Larson Electronics EPLTS-T8 User manual

EPLTS-T8
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Bulb sockets for the EPL Series Explosion Proof Lights
T8 Style Bulb
Instruction Manual
Thank you for your purchase of the Larson Electronics EPLTS-T8.
WARNING:
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING FIXTURE. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
CRITICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
•INSTALLATION SHOULD ONLY BECONDUCTED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH NEC AND ANY
RELEVANT LOCAL BUILDING CODES.
•RISK OFFIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK. FIXTURE INSTALLATION REQUIRES KNOWLEDGE OF FIXTURE'S ELECTRICAL
SYSTEMS. IFNOTQUALIFIED, CONTACT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
•BE CERTAIN ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF BEFORE AND DURING INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE.
•MAKE SURE THE SUPPLY VOLTAGE IS THE SAME AS THE FIXTURE'S RATED VOLTAGE.
•TO PREVENT WIRING DAMAGE OR ABRASION, DO NOT EXPOSE WIRING TO EDGES OF SHEET METAL OR SHARP
OBJECTS. SUITABLE FOR DAMP LOCATIONS.
WARNING
TO AVOIDTHE RISKOF FIRE,EXPLOSION OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE INSTALLED,
INSPECTEDAND MAINTAINEDBY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANONLY, IN ACCORDANCEWITHALL
APPLICABLEELECTRICAL CODES.
TO AVOIDELECTRIC SHOCK:
•BE CERTAIN ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF BEFORE AND DURING INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE.
•PRODUCT MUST BE CONNECTED TO A WIRING SYSTEM WITH AN EQUIPMENT-GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR.
TO AVOID EXPLOSION:
•MAKE SURE THE SUPPLY VOLTAGE IS WITHIN THE VOLTAGE RATING.
•ENSURE THE MARKED T RATING IS LESS THAN THE IGNITION TEMPERATURE OF THE HAZARDOUS
ATMOSPHERE.
•DO NOT OPERATE IN AMBIENT TEMPERATURES ABOVE THOSE INDICATED ON THE PRODUCT
NAMEPLATE.
•DO NOT OPERATE IF THE LENS, CORD, SEALS, HOUSING, RECEPTACLES, ETC. IS CRACKED OR
DAMAGED. IF SO, DISCONTINUE USE AND CONTACT MANUFACTURER FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS.
•ALL FASTENERS SHOULD BE PROPERLY SEATED.
IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING THIS FIXTURE. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE. THE EPLTS-T8 MUST BE WIRED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND ALL
APPLICABLE LOCAL CODES. PROPER GROUNDING IS REQUIRED FOR SAFETY.
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE ONLY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN INSTALL, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN THIS
PRODUCT. IF YOU ARE NOT QUALIFIED OR UNFAMILIAR WITH ANY ASPECT OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET,
CONSULT AN ELECTRICIAN. THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
WARNING: MAKE SURE POWER IS TURNED OFF BEFORE STARTING THE
INSTALLATION OR PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE.
RISK OF FIRE/ELECTRIC SHOCK –DISCONNECT POWER AT BREAKER BEFORE INSTALLING OR SERVICING.
RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY –FIXTURE MAY BECOME UNSTABLE OR DAMAGED IF NOT INSTALLED PROPERLY.
RISK OF BURN –ALLOW FIXTURE TO COOL BEFORE SERVICING.

EPLTS-T8
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INSTALLATION
•Disconnect the fixture from power.
•Open the lens and remove the bulbs from the unit.
•Disconnect the old bulb socket from the unit carefully.
•Install and carefully connect the new desired bulb socket into place making all the right connections.
•Replace the bulbs back into the unit.
•Close the lens and secure the fixture before reconnecting to power and continuing use.
MAINTENANCE
Caution: To avoid personal injury, disconnect power to the light and allow the unit to cool down before
performing maintenance.
Warning:Risk of electric shock.
1. Perform visual, mechanical and electrical inspections on a regular basis. We recommend routine
checks to be made on a yearly basis. Frequency of use and environment should determine this. It is
recommended to follow an Electrical Preventive Maintenance Program as described in NFPA 70B:
Recommended practice for Electrical Equipment.
2. The lens should be cleaned periodically as needed to ensure continued photometric performance.
Clean the lens with a damp, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth. If not sufficient, use mild soap or a liquid
cleaner.
3. Inspect the cooling fins on the luminaire to ensure that they are free of any obstructions or
contamination (i.e. excessive dust build-up). Clean with a non-abrasive cloth if needed.
4. Do not operate if the lens is cracked or damaged. All fasteners should be properly seated.
USE AND CARE
Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or safety of this device and could affect the life of the equipment.
Always check for damaged or worn out parts before using the device. Store it in a secure place out of the reach of
children when not in use.Inspect for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
The EPLTS-T8 is designed to provide years of reliable performance. Should the need for replacement parts arise, please
contact Larson Electronics.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY NOT COVER ALL DETAILS OR VARIATIONS OF THIS PRODUCT FOR YOUR EQUIPMENT OR INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS.
SHOULD FURTHER INFORMATION NOT COVERED BY THESE INSTRUCTIONS BE REQUIRED, PLEASE CONTACT LARSON ELECTRONICS BY EMAIL AT
[e-mail] OR BY PHONE AT 1-800-369-6671 FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
PLEASE VISIT LARSONELECTRONICS.COM FOR WARRANTY AND RETURN INFORMATION.