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I-40
TBTS SERIES D
EMERGENCY
P.O. BOX 11846 TUCSON, AZ 85734
(520) 294-3292 • FAX (520) 741-2837
www.iotaengineering.com
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. CAUTION – To prevent electrical shock, do not mate unit connector until installation is complete and A.C.
power is supplied to the unit.
2. CAUTION – This fixture provides more than one power supply output source. To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, disconnect both normal and emergency sources by turning off the A.C. branch circuit and by disconnecting the unit connector.
3. CAUTION – This is a sealed unit. The integral, high temperature Ni-Cad battery is not replaceable. Replace
the entire unit when necessary and recycle or dispose of the nickel cadmium battery properly.
4. DO NOT USE OUTDOORS - The I-40 is for use with grounded, UL Listed, damp location rated, indoor
fixtures. Not for use in heated air outlets or hazardous locations.
5. The I-40 requires an unswitched A.C. power source of either 120 or 277 volts. Properly cap the unused
A.C. lead.
6. The I-40 and A.C. ballast must be on the same branch circuit.
7. Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.
8. The I-40 should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not readily be subjected to tampering by
unauthorized personnel.
9. The I-40 will cold strike and operate one 2´ through 4´ (20-40W) instant start, rapid start, U shape or circline,
T8 through T12 fluorescent lamps, including energy saving and long compacts for 90 minutes at reduced light
output.
10. The I-40 is suitable for mounting in the ballast compartment or on top of the fixture. For top mount, order op-
tional mounting kit TMK-80. When used in conjunction with enclosed and gasketed fixtures, the I-40 is suitable
for mounting in the ballast compartment only.
11. The I-40 is compatible with all A.C. magnetic and electronic ballasts including multiple lamp ballasts with one
lamp operating in the emergency mode.
12. Suitable for use in damp locations and in enclosed and gasketed fixtures.
13. For use in 0° C minimum, 50° C maximum ambient temperatures.
14. The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
15. Do not use this equipment for other than intended use.
16. Install in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local regulations.
17. Installation and servicing should be performed by qualified personnel.
18. Lighting fixture manufacturers, electricians, and end-users need to ensure product system compatibility before
final installation.
LIGHTING EQUIPMENT
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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7/8" BUSHING
FIXTURE
BALLAST CHANNEL COVER
PLASTIC TUBE
TBTS
FIXTURE LENS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FIXTURE
TBTS
+ RED
LEAD
WHITE
LEAD
CAUTION: Before installing, make certain the A.C. power is off and the I-40 unit
connector is disconnected.
1. MOUNTING THE I-40
Remove the ballast channel cover. Mount the I-40 in the ballast channel at least 1/2″ away from the A.C. ballast(s).
When battery packs are remote mounted, consult Customer Service for the maximum allowable distance between
the battery pack and the lamp.
2. WIRING
Refer to the wiring diagrams on the back page for the appropriate wiring of lamp(s) and ballast. Install in accordance
with the National Electrical Code and local regulations. For additional wiring diagrams consult Customer Service.
3. INSTALLING THE THREADED BODY TEST SWITCH (TBTS)
Recessed Troffer Fixture – Select a convenient location with proper clearance in the ballast cover and drill or
punch a 7/8″ hole (1/2″ knockout). Insert the 7/8″ bushing into the hole. Push the plastic tube through the bushing.
Route the leads of the TBTS through the plastic tube. Connect the LED wires from the unit to the TBTS (Red/
Black or Red w/tag to Red, White/Red to White). Push the entire assembly back into the tube until the lens collar
rests against the plastic tube. The plastic tube should be adjusted so that the TBTS is within ¼″ of the fixture lens.
The TBTS must be visible after installation. Refer to Illustration 1.
Strip Fixture – Select a convenient location on the fixture so the TBTS can be seen after installation. Allow for
proper clearance inside the fixture and drill or punch a 1/2″ hole. Remove the nut from the TBTS. Push the TBTS
housing into the 1/2″ hole and secure with the nut. Connect the LED wires from the unit to the TBTS (Red/Black or
Red w/tag to Red, White/Red to White). Refer to Illustration 2.
