Edwards Signaling 116EXST-EK User Manual

Warning

Installation Instructions for 116EX Series AdaptaBeacon

Strobe Lights for Use in Hazardous Locations

Description

The 116EX Series AdaptaBeacon strobe signaling appliances
are intended for general utility signaling use. The strobes
are UL and cUL listed for use in Class I, Division 1, Group C
and D, Class I, Division 2, Group A, B, C and D, Class II,
Division 1, Group E, F and G, Class II, Division 2, Group F
and G, and Class III Division 1 and 2 hazardous locations
with operating temperature codes per Table 2.

The strobes are UL and cUL Listed, as Type 3R and 4X en-
closures. Additionally, the 120V AC strobes are UL and
cUL listed as Marine enclosures.

The strobe flashes a 360-degree beam of light approxi-
mately 65 times per minute.

The 12 - 48V DC strobes are available in pendant, bracket,
ceiling, or stanchion mount models (Figure 1).

Installation

b. Ceiling Mount Models (Figure 3): Mount the

catalog number 116EX-C, ceiling/wall mounting
module, using appropriate hardware (not supplied)
suitable for the mounting surface. Proceed to step
2.

Bracket Mount Models (Figure 4): Install the
catalog number 116EX-C ceiling/wall mounting
module using appropriate hardware (not supplied)
for the mounting surface. Install the catalog
number 116EX-B wall mounting elbow to the wall
box. Run the unit's wiring through the elbow to
the wall box. Proceed to step 2.

d. Stanchion Mount Models (Figure 5): Install the

catalog number 116EX-S, stanchion mounting
module, to the main housing. Run the unit's wires
through the 1 1/4" conduit to the appropriate
junction box. Install the unit on the conduit.
Proceed to step 2.

Connect field earth ground wire to ground screw or
earth ground via conduit system.

Using wire nuts, connect the incoming (+) or white
wire to the unit's two (+) white wires and the incoming
(-) or black wire to the unit's two (-) black wires. See
Table 2 for required supply wire temperature ratings.

As appropriate, install the fixture on the mounting
module.

WARNING

To reduce the risks of ignition of hazardous atmo-
spheres and shock, do not apply power to the unit
until installation has been completed and unit is
tightly assembled and secured.

Install this unit in accordance with the applicable require-
ments in the latest edition of the National Electrical Code
and Canadian Electrical Code.

Mount using the following applicable method.

Pendant Mount Models (Figure 2): Install the
catalog number 116EX-P, pendant mounting
module, to the main housing. Install explosion-
proof hanger box (not supplied). Secure 3/4" (19
mm) NPT threaded conduit (not supplied) to the
box. Install the unit on the conduit. Proceed to
step 2.

Apply power to the unit and ensure proper function.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of ignition of hazardous atmo-
spheres and shock, keep assembly tightly closed
when circuits are energized.

Cheshire, CT 06410 203-699-3300 (Ph)
203-699-3365 (Cust. Serv. Fax)
203-699-3078 (Tech. Serv. Fax)

STANCHION

116EX-S 1 1/4" HUB

CEILING

116EX-C 3/4" HUB

PENDANT

116EX-P 3/4" HUB

116EX-C

116 SERIES HOUSING AND GLOBE

ASSEMBLY WITH GUARD

WALL

116EX-B 3/4" HUB

Figure 1. Mounting Options