Gotham GQT Housing (ROUGH-IN SECTION) - Manual

Part No. CJ52046
3/05
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
For Your Protection, Read Carefully
WARNING - Turn of all power prior to begin-
ning any installation or maintenance of this
fixture.
RISK OF FIRE. THIS FIXTURE IS NON I/C
RATED, NOT FOR USE WITH INSULATION.
Do not install insulation within 3 inches of
fixture sides or wiring compartment, nor
above the fixture in such a manner as to
entrap heat.
NOTE: THESE FIXTURES ARE NOT FOR USE
IN DWELLINGS.
FIXTURES REQUIRE 3 inches of overhead
clearance in non-above ceiling access
applications for branch circuit inspection.
CAUTION: GQT fixture requires the follow-
ing minimum spacing:
• Center to center of adjacent luminaires:
36 inches (91.4 cm).
• Top of luminaire to overhead building
member: 1/2 inches (1.3 cm).
• Luminaire center to side building mem-
ber: 18 inches (45.7 cm).
Upon receipt, thoroughly inspect for any
freight damage which should be brought to
the attention of the delivery carrier. Compare
the catalog description listed on the packing
slip with the label on the carton to ensure you
have received the correct merchandise.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
GQ and GQT
Housing
(ROUGH-IN SECTION)
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
Read and familiarize yourself with the no-
menclature and instructions before starting
installation.
Turn off electricity at the breaker panel or
fuse box and follow National Electrical Code
regulations and applicable local building
codes.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 1
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Figure 2
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HOUSING INSTALLATION FOR T-BAR,
WOOD OR STEEL JOIST CONSTRUCTION
1. Always mount securely to structural
members, this fixture will accommodate 1-
1/2” thick ceilings.
2. Bend ends of bar hangers (See Figure 1A)
to a position appropriate for attachment to
joist if necessary (wood joist, nail or screw
tabs).
3. Release cam lever (See Figures 1B and 2A)
and center bar hangers (Figure 2B) in the
vertical slot to approximate width needed.
Engage cam lever to secure, repeat on
opposite side.
4. Place fixture between joist or on T-bar so
the bottom of the drop down flange is flush
or slightly above the bottom of the finished
ceiling.
5. Secure bar hangers/housing assembly
onto joist/T-bar material. On wood/steel
joist, use nails, screws or bolts; for T-bar,
use wire or wire ties and bend nailing tab
(See Figure 3A).
6. Adjust housing to desired position by
releasing cam lever (one on each side) and
making horizontal and/or vertical adjust-
ments as necessary. Secure cam levers.
7. Feed power supply to J-box. (See Figure 4)
- J-box is approved for through wiring with
eight No. 12 AWG conductors (4 in/4 out)
rated 90
o C or higher.
- Remove J-box cover by releasing spring
clip (See Figure 4A) and allowing cover
to hinge open (See Figure 4B).
- Select desired knockout, remove and
install appropriate connector.
- Install power conductors in accordance
with all local and/or National Electric
Codes and ordinances (consult your local
building authority for specific require-
ments).
- Make connections using code approved
materials/methods.
- Reinstall J-box cover (See Figure 4B).
8. Install ceiling material, cut holes out for
drop down flange (6-7/8” diameter
ceiling opening), being careful not to cut
the hole too large.
9. To make fine tune housing adjustments
from below the ceiling, remove upper
housing assembly by loosening two (2)
thumb screws (on GQ) or two (2) hex head
screws (on GQT) located 180
o apart inside
of housing (See Figures 5A and 6B). For
GQ, turn upper housing assembly (Figure
6A) clockwise and lift, placing it to the side.
Figure 4