American Lighting LT8-48XX-PRO3 Series - Manual

These products may represent a possible shock or fire hazard if improperly installed or attached in any way. Products
must be installed in accordance with these instructions, current electrical codes and/or the current National Electric Code (NEC). WARNING:
CAUTION - To reduce risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons:
WARNING: Risk of fire or electric shock. Install these kits only in luminaires that have the constructionfeatures and
dimensions shown in the photographs and/or illustrations on the following pages.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire and reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not remove the retrofit LED tube
lamp enclosure (cover and/or caps). No user-serviceable part inside. Refer servicing
to qualified service personnel.
Make sure you have all the kit components before beginning any installation:
This product is sold in cases of six retrofit kits. Each retrofit kit includes the following components: LED T8 Tube Lamp (1 pc),
T8 non-shunted lampholder (1 pc, also known as ”tombstone” or bi-pin socket), installation instructions (1 pc)
and installation labels (one label is to be used for each modified fixture).
Note: You will need 18-gauge solid copper type (not included) to complete the installation.
The end retrofit luminaire has been modified and can no longer operate the originally intended lamp.
LUMINAIRE CONVERSION RETROFIT KIT FOR USE ONLY WITH FLUORESCENT LUMINAIRES.
Models LT8-48XX-PRO2 and PRO3 Series are suitable for dry or damp location.
Do not make or alter any open holes in a wiring enclosure nor in any electrical components during kit installation!
WARNING: Risk of fire or electric shock. Retrofit kit installation requires knowledge of fluorescent lighting luminaires
electrical systems. If not qualified, do not attempt installation. Contact a qualified electrician.
WARNING: Risk of fire or electric shock. The electrical input range of this product is 100-277V AC., 60 Hz (18W -22W).
The installer must determine whether power supply is in the range of 100-277V AC at the luminaire before installation.
WARNING: Risk of fire or electric shock. Luminaires wiring, ballast(s), or other electrical parts may be damaged when
drilling for installation of reflector kit hardware. Check for enclosed wiring and components.
WARNING: Risk of fire or electric shock. Do not use this retrofit kit in luminaires employing shunted bi-pin lampholders.
Note: Shunted lampholders (also known as “tombstones” or bi-pin sockets) are found only in fluorescent luminaires with
Instant-Start ballasts. Instant-Start ballasts can be identified by the words “Instant Start” or “I.S.” or the designation “IS”
within the lamp marking on the ballast, for example F40T12-IS. For more information, contact the LED luminaire retrofit kit
manufacturer.
Note: For luminaires with starters, the starters must be disconnected from the circuit. Please do not remove the starter(s) from
the luminaire, since it would create an opening in the luminaire.
THIS PRODUCT MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPLICABLE INSTALLATION CODE BY A PERSON
FAMILIAR WITH THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT AND THE HAZARDS INVOLVED.
THE RETROFIT ASSEMBLY IS ACCEPTED AS A COMPONENT OF A FLUORESCENT LUMINAIRE WHERE THE SUITABILITY
OF THE COMBINATION SHALL BE DETERMINED BY UL OR AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION.
WARNING: To prevent wiring damage or abrasion, do not expose wiring to edges of sheet metal or other sharp objects.
Each lampholder (also known as “tombstone” or bi-pin socket) shall be installed only in the intended manner and location.
1. Make sure that the electrical power to the fixture is disconnected prior to any installation or retrofit.
3. Do not use these products in luminaires located where elevated ambient temperatures exist.
4. Caution: Risk of Electric Shock. Models LT8-48XX-PRO2 and PRO3 Series are suitable for dry or damp location.
5. Caution: Risk of Electric Shock. Do not use where directly exposed to water!
5. Not for use with dimmers.
6. This device is not intended for use with emergency exit fixtures or emergency exit lights.
7. Do not install in a raceway or luminaire marked for through branch wiring.
8. Do not use in conjunction with any type of ballast or driver. LED T8 Tubes are designed
for 100-277V AC, 60Hz input only.
9. Do not use detergents, abrasive brushes or pads to clean the polycarbonate cover.
FUTURE LAMP REPLACEMENT
Model LT8-48XX-PRO2 and PRO3 Series retrofits (4-foot LED T8 Tubes) are available
from American Lighting in case quantities. Contact 800-880-1180 or visit
www.americanlighting.com to find a local distributor.
2. Read all instructions regarding ballast bypass and non-shunted T8 socket (”tombstone”) before beginning retrofit.
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LED T8 Tubes
Installation instructions for LT8-48XX-PRO2 and LT8-48XX-PRO3 Series