AFX S296MV - Manual

S-296 Series
Fluorescent Strip Light
8060021 Rev5
Limited Factory Warranty
American Fluorescent Corporation hereby warranty that this fixture is free from defects in materials and workmanship when installed and used under normal
operating conditions for a period of 2 years from date of purchase. This warranty covers all component parts and extends only to replacement of defective fixture or
components; it does not cover failure due to improper installation, misuse, mishandling or damage incurred in transit.
Safety Precautions
Read all safety precautions and installation instructions carefully
before installing or servicing this fixture. Failure to comply with
these instructions could result in potentially fatal electric shock
and/or property damage.
It is recommended that a qualified electrician perform all wiring. This
fixture must be wired in accordance with all national and local
electrical codes.
Do not handle any energized fixture or attempt to energize any
fixture with wet hands or while standing on a wet or damp surface or
in water.
Make sure that the power source conforms to the requirements of the
fixture. (See labels on fixture housing).
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, and to assure proper operation,
this fixture must be adequately grounded. To accomplish proper
grounding there must be a separate ground wire (green) or bare metal
contact (metal conduit) between this fixture and the ground
connection of your main power supply panel. The green ground
screw location is clearly marked on the fixture housing.
This fixture is intended to be used for general lighting in dry or damp
locations only.
Assembly Instructions
1. Preparing for installation
A. Disconnect electrical power before installing or servicing any part of this fixture.
B. Remove the appropriate knockout(s) for power supply entry.
2. Fixture assembly. (Figure 1)
A. Stretch pre-wired socket(s) (2) out past each end of channel (1).
B. Snap socket bar (3) into slotted openings in channel (1) (Both ends).
C. Slide socket(s) (2) into socket bar (3) using upper most grooves of socket(s) (2)
(Both ends).
D. Slide end cap (4) into position and secure with one 8/32 screws (6) (supplied)
(Both ends).
3. Fixture mounting.
A. To locate, hold channel (1) up to ceiling with power supply knockout located over
entryway for power supply wires. Mark the locations of the mounting holes on the
ceiling. Take the channel (1) down and punch a small hole into the ceiling at each
location using a nail or an awl to see if there is a wood joist. If there is a joist use a
suitable wood screw (not included) to mount the channel (1). Where there is no
joist to screw into use a toggle bolt (not included) of suitable length to mount
channel (1) securely to the ceiling. Proceed to step B before final mounting.
B. Feed the black and white supply wires, and the green ground wire into the fixture
(1) through the open knockout hole. At this time you can finish mounting the
channel (1) to the ceiling.
4. Wiring.
Caution: Make sure power is off at fuse or circuit breaker box. Check power wires for damage or scrapes. If power supply wires are within
three inches of ballast use wire suitable for at least 90C (194F). Note: Most dwellings built before 1985 have supply wire rated to 60C. Consult
a qualified electrician before installing.
A. This unit will not operate properly unless connected to a “grounded” electrical circuit. Electrical shock, over heating, low or now light
output, and shortened lamp life can result if proper grounding is not done. Securely attach green (or green and yellow) wire to provided
green ground screw.
B. Using wire connectors (not provided), connect white supply wire to white ballast lead. Connect black hot supply wire to black ballast lead.
Do not mix wires. Pull on each wire to make sure connections are secure. Make certain no bare wires are exposed outside of wire
connectors.
C. Install wire way cover (5) by laying one edge down and around edge of channel (1) then snap opposite edge of cover (5) down and around
edge of channel (1).
D. Install appropriate lamp(s) (7) (not included) by inserting lamp pin into spring loaded lamp holder. Push lamp until the pin on the opposite
end can be seated into solid lamp holder for proper connection.
E. Restore power at fuse or circuit breaker box.
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