Testing and maintenance – IOTA PE-BC Series User Manual

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Fig. 3

Fig. 4


3.

Mounting

Back Mounting (Fig 3)

1) Remove the front EXIT panel, knock out the center hole and
appropriate mounting screw holes on the back plate.

2) Route the proper wires through the center hole and make

electrical connection inside the junction box as shown in

Fig. 4.

3) Feed excess wiring into the junction box and secure the

backplate to the junction box.

4) Attach battery connector to PC board.
5) Snap in chevrons on EXIT panel if required, then re-attach

EXIT panel to housing.

Side and Ceiling Mounting (Figs 5 and 6)

1) Attach crossbar (11) to junction box (10). Set the crossbar so
that the longer blade is touching the junction box.

2) Remove the front EXIT panel and feed the transformer input

leads through the hole (4) on the side or top depending on loca-
tion of junction box, being sure to secure wire into wire guides
molded at the edge of the sign.

3) Attach and lock the canopy (7) to the sign by inserting the

canopy into the housing slot at a 20° angle and twisting into
place.

4) Make the proper connections as shown in

Fig 4. Cap all un-

used leads.

4) Feed excess wiring into the junction box and align holes in

canopy (7) with those in crossbar (11). Using the screws pro-
vided, tighten canopy to crossbar so that canopy is securely
fastened and tight against the wall.

5) Attach battery connector to PC board.
6) Snap in chevrons on EXIT panel if required, then re-attach

EXIT panel to housing.

4. LED Emergency Light Adjustment

After installation is complete, adjust the LED emergency light

heads to the desired position by turning each individual light
head horizontally and vertically.

Testing and Maintenance

Pressing the Test Button turns off the AC Indicator light and forces
the unit into emergency mode and activates the lamps. After re-
leasing the Test Button, the fixture returns to normal operation.
Initial Testing – Allow the unit to charge approximately 1 hour,
then press the test switch to conduct a short discharge test. Allow
a 24 hour charge before conducting a one hour test.
This is a maintenance free unit, however, periodic inspection and
testing is required. NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, outlines the fol-
lowing schedule:
Monthly – Insure that the AC indicator is illuminated. Conduct
a 30 second discharge test by depressing the Test Button. The
lamps on the unit should be lit.
Annually – Insure that the AC indicator is illuminated. Conduct a
full 1

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hour discharge test. The unit should operate as intended

for the duration of the test.

Fig. 5

“Written records of testing shall be kept by the owner for inspection by the authority having jurisdiction.”

SERVICING SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

Contact Customer Service or visit www.iotaengineering.com for current warranty information.

Fig. 6

NOTE: This unit is equipped with optional remote light
connections for increased functionality. The Remote
Head and Extra Battery are not required for normal
installation.

68904-000 REV 1400

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