American Electric Lighting AVL new User Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

AVL SERIES LUMINAIRE

American Electric Lighting a division of Acuity Lighting Group, Inc. Conyers, GA

DRAWING NO. A66193 REV A

(FRONT)

PART NUMBER 057-71-66193

WARNING

Tools required: 3/4" socket w/extension, 5/16" nut driver (bridge mount), slotted screw driver

INSTALLATION

Mounting the fixture (Arm mount and Post-Top Instructions):

1. Remove reflector by loosening the 2 door screws or latches and slowly open the

fixture. The reflector can be removed by gently prying and pulling the reflector loose.
Once loose, disengage the socket quick disconnect and remove from the fixture housing.
This will give you access for mounting and wiring the fixture.

2. For arm mount fixtures, remove the top cap from pole, if in place. Insert the mounting plate

inside pole or tenon adaptor, aligning the three (3) mounting holes in plate with the three
(3) mounting holes provided on the pole. Slide the two threaded rods through the top and
bottom mounting holes in the pole and start to thread the rods into the matching holes in
the mounting plate (three turns are sufficient). Place one of the gaskets over the threaded
rods and against the pole.

3. To mount the arm, slide arm over threaded rod using the bolt guides inside the arm. Place

remaining gasket over the threaded rods and against the mounting arm.

4. Position the housing at the end of the arm

and feed fixture wires through arm, pole backing
plate, and out pole top. Align the holes with
the threaded rods and insert the threaded rods
into the fixture. Install split lockwashers
and hex nuts (furnished) on the ends of the
threaded rods that are inside the fixture and
tighten securely. Make sure fixture is mounted
straight and square with pole before
raising pole.

5. Make wire connections observing voltage

and polarity. Connect green ground wire
from the fixture to field ground wire.

Pole Top Mount

1. The AVL mounts to a 4, 4-1/2, 5, or 6" diameter pole

top determined by the option ordered).

2. Remove the top plate of the wiring compartment.

Make wire connections, replace the top plate.

3. Secure the fixture by slipping into the pole top and

tightening (1) internal fitter device.

Lamp Installation

1. Re-install reflector by plugging the socket quick disconnect back in, line up the reflector to

its appropriate direction and gently push or pop back into place being sure to align the four
pop balls with their receptacles. Check to insure reflector is seated properly and secure
before installing lamp.

2. Prior to installing the lamp (optionally included) in the fixture, verify that the lamp source and

wattage corresponds with the fixture label. Screw the lamp securely into the socket, back
it out one or two turns, and tighten it securely again. This procedure properly seats the
lamp in the socket.

Optical Rotation

(This fixture is designed with optical rotation ease in mind via tool-less design)

1. Open door assembly. Gently pry or pull reflector away from housing. Rotate optical assembly

to desired light output as indicated by light distribution arrow on reflector. Insert reflector
assembly back into housing being sure to line up the four pop balls and their receptacles.

2. Check to make sure the reflector is seated properly and secure before installing lamp and

closing door assembly.

Tools Required: Slotted screwdriver

Check the voltage values of the ballast leads attached to one side of Terminal Block.
Place the corresponding incoming line voltage leads, being sure to observe proper
polarity and voltage. Secure by tightening screws.

Prior to Installation

Read carefully before installing light fixtures. If you do not understand these instructions, please

contact your local American Electric Lighting distributor or agent before installing.

Arm Mount

Internal

Fitter

Terminal Block

• This fixture must be wired in accordance with the National

Electrical Code and applicable local codes and ordinances.

Proper grounding is required.
Use approved connectors for all electrical connections.
Be certain the green lead from the fixture is secured to

ground.

ALL work should be performed by a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

(For Your Protection, Read Carefully)

Verify the proper fixture voltage lead has been selected
to match the supply voltage before energizing. Improper
wiring may result in ballast failure and void all warranties
NEVER disconnect any component while power supply is
engaged.

Upon receipt of fixture and accessories (packaged separately)
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 fixture
label on the outside of the ballast box to be sure you have
received the correct merchandise.

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