Installation & Assembly
WAC Lighting
www.waclighting.com
Phone (800) 526.2588 • Fax (800) 526.2585
Headquarters/Eastern Distribution Center
44 Harbor Park Drive • Port Washington, NY 11050
Phone (516) 515.5000 • Fax (516) 515.5050
Western Distribution Center 
1750 Archibald Ave • Ontario, CA 91761
Phone (800) 526.2588 • Fax (800) 526.2585
WAC Lighting retains the right to modify the design of our products at any time as part of the company's continuous improvement program. JULY, 2014
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
W Track Recessed 277V Flange
WHT4-RT, WHT8-RT, WHT12-RT
SAFETY INSTRUCTION
•  Read all of these instructions before installing the track system.
•  Turn o power at main switch before installing or modifying the system.
•  Do not install within six inches of any curtain or combustible materials.
•  Do not install less than 5 feet above a oor.
•  Do not install in damp or wet locations.
•  Do not install concealed, or extended through building walls.
•  Do not attempt to energize anything other than a track light xture.
•  This track system shall only be supplied with two single 120V, 60Hz, 20amp branch circuits. 
•  Do not load to more than 20 amps per circuit. Although track light systems may seem to operate acceptably, 
a dangerous overload of the neutral may occur and result in a risk of re.
•  Check with a qualied electrician before wiring.
•  All of the installations shall be in accordance with NEC and all local codes.
•  Save these installation instructions and refer to them when additions or changes to the track conguration are made. 
MOUNTING OPTIONS
Generally, for any mounting method, do not exceed 4 feet between mounting points, and do not exceed 6 inches 
(for 4 feet of track or less in length) or 12 inches (for track that is greater than 4 feet) from each end of the single track section. 
Always use two or more mounting supports for each track length.
A: STRAP MOUNTING
•  Remove the End Cap and save.
•  Slide the perforated hanger straps (not included, can be 
purchased in a hardware store) into the groove in the side of 
the track. An equal number of straps should be mounted on 
each side of the track.
•  Wrap the straps around the building structure or nail the 
straps to the structure. They should be positioned evenly to 
balance the track.
•  Placing one hanger strap every foot per side is recommended.
•  Push End Cap into the track at the end of the track 
and secure by screw.
•  The hanger strap can be bought at a hardware store, 
recommend size is 11/16 inch (17mm) in width.
•  Use clips or plates (by others) to be accommodated mounting 
on the 1/2 inch of the ceiling board.
B: DIRECT MOUNTING
•  Mounting slots in top of track can be knocked out and are 
spaced every 10 inches for convenience. 
•  Mount as shown using a mounting screw every 2 feet 
is recommended.
•  Additional supports may be added for heavier 
load applications.




