AFB BASICS Emergency Lighting Unit User Manual

AFB BASICS Emergency Lighting Unit

Specifications

• Product: Emergency Lighting Unit
• Manufacturer: Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc.
• Compliance: Part 15 of the FCC Rules
• Frequency: Above 9kHz
• Website: www.acuitybrands.com

Product Usage Instructions

Opening and Installation

• To open the unit, use a flat-head screwdriver to twist in the slots provided on each side and two on top of the unit.

Junction Box Mounting

1. Feed the supply leads through the junction box and prepare them to connect to the fixture leads.
2. Remove the round centre knockout and desired keyhole knockouts on the rear housing for wiring.
3. Apply silicone to seal the unit and prevent water ingress, including any open knockouts.

Warranty

• Using unauthorized batteries may void the product warranty and UL listing, leading to potential fire hazards or explosions.

FAQ

• Q: What should I do if I encounter a switched line application?
• A: For switched line applications, only connect the PEL unit(s) and avoid connecting any other switched products on the line to prevent issues.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND DELIVER 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 a person(s) familiar with the luminaires’ construction and operation and any hazards involved.
• Regular fixture maintenance programs are recommended.
• It will occasionally be necessary to clean the outside of the refractor/lens.
• The frequency of cleaning will depend on ambient dirt level and minimum light output which is acceptable to the user. The 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 the optical assembly become dirty on the inside, wipe the refractor/lens and clean in above manner, replacing damaged gaskets as necessary.
• DO NOT INSTALL DAMAGED PRODUCT! This luminaire has been properly packed so that no parts should have been damaged during transit. Inspect to confirm. 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 that are not covered sufficiently 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 the supply voltage is correct by comparing it with the luminaire label information.
• Make all electrical and grounded connections under 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 cartons, installing, servicing or performing maintenance.
• Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while it is on.

WARNING RISK OF BURN

• Allow lamp/fixture to cool before handling. Do not touch the enclosure or light source.
• Do not exceed the maximum wattage marked on the luminaire label.
• Follow all manufacturer’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 lamp/lens.
• Do not operate close to persons, combustible materials or substances affected by heat or drying.

CAUTION: RISK OF PRODUCT DAMAGE

• Never connect components under load.
• Do not mount or support these fixtures in a manner that can cut the outer jacket or damage wire insulation.
• 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.
• Unless individual product specifications deem otherwise: Do not restrict fixture ventilation. Allow for some volume of airspace around the fixture. Avoid covering LED fixtures with insulation, foam, or other material that will prevent convection or conduction cooling.
• Unless individual product specifications deem otherwise: Do not exceed fixtures’ maximum ambient temperature.
• Only use the fixture in its intended location.
• LED products are Polarity Sensitive. Ensure proper Polarity before installation.
• Electrostatic Discharge (ESD): ESD can damage LED fixtures. Personal grounding equipment must be worn during all installation or servicing of the unit.
• Do not touch individual electrical components as this can cause ESD, shorten lamp life, or alter performance.
• Some components inside the fixture may not be serviceable. In the unlikely event, that your unit may require service, stop using the unit immediately and contact an ABL representative for assistance.
• Always read the fixtures’ complete installation instructions before installation for any additional fixture-specific warnings.
• Verify that the power distribution system has proper grounding. Lack of proper earth ground can lead to fixture failure and may void the warranty.

FCC STATEMENT

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.

Failure to follow any of these instructions could void product warranties.
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.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

• When using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK – NEVER CONNECT TO, DISCONNECT FROM OR SERVICE WHILE EQUIPMENT IS ENERGIZED.
WARNING: DO NOT USE ABRASIVE MATERIALS OR SOLVENTS. USE OF THESE SUBSTANCES MAY DAMAGE FIXTURES, WHICH MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
WARNING: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY – This product may have sharp edges. Wear gloves to prevent cuts or abrasions when removing
from carton, handling, installing and maintaining this product.
WARNING: The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Temperature range 32 ° F -122 ° F (0°C – 50°C) with Non-CW units and -22 ° F -122 ° F (-30°C – 50°C) for CW units. Do not disassemble or heat above 70° C (158° F) or incinerate. Battery should not be used in an application where the temperature is lower than what is rated on the spec sheet. Replace the battery only as directed on the battery label and page 4 of these instructions. Use of an unauthorized battery voids the warranty and UL listing of this product and may present a risk of fire or explosion.

