TREX DeckLighting User manual

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TREX® DECKLIGHTING™
Installation Instructions
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PARTS
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B C D
x2x2 x2x2 x2x2x2x2
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Pyramid Post Cap Light
Riser Light Splitter Deck Rail Light Recessed Deck Light
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Flat Post Cap Light
NOTE: All wiring and splitters are mounted to the inside
of framing. Picture above is a general representation of
where to place them.
WARNING:
»
DO NOT INSTALL DECKLIGHTING IN CLOSE
PROXIMITY TO POOLS OR HOT TUBS,
AS CHEMICALS FROM THE WATER CAN
DAMAGE LIGHTING FIXTURES.
»
DO NOT INSTALL WIRING UNDER HEAVY
WEIGHT OR LOAD AS THIS CAN DAMAGE
WIRING.
Lighting and Wiring Overview
1/2"
(13 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
TOOLS NEEDED
»
5ft, 10ft, 20ft, 40ft, and 60ft connection/
extension wires sold separately (these are
male-to-male connection wires).
HELPFUL TIPS
» Please note that Trex lighting operates on DC
power. NEVER mix AC and DC fixtures on the
same circuit. Doing so will result in extremely
premature fixture failure and is not covered by
the Trex limited warranty. You must use a Trex
transformer on all Trex lighting installations.
»Never fully drive staples when securing wire.
Wire should move under staple.
» ALWAYS protect any wire that is close to the
ground with conduit or wire loom to prevent
rodent damage.
» Cap all unused female connections with caps
(provided) or weather-resistant silicone to
prevent water damage or corrosion.
» Each dimmer operates on a separate remote.
» It is recommended to have power source
installed and turned on when installing lights to
ensure all components work.
» When installing wiring, avoid extreme angles,
pressure, or tension on the wiring, as this can
cause pinching of the wiring and create a
lighting failure.
NOTE: Avoid railing brackets and locations for deck rail
lights when running wires up posts.
NOTE: Install wiring and splitters before decking and rail-
ing have been installed. DO NOT run wires between joists
and deck boards.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® DECKLIGHTING™
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TREX® DECKLIGHTING™
Installation Instructions
General Information
» USE TREX TRANSFORMER ONLY. Use of any other
transformer voids warranty.
Planning
NOTE: When designing your deck, plan locations of
lights, power supply, timer, and dimmer. These should
be accessible for service. Installing a GFCI outlet is
REQUIRED to help prevent damage to lighting from
electrical surges.
1. The dimmer remote will work in
a 30' (9 m) radius of the unit.
2. Dimmer should be installed in a
dry location.
3. Timer must be installed
vertically with receptacle facing
downwards. Timer must be at
least 1' (.305 m) from ground
level when installed as per
federal safety code height regulations. Timer must be
in view of the sun to use the dusk/dawn feature.
Installing Wiring
NOTE: It is recommended to install wiring and splitters
before decking and railing have been installed.
» Use male-to-male connection wire (lengths vary)
that will connect to each required splitter.
1. Wiring must be run under
decking structure and
behind stringers. DO NOT
run wires between deck
boards and joists. Staple
to frame with cable staples
at least 1/4" (6 mm) wide.
DO NOT crush wire
insulation with staples.
2. Wiring can be run under deck and behind risers.
Staple to frame with cable staples at least 1/4"
(6 mm) wide. DO NOT crush wire insulation with
staples.
3. Remove 5' (1.52 m) lead wire that is connected to post
cap and attach wire to post with male connection at
top of post (female connection would be at bottom of
post and connect into splitter). Avoid running wire on
side of post where railing brackets or deck rail lights
will be installed. Leave approximately 6" (152 mm) of
lead at top to make connections. Staple to frame and
posts with cable staples at least 1/4" (6 mm) wide.
DO NOT crush wire insulation with staples.
Making Connections
1. Install splitters to
inside of framing using
hardware provided.
Install at every post
base where lighting is
present and depending
on spacing in between
each riser and recessed
light.
2. Attach male lead from lights to female connections
on splitter. Also attach male-to-male connection
wires in between each splitter. Continue until all
wiring from lights are attached to splitters and
connector wires are attached in between splitters.
3. Cap off all unused female connections on splitters
using caps provided or weather-resistant silicone.
GFCI
Outlet
Timer
Transformer
To Splitter
Dimmer
(Optional)
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3
6"
(152 mm)
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1
2
2
Light
connection Connection
wire
Connection wire
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TRANSFORMER CAPACITY BY TYPE
8.3A Transformer
(83 DL TRANSFORMER)
Type of
Light
2.5A Transformer
(2.5 DL TRANSFORMER)
Riser 285 90
Recessed 285 90
Post Cap 85 22
Deck Rail 285 90
Above listing is for maximum number of each individual types of lights.
