DVA-6
6” Vertical Recessed
Installation
Instructions
! IMPORTANT !
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read carefully before installing fixture. Retain for future reference.
2. Make certain power is OFF before starting installation or attempting any maintenance.
3. Product must be installed in accordance with NEC or your local electrical code. If you are not familiar with these
codes and requirements, consult a qualified electrician.
4. This fixture must be supported by main runners or other building structures that are capable of supporting fixture
weight.
5. Blinking lamp may indicated fixture is too close to insulation or the lamp is the incorrect wattage or type.
6. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, TURN OFF ELECTRICITY AT FUSE BOX
BEFORE PROCEEDING.
NOTES: This fixture is designed for installation where it will not come in contact with insulation.
Thermal insulation must be kept at minimum of three inches (3”) away from the housing.
INSTALL • Mark a spot on the ceiling to indicate the fixture location.
• Use this mark as a center point and scribe appropriate diameter circle on ceiling:
- 6 1/2” (for 6” fixtures)
- 8 1/16” (for 8” fixtures)
• Cut hole accurately using proper cutting tool.
• Install housing using adjustable mounting brackets (fixture must be secured to structural ceiling members)
a. with C-Channels as shown in Fig. 1a
b. with 3/4” and 1 1/2” lathing, or 1/2” conduit as shown in Fig. 1b
c. with flat bar hangers as shown in Fig. 1c
Fig. 1
Deco Lighting
2917 Vail Ave.
Commerce, CA 90040
(800) 613-DECO
Fax: (310) 366-6855
Support: (310) 366-6866
www.getdeco.com
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (cont.)
INSTALL • Adjust the plaster ring by loosening wing nuts located on each of the hanging brackets. (Fig. 2)
Fig. 2
WIRING  • Provide electrical service according to the NEC code or your local electrical code to the junction box on the
fixture frame.
• Remove appropriate size knockout on fixture J-box for conduit connector.
• Remove J-box cover to J-box by pushing up on spring clip. Attach conduit with connector to J-box and
secure. (Fig. 3)
Fig. 3
• Connect supply wires to fixture wires and insulate with proper size wire nuts (not provided).
- Connect incoming ground wire (green or bare) to fixture ground wire (green or bare).
- Connect incoming common (white) white ro fixture common (white).
- Connect incoming hot (typically black) wire to fixture black wire.
• Replace J-box cover.
TRIM 
• Refer to lamp wattage label in the housing for approved lamps and corresponding trims.
• Make sure trim ring is in place on reflector.
• Attach reflector to socket assembly with (2) screws through keyslots (Fig. 4)
Fig. 4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (cont.)
TRIM 
• Push reflector with trim ring and socket housing through the hole in plaster frame until flush with ceiling.
• Spring clip tension can be adjusted by bending sping clip. (Fig. 5)
Fig. 5
BALLASTNOTE: Ballst should be replaced by a qualified electrician.
• Pull trim and drop the reflector from the frame (Fig. 5)
Fig. 3
• Remove socket housing from reflector.
• Remove J-box cover with ballast attached from J-box by pushing up on spring clip.
• Disconnect ballast from input wiring and lampholder leads (leads are terminated by wire nuts or push to
release connectors on the ballast).
• Replace ballast with a factory approved ballast.
• Reinstall ballast by reversing above procedure.