Emergi-Lite EFEP Series - Manual (Page 2)

Explosion Proof EXC, EFEP & EFXP Series
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Exit Fixture
6. Disconnect swivel elbow by removing the screw (see fig. 4). Route EXIT fix-
ture wires through the 90-degree elbow on top of housing. Connect swivel
elbow with 6" conduit to the 90-degree elbow. Do not lengthen this conduit
unless a seal-off is fitted within 18" of the housing. Permanently secure and
tighten all fitting after properly positioning. Re-assemble swivel elbow.
7. Connect wiring for lamp fixture inside housing where labeled "Exit Heads".
NOTE: The following step is for the EXC Series with a third fixture from the
bottom of the housing.
Junction box
8. Remove junction box cover (see fig. 5). Remove conduit plugs from inside.
9. Connect junction box with 6" conduit into conduit hole in housing. Perma-
nently secure and tighten all fittings after properly positioning. Securely mount
junction box utilizing mounting feet.
10. Route EXIT fixture wires through the junction box into the housing of the unit.
Connect and tighten 6" conduit from EXIT fixture to junction box conduit hole.
Do not lengthen this conduit unless a seal-off is fitted within labeled 18” of the
housing. Connect EXIT fixture wires inside housing where labelled "Exit
Head".
11. Route AC unswitched wires through a conduit hole in junction box. Connect
the Neutral to White wire, 120 VAC to the Black wire(s) or 277 VAC to the
Orange wire(s) within the junction box. Insulate unused lead(s). Replace junc-
tion box cover and EXC cover. (Threads should be lubricated by graphite
grease). Install plug(s) in unused conduit hole(s).
Remote Fixtures with Junction box
12. Remove junction box cover (see fig. 6). Remove conduit plugs form inside.
13. Connect junction box and fixture to remote EXC unit with appropriate conduit,
ensuring that a seal-off is installed within 18" of the EXC unit.
14. Connect the remaining fixture(s) by threading the wires into the junction box
and screwing in the 6" conduit. This conduit may be lengthened but should be
supported in accordance with NEC Article 500.
15. Connect the fixture supply leads to the wires in the EXC unit labeled "Remote
Heads".
16. Replace junction box cover and EXC cover. (Threads should be lubricated by
graphite grease). Screw plug(s) into any unused conduit hole(s).
Energizing EXC Unit
17. Energize AC supply. AC pilot will illuminate. Automatic charger will charge
and maintain battery for standby mode. EXIT fixture , if provided will be illumi-
nated.
Testing
Operate test switch. The fixture(s) will illuminate. If an EXIT fixture, is supplied it
will remain illuminated. Release test switch, fixture(s) will extinguish, EXIT fixture,
and pilot light will be illuminated.
Maintenance
None required. Unit should be tested monthly in accordance with the require-
ments of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code or local codes.
Important notice
If the AC supply to the unit is to be disconnected for 2 months or more, the battery
must be disconnected. Prior to initial full load testing, unit should be on for 24
hours to allow battery sufficient time to recharge.
Figure 4
6” Conduit
Exit wires
Exit Fixture
Figure 5
EXC Unit
6” Conduit
Junction box
90 degree elbows
Figure 6
Junction box
Remote Fixtures