If mixing and matching lighting, contact Trex to determine if more than
one transformer is required.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX DECKLIGHTING/CONTINUED
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HOW TO INSTALL TREX DECKLIGHTING/CONTINUED
Timer Operation Instructions
1. Select the mode of operation:
» Dusk to Dawn
» 2–8 hours
» Always “ON”
» “OFF”
Program repeats daily. When power is flowing to lights,
green light above POWER is on.
Installing Post Cap Lights
NOTE: Install post cap lights after the railing system, post
sleeve skirt, and post sleeve have been installed.
1. Connect male lead from wiring to female connector
from cap. Also attach male-to-male connection wires
in between each splitter. Continue until all wiring
from lights is attached to splitters and connector
wires are attached in between splitters.
(See Making Connections section for details.)
2. After verifying wiring is correct by turning lights on,
attach cap to top of post with silicone caulk.
Installing Deck Rail Lights
NOTE: Instructions shown below are for new deck
installation and are shown BEFORE railing system has
been installed.
1. Place post sleeve over
pressure-treated post
and mark desired
height, centered on post
sleeve for deck rail light
location.
NOTE:
If deck boards are
not installed yet, place a
deck board on framing to
ensure post sleeve is at correct height.
2. Drill a 1" (25 mm) hole through post sleeve. Drill deep
enough to mark location on pressure-treated post.
3. Remove the post sleeve from the post.
4. Drill out existing hole on pressure-treated post
3/4" (19 mm) deep. Drill two additional holes
vertically below main hole—this will allow space for
wiring after post sleeve is attached.
5. Leave enough slack at top of lead wire and attach
lead wire to post using staples. Attach lead wire to
splitter under decking.
TIP: To hold lead wire in place at drilled-out location,
use painters tape.
Installing Lights
6. Slide post sleeve back over post. If using a post
sleeve skirt, make sure to install the skirt first.
Connect plug on deck rail light to lead wire and tuck
wiring into previously drilled-out pockets on post.
7. Align holes for screws horizontally and attach fixture
base to post with provided screws.
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2
3
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6"
(152 mm)
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1
2
Post
Post
Sleeve
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2
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4
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8. Line up polycarbonate
lens with fixture housing.
Twist onto fixture base.
Continue until all wiring
from lights is attached to
splitters and connector
wires are attached in
between splitters.
(See Making Connections
section for details.)
NOTE: If railing has already been installed, lead wires will
need to be fished through the post sleeve to reach the
desired location for the deck rail light. In some cases, if
the provided lead wire does not fit (due to connector
size), the wire connectors can be cut off and wire nuts
can be used. Test lights with the power on. If lights that
are wired with this method do not function, then switch
the connector wires.
Installing Riser Lights
NOTE: Install riser lights after stairs and risers have
been installed.
1. Mark locations for
each light, generally
4" (102 mm) above tread.
Consult local codes for
lighting requirements.
NOTE: If possible, avoid
locations over stringers
as holes will be more
difficult to create.
2. Drill a 1" (25 mm) diameter hole at least 1" (25 mm)
deep into riser. If riser material is thicker than
1" (25 mm), use a 1/2" (13 mm) drill bit to create a
passage for wires.
3. Thread wires through hole. Press light into hole,
ensuring lens is horizontal. Make connections behind
stairs from male lead wire from recessed light into
female connection on splitter. Also attach male-
to-male connection wires in between each splitter.
Continue until all wiring from lights is attached
to splitters and connector wires are attached in
between splitters.
(See Making Connections section for details.)
NOTE: DO NOT install riser light or deck rail light into top
or bottom rails or balusters.
Installing Recessed Deck
Lights
NOTE: Install recessed
deck lights after installing
decking.
1. Mark locations for
lights in deck boards.
NOTE: If possible, avoid
locations over joists, as holes will be more difficult
to create.
2. Drill a 1" (25 mm)
diameter hole
3/4" (19 mm) deep
into deck board. Hole
cannot go all the way
through deckboard or
light will fall through.
Make sure drill bit is
perpendicular to board.
Drill a 1/2" (13 mm)
diameter hole in base of the first hole through deck
board.
3. Thread wires through
hole. DO NOT pull LED
into hole by pulling
on wires. This may
damage wires or LED.
Press light into hole
until flush with surface.
Make connections under
deck from male lead
wire from riser light into
female connection on splitter. Also attach male-
to-male connection wires in between each splitter.
Continue until all wiring from lights is attached
to splitters and connector wires are attached in
between splitters. (See Making Connections section
for details.)
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4"
(102 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
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3/4" (19 mm)
TREX® DECKLIGHTING™
Installation Instructions
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® DECKLIGHTING™
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