IOTA EER User Manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL

EXIT SIGN

MODELS

EERA, EERB

P.O. BOX 11846 TUCSON, AZ 85734

[phone] • FAX [phone]

www.iotaengineering.com

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Installation and servicing should be performed by qualified personnel.

2. Install in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local regulations.

3. CAUTION – This fixture may provide more than one power supply output source. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, discon-
nect power by turning off the A.C. branch circuit, and follow the installation instructions in their proper sequence as outlined.

4. Not for use in heated air outlets or hazardous locations.

5. Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.

6. This unit may use a high-temperature Ni-Cad battery. Recycle or dispose of the nickel cadmium battery properly when replac­ing or removing this product.

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

8. When using conduit, use flexible conduit only.

9. The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition, void warranty, and
result in non-compliance with UL specifications.

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

11. This unit requires an unswitched A.C. power source of either 120 or 277 volts. Properly cap the unused A.C. lead.

12. Suitable for use in damp locations.

13. For use in 50° F minimum, 104° F maximum ( 10° - 40° C) ambient temperatures.

14. Allow battery (if present) 24 hours to charge before first use.

15. Electricians and end-users need to ensure proper operation before final installation.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Opening the Unit

Remove the front cover by inserting a screwdriver into the slot and lifting gently (see Fig. 1). Route the appropri-

ate leads through either the top hole for surface or wall mounting, or through the side for end mounting by remov­ing the hole plug. For component identification during installation, refer to Fig 2.

Fig. 1 Fig. 2

2. Mounting

Surface Ceiling and Wall Mounting (Fig. 3)

1) Attach crossbar to junction box, using screws if needed
(screws not provided).

2) Feed AC supply wires through canopy center hole.

3) Assemble canopy onto main body assembly with (2) screws
(provided) and make electrical connections (refer to Fig. 4).

4) If a battery is present, connect the battery connector and
re-attach the front cover.

5) Using the (2) screws provided, tighten the canopy to the
crossbar.

Surface End Mounting (Fig. 5)

1) Attach crossbar to junction box, using screws if needed
(screws not provided).

2) Feed AC supply wires through the center hole of the mounting
end cap and then through the canopy (refer to Fig. 5).

3) Assemble canopy onto main body assembly with (2) screws
(provided) and make electrical connections (refer to Fig. 4).

4) If a battery is present, connect the battery connector and re­attach the front cover.

5) Using the (2) screws provided, tighten the canopy to the
crossbar.

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

Fig. 5

3. Attaching Exit Panel

1) Gently insert Exit Panel into the main body assembly (see
Fig. 6). For single-face Exit Panels, make sure the panel is fac­ing the proper direction.

2) Carefully remove the chevron indicator film, leaving only the
desired directional chevrons (refer to Fig. 7).

3) The Exit Panel can be adjusted up to 180° in either direction
for optimal visibility (refer to Fig. 8).

Testing and Maintenance

Pressing the Test Button turns off the AC Indicator light and
forces the unit into emergency mode and activates the lamps.
After releasing the Test Button, the fixture returns to normal
operation.

Initial Testing – Allow the unit to charge approximately 1 hour,
then press the test switch to conduct a short discharge test. Al­low a 24 hour charge before conducting a one hour test.

This is a maintenance free unit, however, periodic inspection
and testing is required. NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, outlines the
following schedule:

Monthly – Insure that the AC indicator is illuminated. Conduct
a 30 second discharge test by depressing the Test Button. The
lamps on the unit should be lit.

Annually – Insure that the AC indicator is illuminated. Con­duct a full 11/2 hour discharge test. The unit should operate as
intended for the duration of the test.

Fig. 6 Fig. 7

Fig. 8

“Written records of testing shall be kept by the owner for inspection by the authority having jurisdiction.”

Contact Customer Service or visit www.iotaengineering.com for current warranty information.

68906-000 REV 1400

SERVICING SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

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