I am replacing my 120V pool light with a 12V bulb and a transformer (for a number of reasons, including safety). I'm using an Intermatic PX100 (listed pool light transformer). My question is whether the transformer must be hardwired (via a switch) to the 120V supply, or if I can put a proper 3-prong cord on the transformer and plug into a GFCI outlet?
The advantage of making it a plug is that I can use a cheap outdoor remote control, WiOn, or timer to control the light from the other side of the pool; I already have a fountain and landscape lights (on a separate transformer) plugged in like that. But if code frowns on a cord connection like that I will hard-wire it and look for a switch-replacement remote.
I can see concern that even with a GFCI outlet right there someone might plug it into an extension cord fed from an ungrounded or non-GFCI outlet somewhere else. Perhaps less of a concern with a 12V light, but I can't find any good code reference info either way?
The advantage of making it a plug is that I can use a cheap outdoor remote control, WiOn, or timer to control the light from the other side of the pool; I already have a fountain and landscape lights (on a separate transformer) plugged in like that. But if code frowns on a cord connection like that I will hard-wire it and look for a switch-replacement remote.
I can see concern that even with a GFCI outlet right there someone might plug it into an extension cord fed from an ungrounded or non-GFCI outlet somewhere else. Perhaps less of a concern with a 12V light, but I can't find any good code reference info either way?
