamps from us and receive standard

lamp warranty. We always encourage our customers to purchase replacement lamps directly from us

when replacements are needed.

6. If systems are ordered without transformers, all warranties are void and complimentary lamps will not be

supplied.

11.If you experience problems or irregular function of the system, stop the installation immediately and contact

Prima Lighting Customer Service for assistance.

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FIT I interconnecting joints.

with 85% to 90% load without dimmer. Magnetic transformers may be tested with most voltage meters.

7. The maximum permissible load allowed on any Prima Rail circuit is 25 amps. The rail can be operated at 12 volts

with a 300W maximum load or at 24 volts with a 600W maximum load.

9. When cleaning FIT I System track, be sure to use a clean damp cotton cloth.

Prima Lighting systems are listed by ETL. Our system products are only listed when used as a complete system. All

components, including transformers, must be provided by Prima Lighting. The substitution of Prima products with

another manufacturer’s product will render the listing completely void. Prima Lighting is removed from liability

and any insurance to which you may be entitled will be jeopardized.

Questions or problems you can’t ﬁnd answered here? Call 1-562-407-3079 during regular business hours

(Monday-Friday 7:00-4:00pm PST).

CAUTION! Bulbs, metal, and other parts of elements may become hot. Use protective gloves and adjust

elements by their coated handles and cords.

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10. Do not apply any paint material over our tracks and connectors.

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If your system does not turn on:

•ALWAYS check the fuse or thermal breaker ﬁrst. Fuses and breakers are easily replaced and can be bought from any

local electrical distributor or directly from Prima Lighting. BYPASSING A FUSE OR THERMAL BREAKER CAN RESULT IN FIRE!!

• Check all switches and breakers, including the main panel breaker and the breaker button on the transformer.

•Make sure all wire connections and piercing contacts are tight and well connected (transformer to conductor leads,

junction box, connectors between rails).

• Check the output side of the transformer with a multimeter and make sure the power is there.

• Check that the bulbs and sockets are installed securely and are not burned out.

•The system will shut down if it is overloaded. Make sure that the total wattage of the lamp elements does not exceed

the transformer’s maximum wattage rating.

•The system will shut down if there is a short. Make sure that the rail and elements are not coming in contact with any

other metal surfaces and that each element is installed properly.

Common Troubleshooting on TRANSFORMER and BREAKERS

If the breaker at the transformer is tripping, please follow these troubleshooting steps:

1. Remove all lighting elements and reset the breaker.

2. Attempt to turn the system on.

If the system still trips, look inside the transformer housing and make sure all connections are secure and that there is no

short. If the system stays on, you most likely have a problem with one of the lighting elements. Re-install one element at

a time and check if the system works to ﬁnd the defective element. Ensure that the lighting socket is okay, wires are not

stripped or shorted, and the lamps are within the allowed wattage.

If the breaker at the main panel keeps tripping when the system is ﬁrst turned on, you may need to replace this

breaker with an inductive breaker, or you may have a short on the 120 volt side of the transformer.

Nuisance Tripping

Sometimes, for no apparent reason, the secondary circuit breakers on the transformers will trip. Some things to consider:

1. Allow a 20% safety factor in estimating your load wattage. The bulbs often carry a load of up to 5% more than

speciﬁed, wire length, gauge, and connection variation may impact the actual load. Using proper wire nuts and

ensuring wires have 1/2” long contacts length are essential to minimize loading.

by your local electrical codes (use the 20% safety factor as mentioned above), and all transformers should be mounted

as designed.

3. If using a dimmer, use a compatible low-voltage dimmer only.

If using remote magnetic transformer, the transformer has to be mounted vertically with the breakers facing downward

for better heat dissipation.

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ﬁt I system track installation prep

Follow all local and national electrical codes.

For assistance please call Prima Customer Service at 562-407-3079

A1 A2

IMPORTANT Please read these instructions prior to installation. Refer to the Prima catalog for proper lamp type and maximum wattage for ﬁxtures.

Prima is not responsible for any ﬁxture or system failure caused by unsupported lamps. Contact Prima customer service for the latest updates on

which lamps we support and proper usage. Prima low voltage transformers must be used with all Prima Lighting product installations. All warranties

are void if Prima transformers are not used. Prima’s catalogs provide general information and suggestions for proper dimmer usage. Please consult

our customer service department with any questions regarding dimmer speciﬁcs. Prima is not responsible for any damage caused by improper

dimmer speciﬁcation and usage. Use only qualiﬁed electrician for installation. Adhere to all local and national electrical codes prior to installation.

It is strongly recommended that gloves are used when handling the FIT I System track. Oils and dirt from ﬁngers can sometimes permanently

mark the ﬁnish. Track should be cleaned with a damp cloth and thoroughly dried before ﬁxture installation.

Determine whether the FIT I track length will be installed as

part of a series of connected track lengths or as a single

stand alone track length. Before attempting to ﬁeld cut the FIT I track,

ensure that the end caps are ﬁrmly installed into both ends. If an end

cap has become loose during shippping, replace it.

and lengths can be achieved. FIT track may be ﬁeld cut with

an ordinary hacksaw. Be sure to use a FINE-TOOTH METAL CUTTING

BLADE. Be sure to deburr and clean all cuts prior to ﬁnal assembly.

ﬁt I system track connector/powerfeed basics

B1 B2

Connectors are available for extending track length, turning corners or creating intersections in the run. Great care must be taken to ensure

the connector is installed properly.

FIT I track is constructed of an aluminum housing which

doubles as the neutral conductor. Each of the two slots of the

track include one conductor and one insulator. The slots may used as

two separate circuits with the proper use of powerfeeds. The track may

also be conﬁgured as one circuit for both slots with the use of a jumper.

When installing a connector or powerfeed, place the opposite

end of the track length against a solid ﬂat surface to keep the

internal parts of the track from sliding. Carefully align the connector pins

on the connector with the holes in the track’s conductors. Insert the

connector all the way into the track until it stops.

Track housing/

Neutral

Conductor 1

Insulator 1

Slot 1

Slot 2

Conductor 2

Insulator 2

B3 B4

When installing a connector at the end of a FIT I track length,

great care should be taken to ensure the connector is properly

installed. After the connector has been inserted into the end of the track,

inspect the opposite end of the track. If the inslulators and conductors

are ﬂush with the end, then the installation was successful. If the

conductors protrude past the end of the track AT ALL then connector is

not properly installed.

When the connector or powerfeed is properly inserted into the

track length, secure the installation by tightenting the lock

screws located at the top and bottom of connector. DO NOT

OVERTIGHTEN THE SCREWS.

Opposite end after a

proper connector installation.

Opposite end after an

improper connector installation.

FIT SYSTEM TRACK

MAY NOT BE BENT IN

ANY WAY

FIT I System track

may not be bent

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Ph. 562-407-3079 . Fx. 562-407-3069

www.primalighting.com

*Caution:

Do not break the insulator inside

the chamber while using the

screw-in function. Broken insulator

will cause short of circuit.

*Caution

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