WARNING: For switched line applications only the PEL unit(s) shall be connected. No other switched products shall be connected to the switched leg.

• Disconnect A.C. power before servicing.
• All servicing should be performed by qualified personnel.
• Consult your local building code for approved wiring and installation.
• For use Outdoors. Failure to ensure conduit connections are properly protected against water ingress during installation may void the warranty.
• Do not mount near gas or electric heater.
• Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not readily be subjected to tampering by unauthorized personnel.
• The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
• Do not use this equipment for other than intended use.

INSTALLATION and WIRING

Provide each unit with a single-phase power supply from a 120 V through 347 V circuit used for normal lighting. The PEL option provides an additional switched input connection. If Switched Hot input is connected to a live wire, the lamps will always be illuminated, otherwise the Lamps will illuminate as a function of the photosensor.
PRODUCT DAMAGE WILL OCCUR IF THE RATED INPUT VOLTAGE IS EXCEEDED.
NOTE: The battery must be connected to the charger board before applying AC power to the unit. Battery damage may occur if the battery is connected for longer than 24 hours without continuous AC power provided. See also “Important Battery Information”, page NOTE To meet the minimum illumination requirements of NFPA 101 (current Life Safety Code), the maximum mounting height from the ground is 11.3 feet
NOTE: This unit should be mounted ONLY through a pair of the preformed keyholes onto a 4” “OCTAGON” junction box, or through a pair of the keyhole knockouts onto a 4” “SQUARE” junction box or using conduit entry.
OPENING THE UNIT

• Use a flat-head screwdriver, locate the slots, one on each side and two on top, and twist the screwdriver in each slot.

JUNCTION BOX MOUNTING

Images shown below may vary from the actual product-

1. Feed the supply leads through the junction box and prepare the lead ends to make connections to the fixture leads.
2. On the rear housing, remove the round centre knockout (1.2” diameter) and the desired pair of keyhole knockouts. Use knockouts instead of drilling holes to prevent metal shavings from entering the unit.
3. Route the supply leads through the knockout and attach them to the respective leads on the fixture. Attach the incoming ground wire to the unit ground wire.
4. Mount the rear housing on the junction box with suitable hardware (not supplied).

SURFACE CONDUIT MOUNTING
NOTE: to avoid interference with components in the housing, use the most compact wire connectors appropriate to the wire gauge.

1. PREPARING THE UNIT FOR CONDUIT
   Remove the conduit plug from inside. The unit is threaded to accept 1/2” NPT threads (14 TPI), which are common in rigid conduit and EMT connector products. Rigid conduit or EMT fittings can be directly threaded into the housing without the need for a locknut. For wet locations, use an approved wet location fitting.

2. BRANCH CIRCUIT WIRING
   The wiring compartment is sized for (3) incoming 12 AWG wires and (3) outgoing 12 AWG wires and common wire connectors. If your branch circuit is a larger AWG or you require a through-wire application, install the branch circuit raceway such that you do not have to pass the circuit through the fixture.

• A right-angle screwdriver may be required to break the plug from the paint.

FINAL ASSEMBLY

1. Ensure all wires and connectors are routed to avoid interference with other components. Line up the alignment pins (located at diagonally opposite corners of the front housing) with the mating receptacles (two on the rear housing).
2. To properly close the unit, it is important to push the cover straight onto the rear housing. If the pins are not aligned with the receptacles, the housing will not close properly. Make sure there are no gaps between the front and rear housings. If gap is present, open the unit and reinstall the front housing.

TESTING and MAINTENANCE

NOTE: Emergency lighting systems should be tested under
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.

Clearing a failure indication
To clear a failure indication, press the “TEST” button for 4 seconds, unit will reboot. Upon completion of rebooting, the unit will operate normally for 2 hours to support troubleshooting of the failure. After 2 hours, the unit will repeat the test that caused the failure to verify the failure has been corrected. A full charge battery condition will be required before the test will start.
Note: Older versions of this product only clear the failure after a 1-second button press and do not issue a retest. The operator should manually initiate a 90-minute test to validate failure has been corrected.
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) 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 90-minute tests indicated by 5 flashes of the lamps. Triggering either option a third time will disable manual testing.
Self-diagnostics (SD option)
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. The first 5-minute self-test occurs within 15 days of continuous AC Power and a fully charged battery.
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
While in emergency mode, press and hold the “TEST” button for several seconds or activate 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.

