HOLOPHANE Predator Medium Floodlight Wet Location Instruction Manual
- June 10, 2024
- HOLOPHANE
Table of Contents
- HOLOPHANE Predator Medium Floodlight Wet Location
- Predator Floodlight
- Product Usage Instructions
- Product Installation
- Alternate Information Sources
- IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- INTRODUCTION
- INSTALLATION
- Yoke Mount Installation
- MAINTENANCE
- OPTIONS OR ACCESSORIES
- Wire Guard Installation and Maintenance
- Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
HOLOPHANE Predator Medium Floodlight Wet Location
Predator Floodlight
Product Information
The Predator Floodlight is a wet location fixture suitable for use in outdoor environments. It has been designed and tested in accordance with UL1572 standards. The floodlight model is available in different sizes as shown in Figure 1 of the manual. The major components of the floodlight including the lamp, all electrical components, and the reflector can be accessed by opening the door. The reflector located within the housing can be replaced as needed to provide different light distributions.
Important Safety Instructions Read the instructions carefully before attempting to install or maintain the fixture. Work must be done by qualified personnel
- Ensure that all electrical power is disconnected from the fixture before installing or maintaining it
- Follow lamp manufacturer’s operating and maintenance instructions
- Do not attempt to repair or replace parts under unprotected conditions
Product Usage Instructions
The following tools and materials are required during installation of the Predator floodlight:
Description | Use |
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3/8 hex head socket wrench | Captive door screws |
3/4 hex head wrench | Yoke bolt |
1/2 hex head wrench | Box Mount |
9/16 hex head socket wrench | Knuckle fitter bolt and set screw |
Pliers | Cord grip (if applicable) |
Torque wrench (inch and foot lbs) | Captive door screws, set screws, and bolts |
Product Installation
Follow the Yoke Mount Installation instructions below:
- Bolt the yoke to the mounting structure using either two 3/8 bolts or one 1/2 grade 5 bolt. Tighten bolts securely (30-35 ft. lbs. for 3/8 bolts or 50-60 ft. lbs. for 1/2 bolt). These bolts are not provided.
- Loosen the captive door screws attaching the door to the housing. Open the door. See Figure 1 in the manual.
- Detach the power disconnect plug from the disconnect receptacle in the housing.
- If needed, remove the door by removing the cotter pin from the hinge pin and sliding the door hinge pins out of the housing.
Note: Use UL approved watertight power cord fittings (not provided) on all installations where fittings are required.
Alternate Information Sources
If additional questions arise relative to the Predator floodlight that this document or your supplier cannot answer please refer them to:
Holophane, Field Service Department, P.O. Box 3004, Newark, OH 43058-3004, 866-759-1577
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING-READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR
MAINTAIN THIS FIXTURE. WORK MUST BE DONE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING-BE CERTAIN THAT ALL ELECTRICAL POWER IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE
FIXTURE BEFORE INSTALLING OR MAINTAINING THE FIXTURE.
WARNING-FOLLOW LAMP MANUFACTURER’S OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN DEATH, INJURY OR SIGNIFICANT PROPERTY DAMAGE.
INTRODUCTION
Product Description
The Predator floodlights have been designed and tested in accordance with UL1572. These floodlights are suitable for use in wet locations.
- The floodlight model size is referred in Figure 1.
- Major components of the floodlight are identified in Figure 1.
- The Predator floodlights have been designed to allow permanent installation of the yoke or knuckle fitter or box mount and housing while still providing easy maintenance and repair.
- The lamp, all electrical components, and the reflector can be accessed by opening the door.
- Using a socket wrench, the door can be opened by loosening captive door screws.
- All electrical components and the lens are contained on the door and the door can be removed easily and without tools (once the captive door screws are loosened)
- Doors can be replaced as units and repaired in a shop under protected conditions.
- The reflector located within the housing can be replaced as needed. Different types of reflectors will provide different light distributions.
Alternate Information Sources
- If additional questions arise relative to the Predator floodlight that this document or your supplier cannot answer please refer them to:
- Holophane, Field Service Department
- P.O. Box 3004
- Newark, OH 43058-3004 866-759-1577
INSTALLATION
Tools and Materials Required
The following tools and materials are required during installation of the Predator floodlight:
Table 1. Installation Tools and Materials
DESCRIPTION USE
- 3/8″ hex head socket wrench Captive door screws
- 3/4″ hex head wrench Yoke bolt
- 1/2″ hex head wrench Box Mount
- 9/16 hex head socket wrench Knuckle fitter bolt and set screw
- Pliers Cord grip (if applicable)
- Torque wrench Captive door screws, set (inch and foot lbs) screws and bolts Wire nuts
Yoke Mount Installation
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Bolt the yoke to the mounting structure using either two 3/8″ bolts or one 1/2″ grade 5 bolt. Tighten bolts securely (30-35 ft. lbs. for 3/8″ bolts or 50-60 ft. lbs. for 1/2″ bolt). These bolts are not provided.