Illustration 1 Recessed Troffer Fixture
I-40
Illustration 2 Strip Fixture
I-40
OBSERVE PROPER POLARITY
4. WIRING THE A.C. INPUT
A. The I-40 and A.C. ballast must be on the same branch circuit.
B. The I-40 requires an unswitched A.C. power source of either 120 or 277 volts. Select the proper voltage lead
and cap the unused lead.
C. When the I-40 is used with a switched fixture, the A.C. input to the I-40 must be connected ahead of the fixture
switch. Refer to Illustration 3 for switched and unswitched fixture wiring diagrams.
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5. BALLAST WIRING BLOCK DIAGRAM
BLACK
A.C. BALLAST
HOT A.C. LINE
WHT
WHITE
(120V) BLK
(277V) ORG
COMMON
Select proper voltage lead. Cap unused lead.
WHT/BLK
WHT/RED WHT
(+) RED/BLK
OR
RED W/TAG
(+) RED
TBTS
BLACK
A.C. BALLAST
HOT A.C. LINE
WHT
WHITE
(120V) BLK
(277V) ORG
COMMON
Select proper voltage lead. Cap unused lead.
WHT/BLK
WALL SWITCH
WHT/RED WHT
(+) RED/BLK
OR
RED W/TAG
(+) RED
TBTS
➀
➀
➀
➀
Illustration 3 Switched Fixture Unswitched Fixture
I-40
I-40
6. LABELS
Attach the appropriate labels adjacent to the TBTS. Annotate Re-lamping label for lamp type and wattage. The
Caution and the Re-lamping labels must be on the fixture in a readily visible location to anyone attempting to service the fixture.
7. COMPLETING INSTALLATION
When the installation is complete, switch the A.C. power on and join the I-40 unit connector.
OPERATION
Normal Mode – A.C. power is present. The A.C. ballast operates the fluorescent lamp(s) as intended. The I-40 is in the
standby charging mode. The TBTS will be lit providing a visual indication that the battery is being charged.
Emergency Mode – The A.C. power fails. The I-40 senses the A.C. power failure and automatically switches to the
Emergency Mode. One lamp is illuminated, at reduced output, for a minimum of 90 minutes. When the A.C. power is
restored, the I-40 switches the system back to the Normal Mode and resumes battery charging. See page 1 of the
Instruction Manual.
TESTING & MAINTENANCE
Pressing the red lens on the TBTS turns off the light on the TBTS and forces the unit into emergency mode, interrupting power to the designated A.C. ballast. The emergency lamp is now being lit by the I-40 unit. After releasing the
TBTS, the fixture returns to normal operation after a momentary delay. To simulate a “BLACK OUT” use the circuit
breaker to turn off A.C. power.
Initial Testing – Allow the unit to charge approximately 1 hour, then press the TBTS to conduct a short discharge test.
Allow a 24 hour charge before conducting a one hour test.
The I-40 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 TBTS is illuminated. Conduct a 30 second discharge test by depressing the TBTS. One lamp
should operate at reduced output.
Annually – Insure that the TBTS is illuminated. Conduct a full 11/2 hour discharge test. The unit should operate as
intended for the duration of the test.
“Written records of testing shall be kept by the owner for inspection by the authority having jurisdiction.”
SERVICING SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
Consult Customer Service or visit www.iotaengineering.com for current warranty information.
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TYPICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS
ONE LAMP RAPID START BALLAST
TWO LAMP RAPID START BALLAST
THREE LAMP RAPID START BALLAST
ONE LAMP INSTANT START BALLAST
TWO LAMP INSTANT START BALLAST
THREE LAMP INSTANT START BALLAST
FOUR LAMP INSTANT START BALLAST
TWO LAMP RAPID START BALLAST
For wiring diagrams of ballasts not shown, consult our Customer Service.
Wiring and Troubleshooting Tips are available on-line at http://www.iotaengineering.com/wiringtips.pdf
1. ONE LAMP RAPID START BALLAST
SWITCHED OR
UNSWITCHED
BLACK
WHITE
RED
RED
A.C.
