American Lighting LT8-48XX-PRO Series - Manual

These products may represent a possible shock or fire hazard if improperly installed or attached in any way. Products
should be installed in ordance 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 construction
features and dimensions shown in the 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.
LUMINAIRE CONVERSION RETROFIT KIT FOR USE ONLY WITH FLUORESCENT LUMINAIRES.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this aparatus to rain or moisture!
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 (also known as reflector) installation requires
knowledge of fluorescent lighting luminaires electrical systems. If not qualified, do not attempt
installation. Contact a qualified electrician.
Note: Model T8-1200-18W-02-277-XX (LT8-48XX-PRO Series) (four foot retrofit) is intended to retrofit maximum 4 lamps,
surface mount, or NON-IC recessed mount fluorescent luminaires that use straight tubular maximum 4-foot lamps.
WARNING: Risk of fire or electric shock. The electrical input range of this product is 100-277V AC., 60 Hz 18W.
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 lfuorescent 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 CSA 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. These products are to be used in dry locations only.
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.
10. This product is sold in cases of six reflector kits. Each reflector kit includes the following components: LED T8 Tube Lamp (1 pc),
T8 non-shunted lampholder (1 pc, see Figure 1, 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). The final retrofit luminaire has been modified and can
no longer operate the originally intended lamp.
Make sure you have all the kit components before beginning any installation.
Note: You will need 18-gauge solid copper type (not included) to complete the installation.
2. Read all instructions regarding ballast bypass and non-shunted T8 socket (”tombstone”) before beginning retrofit.
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Installation instructions for T8-L1200-18W-02-277-XX Series (LT8-48XX-PRO Series)