Lightolier 100IFIC, 1101FIC User Manual

Instruction Sheet Number 1101FIC

Page 1 of 2 Installation Procedure for High Wattage Insulated Ceiling
Frame-In Kits 100IFIC, 1101FIC, 2001FIC

Read and understand these instructions before installing fixture.

This fixture is intended for installation in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local regulations. To assure full compliance with local codes and
regulations, check with your local electrical inspector before installation. To prevent electrical shock, turn off electricity at fuse box before proceeding.

Retain these instructions for maintenance reference.

New Construction

NOTE: I.C. Frame-In Kit may be used in direct contact with insulation.

Fig. A
Frame-In

Fig. B
Wire-In

Fig. C
Swing-Up

Fig. D
Close-In

Fig. E
Snap-On

Warning: Use Only With Lightolier Reflector Trims Marked With I.C. Lamping Information.

Use of Other Manufacturers’ Trims Voids the Underwriters Laboratories Listing and Could Constitute A Fire Hazard

1. FRAME-IN (Fig. A)

Locate fixture along joist and line up bottom edge of HINGED MOUNTING BAR
with the bottom of joist and fasten in place.

5 3/4" 2001FR
5 1/4" 1004ICX
5 5/8" 1101FIC

CENTER LINE OF

5 7/8" 2001FIC
6 3/8" 1001FIC
6" 1101FIC

APERTURE OPENING

Note: Integral nail version available

HINGED MOUNTING BAR

BEND AT HOLE

For suspended ceilings:

• Rotate HINGED BAR ENDS to position shown and fully extend bars.

• Crimp bottom of edge of CHANNEL to prevent rotation of
HINGED BAR ENDS.

• Bend NON-HINGED end of mounting bar at featured hole location and
extend out.

• Position notched area of MOUNTING BARS onto T-BAR and lock by
bending TAB underneath T-BAR BEAD as shown.

• For suspended ceiling, make cer tain that bottom of Mounting Frame is no
higher than 1" above ceiling line.

Fig. F
Push-Up

TAB

BEND AT TAB

For Joist Spacing Less Than 16" On Center (To 12 " On Center):

• MOUNTING BAR CHANNELS can be shor tened and used as nailing
legs in tight spaces. Simply remove INNER BAR from holed CHANNEL,
bend CHANNEL at appropriate point and use extra screw to secure it
to the joist. (Fig. G)

HINGED BAR ENDS

CHANNEL

T-BAR

TAB

Fig. G

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Instruction Sheet Number 1101FIC

REMOVE

INSE

RT

BALLAST WIRE
CONNECTORS

WIRE RELEASE
BLADE
(BY OTHERS)

WIRE RELEASE
SLOTS

Page 2 of 2 Installation Procedure for High Wattage Insulated Ceiling
Frame-In Kits 100IFIC, 1101FIC, 2001FIC

2. WIRE-IN (Fig. B)

Open hinged J-BOX COVER fully to its locked position (lift slightly to unlock).

Open hinged KNOCK OUT to allow NON-METALLIC CABLE to enter JUNCTION
BOX. Push CABLE through CLAMP.

Note: Wiring and connections must not be placed in JUNCTION BOX in a
manner which will interfere with the CLAMPS action to provide strain relief.

Wire to SUPPLY LEADS. WHITE FIXTURE LEAD to NEUTRAL SUPPLY LEAD.
BLACK FIXTURE LE AD to HOT (120V) SUPPLY LEAD. BARE FIXTURE WIRE to
SUPPLY GROUND. Use wirenuts (local hardware item). Place all electrical con­nections in the J-BOX and close the J-BOX COVER.

3. SWING-UP (Fig. C)

Extend MOUNTING BAR to reach opposite joist and fasten in place.
Adjust to desired position along MOUNTING BAR and lock in place using
LOCKING SCREW.

4. CLOSE-IN (Fig. D)

Install plasterboard or other dry type ceiling. Hole in board can be cut either
on the floor or after the board is secured to the ceiling using MOUNTING
FRAME opening as cut ting guide. Make sure spring clips are rotated out of
hole area to be cut, also making sure that socket and wiring are positioned
away from hole area. Spring clips can only be rotated counterclock wise. This
detail allows easy removal of reflector trim by rotating TRIM counterclock­wise and permits installing Reflector Trim tightly against the ceiling surface
by rotating trim clockwise af ter pushing Trim into ceiling.

5. AIRSEAL

Install a bead of silicone caulking compound between the ceiling opening and
edge of HOUSING. Housings are tested in accordance with ASTM E 283 (max
2 cfm @ 75 pa) and comply with WSEC & IECC when installed as instructed.

6. SNAP-ON (Fig. E)

Important - Insert SOCKET CUP in
neck of REFLECTOR making sure
SPRING TABS fully engage into SLOTS
in REFLECTOR.

7. PUSH-UP (Fig. F)

Push REFLECTOR TRIM straight up
until it is tight against ceiling.

8. BALLAST REPL ACEMENT

A qualified electrician must perform ballast replacement. Turn off power.
Remove reflector trim from luminaire. Remove fasteners that secure the bal­last to the housing. Remove ballast assembly through ceiling hole. Disconnect
all input wiring to the ballast. Release all wires from ballast wire connectors
by inserting small blade tool with insulated handle into wire release slots
(Figure H). Remove ballast and replace with new ballast. Rewire, see label on
ballast for wiring diagram then reassemble.

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INSTALLATION (optional)

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See Separate
Reflector Trim
Instruction
Sheets

HINGED KNOCK OUT

LOCKING SCREW

NON-METALLIC
SHEATHED CABLE
(12 OR 14 GAUGE ONLY)

CABLE CLAMP

DEFORM MATERIAL AT ANY
CORNER OF FRAME FOR ADDI­TIONAL LOCK IF NEEDED

Figure H

J-BOX COVER

JUNCTION BOX

U.S. and Foreign Patents Pending

Lightolier a Genlyte company www.lightolier.com

631 Airport Road, Fall River, MA 02720 • [phone] • Fax [phone]
We reserve the right to change details of design, materials and finish.
© 2007 Genlyte Group LLC • B0607