Caution
This equipment monitors the lamp load. If the loading is changed, the derangement signal requires calibration (referred to Load-Learning feature) to ensure proper operation.
Load-Learning feature
Self-diagnostic units automatically ‘learn’ their total connected lamp load during the first scheduled self-test (~15 days) or the first manual test after the battery is fully charged. The learned value can be cleared by pressing and holding the “TEST” button for 7 seconds (count green flashes only), during this period the lamps will turn on. After 7 seconds, release the button, the lamps will turn off within 2 seconds indicating the load clear function has been completed. If lamps stay on longer, load clear was not successful, and the process should be repeated. This manual load clear should be performed whenever the total connected lamp load of the unit is changed, or a lamp is replaced.
This feature automatically forces a load to learn and test to quickly prove the problem has been corrected. While this process is active, test switch functionality is disabled, and normal status indication will be interrupted by a short red blink every 2 seconds. The first step clears the load, the next step will wait for a full charge of the battery and force a 1-minute test to learn the new load. This full charge and 1 minute discharge are then repeated to validate that the problem has been corrected.
Note: Older versions of the product only perform a load clear and relearn the load on the next discharge from a full charge.
NOTE: The remote tester should not be used to initiate the load Learning feature.
Disable / Enable Scheduled Testing
The default state of and SDRT unit has scheduled testing enabled. To disable it, briefly press the “TEST” button to place the unit in a test state. While the lamps are on in Test mode, press the “TEST” button again holding it for 6 seconds (count green flashes only on status LED), then release the “TEST” button. The status indicator will then show 5 short amber flashes and the lamps will turn off. This amber flashing indicates disabling of future automatically-scheduled testing.
To re-enable scheduled testing, repeat the above procedure. The five short status indicator flashes will be green instead of amber to indicate that scheduled testing is now enabled. The next scheduled monthly test after re- enabling could take up to 30 days. The next scheduled annual test could take up to 360 days.
Note: Older versions of the product do not support this function.

Unit Status Indications
The “TEST” button illuminates to indicate the following conditions:

Normal indicators

with a short Red flash every 2 seconds

| Load Learn Feature has been executed see Load-Learning Feature on the previous page for description

Remote Test (SDRT – Optional): (RTKIT sold separately)
Units with the self-diagnostics/remote test feature allow manual test activation using a laser pointer. Aim the laser beam straight onto the circular area labelled 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

1. Disconnect the battery from the charger board. Remove the strap. Replace the battery and secure the strap,
2. Reconnect the new battery to the charger board.
3. Re-assemble unit.

BATTERY HANDLINGWARNINGS

• Dispose of used batteries promptly.
• Keep away from children.
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not dispose of it in the fire.

LIGHT ENGINE / LAMP ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT

1. Open the unit and disconnect all connectors from the charger board, unplug and remove the battery.
2. Remove screws from the plastic cover and main charge board and take them out. Carefully unplug the connector from the lamp assembly.
3. Remove the mounting screws from the bracket and remove the light engine assembly. Carefully unplug the connectors from the light engine and reconnect the connectors to the new light engine. Reinstall the light engine assembly and ensure that the lamp wires are not pinched.

CHARGER BOARD REPLACEMENT

1. Unplug and remove the battery and plastic cover from the housing.
2. Disconnect all connectors on the charger board.
3. Remove all the screws from charger board, replace the new charger board, and connect the connectors in the same orientation to the new charger board.

TEST SWITCH/STATUS LED BOARD REPLACEMENT
After the unit is opened disconnect the connector from the Test switch /Status LED board assembly, flex the snap at one side remove the Test switch/Status LED board from the plastic cover carefully. Replace the new Test switch/Status LED board and push the board towards the plastic cover carefully. Ensure that the board is properly assembled then connect the connector and close the unit.

WIRING DIAGRAM

Note: PEL units can not be configured to OEL in the field

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Requirements
This device complies with FCC Title 47, Part 15, Subpart B. This device does not cause harmful interference.

CONTACT

• LIFE SAFETY SOLUTIONS
• TEL: 800-705-SERV (7378) www.lithonia.com.
• techsupport-lighting@acuitybrands.com.

References

• Acuity Brands | Lighting, Controls, and Building Management Solutions
• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency | US EPA
• Lithonia Lighting® | Best Value in Lighting

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