How to Install Landscaping Lights
Installing electric landscape lights can make your pathways and yard area look eye pleasing while providing safety as well. You don't have to hire a professional to install landscaping lights, though. Purchase a landscape light kit online or at your local home improvement store and you'll brighten up your yard in no time. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Attach the power pack/transformer to the cable for the lights.
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Plug the transformer into a 110-volt outlet that is not switched so there is constant power to your lights.
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If the transformer has a timer, set it to the "on" position. If the transformer has a darkness sensor, tape over it with electric tape.
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Assemble the lights together according to the manufacturer's instructions. Do this while the transformer is on.
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Attach the lights along the wire with the provided connectors. The lights will make contact and illuminate.
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Push the stake end of the lights into the ground and position them to your individual preferences. Repeat until you have all of the lights installed in the ground.
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After you have completed the lighting layout and all the lights are working, bury the cable in the ground using your shovel.
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Set the timer or remove the tape from the light sensor and wait until dark to enjoy your lights.
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Tips & Warnings
To save installation time and also energy, use solar landscaping lights.
Resources
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