AFX HZC140SNMVT User Manual

CRC, HZC, SHC Multi-Volt Series

140 / 155 / 2240 Models

Safety Precautions

Read all safety precautions and installation instructions carefully
before installing or servicing this fixture. Failure to comply with
these instructions could result in potentially fatal electric shock
and/or property damage.

It is recommended that a qualified electrician perform all wiring. This
fixture must be wired in accordance with all national and local
electrical codes.

Do not handle any energized fixture or attempt to energize any
fixture with wet hands or while standing on a wet or damp surface or
in water.

Assembly Instructions

1. Preparing for installation

A. Disconnect electrical power before installing or

servicing any part of this fixture.

B. Carefully remove all components and sub-assemblies

from packaging.

C. Secure the gem bar (7)

to junction box (not
supplied) through oval
slots with #8-32 x 1
1/8” screws (8).

2.

Wiring.

This fixture is designed for use in a 110-277VAC, 60Hz fused circuit.
Do not use on a dimming circuit.

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, and to assure proper operation,
this fixture must be adequately grounded. To accomplish proper
grounding, there must be a separate ground wire (green) or bare metal
contact (metal conduit) between this fixture and the ground
connection of your main power supply panel. The green ground
screw location is clearly marked on the fixture housing.

This fixture is intended to be used for general indoor lighting in dry
or damp locations only.

B. Using wire connectors (provided), connect white

All wiring must take
place inside junction
box.

Caution: Make sure power is off

at fuse or circuit breaker box.
Check power wires for damage
or scrapes. If power supply wires
are within three inches of ballast
use wire suitable for at least 90C
(194F). Note: Most dwellings
built before 1985 have supply
wire rated to 60C. Consult a
qualified electrician before
installing.

A. This unit will not

operate properly unless
connected to a
“grounded” electrical circuit. Electrical shock, over
heating, low or no light output, and shortened lamp
life can result if proper grounding is not done.
Securely attach green (or green and yellow) wire to
green ground screw on gem bar with provided
hardware.

Limited Factory Warranty
American Fluorescent Corporation hereby warranty that this fixture is free from defects in materials and workmanship when installed and used under normal operating
conditions for a period of 2 years from date of purchase. This warranty covers all component parts and extends only to replacement of defective fixture or components;
it does not cover failure due to improper installation, misuse, mishandling or damage incurred in transit.

D.

Close-to-Ceiling Fluorescent Fixtures

supply wire to white ballast lead. Connect black hot
supply wire to black ballast lead. Do not mix wires.
Pull on each wire lead to make sure connections are
secure. Make certain no bare wires are exposed

outside of wire connectors.

3.

Fixture mounting.

A. Align mount holes in canopy

assembly (6) to #8-32 x 5/8
screws (9) in gem bar (7) and
secured in place with
thumbnuts (10).

B. Align keyholes in yoke

assembly (4) over screws in
canopy assembly (6). Twist to
lock, tighten screws.

C. Install appropriate lamp(s) (5)

(included) by inserting lamp
pins into lamp holder and press
until lamp snaps in place.

4. Diffuser installation

A. Place diffuser plate (3), where

applicable, inside diffuser (2).

B.

Align hole in diffuser with stem
on gem bar assembly (4).

C.

Thread finial (1), or diffuser
(CRC) onto stem. Turn finial /
diffuser clockwise until snug.
(To remove, turn finial /
diffuser counterclockwise until

loose.)
Restore power at fuse or circuit breaker box.

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