AcuityBrands ELM2L 120V-347V) Emergency Lighting Unit Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- AcuityBrands
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AcuityBrands ELM2L 120V-347V) Emergency Lighting Unit
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! SAVE THESE
- INSTRUCTIONS AND DELIVERY TO OWNER AFTER INSTALLATION
- To reduce the risk of death, personal injury, or property damage from fire, electric shock, falling parts, cuts/abrasions, and other hazards please read all warnings and instructions included with and on the fixture box and all fixture labels.
- Before installing, servicing, or performing routine maintenance on this equipment, follow these general precautions. Installation and service of luminaires should be performed by a qualified licensed electrician.
- Maintenance of the luminaires should be performed by person(s) familiar With the luminaires’ construction and operation and any hazards involved. Regular fixture maintenance programs are recommended. lt will occasionally be necessary to clean the outside of the refractor/lens Frequency of cleaning will depend on ambient dirt level and minimum light output which is acceptable to user. Refractor/lens should be washed in a solution of warm water and any mild, non-abrasive household detergent, rinsed with clean water and wiped dry. Should optical assembly become dirty on the inside, wipe refractor/lens and clean in above manner, replacing damaged gaskets as necessary
- DO NOT INSTALL DAMAGED PRODUCTS! This luminaire has been properly packed so that no parts should have been damaged during transit. Inspect to confim. Any part damaged or broken during or after assembly should be replaced.
- Recycle : For information on how to recycle LED electronic products, please visit www.epa.gov.
- These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equipment nor to provide every possible contingency to meet in connection with installation, operation, or maintenance. Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise which are not covered suficiently for the purchaser’s or owner’s purposes, this matter should be referred to Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc.
WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
- Disconnect or turn off power before installation or servicing.
- Verify that supply voltage is correct by comparing it with the luminaire label information.
- Make all electrical and grounded connections in accordance with the
- National Electrical Code (NEC) and any applicable local code requirements.
- All wiring connections should be capped with UL approved recognized wire Connectors
CAUTION RISK OF INJURY
- Wear gloves and safety glasses at all times when removing luminaire from carton, installing, servicing or pertorming maintenance.
- Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.
WARNING RISK OF BURN
- Allow lamp/fixture to cool before handling. Donottouchenclosure or light source.
- Do not exceed the maximum wattage marked on the luminaire label.
- Followallmanufacturer’s warnings, recommendations, and restrictions for driver type, burning position, mounting locations/methods, replacement and recycling.
CAUTION RISK OF FIRE
- Keep combustible and other materials that can burn, away from the lamp/lens.
- Do not operate in close proximity to persons, combustible materials, or substances affected by heat or drying.
CAUTION: RISK OF PRODUCT DAMAGE
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Never connect components under load.
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Do not mount or support these fixtures in a manner that can cut the outer jacket or damaged wire insulation.
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Unless individual product specifications deem otherwise: Never connect an LED product to dimmer packs, occupancy sensors, timing devices, or other related control devices. LED fixtures must be powered directly off a switched circuit.
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Unless individual product specifications deem otherwise: Do not restrict fixture ventilation. Allow for some volume of airspace around the fixture.
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Avoid COvering LED fixtures with insulation, foam, or other material that will prevent convection or conduction cooling.
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Do not exceed fixture’s maximum ambient temperature Only use fixture in its intended location.
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LED products are Polarity Sensitive. Ensure proper Polarity before instalation.
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Electrostatic Discharge (ESD): ESD can damage LED fixtures. Personal grounding equipme
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Do not touch individual electrical components as this can cause ESD, shorten lamp life, or alter performance.
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Some components inside the fixture may not be serviceable. In the unlikely event your unit may require service, stop using the unit immediately and contact an ABL representative for assistance.
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Always read the fixtures complete installation instructions prior to installation for any additional fixture speciic wanings.
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Verify that power distribution system has proper grounding. Lack of proper earth ground can lead to fixture failure and may void the warranty. mustbewornduring all installation or servicing of the unit
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All luminaires that contain electronic devices that generate frequencies above 9kHz from any component within the luminaire comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Failure to follow any of these instructions could void product warranties.
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For a complete listing of product Terms and Conditions, please visit www.acuitybrands.com. Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. assumes no responsibility for claims arising out of improper or careless installation or handling of its products.
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ABL LED General Warnings, Form No. 503.203
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2010 Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. All rights reserved. 12/01/10
EMERGENCY LIGHTING UNIT
NOTE: Product versions that are certified in the CA Title 20 Appliance Efficiency Database are marked on the product label.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
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READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY OR
SIGNIFICANT PROPERTY DAMAGE – For your protection, read and follow these warnings and instructions carefully before installing or maintaining this equipment. -
These instructions do not attempt to cover all installation and maintenance situations. If you do not understand these instructions or additional information is required, contact Lithonia Lighting or your local Lithonia Lighting distributor.
