IOTA ILB-1826 User Manual

ILB-1826

LED

EMERGENCY

P.O. BOX 11846 TUCSON, AZ 85734

[phone] • FAX [phone]

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 full installation is complete and A.C.
power is supplied to the unit.

LIGHTING EQUIPMENT

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. Components are not replaceable. Replace the entire unit when necessary.

4. CAUTION – Installation and servicing should be performed by qualified personnel only. Do not open this
unit.

5. DO NOT USE OUTDOORS. The ILB-1826 is for use with grounded, UL Listed, damp location rated fixtures.
Not for use in heated air outlets or hazardous locations.

6. The ILB-1826 requires an unswitched A.C. power source of either 120 or 277 volts. Properly cap the unused
A.C. lead.

7. The ILB-1826 and LED driver must be on the same branch circuit.

8. Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.

9. The ILB-1826 should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not readily be subjected to tamper
ing by unauthorized personnel.

10. The ILB-1826 will supply up to 24 Watts for 90 minutes. Output current may vary depending on the ILB model.
Refer to model specifications for output current ratings.

11. The ILB-1826 is supplied with a 16.8VDC @ 2500mAh nominal battery (14 C cells of 2.5 Ahs).

12. Suitable for use in damp locations.

13. Acceptable operating temperatures are as follows:

Non-Cold Weather Battery Pack - For use in 32° F minimum, 131° F maximum ambient temperatures.
Cold Weather Battery Pack - For use in -4° F minimum, 131° F maximum ambient temperatures.

14. The ILB-1826 is compatible with most appropriately rated LED drivers, including LED drivers with multiple
LED arrays, with one LED array operating in the emergency mode.

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15. The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.

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

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

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

19. Do not disconnect DC power with AC power supplied. Always disconnect AC power first.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

7/8" BUSHING

FIXTURE

BALLAST CHANNEL COVER

PLASTIC TUBE

CHARGE INDICATOR
LIGHT

FIXTURE LENS

FIXTURE

CHARGE
INDICATOR
LIGHT

+ RED/BLK
OR RED LEAD

WHITE/RED

LEAD

+ RED

CAUTION: Before installing, make certain the A.C. power is off and the
ILB-1826 unit connector is disconnected.

1. LED LIGHT

The ILB-1826 is designed for use with LED arrays that operate up to 24 Watts.

2. MOUNTING THE ILB-1826

Remove the ballast/driver channel cover. Mount the ILB-1826 in the ballast/driver channel at least ½″ away from
the LED driver. The ILB-1826 may also be mounted on top of the fixture. The optional top mounting kit (Catalog

No. TMK-32) may be ordered separately from Customer Service.

When the ILB-1826 is remote mounted, consult Customer Service for the maximum allowable distance between

the ILB-1826 and the LED load. The maximum allowable distance of the ILB-1826 battery from the ILB-1826
electronics is 2 feet.

NOTE: The ILB-1826 is suitable for use in cold-weather applications only when connected to a cold-weath-

er battery pack.

3. WIRING

Refer to the wiring diagram on the back page for the appropriate wiring of the LED array and driver. Install in

accordance with the National Electrical Code and local regulations. For additional wiring diagrams consult Cus­tomer Service.

4. INSTALLING THE CHARGE INDICATOR

Recessed Fixture – Select a convenient location with proper clearance in the ballast/driver channel or ac-

cess cover and drill or punch a 7/8″ hole (½″ knockout). Insert the 7/8″ bushing into the hole. Push the plastic tube
through the bushing. Disconnect the leads from the Charge Indicator housing and route the leads down the
plastic tube. Reconnect the leads to the housing, observing the proper polarity (Red/Black or Red lead w/connec­tor to positive (+) red tab). 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 Charge Indicator is within ¼″ of the fixture lens. The Charge
Indicator must be visible after installation. Refer to Illustration 1.

Strip Fixture – Select a convenient location on the side of the fixture so the Charge Indicator can be seen

after installation. Allow for proper clearance inside the fixture and drill or punch a ½″ hole. Disconnect the leads
from the Charge Indicator housing. Push the Charge Indicator housing into the ½″ hole until it is firmly locked in
place. Reconnect the leads, observing proper polarity (Red/Black or Red lead w/connector to positive (+) red tab).

Refer to Illustration 2.

5. INSTALLING THE TEST SWITCH
The Test Switch should be mounted on the ballast/driver channel cover of a recessed troffer, or on the side of a

strip fixture, preferably adjacent to the Charge Indicator. Drill or punch a ½″ mounting hole.

Illustration 1: Recessed Troffer Fixture

Illustration 2 : Strip Fixture

ILB-1826

BALLAST/DRIVER
CHANNEL COVER

ILB-1826

OBSERVE PROPER POLARITY

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