Emergi-Lite ELX User Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (1

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AC & Self-Powered LED Exit Signs Installation Instruction

BACK MOUNTING - DIAG. 1

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

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INSTRUCTIONS

2. Do not use outdoors.

3. Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.

4. Do not let power cords touch hot surfaces.

5. Use caution when servicing batteries. Avoid possible shorting.

6. Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not readily be subjected to tampering by unauthorized personnel.

7. The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.

8. Do not use this equipment for other than intended use.

9. Before wiring to AC service, turn off AC power at fuse or circuit breaker.

10. Disconnect AC power and unplug battery before servicing.

11. When relamping, only use lamps specified in the fixture.

12. Battery in this unit may not be fully charged. After the AC service is supplied to unit, let the battery charge up for at least 24 hours before performing any tests.

SIDE MOUNTING - DIAG. 2

CEILING MOUNTING - DIAG. 3

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLAT

BACK MOUNTING - See diagram 1

1. Drill 1/4" holes into oblong knock outs on back plate (3) that

correspond to junction box (10) holes to be used.

2. Feed the transformer input leads through center hole and make the

proper connections. If using 120VAC, connect the black and white leads to the building utility. If using 347VAC , connect the red and white leads to the building utility. Cap off unused wire. If the unit is self-powered, be sure to snap battery connector together.

3. Feed excess wire into junction box and secure back plate (3) to

junction box (10).

4. Snap in arrows (5) on EXIT panel (2) as required. Then snap EXIT

panel (2) to housing, top first and then bottom.

ION

WIRING

120VAC

347VAC

INPUT

RED

WHITE

PARTS DESCRIPTION

1) Plastic housing

2) EXIT panel

3) Back plate

4) Mounting hole cover

5) Snap in directional arrow

BLACK

6) Red or green diffuser

7) Canopy

8) Canopy screws

9) Wire nuts

10) Junction box (building utility)

11) Crossbar

12) Crossbar screws (not provided)

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (

SIDE MOUNTING - See diagram 2

1. Attach crossbar (11) to junction box (10). Set the crossbar so that the longer blade is touching the junction box.

2. Open the EXIT housing. Feed the transformer input leads through side hole, being sure to secure wire into wire guides molded at the edges of the sign.

3. Attach sign to canopy (7) by inserting canopy into sign at an angle, then twist to secure.

4. Make the proper supply lead connections. If using 120VAC, connect the black and white leads to the building utility. If using 347VAC, connect the red and white leads to the building utility. Cap off unused wire. If the unit is self-powered, be sure to snap battery connector together.

5. Push excess wire into junction box and align holes in canopy (7) with those in crossbar(11).Using screws supplied, tighten canopy to crossbar so that canopy is securely fastened and tight against wall.

6. Snap in arrows ( 5 ) to EXIT panel ( 2 ) as required. Then snap EXIT panel (2) to housing, top first and then bottom.

ASSEMBLING CANOPY TO HOUSING

Insert canopy into housing at a 20 degree angle and twist. Quick snap is now firmly locked.

CAUTION

Trying to remove canopy after it is locked in place may cause damage.

CEILING MOUNTING - See diagram3

1. Attach crossbar (11) to junction box (10). Set the crossbar so that the longer blade is touching the junction box.

2. Open the EXIT housing. Feed the transformer input leads through top hole, being sure to secure wire into wire guides molded at the edges of the sign.

3. Attach sign to canopy by inserting canopy into sign at an angle, then twist to secure.

5. Push excess wire into junction box and align holes in canopy ( 7 ) with those in crossbar (11). Using screws supplied, tighten canopy to crossbar so that canopy is securely fastened and tight against ceiling.

6. Snap in arrows ( 5 ) to EXIT panel ( 2 ) as required.Then snap EXIT panel ( 2 ) to housing, top first and then bottom.

OPENING EXIT PANEL

Use flat blade screwdriver to

open. Insert screwdriver into the slot and gently pry off the

panel.

MANUAL TEST

1) Manual battery test switch

2) Red LED (indicates normal operation)

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CAUTION

Battery connector is shipped disconnected. It must be connected at installation.

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