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Loosen the captive door screws attaching the door to the housing. Open the door. See Figure 1.
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Detach the power disconnect plug from the disconnect receptacle in the housing.
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If needed, remove the door by removing the cotter pin from the hinge pin and sliding the door hinge pins out of the housing.
NOTE POWER CORD FITTING
The threaded hole in the back of the housing is tapped for 1/2-14 NPT. -
Use UL approved watertight power cord fittings (not provided) on all installations where fittings are required.
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Remove clear protective cover and install watertight fitting. Tighten securely.
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Make all wiring connections in accordance with approved wiring methods. Ensure that all supply wires and supply wire connections are retained between the folds of the wire shield in the housing.
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If the door was removed as in 2.2.4 reinstalll the door by sliding the door hinge pins into the housing. Insert the cotter pin through the hinge pin.
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Insert the door disconnect plug into the disconnect receptacle in the housing.
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Securely install the proper lamp.
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Close the door. Thread the captive door screws into the housing. Tighten the captive door screws to 55 in. lbs. torque. This is required for watertight door seal.
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Aim the floodlight restricting mounting to + 90o from vertical lamp base down.
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Tighten the 1/2″ diameter yoke bolts securely (approx. 50 ft.lb. recommended).
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Energize the floodlight. Check its operation and for proper area illumination. Adjust the aiming point as needed but within the limits of the mounting restrictions.
Knuckle Fitter Mount Installation
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Slip the slip fitter of the knuckle fitter over the pole-top, tenon or pipe bracket. Lightly tighten all four set screws evenly against the pole-top, tenon or pipe bracket.
WARNING
DO NOT MOUNT THE KNUCKLE FITTER TO A TENON OR BRACKET THAT IS MORE THAN 30 DEGREES FROM VERTICAL. MOUNTING AT AN ANGLE GREATER THAN 30 DEGREES MAY RESULT IN DISENGAGEMENT OF THE FITTER AND RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. -
Loosen the captive door screws attaching the door to the housing. Open the door.
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Detach the power disconnect plug from the disconnect receptacle in the housing.
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If needed, remove the door by removing the cotter pin from the hinge pin and sliding the door hinge pins out of the housing.
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Make all wiring connections in accordance with approved wiring methods. Ensure that all supply wires and supply wire connections are retained between the folds of the wire shield in the housing.
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If the door was removed as in 2.3.4 reinstalll the door by sliding the door hinge pins into the housing. Insert the cotter pin through the hinge pin.
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Insert the door disconnect plug into the disconnect receptacle in the housing.
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Securely install the proper lamp.
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Close the door. Thread the captive door screws into the housing. Tighten the captive door screws to 55 in. lbs. torque. This is required for watertight door seal.
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Aim the floodlight restricting mounting to + 90o from vertical lamp base down.
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Tighten the 3/8″ diameter knuckle fitter bolt securely (approx. 16 ft.lb. recommended). Tighten (4) 3/8 set screws to 16 ft. lbs. See Figure 2.
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Energize the floodlight. Check its operation and for proper area illumination. Adjust the aiming point as needed but within the limits of the mounting restrictions.
Box Mount Installation
- Mount the thru-way box to the mounting structure using 3/8″ fasteners (not provided).
- Loosen the captive door screws attaching the door to the housing. Open the door.
- Detach the power disconnect plug from the disconnect receptacle in the housing.
- If needed, remove the door by removing the cotter pin from the hinge pin and sliding the door hinge pins out of the housing.
- Use UL approved watertight fittings (not provided) on all installation.
- Remove clear protective cover and install watertight fitting. Tighten securely.
- Mount unit to cast box with the four 5/16 hex bolts with lockwashers supplied. The steel reinforcing plate must be installed inside the housing as shown in Figure 3. Be sure to install the gasket between box and unit supplied. Tighten bolts securely (approximately 15 ft. lbs.)
- Make all wiring connections in accordance with approved wiring methods. Ensure that all supply wires and supply wire connections are retained between the folds of the fiber heat shield in the housing.
- If the door was removed as in 2.4.4, reinstall the door by sliding the door hinge pins into the housing. Insert the cotter pin through the hinge pin.
- Insert the door disconnect plug into the disconnect receptacle in the housing.
- Securely install the proper lamp type.
- Close the door. Thread the captive door screws into the housing. Tighten captive door screws to 55 in. lbs. torque. This is required for water tight door seal.
- Refer to the identification label on the unit for mounting restrictions.
- Energize the floodlight. Check its operation and for proper area illumination.
MAINTENANCE
Relamping and cleaning
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Deenergize the floodlight.
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Wipe off the exterior of floodlight to remove dirt or debris that could enter when the door is opened.
