GE AM8, AM9 Installation Guide

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Lighting Solutions

Edison® IV /

Americana

GEH-5835

INSTRUCTIONS

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Luminaire

WARNING

Risk of electric shock

• Turn power off before servicing
– see instructions

GENERAL

This luminaire is designed for use in outdoor applica­tions and must adhere to 25° C Max ambient temperature
limitation. Install and maintain it according to the follow­ing recommendations.

CAUTION

Unit will fall if not installed properly

• Follow installation instructions

Caution: only globes equivalent in weight to those
of polycarbonate are recommended for use with
this fixture. If a heavier globe, such as glass is
used, it must be removed before swinging base
open to access photo control, ballast & etc.

These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equipment nor to provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection with installation, operation or
maintenance. Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise which are not covered sufficiently for the purchaser’s purposes, the matter should be referred
to GE Lighting Solutions.

WIRING

Make all electrical connections in accordance with

the National Electrical Code and any applicable

local code requirements

Verify that supply voltage is correct by comparing it

to nameplate.

IF SINGLE VOLTAGE:

All single voltage ballasts are pre-wired such that user
need only connect the supply conductors.

IF MULTIVOLT: (120/208/240/277 volts)

Connect the ballast lead with the insulated terminal to
the desired voltage terminal as indicated on the ballast
terminal nameplate.

IF MULTIWATT:

Multiwatt ballasts are available in various combinations
of wattage. See wiring instructions on wiring tag inside
the luminaire.

LAMPS

CAUTION

Risk of burn

• Allow lamp/fixture to cool before

handling

Use only lamps specified on nameplate. Observe

lamp manufacturer’s recommendations and restric-

tions on lamp operation, particularly ballast type,

burning position, etc.

LAMP TIGHTNESS: The lamp should be securely
inserted to NEMA-EEI specified torque of 35 inch­pounds, which is best achieved by very firmly tightening
to insure application of sufficient torque. Tightening
must be sufficient to fully depress and load center contact
of socket.

MAINTENANCE

Clean globe by washing with mild nonabrasive detergent
solution. Rinse with clean water.