Installation Guide

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TDL-1110
TREX
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DECKLIGHTING™
How to Install
Installing Wiring
Note: It is recommended to install wiring before decking
and railing have been installed.
» Use 18 gauge stranded outdoor wire (available from
Trex) to connect wires from each light.
1. Wiring must be run under
the decking structure and
behind stringers. DO NOT
run wires between deck
boards and joists. Staple to
frame with cable staples
at least 1/4" (0.6 cm)
wide. DO NOT crush wire
insulation with staple.
2. Wiring can be run under the deck and behind risers.
Staple to frame with cable staples at least 1/4" (0.6 cm)
wide. DO NOT crush wire insulation with staple.
3. Run wire up the outside of each post that will have either
a post cap light or a deck rail light. Avoid running wire
on the side of post where railing brackets or deck rail
lights will be installed. Leave a 6" (15.2 cm) loop at top to
make connections. Staple to frame and posts with cable
staples at least 1/4" (0.6 cm) wide. DO NOT crush wire
insulation with staple.
Note: After installing wiring, finish installing your Trex
decking and railing by following the Trex Installation Guide.
Making Connections
» Polarity must be maintained through wiring system.
Always attach the same side of the 18 gauge wire to the
red wires on the lights. The red wires are positive.
» The wire nuts supplied by Trex are gel-filled and
waterproof. These wire nuts can safely attach four wires.
1. Strip wires to 5/8" (1.6 cm). Align any frayed strands of
the conductors. Pre-twisting is unnecessary.
2. Place stripped wires together with insulation even.
Twist connector onto wires pushing firmly until hand-
tight. DO NOT over torque. Wipe sealant in and around
conductors and connector opening while tightening.
DO NOT reuse.
Timer Operation Instructions
1. Select the mode of operation:
» Dusk to Dawn
» 1 - 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. Cut the wire loop at the top of the post. Strip the wire
ends. Make connections with the provided wire nuts.
See Making Connections above.
2. After verifying wiring is correct by turning lights on,
attach the cap to the top of the post with silicone caulk.
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6"
(15.2 cm)
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Strip
5/8"
(1.6 cm)
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6"
(15.2 cm)
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