AFX ARPC313SNEC - Manual

ARPC Series
Aria Fluorescent Triple Pendant
Model 313
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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.
This fixture is designed for use in a 110-120VAC, 60Hz fused circuit.
Do not use on a dimming circuit.
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 gem bar.
This fixture is intended to be used for general indoor 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. Determine final desired length of the three fixture cords from fixture pan to lamp
portion. Wind extra cord lengths inside pan using cord holders provided there.
C. Secure the gem bar (1) to junction box (not supplied) with #8-32x1-1/2” screws
(2). Adjust the 2-1/2” threaded stem in the gem bar with the lock nut so that the
threaded rod is secured at the proper length (approx. 2-1/16” exposed room side).
2. Wiring and Fixture Mounting
Caution: Make sure power is off at fuse or circuit breaker box. 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 may not operate properly unless connected to a
“grounded” electrical circuit. Securely attach green (or green
and yellow) wire to green ground screw on gem bar with
provided hardware.
B. Thread supply wires through large hole in junction box cover
plate (3). Secure cover plate to gem bar with #8-32x1” screws
(provided). Using wire connectors (provided), connect white
supply wire to white fixture lead. Connect black hot supply
wire to black fixture lead. Pull on each wire lead to make sure
connections are secure.
C. Tuck the three tethers inside fixture pan (4) and place over
threaded stem, secure with knob (5).
D. Make any small, final lamp cord length adjustments desired by
pulling or pushing on lamp cords and secure each with plastic
nuts (6).
3. Lamp installation
A. Unscrew caps (7) on top of lamp portion of fixture. Slide glass up to
expose lampholder (A). Install appropriate 13 watt 4-pin fluorescent
quad lamp G24q-1 (C), into barrel ballast (B) by inserting into socket on barrel ballast (B). Carefully slide glass and
decorative top back down into place and secure.
B. Restore power at fuse or circuit breaker box.
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.