Ballast
*LAMP
*AC / EMERGENCY
BLUE BLUE
BLUE
BLUE/WHT
RED/WHT
RED
YELLOW
CONNECTOR
COMMON
➁
UNIT
EMERGENCY
I-40
BALLAST
WHT/RED
TBTS / CHARGE
TBTS
INDICATOR
RED OR
RED/BLK (+)
➂
ORG (277V)
BLK (120V)
WHITE
WHT/BLK
LINE
➀
UNSWITCHED
COMMON
SELECT PROPER VOLTAGE
➀
LEAD. CAP UNUSED LEAD.
DO NOT MATE CONNECTOR UNTIL
➁
INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE AND
AC POWER IS SUPPLIED.
TEST ACCESSORY LEADS-REFER
➂
TO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR PROPER POLARITY WIRING.
2. TWO LAMP RAPID START BALLAST
SWITCHED OR
UNSWITCHED
LINE
➀
UNSWITCHED
COMMON
SELECT PROPER VOLTAGE
➀
LEAD. CAP UNUSED LEAD.
DO NOT MATE CONNECTOR UNTIL
➁
INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE AND
AC POWER IS SUPPLIED.
TEST ACCESSORY LEADS-
➂
REFER TO INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER
POLARITY WIRING.
YELLOW
YELLOW
BLACK
WHITE
A.C.
Ballast
LAMP
*LAMP
*AC / EMERGENCY
BLUE
BLUE
RED
RED
COMMON
BLUE
BLUE/WHT
RED/WHT
RED
YELLOW
CONNECTOR
➁
UNIT
EMERGENCY
BALLAST
I-40
WHT/RED
TBTS / CHARGE
TBTS
INDICATOR
RED OR
RED/BLK (+)
➂
ORG (277V)
BLK (120V)
WHITE
WHT/BLK
5. ONE LAMP INSTANT START BALLAST
SWITCHED OR
UNSWITCHED
LINE
ORG (277V)
➀
UNSWITCHED
BLK (120V)
WHITE
COMMON
WHT/BLK
SELECT PROPER VOLTAGE
➀
LEAD. CAP UNUSED LEAD.
DO NOT MATE CONNECTOR UNTIL
➁
INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE AND
AC POWER IS SUPPLIED.
CONNECT BLU/WHT AND RED/WHT
➂
WIRES TOGETHER
TEST ACCESSORY LEADS-
➃
REFER TO INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER
POLARITY WIRING.
A.C.
Ballast
*LAMP
*AC / EMERGENCY
BLUE BLUE
➂
BLUE/WHT
RED/WHT
RED
YELLOW
CONNECTOR
COMMON
➁
UNIT
EMERGENCY
I-40
BALLAST
WHT/RED
TBTS / CHARGE
TBTS
INDICATOR
RED OR
RED/BLK (+)
➃
BLACK
WHITE
RED
6. TWO LAMP INSTANT START BALLAST
SWITCHED OR
UNSWITCHED
LINE
➀
UNSWITCHED
COMMON
SELECT PROPER VOLTAGE
➀
LEAD. CAP UNUSED LEAD.
DO NOT MATE CONNECTOR UNTIL
➁
INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE AND
AC POWER IS SUPPLIED.
CONNECT BLU/WHT AND RED/WHT
➂
WIRES TOGETHER
TEST ACCESSORY LEADS-
➃
REFER TO INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER
POLARITY WIRING.
A.C.
Ballast
LAMP
*LAMP
*AC / EMERGENCY
BLUE
BLUE
BLACK
WHITE
RED
➂
COMMON
BLUE
BLUE/WHT
RED/WHT
RED
YELLOW
CONNECTOR
➁
UNIT
EMERGENCY
I-40
BALLAST
WHT/RED
TBTS / CHARGE
TBTS
INDICATOR
RED OR
RED/BLK (+)
➃
ORG (277V)
BLK (120V)
WHITE
WHT/BLK
3. TWO LAMP RAPID START BALLAST
BLACK
WHITE BLUE
A.C.
YELLOW
Ballast
YELLOW
LAMP
*LAMP
*AC / EMERGENCY
4. THREE LAMP RAPID START BALLAST
BLACK
WHITE
BLUE
A.C.