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WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK – NEVER CONNECT TO, DISCONNECT FROM OR SERVICE WHILE EQUIPMENT IS ENERGIZED.
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WARNING: DO NOT USE ABRASIVE MATERIALS OR SOLVENTS. USE OF THESE SUBSTANCES MAY DAMAGE FIXTURE, WHICH MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
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WARNING: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY – This product may have sharp edges. Wear gloves to prevent cuts or abrasions when removing
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WARNING: The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Temperature range 50 °F -104 °F (10°C -40°C). Do not disassemble, heat above 70° C (158° F), or incinerate. Replace battery only as directed on the battery label and page 5 of these instructions. Use of unauthorized battery voids warranty and UL listing of this product and may present a risk of fire or explosion.
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Disconnect A.C. power before servicing.
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All servicing should be performed by qualified personnel.
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Consult your local building code for approved wiring and installation.
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Do not use outdoors unless used with Acuity Brands accessories appropriate to the application.
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Do not mount near gas or electric heater.
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Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not readily be subjected to tampering by unauthorized personnel.
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The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
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Do not use this equipment for other than intended use.
INSTALLATION and WIRING
- IMPORTANT : Provide each unit with a single-phase AC un-switched power supply from a circuit used for normal lighting.Operating voltage shown on table
- NOTE: The battery must be connected to the charger board prior to applying AC power to the unit. Battery damage may occur if the battery is connected longer than 24 hours without continuous AC power provided. See also “Important Battery Information.
- NOTE: The maximum mounting height of ELM2L from the ground is 11.7 feet, to meet the minimum illumination requirements of NFPA 101 (current Life Safety Code).
- NOTE: Do not connect the battery or power unit until remote units (if applicable) are fully connected and wires are isolated from other potentials (i.e. remote wires shall be isolated from earth ground).
JUNCTION BOX MOUNTING
- Some details shown below may vary
- On the mounting plate, remove the round center knockout and the desired pair of keyhole junction box knockouts.
- Route leads through the center opening and use code-approved connectors to make the connections. (See Wiring Diagram, page 3). Dress wires and connectors inside junction box. Units with Remote Lamp Wires: Connections to remotes wires should also occur in the junction box. If no remote lamps are connected, remote lamp leads (+ and – low voltage DC) should be left capped and dressed in mounting plate as shown. Junction boxes accommodated: 4” Square 4” Octagon 3-1/2” Round or Octagon Single Gang Box
- Taking care not to pinch wires or connectors dressed inside junction box, secure mounting plate to junction box screws.
NOTE: To ensure proper engagement of the mounting plate latches to the housing, DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE SCREWS.
CONDUIT SURFACE MOUNTING
NOTE: to avoid interference with components in the housing, use the most compact wire connectors appropriate to the wire gauge.
- At upper center of the mounting plate, remove the conduit connection knockout. Also remove at least three keyhole knockouts. Attach conduit and secure mounting plate to wall surface using fasteners with a minimum pullout rating of 30 lbs. each.
- See Wiring Diagram, page 3. Make code-approved wire connections to the AC power supply, and remote lamps (if applicable). Dress wires into slots so that the connectors are secured as shown in Figure 2 or Figure 3.
- Remove U-shaped knockout from top center of housing. Hint: Use a pair of wire cutters first to start a cut in the thick portion at each side of the knockout, then finish breaking it out with pliers.
FINAL ASSEMBLY
- Connect the polarized battery plug to the charger board. Make certain that the battery cable is routed to avoid interference with the AC input connector or other components.
- Housing attachment to mounting plate: Make certain all wires and connectors are routed to avoid interference with other components. Align latch openings on underside of housing with latch buttons on mounting plate. Firmly push housing straight onto mounting plate, making certain all four latches are fully engaged, and the housing is closely aligned to the mounting surface.
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Requirements: This device complies with FCC Title 47, Part 15, Subpart B. This device may not cause harmful interference
WIRING DIAGRAM
Battery Type | Total Load |
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NiCd | 2.4W |
LiFePO4 (LTP) | 4.8W |
TESTING and MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Emergency lighting systems should be tested in accordance with NFPA
101 or as often as local codes require, to ascertain that all components are
operational.
NOTE: Allow batteries to charge for 24 hours before initial testing.
Manual testing:
If the batteries are sufficiently charged, either press and release the “TEST”
button or use the RTKIT remote tester accessory, up to 40’ away for SDRT units
only) on the bottom of the unit to activate a 60-second test, during which the
lamps will turn on. Triggering either option a second time will enable a
90-minute tests indicated by 5 flashes of the lamps. Triggering either option
a third time will disable manual testing.
Self-Diagnostics (SDRT feature)
Units with this option automatically perform a 5-minute self-diagnostic test
of the charging electronics, battery, and lamps every 30 days, and a 90-minute
test every year, indicating system status as shown in the table at right.
