Replacing a lighting bar

[beanie1]

I have just removed an old lighting bar with the intention of replacing it with a more modern version. The old item was wired through 1 x live (brown) and 2 joined neutral and no earth. The new item stipulates earthing - what are my options.

The new lighting bar is for 4 x 50w halogen bulbs - will this unit require a transformer and if so, what spec should I get

I would greatly appreciate your opinions

 

[RF Lighting]

what are my options.

Take the fitting back and buy a double insulated fitting, or have that part (or all) of the circuit rewired to include an earth.

The new lighting bar is for 4 x 50w halogen bulbs - will this unit require a transformer and if so, what spec should I get

What does it say in the instructions?

 

[beanie1]

Thanks for your help guys.

With regard to the instructions - they are basic at best and seem to be more comprehensive in Serbian and Romanian with English getting a very generic reference. There is no reference to transformers in the instructions that I can see, hence referring to this forum.

Thanks again for your help

 

[Steve]

What makes you think that it needs a transformer?

If the body is metal and the terminal blocks are exposed within the body, the body MUST be earthed. If you are in doubt, put a clear picture on here.

If it needs earthing, you NEED to return it to the shop, or have the circuit rewired.

 

[ColJack]

if it doesn't come with a transformer then it doesn't need one..