BLUE
Ballast
YELLOW
YELLOW
LAMP
*LAMP
LAMP
*AC / EMERGENCY
BLUE
RED
RED
BLUE/WHT
BLUE/WHT
RED
RED
BLUE/WHT
COMMON
BLUE/WHT
COMMON
BLUE
RED/WHT
RED
YELLOW
CONNECTOR
BLUE
RED/WHT
RED
YELLOW
➁
CONNECTOR
➁
UNIT
UNIT
EMERGENCY
I-40
BALLAST
WHT/RED
TBTS/CHARGE
TBTS
INDICATOR
EMERGENCY
I-40
BALLAST
WHT/RED
TBTS / CHARGE
TBTS
INDICATOR
RED OR
RED/BLK (+)
➂
ORG (277V)
BLK (120V)
WHITE
WHT/BLK
RED OR
RED/BLK (+)
3
ORG (277V)
BLK (120V)
WHITE
WHT/BLK
➀
➁
3
SWITCHED OR
UNSWITCHED
LINE
➀
UNSWITCHED
COMMON
SELECT PROPER VOLTAGE
➀
LEAD. CAP UNUSED LEAD.
DO NOT MATE CONNECTOR UNTIL
➁
INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE AND
AC POWER IS SUPPLIED.
TEST ACCESSORY LEADS-
➂
REFER TO INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER
POLARITY WIRING.
SWITCHED OR
UNSWITCHED
LINE
➀
UNSWITCHED
COMMON
SELECT PROPER VOLTAGE
LEAD. CAP UNUSED LEAD.
DO NOT MATE CONNECTOR UNTIL
INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE AND
AC POWER IS SUPPLIED.
TEST ACCESSORY LEADSREFER TO INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER
POLARITY WIRING.
7. THREE LAMP INSTANT START BALLAST
SWITCHED OR
UNSWITCHED
LINE
ORG (277V)
➀
UNSWITCHED
BLK (120V)
WHITE
COMMON
WHT/BLK
SELECT PROPER VOLTAGE
➀
LEAD. CAP UNUSED LEAD.
DO NOT MATE CONNECTOR UNTIL
➁
INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE AND
AC POWER IS SUPPLIED.
➂
CONNECT BLU/WHT AND RED/WHT
WIRES TOGETHER
TEST ACCESSORY LEADS-
➃
REFER TO INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER
POLARITY WIRING.
BLACK
WHITE
RED
A.C.
Ballast
LAMP
LAMP
*LAMP
*AC / EMERGENCY
BLUE
BLUE
BLUE
➂
BLUE/WHT
RED/WHT
YELLOW
COMMON
BLUE
RED
➁
UNIT
CONNECTOR
EMERGENCY
I-40
BALLAST
WHT/RED
TBTS / CHARGE
TBTS
INDICATOR
RED OR
RED/BLK (+)
➃
8. FOUR LAMP INSTANT START BALLAST
SWITCHED OR
UNSWITCHED
LINE
➀
UNSWITCHED
COMMON
SELECT PROPER VOLTAGE
➀
LEAD. CAP UNUSED LEAD.
DO NOT MATE CONNECTOR UNTIL
➁
INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE AND
AC POWER IS SUPPLIED.
➂
CONNECT BLU/WHT AND RED/WHT
WIRES TOGETHER
TEST ACCESSORY LEADS-
➃
REFER TO INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER
POLARITY WIRING.
YELLOW
YELLOW
BLACK
WHITE
A.C.
Ballast
LAMP
LAMP
LAMP
*LAMP
*AC / EMERGENCY
BLUE
BLUE
RED
RED
➂
BLUE
BLUE/WHT
RED/WHT
RED
YELLOW
CONNECTOR
COMMON
➁
UNIT
EMERGENCY
I-40
BALLAST
TBTS / CHARGE
TBTS
INDICATOR
RED OR
WHT/RED
➃
ORG (277V)
BLK (120V)
WHITE
WHT/BLK
RED/BLK (+)
Rev. 071513
68440-403
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