IOTA I-42-EM-J User Manual

I-42-EM-J

TBTS SERIES AC

10W–42W RAPID START

P.O. BOX 11846 TUCSON, AZ 85734

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www.iotaengineering.com

EMERGENCY LIGHTING EQUIPMENT

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 discon-

necting 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 PIN COMPACT LAMP

4. The I-42-EM-J 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-42-EM-J requires an unswitched A.C. power source of either 120 or 277 volts. Properly cap the unused
A.C. lead.

6. When the I-42-EM-J is installed on the same branch circuit, refer to Illustration 1, Figures A and B for input
wiring. When installed on separate branch circuits, refer to Illustration 1, Figures C and D for input wiring. Per
NEC, the I-42-EM-J and A.C. ballast must be on the same panel board.

7. Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.

8. The I-42-EM-J should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not readily be subjected to tamper
ing by unauthorized personnel.

9. T he I-42-EM-J will cold strike and operate one 10W through 42W, or two 10W through 18W, 4-pin Rapid Start
compact fluorescent lamps. Contact customer service for additional lamp usage.

10. The I-42-EM-J is compatible with most electronic A.C. ballasts (including multiple lamps) as follows:
Electronic ballasts – one or two lamp emergency operation.

11. Suitable for use in damp locations.

12. For use in 0

13. 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.

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

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

° C minumum, 50° C maximum ambient temperatures.

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

17. Lighting fixture manufacturers, electricians, and end-users need to ensure product system compatibility before
final installation.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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NOITAREPO

TELOIV

SDAEL

1

2

3

4

10W-18W

26W-42W

18W

One Lamp

One Lamp

Two Lamp

Two Lamp

Compact

Compact

Compact

Compact

Connected

Disconnected

Connected

Disconnected

10W-13W

5

6

7

18W

24W

36W

Long

Compact

Long

Compact

Long

Compact

One Lamp

One Lamp

One Lamp

Connected

Disconnected

Disconnected

CAUTION: Before installing, make certain the A.C. power is off and the
I-42-EM-J unit connector is disconnected.

1. LAMPS OPERATED

Refer to the chart below for the type of lamp(s) operated and the number of lamps to be operated in the emergency mode.

If you have any questions regarding specific lamps, contact Customer Service.

The 6″ violet leads provide the lamp selection option. The unit is shipped from the factory with the leads

disconnected and capped. When used with particular lamp types, violet leads should be connected to one anoth­er. Refer to chart for lamp selection options.

2. MOUNTING THE I-42-EM-J

When used with ceiling mounted downlight fixtures, the I-42-EM-J should be mounted on the fixture above the ceiling.

When battery packs are remote mounted, consult Customer Service for the maximum allowable distance between

the battery pack and the lamp.

3. MOUNTING THE THREADED BODY TEST SWITCH (TBTS)

Cut a single gang switch box into the ceiling tile adjacent to the fixture within reach of the I-42-EM-J flex. After

mounting the switch box, connect flex to the box and route all leads inside the box. Note proper polarity of TBTS
when installing. NOTE: for proper operation, use only the test accessories provided with the unit. See Page 1 of

the Instruction Manual.

4. WIRING

A. When the I-42-EM-J is installed on the same branch circuit, refer to Illustration 1, Figures A and B for

input wiring. When installed on separate branch circuits, refer to Illustration 1, Figures C and D for input wiring.
Per NEC, the I-42-EM-J and A.C. ballast must be on the same panel board.

B. The I-42-EM-J requires an unswitched A.C. power source of either 120 or 277 volts; therefore, when
used with switched fixtures, the I-42-EM-J input must be wired ahead of the switch. Refer to Illustration 1
for switched and unswitched fixture wiring diagrams.
C. Refer to the wiring diagrams on the back page for the proper wiring. For wiring diagrams of ballasts not shown,

consult our Customer Service.

5. 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.

6. COMPLETING INSTALLATION

When the installation is complete, switch the A.C. power on and join the I-42-EM-J unit connector.

INSURE WIRING IS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND LOCAL REGULATIONS.

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