Battery Backup LED Exit and Unit Combo Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
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Battery Backup LED Exit and Unit Combo
Product Specifications
- Product Name: Battery Backup LED Exit and Unit Combo
- Mounting: Surface mount or ceiling/left-side end mount
- Testing Requirements: Functional test every 30 days for a minimum of 30 seconds; annual test for 90 minutes
- Additional Features: Can be configured as a double-face sign
Installation Instructions
Surface Mount Installations
- Remove the retainer screw from the sign’s right side and set aside the side panel and mounting canopy.
- Remove the front cover and set aside.
- Remove the mounting hole at the top back plate and use the bushings provided.
- Energize the sign fixture with AC supply and adjust the lighting heads as needed.
Ceiling or Left-Side End Mount
- Follow steps 1-3 for the removal of panels and covers.
- For ceiling mount, insert pipe nipples through the frame’s mounting holes and secure the canopy into place.
- Connect the battery properly following polarity instructions.
- Energize the sign fixture, adjust lighting heads, and replace the glass and end panel.
Maintenance Instructions
Test the emergency lighting equipment as per NFPA 101 requirements. Keep
written records of testing for inspection.
General Information
The sign may include an extra face plate and Red lens for double face
configuration. Replace back plate with extra face plate if needed.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
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Q: How often should the emergency lighting equipment be tested?
A: Functional test every 30 days for a minimum of 30 seconds and annually for a full 90-minute duration. -
Q: Can the sign be configured as a double face sign?
A: Yes, the sign may come with an extra face plate and Red lens for this purpose.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING : RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK – NEVER CONNECT 10, DISCONNECT FROM, OR
SERVICE WHILE EQUIPMENT IS ENERGIZED.
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.
WARNING : RISK OF FIRE – Lamps are hot. Keep combustible material away
from hot parts. Observe lamp manufacture’s warnings, recommendations and
restrictions on lamp operation and maintenance. Make sure lamps are correctly
installed.
- All service shall be performed by qualified service personnel. This product must be installed and maintained by the applicable installation codes by a person familiar with the construction operation of the product and the hazards involved.
- This product must be installed by the applicable installation codes and ordinances.
- Before wiring to the power supply, turn off the electricity at fuse or circuit breaker.
- Disconnect A.C. power and unplug the battery before servicing.
- Consult your local building code for approved wiring and installation.
- May be used outdoors under cover (20°C – 50°C)
- Do not let power supply cord touch hot surfaces.
- 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.
- The AC voltage rating of this equipment is specified on the product label. Do not connect equipment to any other voltage.
SURFACE MOUNT INSTALLATIONS
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Remove the retainer screw from right side of the sign. Remove the side panel and mounting canopy, set aside.
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Remove the retainer screw from the front cover of the unit. Remove the front cover and set aside.
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Remove 7/8″ DIA KO mounting hole located at the top portion of back plate. Use bushings provided to protect wires from metal edge. Install mounting pan and cable tie to back plate. Secure wires using cable tie. Feed wires through 7/8″ DIA KO bushing.
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Adhering to National, State and Local codes, make wiring connections. For 120V, use black and white wires and for 277V, use red/orange and white wires. WARNING: Properly insulate the unused leads with wire nuts (provided) or other approved methods.
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Push wire connections into the J-box.
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Mount sign equipment securely in place on the wall. Two additional “Key Hole” mounting holes are located at the top of the unit housing in addition to the j-box mounting holes. These two additional mounting slot holes must be used. Additional chain support may be required by local codes.
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Carefully replace the glass into the sign frame channel and replace end panel and retainer screw.
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Connect battery in unit by connecting the Red (+) lead from the PC board assembly to the positive (+) terminal on the battery and the Black (-) lead from PC board assembly to the negative (-) battery terminal.
CAUTION : Observe polarity. Failure to connect the battery properly will result in equipment failure and an unsafe condition. NOTE: Emergency lights will NOT come ON at this time. -
Replace and secure the front cover.
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Energize the sign fixture with AC supply. The charge indicator lights will illuminate.
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Adjust and focus the lighting heads as required.
CEILING OR LEFT-SIDE END MOUNT
Note : Cannot be right-side end-mounted
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Remove the retainer screw from the right side of the sign. Remove the side panel and mounting canopy, set them aside.
