GE current IND623 Surface Mount Edge-Lit LED Exit Sign Instruction Manual

: June 3, 2024
: GE current

Table of Contents

GE current IND623 Surface Mount Edge-Lit LED Exit Sign
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
WIRING DIAGRAMS
SUPPLEMENTAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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GE current IND623 Surface Mount Edge-Lit LED Exit Sign

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: The battery in this unit may not be fully charged. After electricity is connected to unit, let battery charge for at least 24 hours, then normal operation of this unit should take effect. To check, press the TEST button. The lamps on the unit should turn on.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

Consult local building code for approved wiring and installation.
Disconnect AC power before servicing and installation.
Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not use this equipment for anything other than its intended use.
The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer will void product listing and warranty and may cause an unsafe condition.
Any service on this equipment should be performed by qualified personnel only.
Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not be subject to tampering by unauthorized personnel.
Use caution when servicing batteries.
Cap unused wires with enclosed wire nuts or other approved methods.
Make sure wire terminations are secure and leads are properly tucked in appropriate wire channels.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Choose mounting configuration (end, top or back mount). Plug remaining holes with the appropriate color plugs.

Secure canopy bracket to ceiling or wall.
Open the housing cover.
Secure housing and canopy with screws (see mounting configuration).
Feed the AC input leads (red, black, white) through the housing and canopy’s center hole. Refrence wiring diagrams on back and connect AC input leads to AC power supply leads.
Secure canopy into canopy bracket with 1-1/2” long #8-32 screws, then insert battery terminal wire into the two-pin male connector.
Connect battery only after continuous AC power can be provided to the unit.
Snap housing cover into place.
Apply Chevron directional indicators as required. Remove application templates when finished.

INSTALLATION (END MOUNT)

Secure canopy to end plate of fixture using mounting holes C and E with (2) 3/4” # 10-24 screws (included).
Run connection wires through large hole between mounting holes C and D.
Make electrical connections and mount canopy to junction box (or spider plate if required) using the two recessed mounting holes and (2) 1-1/2” #8-32 screws (included).

INSTALLATION (TOP MOUNT)

Secure canopy to top of fixture using mounting hole A with 3/4” #8-32 screw and hex nut, and 1/2” center hole (between mounting holes Band C) with threaded nipple and hex nuts (included).
Run connection wires through the threaded nipple.
Make electrical connections and mount canopy to junction box (or spider plate if required) using the two recessed mounting holes and (2) 1-1/2” #8-32 screws (included).

INSTALLATION (BACK MOUNT)

Mount canopy to junction box (or spider plate if required) using the two recessed mounting holes and (2) 1-1/2” #8-32 screws.Run connection wires through large hole in center of canopy.
Secure fixture to canopy with (2) 3/4” #10-24 screws (included) by going directly into mounting holes A and C.
Make electrical connections.

TESTING

National Electric Code (NEC) and NFPA life safety code regulations require that routine tests need to be performed as listed below:
Once every month, the unit needs to be tested for duration of 30 seconds. Push in and hold the test switch to perform this test.
Once every 12 months, a full 90 minute (per UL requirements) test needs to be performed on the unit. Disconnect power to the unit and leave it in the emergency mode.
The lamps should stay ON for at least 90 minutes.

OPERATION

Apply AC power to the sign. The LED Indicator should turn RED.
After the battery has been left to charge for 2 hours, test the sign by pushing the switch. The LED indicator turns OFF and the sign should remain ON.
When the switch is released, the lamps turn OFF and the LED indicator turns back to RED.

MAINTENANCE

Caution: Always turn off AC power to the equipment before servicing. Servicing should be performed only by a qualified service technician.

Use only MANUFACTURER-supplied replacement parts.

BATTERY: The battery supplied in this equipment requires no maintenance. However, it should be tested periodically (see TESTING) and replaced when it no longer operates the connected fixtures for the duration of a 30-second or 90-minute test. The battery supplied in this equipment has a life expectancy of 5-7 years when used in a normal ambient temperature of 72°F.
OTHER: Clean exit panel with a non-abrasive cloth and cleaner when required.