dewenwils HOSL08A Low Voltage Transformer Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- dewenwils
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dewenwils HOSL08A Low Voltage Transformer
Please pay attention to the warning signs Read the instructions with caution before operating and keep it properly.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Important safety information to reduce risk of fire injury.
- Do not install within 10 feet (3 m) of a pool, spa or fountain.
- There are no serviceable parts inside the power supply unit. DO NOT DISASSEMBLE.
- Do not repair or tamper with cord or plug.
- Do not submerge transformer in water.
- Do not mount the transformer onto combustible material.
- Do not connect two or more transformers in parallel.
- Do not use the transformer with a dimmer switch.
- Plug the power supply unit directly into a GFCI wet location outlet.
- For use with low voltage outdoor landscape lighting system only.
- The maximum output of this transformer is 600 watts. The two zone of this transformer have total of 600w, 300w per zone.Do not overload the transformer. Be sure that the total cumulative wattage of all 12 volt fixtures connected to the transformer is equal to or less than 600 watts. Each Zone does not exceed 300w.
CAUTION: This landscape light system must be installed in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If you are experiencing problems, contact a qualified electrician.
CALCULATION LIGHTING CAPACITY
The 600 Watt transformer has 600 watt circuits which will power up to 600 watts of light.Maximum 300w per zone. To make sure the maximum number of fixtures can be safely connected to this transformer, add up the individual wattage of all the fixtures. The total wattage of your fixtures must not exceed output capacity of the 600 Watt transformer. Each Zone does not exceed 300w.
INSTALLATION
Preparing the Cable
Being careful when splitting it. NOT to expose the copper cable. Remove the landscape cable insulation 1/2 inch from both cables and twist ends.
Connecting the cable to the Transformer
Lay the transformer on a flat, stable surface and use screwdriver to connect
the stripped ends of the cable under the terminal clamping plate.
Tips: (1) Wire under each terminal pressure plate and tighten screw
securely. Make sure wire insulation clears pressure plate. (2) As the
following image shows, there are 3 group wiring ports(COM/12V/ 14V for each
group), you can choose any group of them to connect your cable. For each
group, there are 2 terminal output ends- 12V/14V, select the appropriate
terminal according to your lamp voltage.
Note: Gently pull on the landscape cable to verify if the connection is strong.
Placing Your Fixtures and Routing the cable
Lay your fixtures (not included) to your desired location. Be sure they do not exceed the 600-watt rating of the transformer.Each Zone does not exceed 300w. Coil the rest of the cable after the last fixture. Transformer Cable Fixtures.
Attaching Your Fixtures
Use the cable connectors to attach your fixtures with the cable. Plug the transformer in the GFCI outlet and enter the ON mode. Then the lamps will light up.
Mounting the Transformer
- Use the screw to mount the transformer directly on a wall. 12 inch to 48 inch
- (0.3 m to 1.2 m) high from the ground would be suggested.12in. to 48in.
- (0.3m to 1.2m)
OPERATING INSTRUCTION
Figure 1: OFF MODE
The transformer does not work, there is no output voltage, and the load lamps will not light.
Figure 2: ON MODE
The transformer will maintain the output throughout the day, and the load
lamps will always be on.
Note: If the “.” on the display goes off after a few seconds, it means
that the wiring of the lamp is abnormal or the wire is broken. You need to cut
off the power supply of the transformer to eliminate the abnormal situation,
then restart the power supply.
Figure 3: AUTO MODE
In this mode, it will take 0 ~30s for the transformer to detect the external
environment firstly. If it is night, the currently selected output port of the
transformer will start output later, then the load lamps will light on
automatically and off at dawn. If it is during the day, the currently selected
output port of thetransformer will have no output and the load lamps will not
light.
Note: If the light emitted by the load lamps shines on the sensor at
night, it may cause the transformer to continuously switch on/off, and the
load lamps flash continuously, with a flash interval of 30s.
Figure 4 & Figure 5: COUNTDOWN
In this mode, it will also take 30s for the transformer to detect the external environment firstly. If it is night, the transformer will start output 30s later and the load lamps will light. Then they will turn off automatically when the the countdown is over. If it is during the day, the transformer will have no output and the load lamps will not light. Note: When the system starts to count down, if the surrounding light shines on the sensor for more than 30s, the countdown will end, the transformer will stop output, and the load lamps will go out.
Figure 6: FAILURE MODE
When the “F” lights, the outlet is overloaded or short circuit.To solve it, pull out the plug and check the circuit. Connect the power again after troubleshooting, the transformer will reset automatically.
- Selecting the function On-Auto-Countdown-Off.
TIPS
- When the transformer is working, the dot in the lower right corner of the display lights up. If the dot is not light up, it means that the transformer has no output voltage.
- The transformer has a power-off memory function. After the transformer has been working in the current mode for 24 hours, the transformer will remember the current working mode. When the transformer powers on again, the transformer will enter the working mode before the power failure.
- The transformer has two outputs with a total output power of 600VA. Each zone has a maximum output power of 300w.
TROUBLESHOOTING
T1 The display shows “F”
- Step 1: Unplug the transformer from the power outlet.
- Step 2: Check if the transformer is overloaded or not.
- Step 3: Check if there is a short circuit at the transformer terminals.
- Step 4: Check whether the connection between the lamp and the buried wire is short-circuited.
- Step 5: Press the circuit breaker button switch.
- Step 6: After troubleshooting, replug the transformer, it will automatically reset.
T2. In ON mode, the load lamp is off, the display shows “0”
- Step 1: Unplug the transformer from the power outlet.
- Step 2: Check if the transformer terminals are properly connected.
- Step 3: Check whether the connection between the lamp and the buried wire is correct.
- Step 4: After troubleshooting, replug the transformer, it will automatically reset.
T3. In AUTO mode or COUNTDOWN mode, the load lamp does not light, the display shows “A” or “N” (N is the selected timing time)
- Step 1: Unplug the transformer from the power outlet.
- Step 2: Check if the transformer terminals are properly connected.
- Step 3: Check whether the connection between the lamp and the buried wire is correct.
- Step 4: After troubleshooting, replug the transformer into the power outlet.
- Step 5: Press the up/down button to enter AUTO mode or COUNTDOWN mode, cover the sensor for more than 30s, the load lamp will light up. CABLE SELECTION CHART
CABLE SELECTION CHART
AWG1 Not recommended for Halogen Landscape.
NOTE: This data is provided as a general guideline. Actual performance aill depend on the installation layout, the fixtures, and the condition of the cable.If the wire diameter you use is thinner than the wire diameter recommended in the table, it may cause the flickering of the end lamps.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Model: DA-600-12W4-1
- Input Voltage: 120VAC, 60Hz
- Output: 12VAC/14 VAC
- Max Power Rating: 600W, Each zone has a maximum output power of 300w.
- Photo Sensor Cable Length: 6 ft
PACKING LIST
- 1 x Low-Voltage Transformer
- 2 x Screws
- 2 x Wall Anchors
- 1 x Instruction Manual
Warranty
One-Year Limited Warranty
- Supported by our professional R&D team and QC team, we provide One
- Year Warranty for materials and workmanship from the purchase date.
- Please note that the warranty does not cover damage caused by personal misuse or improper installation.
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