Acuity Brands TCU LED Steel Emergency Unit Instruction Manual

Acuity Brands TCU LED Steel Emergency Unit

Product Specifications

• Product Name: Lithonia Lighting TCU LED Steel Emergency Unit
• Model: TCU
• Material: Steel
• Power Source : Electric
• Operating Frequency: >9kHz
• Compliance: Part 15 of FCC Rules

Product Usage Instructions

Installation:

1. Remove the front cover by removing two side screws, and slide cover up to remove.
2. To mount to a junction box, knock out the appropriate mounting pattern and the wire pass hole in the backplate to fit the J-box being used.
3. To mount using conduit, attach the backplate to the wall in the desired location using the keyhole knockouts. Attach a conduit hub to desired conduit mount holes on the backplate.

Maintenance:
Regularly check for any signs of damage or wear on the unit. Clean the unit as needed with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any abrasive cleaners or solvents.

FAQ

• What should I do if the status LED is not functioning?
  If the status LED is not working, first check the power source and connections. If the issue persists, contact LITHONIA LIGHTING or your local distributor for assistance.

• Can I replace the lamps with different types?
  It is recommended to only use lamps that are compatible with the unit as specified by the manufacturer. Using incompatible lamps may pose a risk of fire or damage to the product.

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 upon 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 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. Frequency of cleaning will depend on ambient dirt level and minimum light output which is acceptable to user. 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 optical assembly become dirty on the inside, wipe 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 which 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 supply voltage is correct by comparing it with the luminaire label information.
• Make all electrical and grounded connections in accordance with 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 carton, 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 enclosure or light source.
• Do not exceed maximum wattage marked on 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 in close proximity 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 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 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 your unit may require service, stop using the unit immediately and contact an ABL representative for assistance.
• Always read the fixtures complete installation instructions prior to installation for any additional fixture specific warnings.
• Verify that power distribution system has proper grounding. Lack of proper earth ground can lead to fixture failure and may void warranty.
  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.
  ABL LED General Warnings, Form No. 503.203
  © 2010 Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. All rights reserved. 12/01/10

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 donot 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 FIXTURE, 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: RISK OF FIRE. Lamps are hot. Keep combustible material away from hot parts. Observe lamp manufacturer’s warnings, recommendations and restrictions on lamp operation and maintenance. Make sure lamps are correctly installed.

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

  • Do not use outdoors. Suitable for use in damp location 32°F – 104°F (0°C – 40°C).
  • Consult local building code for approved wiring and installation.
  • Disconnect A.C. power before servicing and installation.
  • Do not mount near gas or electric heater.
  • Do not use this equipment for other than intended use.
  • The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
  • All servicing 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.
  • Make sure wire terminations are secure and leads are properly tucked in appropriate wire channels.

• IMPORTANT: Provide each unit with a single-phase AC un-switched power supply from a circuit used for normal lighting.
  “UVOLT” product versions operate from 120 volts through 347 volts. PRODUCT DAMAGE WILL OCCUR IF THE RATED INPUT VOLTAGE IS EXCEEDED.

• NOTE: The battery must be connected to the charger board prior to applying AC power to the unit. Battery damage may occur if the battery is connected longer than 24 hours without continuous AC power provided. See also “Important Battery Information”.

• NOTE: The maximum mounting height of TCU 350L from ground is 17.1 feet, TCU 750L and TCU 750L HO from ground is 25.4 feet to meet the minimum illumination requirements of NFPA 101 (current Life Safety Code).

• NOTE: Do not connect battery or power unit until remote units (if applicable) are fully connected and wires are isolated from other potentials (i.e. remote wires shall be isolated from earth ground).

• NOTE: Supports 4” Square, 4” Octagon or a single rectangular (4”x 2.125”) J-Box.

