PT-EXL-C-R Exit and Emergency Light
Product Information: PT-EXL-C-R Series Exit/Emergency
Combo
The PT-EXL-C-R Series Exit/Emergency Combo is an emergency
lighting fixture that provides illumination in case of power
outages. It is equipped with a rechargeable battery and can be used
as both an exit sign and an emergency light. The fixture comes with
a red lens and a green lens that can be easily interchanged as per
the user’s preference. The product is designed to comply with the
National Electric Code (NEC) and NFPA life safety code
regulations.
Installation Instructions
- Before installation, turn off the power supply from the main
circuit breaker. - Insert the fixture in the slots.
- Remove or re-insert the red and green lenses as per your
preference. - Toggle the switchable button to choose red or green
illumination. - Refer to the wiring diagram provided for Exit/Emergency Combo
Only and Exit/Emergency Combo with Remote Head(s). - After installation, allow the battery to charge for at least 24
hours before normal operation.
Important Warnings
- Only use lamps specified in the exit sign when re-lamping to
avoid transformer damage or unsafe conditions. - Keep combustible material away from hot parts as lamps are
hot. - Never connect to, disconnect from, or service while equipment
is energized to avoid the risk of electric shock. - Read and follow all instructions and warnings carefully before
installing or maintaining this equipment to avoid death, serious
injury, or significant property damage.
Operation (Battery Backup)
- Apply AC power to the unit, and the LED indicator should turn
RED. - After the battery has been left to charge for 24 hours, test
the unit by pushing the switch. - The LED indicator turns OFF, and the LED board stays ON.
- When the switch is released, the LEDs turn OFF, and the LED
indicator turns back to RED.
Maintenance
Always turn off AC power to the equipment before servicing.
Servicing should be performed only by a qualified service
technician. Use only manufacturer-supplied replacement parts. The
National Electric Code (NEC) and NFPA life safety code regulations
require routine tests as listed below:
- Once every month, test the unit for a duration of 30 seconds by
pushing in and holding the test switch. - Once every 12 months, perform a full 90-minute (per UL
requirements) test on the unit. Disconnect power to the unit and
leave it in emergency mode. The LEDs should stay on for at least 90
minutes.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PT-EXL-C-R SERIES
(PT-EXL-C-R)
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY
IMPORTANT
When re-lamping, only use lamps specified in the exit sign. Using other lamp types may result in transformer damage or unsafe conditions. Battery in this unit may not be fully charged. After electricity is hooked up to unit, let the battery charge for at least 24 hours. Normal operation of this unit should then take effect (when applicable).
WARNING RISK OF FIRE
Lamps are hot. Keep combustible material away from hot parts. Observe lamp manufacture’s warnings, recommendations and restrictions on lamp operation and maintenance. Make sure lamps are correctly installed.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY OR SIGNIFICANT PROPERTY DAMAGE. FOR YOUR PROTECTION, READ AND FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR MAINTAINING THIS EQUIPMENT. THESE INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO COVER ALL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE SITUATIONS. IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS REQUIRED, CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: WHEN USING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: · Do not use outdoors. · Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not be subject to tampering by
unauthorized personnel. · Do not mount near gas or electric heaters. · Cap unused wires with enclosed wire nuts or other approved method. · Do not use this equipment for other than its intended use. · The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer will void warranty and may cause an
unsafe condition. · Before wiring to power supply, turn off electricity at fuse or circuit breaker. · Use caution when servicing batteries. · Installation and servicing should be performed by qualified personnel. · Consult local building code for approved wiring and installation. · Make sure wire terminations are secure and leads are properly tucked in appropriate wire channels.
WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
NEVER CONNECT TO, DISCONNECT FROM, OR SERVICE WHILE EQUIPMENT IS ENERGIZED.
INSTALLATION (ALWAYS TURN OFF THE POWER SUPPLY FROM MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER FIRST!)
TOP MOUNT AND END MOUNT · Remove the faceplate(s) and lenses from housing and set aside (see Fig. A). · Remove the canopy kit, hardware pack and mounting plate and set aside. · Remove the mounting hole plug on the top or either side of the frame. · Place the canopy nose through the mounting hole until the side of the frame touches
the canopy. · Lock the frame onto the canopy by sliding the frame in a direction parallel to the canopy
length toward the narrow end of the mounting hole. · Slide the frame until both snaps engage the canopy nose preventing any motion back
out of the hole. · Feed the red, black and white wires through the center of the mounting canopy hole. · Remove the side mounting hole on the right side. Knockout the lamp head mounting
hole on the left side with a flathead screwdriver. · Feed the blue and yellow lamp head wires through side lamp head mounting hole
(Step 1). · Attach the first lamp head to housing by aligning tabs on the lamp head assembly to
the lamp head mounting slots on frame of housing (Step 2). · Gently twist the lamp head clockwise to lock into place. An audible click should be
heard. Repeat to install the remaining lamp head. · Feed the lamp head wires in the appropriate wire channel and connect the lamp head
leads to the exit sign lamp board. · Ensure fixture leads are fed through mounting canopy and connect to AC power leads
coming into the junction box. · Connect the RED lead to the HOT wire of the power supply from 120-277V. Connect the
WHITE lead to the NEUTRAL of the supply. · Cap off any unused remote leads with wire nuts. · Secure the canopy to the steel mounting plate using the screws provided and fasten to
the junction box. · Toggle the switchable button to select GREEN, if applicable (see Fig. C). · Connect the battery only after continuous AC power can be provided to the unit. · Remove the knockout chevron(s) on the faceplate(s), as needed. · Insert the RED (or GREEN) lens into faceplate (RED see Fig. A or GREEN see Fig. B). · Be sure to keep all wires out of the way of the EXIT letters to eliminate shadows when
illuminated. · Secure faceplate(s) to housing.