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Remove the retainer screw from the front cover of the unit. Remove the front cover and set aside.
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Remove both 7/8″ DIA KO mounting hole located on the frame. For ceiling mount, knock-out mounting holes will be located on top of the frame. For the left-side wall mount, knock-out mounting holes will be located on the Vside of the frame.
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Thread 7/8″ nuts (2 required, provided by others) onto 7/8″ pipe nipples (2 required, provided by others). Slide pipe nipples through canopy holes.
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Place screws (provided) in holes on the canopy.
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Route wires through knockouts in a Unit frame (ceiling mount) or in the EXIT frame (side mount), pipe nuts and metal mounting plate.
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Adhering to National, State and Local codes, make wiring connections. For 120V, use black and white wires and for 277V, use red/orange and white wires. WARNING: Properly insulate the unused leads with wire nuts (provided) or other approved methods.
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Push wire connections into the J-box. Secure mounting plate to J-box (hardware not included).
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Secure the canopy to the steel mounting plate with screws installed in step 5.
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Place pipe nipples through the mounting holes of the frame until the canopy is touching the frame. Thread a second nut (provided by others) onto each of the pipe nipples on the inside of the housing and lock the canopy into place. Once canopy is locked into position there will not be any side-to-side movement on the canopy.
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Carefully replace the glass into the sign frame channel and replace end panel and retainer screw.
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Connect the battery in unit by connecting the Red (+) lead from the PC board assembly to the positive (+) terminal on the battery and the Black (-) lead from PC board assembly to the negative (-) battery terminal.
CAUTION : Observe polarity. Failure to connect the battery properly will result in equipment failure and an unsafe condition. NOTE: Emergency lights will NOT come ON at this time. -
Replace and secure the front cover.
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Energize the sign fixture with AC supply. The charge indicator lights will illuminate.
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Adjust and focus the lighting heads as required.
GENERAL:
This sign may be shipped with an extra face plate and Red lens to make the
sign double-face. Replace the back plate with the extra face plate and lens at
the start of the installation process, if the application calls for a double
face sign.
OPERATION
- EXIT – LED lamps will stay on in AC mode and remain on in Emergency mode. To perform test, press test switch.
- LAMP HEADS – To test the equipment, depress the TEST switch. The charge (LED) indicator will turn OFF and the emergency lights will illuminate. CAUTION: This equipment is furnished with a sophisticated solid state transfer switch which will automatically disconnect the emergency lights from the battery if the battery has been discharged to the end of its useful output. After test, the automatic charger will return into action, charging the battery and trying to maintain it at a fully charged state. NOTE : Allow the battery to charge for a minimum of 24 hours after installation or after a power failure before conducting a 90-minute test.
TESTING
NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code) requires that all emergency lighting equipment be
functionally tested every 30 days for a minimum of 30 seconds and tested
annually for a full 90-minute duration. Written records of the testing are to
be kept for examination by the authority having jurisdiction.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Does not operate in emergency mode and:
- If the charger indicator light is OFF – Check that the circuit breaker for AC supply is ON.
- If the charger indicator light is ON – Check that the battery is properly connected.
- Emergency lights are dim – Implies the battery might not be fully charged. Allow the battery to recharge for 24 hours and then re-test.
MAINTENANCE:
- CAUTION : Always turn OFF AC power to the equipment before servicing. Servicing should be performed only by a qualified service technician. Only manufacturer-supplied or APPROVED replacement parts must be used.
- BATTERY : The battery supplied with the equipment requires ZERO maintenance. However, it should be tested periodically (see TESTING section) and replaced when it no longer operates the connected fixtures for the complete duration of a 30-second or 90-minute test. It has a life expectancy of 5-7 years when used in a normal ambient temperature of 72°F.
- LED LAMP BOARD : When relamping, only use LED light sources specified. Using other LED light sources may result in transformer damage or unsafe conditions.
- OTHER : Clean lenses and replace lamp as, and when, required.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: When using electrical equipment, always adhere to basic
safety precautions including the following:
Wiring Diagram
NOTE : Unused input leads must be properly insulated with wire nuts or other approved methods.