Prescolite FT4 - Manual

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Copyright 2005, 09/05 revision, All Rights Reserved - Printed in U.S.A.
Instruction Sheet No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15976
Part No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .FT4
When installed according to the instructions provided and as specified in volume 1 of the UL FIre Resistance Directory,
Prescolite FT4 luminaires may be used in fire resistance Floor-Ceiling and Roof-Ceiling designs. See File under Fire
Classified Directory CDHW.
Follow this Instruction Sheet Carefully. Be sure Electricity is OFF before starting Installation.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. Follow label information and instructions concerning wet or
damp locations, installation near combustible insulation or building materials, and proper lamping. Do not install in areas subject to combustible vapors or
gases. Before wiring to power supply and during servicing or relamping, turn off power at fuse or circuit breaker. All servicing or relamping must be per-
formed by qualified service personnel. Product must be grounded to avoid potential electric shock or other potential hazard. Product must be mounted in
locations and at heights and in a manner consistent with its intended use, and in compliance with the National Electrical Code and local codes. The use of
accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer or installed contrary to instructions may cause an unsafe condition. Do not block light ema-
nating from product in whole or part, as this may cause an unsafe condition. Do not allow items such as drapes, curtains, screens or the like to come into
contact with the product or to block light from the product, as this may cause an unsafe condition.
Instruction
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WARNING 1: - If any special control devices are used with this fixture, follow the instructions carefully to assure full compliance with N.E.C. requirements.
If there are any questions, contact a qualified electrical contractor.
WARNING 2: Use only those trims, lamps and maximum wattages proper for this fixture, as indicated on the label within the fixture housing.
WARNING 3: The National Electrical Code, Article 110-3 (b), states that "Listed or Labeled equipment shall be used or installed in accordance with any
instructions included in the listing or labeling". Use only with Prescolite UL listed trims. Use of other trims not listed in this fixture, including those that are
UL classified, is a violation of N.E.C. 110-3 (b) and voids all warranties.
WARNING 4: FT4 is a type non-ic fixture. Insulation must be kept at least 3" from fixture sides to prevent lamp cycling.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FT4
INSTALLATION IN WOOD JOISTS
1. Slip Bar Hangers (1) through Slots in Plaster Frame (2). Hold Frame (2) in desired position between Joists (3) and
drive Bar Hanger Tabs (4) into Joists. Use a minimum 1" lg. steel nail or screw (24) through Holes in Bar Hanger ends
for additional support. Tighten Bar Hanger Locking Screws (5) in ends of Plaster Frame (2) to prevent lateral movement
of Plaster Frame. (See Fig.1 and 2)
2. Remove Cover Plate (9) from Junction Box (10). Slip Type NM Cable (Romex) (11) through desired Hole in Junction
Box (10) above Retaining Plate (13). Cable (11) is secured by Retaining Plate (13). (See Fig. 3)
3. If other than Type NM Cable (Romex) is to be used, remove One Large Knockout (15) at desired location on Top or
Sides of Junction Box (10). Bring appropriate Electrical Supply Cable into Junction Box and secure in place with proper
UL listed Connector (NOT FURNISHED).
4. Connect Fixture Wires (27) to Supply Wires (16) as shown in Wiring Diagram. Use UL listed Wirenuts (NOT FUR-
NISHED).
5. After ceiling is finished lower Housing (6) until flush with Ceiling.
6. To gain access to Junction Box (10) after Ceiling is finished, pull Housing (6) down and remove Screw (21) and Access
Door (22) located inside Fixture. Junction Box Cover Plate (9) can now be removed for service.
7. Plaster Frame (2) and Gasket (25) must be in contact with Ceiling (23).
8. If joists are spaced greater than 16 inches on center, 2x4 (4 inch dimension vertical) or greater lumber shall be used
to span between joists at the plane of the ceiling to create a 16 inch on center space to mount the fixture as shown in
Fig. 4.
9. If steel furring channels are used in the ceiling, Plaster Frame (2) must be lowered until Gasket (25) contacts Ceiling
(23) as shown in Fig. 5.
(Ceiling opening is to be 4 1/2" Diam.)
This instruction sheet is also intended to be used as a paint shield. Upon completion of installation, crumple this
sheet up and insert it up into the housing to protect the socket and labels from being spray painted.