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Loosen the captive door screws attaching the door to the housing. Open the door.
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Remove the lamp.
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Securely install a proper new lamp.
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Wash both sides of the lens.
CAUTION
KEEP ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS DRY. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANSERS ON THE GLASS OR REFLECTOR. LOSS OF OPTICAL PERFORMANCE AND SUBSEQUENT GLASS BREAKAGE COULD RESULT. -
Check the condition of the door gasket and seal area on the housing. Ensure that no damage exists that could affect seal integrity.
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Check the interior of the housing and door for evidence of damage or potentially hazardous conditions.
WARNING
FOR REPLACEMENT OF ANY DAMAGED COMPONENTS, ESPECIALLY THOSE THAT MAY PREVENT THE PROPER SEALING OF THE FIXTURE (CONTACT HOLOPHANE FIELD SERVICE DEPARTMENT). FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SIGNIFICANT PROPERTY DAMAGE. -
Wipe the gasket and seal area clean with a clean, dry rag and ensure that no dirt or debris will prevent an adequate seal during closing.
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Close the door. Tighten the captive door screws to 55 in. lbs. torque. This is required for watertight door seal.
Door Replacement/Repair
- De-energize the floodlight.
- Wipe off the exterior of floodlight to remove dirt or debris that could enter when the door is opened.
- Loosen the captive door screws attaching the door to the housing. Open the door.
- Detach the power disconnect.
- Remove the cotter pin from the hinge pin.
- Slide the door hinge pins from the housing.
Electrical Component Replacement
Electrical components mounted on the door can be replaced as follows
- Tag electrical leads for use when installing the new components.
- Break electrical connections.
- Remove the attaching hardware and retain for reuse.
- Remove the electrical component.
- If needed during installation, remove any electrical or heat insulating components from the removed electrical component. Install them onto the new component.
- Place the new component into position.
- Install the attaching hardware. Tighten securely.
- Make electrical connections in accordance with wire tags and approved wiring practices.
Door Installation
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Slide the door hinge pins into the housing.
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Insert the cotter pin through the hinge pin.
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Insert the door disconnect plug into the disconnect receptacle in the housing.
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Check the condition of the door gasket and seal area on the housing. Ensure that no damage exists that could affect seal integrity.
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Check the interior of the housing and door for evidence of damage or potentially hazardous conditions.
WARNING
FOR REPLACEMENT OF ANY DAMAGED COMPONENTS, ESPECIALLY THOSE THAT MAY PREVENT THE PROPER SEALING OF THE FIXTURE (CONTACT HOLOPHANE FIELD SERVICE DEPARTMENT). FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SIGNIFICANT PROPERTY DAMAGE. -
Wipe the gasket and seal area clean with a clean, dry rag and ensure that no dirt or debris will prevent an adequate seal during closing.
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Close the door. Tighten the captive door screws to 55 in. lbs. torque. This is required for watertight door seal.
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Energize the floodlight. Check its operation and for proper area illumination.
OPTIONS OR ACCESSORIES
The following options or accessories may be present on your installation.
- Shield Installation and Maintenance. When installed, these limit the horizontal spread of emitted light.
- Remove the captive door screws from the side of the door. See Figure 4.
- Align the mounting hole in the shields with holes in the door. Place the shield on the side of the door.
- Insert the screw through the shield mounting holes and the door and thread into the housing. Tighten captive door screws to 55 in. lbs. torque. This is required for water tight door seal.
- Clean accumulated dust and dirt from door before relamping.
Visor Installation and Maintenance
When installed, the visor limits the vertical spread of emitted light.
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Attach the clips to the visor, one in the center and one on each corner at approximately the location of the holes. The visor goes into the narrow side of the clip. See Figure 5.
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Fasten the visor with the clips to the door assembly. A small screwdriver can be used to spread the leg of clips to start them over the cast rib on the door.
NOTE
Three 3/16″ diameter holes in visor can be used as a template if the installer chooses to drill holes through the casting rib and fasten the visor to the door with screws (not included). Screws are recommended in high wind and rough service areas. -
Clean accumulated dust and dirt from visor when relamping.
Wire Guard Installation and Maintenance
When installed, the wire guard helps protect the tempered glass lens from damage.
- Loosen the captive door screws. See Figure 6.
- Slide the mounting loops in the wire guard over all four screws.
- Tighten captive door screws to 55 in. lbs. torque. This is required for watertight door seal.
Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability
The Holophane limited warranty and limitation of liability is published in the “Terms and Conditions” section of the current Holophane buyer’s guide, and is available from your local Holophane sales representative.
Acuity Lighting Group, Inc.
- 214 Oakwood Ave., Newark, OH 43055
- IM-62-E 8/06 ã2006 Acuity Lighting Group Inc.
- Visit our web site at www.holophane.com
References
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