INSTALLATION

1. Remove the front cover by removing two side screws, and slide cover up to remove (See Fig. A). NOTE: for side mounting of lamp heads see section Side Mounting Lamp heads.
2. To mount to a junction box, knock out the appropriate mounting pattern and the wire pass hole in the backplate to fit the
3. box being used .
4. To mount using conduit, mount the backplate to the wall in the desired location using the keyhole knockouts (See Fig. B). Attach a conduit hub to desired conduit mount holes on the backplate. An additional screw may be required at the lower end to pull the unit back into the wall as visible from the bottom of the unit.
5. Use code-approved connectors to make the connection inside the unit. Connect the hot wire to the red lead. Connect neutral wire to the white lead. The ground wire (green lead) needs to be connected in accordance with the local codes. DO NOT energize the circuit at this time (See Wiring Diagram). For Units with Remote Lamp Wires: Connect remote wires to the remote output. The yellow wire is the positive remote wire and blue is the negative (See Wiring Diagram). If no remote lamps are connected, remote lamp leads (+ and – low voltage DC) should be capped and dressed in mounting plate to prevent shorting to circuit board, housing or each other.
6. Connect the battery to the main board. Refer to the wiring diagram below.
7. Replace the unit cover onto housing and torque screws to 10.6 in-lbs (1.2Nm) to ensure grounding of front cover.
8. Energize the unit with AC supply. The charge indicator will illuminate. Allow battery to charge for 24 hours before initial testing.
9. Adjust and focus the lighting heads as required.

OPERATION

1.  To test the equipment, depress the TEST switch, the emergency lights will illuminate.
2. Once you release the TEST switch the emergency lights will turn OFF and the LED indicator will illuminate green for charging.
3. The charger board will continue charging the battery to maintain a fully charged state.
   NOTE: Allow the battery to charge for a minimum of 24 hrs after installation or after a power failure before conducting a 90-minute test.
   NOTE: 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.

MAINTENANCE

• CAUTION: Always turn OFF AC power to the equipment before servicing. Operator should disconnect battery if the lamps are on to remove power from lampheads before service lampheads. 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 this unit requires ZERO maintenance. However, it should be tested periodically and replace when it no longer operates the connected fixtures for complete duration of a monthly 30-second or annual 90-minute test.
• NFPA 101 (current 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 full 90-minute duration. Written records of the testing are to be kept for examination by the authority having jurisdiction.

TROUBLESHOOTING

1. The emergency lights DO NOT operate:
   • If the charge indicator light is OFF — Check that the circuit breaker and validate the AC supply voltage is present.
   • If the charge indicator light is Red – Check that the battery is properly connected.
2. If remote lamps are connected to the equipment and are not working:
   • Turn OFF the AC supply, disconnect battery and disconnect the remote circuit wires from the equipment.
   • Turn ON the AC supply, reconnect battery and depress the test switch.
   • If the local lamps (mounted on the equipment itself) come ON, then check the remote circuit for short or overload condition and correct as required. Reconnect the circuit wires and restore AC power and battery connection.
   • If the local lamps don’t turn ON after disconnecting the remote circuit wires, then replace battery.
   • If the previous step does not resolve the problem, unit may need to be replaced.
3. Emergency lights are dim-implies battery might not be fully charged. Allow battery to recharge for 24 hours and then re-test.

Wiring Diagram

TCU 350L & TCU 750L HO (Remote Support)

TCU 750L (Non-HO / No Remote Support)

Remote Loading Limits

Side Mounting Lampheads

Caution: You may have restricted aiming in a side mount application due to the lampheads hitting the wall. Rotation downward is not limited; side rotation is very limited.

1. Ensure AC power to the unit is disabled.
2. Remove the front cover by removing two side screws, and slide cover up to remove (See Fig. A).
3. Disconnect the battery from the main board to ensure all power is removed from the PCB.
4. Disconnect the lamphead wires from the main board.
5. Remove the nut and washers connecting the lampheads to the main housing.
6. Pull the lampheads and wiring out through the main housing.
7. Using a hammer and a punch, carefully knockout the small double D size holes on the side of the main housing to mount the lampheads. Punch holes from the outside in.
8. Route the wire and the lamphead through the knockout orienting lamphead in the double D hole to give you the desired aiming.
9. Slide the washer and nut into position and secure the lamphead to the main housing. Torque the nut to 31in-lbs (3.5nm).
10. Connect the lamphead wires to the main board connectors. Refer to the wiring diagram above.
11. Connect the battery to the main board. Refer to the wiring diagram above.
12. Cover the top knockouts with the plastic inserts including the accessory bag.
13. Replace the unit cover onto housing, tighten screws and torque to 10.6 in-lbs (1.2nm) to ensure grounding of front cover.
14. Energize the unit with AC supply. The LED indicator will illuminate green for charging. Allow battery to charge for 24 hours before initial testing.
15. Adjust and focus the lampheads as required.

ABOUT COMPANY

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

References

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

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