WALL MOUNT · Remove the faceplate(s) and lenses from housing and set aside (see Fig. A). · Drill out the appropriate mounting pattern and the wire pass hole in the backplate to fit the
junction box being used. · Feed the red, black and white wires through the center of the backplate. · Remove the side mounting hole on the right side. Knockout the lamp head mounting hole on
the left side with a flathead screwdriver. · Feed the blue and yellow lamp head wires through side lamp head mounting hole (Step 1). · Attach the first lamp head to housing by aligning tabs on the lamp head assembly to the
lamp head mounting slots on frame of housing (Step 2). · Gently twist the lamp head clockwise to lock into place. An audible click should be heard.
Repeat to install the remaining lamp head. · Feed the lamp head wires in the appropriate wire channel and connect the lamp head leads
to the exit sign lamp board. · Ensure fixture leads are fed through mounting canopy and connect to AC power leads
coming into the junction box. · Connect the RED lead to the HOT wire of the power supply from 120-277V. Connect the
WHITE lead to the NEUTRAL of the supply. · Cap off any unused remote leads with wire nuts. · Fasten the backplate to the junction box. · Toggle the switchable button to select GREEN, if applicable (see Fig. C). · Connect the battery only after continuous AC power can be provided to the unit. · Remove the knockout chevron(s) on the faceplate, as needed. · Insert the RED (or GREEN) lens into faceplate (RED see Fig. A or GREEN see Fig. B) · Be sure to keep all wires out of the way of the EXIT letters to eliminate shadows when
illuminated. · Secure faceplate to housing.
NOTE: THE FIXTURE SHIPS STANDARD WITH THE TOGGLE SWITCH IN THE RED POSITION.
WIRING DIAGRAM
Exit/Emergency Combo Only
Exit/Emergency Combo with Remote Head(s)
REMOTE EMERGENCY LIGHT (IF APPLICABLE) · Use the yellow and blue wires for the remote fixture(s). · Route the wires outside of the fixture separately or with AC supply wires.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PT-EXL-C-R SERIES
(PT-EXL-C-R)
INSTALLATION (ALWAYS TURN OFF THE POWER SUPPLY FROM MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER FIRST!)
Step 1 Insert in slots
Step 2
Remove or re-insert the red lens from/to face plate.
Fig A.
Remove or re-insert the green lens from/to face plate.
Fig B.
Toggle the switchable button to choose red or green illumination.
Fig C.
LED STATUS INDICATOR KEY AND TROUBLESHOOTING
VISUAL STATUS UNLIT
INDICATION
1. Battery connection is not made. 2. Battery has been diagnosed as dead or defective after 24 hours of
continuous charging with AC power supplied. 3. AC power has not been supplied.
TROUBLE SHOOTING/ACTIONS TO TAKE
1. Make connection; or if battery is connected, disconnect battery for eight seconds and then reconnect. 2. Replace the battery. 3. Supply AC power.
RED
Battery is connected, AC power has been supplied and fixture is in charging This is the normal state. No action required.
state.
OPERATION (BATTERY BACKUP): 1. Apply AC power to the unit. The LED Indicator should turn RED. 2. After the battery has been left to charge for 24 hours, test the unit by pushing the switch. The LED indicator turns OFF and the LED board stays ON. 3. When the switch is released, the LEDs turn OFF and the LED indicator turns back to RED..
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
CAUTION: ALWAYS TURN OFF AC POWER TO THE EQUIPMENT BEFORE SERVICING. SERVICING SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN. USE ONLY MANUFACTURER SUPPLIED REPLACEMENT PARTS. BATTERY
THE BATTERY SUPPLIED WITH THE BATTERY BACKUP MODEL REQUIRES NO MAINTENANCE. HOWEVER, IT SHOULD BE TESTED PERIODICALLY (SEE TESTING) AND REPLACED WHEN IT NO LONGER OPERATES THE CONNECTED FIXTURES FOR THE DURATION OF A 30-SECOND OR 90-MINUTE TEST. THE BATTERY SUPPLIED IN THIS EQUIPMENT HAS A LIFE EXPECTANCY OF 5 YEARS WHEN USED IN A NORMAL AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 72ºF.
TESTING
NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE (NEC) AND NFPA LIFE SAFETY CODE REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT ROUTINE TESTS NEED TO BE PERFORMED AS LISTED BELOW: ONCE EVERY MONTH, THE UNIT NEEDS TO BE TESTED FOR DURATION OF 30 SECONDS. PUSH IN AND HOLD THE TEST SWITCH TO PERFORM THIS TEST. ONCE EVERY 12 MONTHS, A FULL 90 MINUTE (PER UL REQUIREMENTS) TEST NEEDS TO BE PERFORMED ON THE UNIT. DISCONNECT POWER TO THE UNIT AND LEAVE IT IN THE EMERGENCY MODE. THE LEDS SHOULD STAY ON FOR AT LEAST 90 MINUTES.
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