GE current GEXNLG15 LED Signage Lighting Tetra Contour Installation Guide
- October 26, 2023
- GE current
Table of Contents
GEXNLG15 LED Signage Lighting Tetra Contour
Installation Guide
GEXNLG15,/GERDXNLG15,/GEPOXNLG15,/GEYAXNLG15,
GELGXNLG15,/GEGLXNLG15,/GEBLXNLG15
WARNING
The light guide is made to use together with the light engine. Please ensure
you read the installation guide and warnings about the light engines before
installing them.
Preparation
- Remove the protective film from the light guide.
- Mark the light guide at the required length, adding 0.5 in. (13mm) for every 16 in. (406mm) to account for shrinkage during the forming process.
- Cut the light guide to the required length using a hacksaw, chop saw (cross-cut or veneer blade only), band saw, or other appropriate plastic cutting tool.
- Fill the entire light guide channel with the GEXNBA Silicone Bend-Aid(s) and press into place. Bend-Aid must be installed prior to heating and forming. The GEXNBA Silicone Bend-Aid is reusable.
WARNING
DO NOT heat and form the light guide with the light engine installed.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
This Class [A] RFLD complies with the Canadian standard ICES-005. Ce DEFR de
la classe [A] est conforme à la NMB-005 du Canada.
Heating and Forming
For large bends, use either an industrial oven or a heating blanket. For small bends, use a heat gun.
| Bend Type | Minimum Inside Bend Radius ® |
|---|---|
| Planar | 0.75 in. (19mm) |
| Inside Corner | 1 in. (25mm) |
| Outside Corner | 1½ in. (38mm) |
CAUTION
Avoid direct contact between hot materials and exposed skin or combustibles.
Use heat-resistant gloves while heating and/or handling any hot materials.
CAUTION
DO NOT use an open flame to heat the light guide.
Option A: Large Bends
Preheat the heating equipment to 300°F (149°C). Heat light guides for
approximately 6-15 minutes until soft and pliable. Bend the light guide over a
printed pattern, or routed template, or use free-forming. A clean flat
insulated surface (wood or laminated countertop) will help to prevent twisting
or bowing. See the chart above for minimum bend radius guidelines.
Option B: Small Bends
Part 1: Move the section back and forth while rotating about the diameter
until it is soft and pliable. Gently bend to the desired angle. It is
recommended to use a heat-deflecting shield to distribute the heat evenly.
Avoid localized overheating that may result in distortion or damage (i.e.
bubbling) of the light guide.
Part 2: The workable forming time is about 2–3 minutes. The light guide must remain in the desired position until completely cooled. See the chart above for minimum bend radius guidelines.
Allow the light guide to cool by natural convection or lightly forced cool air
(i.e. fan). Remove the Bend-Aids for reuse. In order to remove any minor
surface flaws, perform a light sanding using 400-grit sandpaper. Flared or
deformed ends can be trimmed. The light guide is now ready for light engine
installation.
NOTE: DO NOT remove the Bend-Aids until the light guide has completely
cooled.
NOTE: DO NOT subject heated light guide to freezing or quenching in
water.
If you have any questions about these instructions or your specific
application, please contact support at
[email protected].
For the latest install guides for your product go to:
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This product is intended solely for the use of non-residential signage
lighting and is not intended for use in any other applications.
Conforms to the following standards:
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All values are designed or typical values when measured under laboratory
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