
Assembly & Installation Instructions A147
For Semi-Flush Vortis Fixtures 12-3250F & 12-3252F Page 1 of 2
CAUTION: FAILURE TO INSTALL THIS FIXTURE PROPERLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. We recommend installation by a licensed electrician.
This product must be installed in accordance with applicable installation code(s), by a person familiar with the
construction and operation of the product and the hazards involved.*
Caution: Do not exceed maximum wattage noted on fixture. Use only recommended bulbs with fixture.
To Install Fixture (Figure 1)
Component Parts
A Ground Screw
B Cross Bar
C Threaded Stud (2)
Caution: Be sure power is off at the main breaker box prior to
installation.
1. Carefully unpack the fixture from the carton.
2. Thread studs (C) through appropriate holes in cross bar (B) to match
hole centers in canopy (D). Move ground screw (A) to another
available threaded hole if necessary.
3. Using two machine screws (not provided) fasten cross bar (B) to the
electric box using outer oval holes to orient fixture to desired
hanging position.
Note: A new electric box comes with screws. When replacing an
existing fixture, retain the screws for use with the new fixture.
5. Using suitable wire connectors (not provided); connect fixture wires
to supply wires (white to white and black to black). Connect all ground wires
to green ground screw (A).
Caution: Make sure wire connectors are twisted on securely, and no bare wire
is exposed.
6. Slide fixture canopy (D) over threaded studs and push firmly to ceiling, making
sure that no wires are pinched between fixture canopy and ceiling. Fasten with
barrel knobs (E). Be sure studs (C) are fully seated in barrel knobs (E).
D Canopy
E Barrel Knobs (2)
(Figure 1)
To Install Bulb
Component Parts
F Bulb Retainer
G Ballast
H Bulb
(Figure 2)
I Retainer Plate
J Screw (4)
1. Remove the retainer plate (I) by loosening and removing the four screws (J).
2. Plug connection from ballast (G) to four pin location on bulb (H).
3. Snap bulb (H) in to bulb retainer (F).
4. Replace the retainer plate (I) and the four screws (J) and tighten.
Hand-Forged, Vermont-Made Lighting and Accessories
P.O. Box 827, 154 Route 30 South, Castleton, Vermont 05735
(Figure 2)
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Assembly & Installation Instructions A147
For Semi-Flush Vortis Fixtures 12-3250F & 12-3252F Page 2 of 2
To Install Glass
Component Parts
K Fixture Assembly
L Fixture slot
M Glass
N Retainer Tab
O Glass Retainer
P Tensioning Screw
(Figure 3)
1. Remove glass retainer (O) from bottom of fixture by
removing tensioning screw (P) and turning the glass
retainer 45 degrees to allow it to drop out of the
bottom of the fixture.
2. Place glass (M) into glass retainer (O).
3. Lift glass (M) and glass retainer (O) up to fixture
assembly (K) aligning retainer tabs (N) with fixture
slots (L).
4. Lift so retainer tab (N) slips completely through
fixture slot (L).
(Figure 3)
5. Turn glass (M) and glass retainer (O) approximately
(Figure 3)
45 degrees so glass retainer stays in place.
6. Turn tensioning screw (P) to prevent glass retainer (O) to lift and possibly drop out of fixture assembly (K). Turn
until snug and glass retainer will not spin freely.
To Replace Ballast
The ballast in this fixture is replaceable without cutting wires.
Caution: Be sure power is off at the main breaker box
prior to replacing ballast.
(Figure 4)
1. Remove ballast from fixture by inserting a flat bladed
screwdriver behind tabs, located on the side of the
ballast adjacent to the mounting screws, and prying
outward.
2. Attach new ballast to fixture by aligning tabs
snapping it into place For replacement ballast
information, refer to the phone number printed on the
ballast case.
(Figure 4)
If you need further assistance, or find that you are missing any parts, please contact the dealer from which you purchased
this product. We hope you enjoy your fixture!
* Hubbardton Forge will not be liable for injury or damage caused by improper installation, lamping or use of this fixture.
Hand-Forged, Vermont-Made Lighting and Accessories
P.O. Box 827, 154 Route 30 South, Castleton, Vermont 05735
21183