AMP Lighting VAC-HUB4-PBK-R1 Junction Hub Installation Guide
- June 12, 2024
- AMP Lighting
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AMP Lighting VAC-HUB4-PBK-R1 Junction Hub
Product Information
The product is a connection hub, item code VAC-HUB4-PBK-R1,designed for outdoor use. It is intended to be mounted at least 1.25 (30 cm) above ground. The connection hub is meant to be used with a power supply (transformer) rated maximum of 300 watts (20 AMPS) at 15 volts. The package includes one connection hub.
Product Usage Instructions
- Ensure that the power is turned OFF before installing or servicing the fixture.
- Do not install the connection hub within 10 feet [3 meters] of a pool, spa, or fountain.
- Choose a desired location for mounting the hub and hammer the stake into the ground until the flange of the stake is flush to grade. If the ground is hard, make a crosscut using a flat shovel.
- Tightly attach the connection hub to the stake by hand.
- Remove the top from the connection hub.
- Pass the supply wires from the transformer through one of the holes underneath the hub base. Strip both leads of the supply wire and insert one side into the connector on the terminal block. Close the clamp. Repeat for the other side of the wire and opposite terminal block. Connect the supply wires from the fixtures in the same manner.
- After connecting the wires, place the top back onto the connection hub. Leave any excess wire inside the hub for future adjustments.
INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE GUIDE
AMP® LOW VOLTAGE LANDSCAPE LIGHTING
AMP® Pro Junction Hub (Gen. 3)
ITEM: VAC-HUB4-PBK-R1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: READ BEFORE INSTALLATION
This connection hub is intended for installation in accordance with local
codes and the National Electric Code (NEC). Failure to adhere to these codes
and instructions may result in serious injury, property damage and void the
warranty.
These instructions do not intend to cover all variations in installation,
operation maintenance or mounting situations.
- Make sure that the power is turned OFF before installing or servicing this fixture.
- Warning: this connection hub is not intended to be installed within 10 feet [3 meters] of a pool, spa or fountain.
- This connection hub is for outdoor use only, which must be mounted at least 1.25” (30 cm) above ground.
- This connection hub is intended to be used only with a power supply (transformer) rated maximum of 300 watts (20 AMPS) at 15 volts.
- Underground Low Energy Cable must not be buried over 6” (15.2 cm) in order to connect to the main low voltage cable.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
- A. (1) Connection Hub
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
INSTALL STAKE
Determine the desired location for mounting the hub. Hammer the stake into the ground until flange of stake is flush to grade. To avoid damage to the stake, place a board on top of the stake while hammering.
NOTE: If the ground is hard and the stake is difficult to install, make a crosscut in the ground using a flat shovel.
Install Connection Hub to Stake
Hand tighten the connection hub to the stake until snug.
Remove Top
Remove the top from the connection hub.
Connect Wires
Pass the supply wires from the transformer through one of the holes underneath
the hub base. Strip both leads of the supply wire from the transformer. Open
the clamp on the connector that you are going to insert the wire in, insert
one side of the supply wire into the connector on the terminal block and close
the clamp. Then insert the other side of the wire into the opposite terminal
block.
Use the same methods to connect the supply wires from the fixtures.
NOTE: The connectors will hold up to 10 gauge wire.
Install Top
After the wires are well connected, place the top back onto the connection hub. Leave any access wire inside of the hub in case you need to adjust the placement of the fixtures.
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References
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