The Home Depot 860760 Recessed Light Converter Kit User Guide

: September 23, 2024
: THE HOME DEPOT

Table of Contents

The Home Depot 860760 Recessed Light Converter Kit
Specifications
FAQs
Safety information
Tools required
Parts included
Installation
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The Home Depot 860760 Recessed Light Converter Kit

Specifications

Model: 860760
SKU: 1007085858
Maximum Weight Capacity: 50 lbs or as supported by recessed can

FAQs

Q: Can this kit be used with a ceiling fan?

A: No, this kit is not intended for use with a ceiling fan. It is designed to support a luminaire within specified weight limits.

Q: What should I do if I am not qualified to install this kit?

A: If you are not qualified to handle lighting luminaires’ electrical systems, it is recommended to contact a qualified electrician for installation assistance.

Safety information

WARNING : Risk of fire or electric shock. Disconnect power to the existing luminaire at the breaker box. Luminaries wiring, ballasts, or other electrical parts may be damaged when drilling for installation of the converter kit hardware. Check for enclosed wiring and components. Do not alter, relocate, or remove wiring, lamp holders, ballasts, or any other electrical components. Install 4″ to 6″ recessed can luminaires that have the construction features and dimensions as shown in the drawings on page 2 of this instruction sheet. To prevent wire damage, do not expose wiring to the edge of sheet metal or other sharp objects. Mount only on listed new construction cans with bar hangers. Do not use this product in a pop-in can (see illustration). DO NOT install on t-bar suspended ceilings. 50 lbs. max. load rating for luminaires. Not intended for luminaires greater than 50 lbs.

NOTE : This recessed light converter kit is designed to support a luminaire with a maximum weight that can be supported by your recessed can or 50 lbs., whichever is less. Not intended for use with ceiling fan. The converter kit requires knowledge of lighting luminaires electrical system. If not qualifed, do not attempt installation. Contact a qualified electrician.

Tools required

Parts included

NOTE : Parts are not shown to actual size.

Installation

NOTE : Make sure the power is off. Remove the lamp (If applicable) from the socket.

Thread the socket pigtail (M) into the recessed can socket (Figure 1).
Take off the crossbar mounting bracket (F) and the washer (I) from the inner/outer sections for channel brace (C/D) by removing the two 1/4″ long side screws (H) (Figure 2).
lightly loosen the center screw (G) then raise the adjustable channel brace (C/D) into the recessed can and slide the inner and outer sections of the channel brace as wide as possible so that both ends of the brace are resting against the sides of the recessed can. Move the outer lock bar (E) to the center of the channel brace, then tighten the center screw (G) to hold everything in place (Figure 3)
- NOTE : Do not use any other type of screw. These screws are specifically designed for this application. Only two screws are needed. One extra screw was provided for customer’s convenience
Secure the adjustable channel brace (C/D) to the recessed can by using the two supplier 1″ long self-piercing screws (N). By using power drill and a 5/16″ hexagon driver, drive the two screws through both sides of the channel brace through the side of the recessed can (Figure 4).
Install the crossbar mounting bracket (F) and the washer (I) back onto the channel brace (C/D), by using the two side screws (H) removed from step 2 (Figure 5).
- NOTE : The washer must be used for 5” & 6” can installations; Do not use the washer for 4” can installation.
Install the green ground wire with screw (K) to the side of the channel brace by using ground screw (J) (Figure 6)
Raise the metal cover plate (A), rotate it and make sure the crossbar mounting bracket (F) holds the metal cover plate (A) in place (Figure 7).
Install your lighting fixture’s mounting bar (Q) (Not included, it comes with the lighting fixture purchased separately) on the crossbar mounting bracket (F) with two 5/16″ long fixture screws (O) (not included) (Figure 8). Follow the installation instructions included with your fixture (not included) to mount onto the recess can converter kit.
Insert the lighting fixture wires through the decorative medallion center hole (B), and place the decorative medallion (B) onto the canopy (Figure 9)
- NOTE : Decorative medallion (B) is held in place by installed lighting fixture and can be painted to match existing décor seamlessly.
Make the electrical connection between the pigtail (M) and your fixture’s electrical wires, and raise the decorative medallion and fixture canopy. Secure the canopy according to your lighting fixture installation instructions (Figure 10).