First self test occurs after 15 days of continuous AC Power.
Postponing a self-test:
If an automatic self-test occurs at a time when it is not desirable for the
unit lamps to be on, it can be postponed for 8 hours either by pressing and
releasing the “TEST” button or by using RTKIT remote tester accessory, up to
40’ away).
Cancelling emergency operation:
Press and hold the “TEST” button for several seconds or deactivate using the
RTKIT remote tester accessory, up to 40’ away), during which the status
indicator will flash until the lamps turn off. This restores the AC Reset
state in which the unit is shipped.
Load-Learning feature:
Self-Diagnostic units automatically ‘learn’ their total connected lamp load
during the first scheduled self-test (~15 days). The load-learning process can
be initiated manually and should be initiated whenever the total connected
lamp load of the unit is changed, or potentially troubleshooting a lamp error
(unit indicates a lamp error yet all lamps are operating correctly) or a lamp
is replaced.
To clear the current load-learn, press and hold the “TEST” button for 7
seconds (count flashes), during this period the lamps will turn on. After 7
seconds, release the button, the lamps will turn off within 2 seconds
indicating load clear is complete. If lamps stay on longer, the load clear was
not successful and the process should be repeated. A new load learn will
automatically take place at the next discharge from a fully charge state
(solid green status indicator).
Clearing a failure indication:
After a failure condition has been corrected and power is restored to the
unit, clear the failure indication either by pressing the “TEST” button once
or by using the RTKIT (remote tester accessory, up to 40’ away).
IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION:
Batteries are perishable items. For best results, it is recommended that the
batteries receive an initial charge within the first twelve months of the
manufacture date of the fixture. In many cases, batteries beyond the initial
charge recommendation time frame will recover if fully charged soon after
installation. If such a battery does not recover after a full initial charge,
it should be replaced. The manufacture date can be found on the outside of the
unit packaging and on the product label as part of the Date Code / Series. The
first two digits in the date code represent the year and the second two digits
represent the month.
Unit Status Indications
The “TEST” button illuminates to indicate the following conditions:
Indication: | Status: |
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Off | Unit is off |
Flashing green | Unit is in Emergency operation or Test |
Solid amber | Battery is charging |
Solid green | Battery is fully charged |
Flashing R / G | Manual test, battery not fully charged (SDRT |
only)
1x red flashing| Battery failure (SDRT only)
2x red flashing| Lamp failure (SDRT only)
3x red flashing| Charger / electronics failure (SDRT only)
Flashing R/Amber| Unable to charge
Solid Red| Battery is disconnected
Remote Test (SDRT): (RTKIT sold separately)
Units with the self-diagnostics/remote test feature allows manual test
activation using a laser pointer. Aim the laser beam straight onto the
circular area labeled near the “TEST” button for a few moments to activate a
60-second test. (See also “Manual testing”) A test in progress may be
cancelled by aiming the beam at the test area again. NOTE: The remote tester
should not be used to initiate the Load Learning feature.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
- Unit features and battery details shown may vary. See also “Battery Connection.
- Disconnect battery from charger board. Release battery strap.
- Replace battery, secure the strap snugly, and reconnect to the charger board.
- Re-assemble the unit (see also step 5, page 3).
BATTERY HANDLING WARNINGS:
- Dispose of used batteries promptly.
- Keep away from children.
- Do not disassemble.
- Do not dispose of in fire.
LAMP REPLACEMENT
- Remove lamp bezel as shown
- Gently bend the snap at each side of the collar outward to release the lamp assembly. Cut wires near lamp board and strip back 1/4in. Connect stripped wires to the replacement lamp, following the yellow/blue polarity as marked.
- Replace the lamp assembly firmly under the snaps on the collar, making sure the lamp wires are not pinched. Replace the bezel.
CHARGER BOARD REPLACEMENT
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With the unit oriented as in the below view, flex the channel at the left end of the charger board outward to release and remove it. Unplug the battery and other connections. See “Lamp Replacement” above, to disconnect the lamp wires from the charger board.
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Connect the lamp wires to the new charger board, following the yellow/blue polarity as marked. Reconnect the battery and other components (if included). For insertion of PCB, insert right side of PCB first, followed by left side
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Make sure all wires are routed as before, so as not to interfere with proper assembly of the housing onto the mounting plate. Re-assemble the unit (see also step 5, page 3).
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LIFE SAFETY SOLUTIONS
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TEL: 800-705-SERV (7378)
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techsupport-emergency@acuitybrands.com
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Part # 912-00026-002
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Rev. F, 10/2021
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© Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. 2020
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All Rights Reserved.
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This document has been translated from English for ease of reading.
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If there is any inconsistency between the English text and this translation, the English text shall prevail.
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