LVS EPC-2-D-FM User manual

MODEL EPC-2-D-FM INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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LVS
LVS, Inc. 2555 Nicholson Street, San Leandro, CA 94577-4216
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Web: WWW.LVSCONTROLS.COM
LVS, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser/user for the published warranty period from the date of shipment that should LVS instruments or
equipment prove defecve by reason of improper workmanship or material, LVS will repair or replace the same equipment without charge.
This warranty does not cover defects or malfuncons arising from improper installaon, operaon or repair, or neglect, accident, or abuse. LVS
will honor its warranty provided the equipment has not been physically damaged or improperly installed or connected. To obtain warranty/re-
pair, the defecve product should be shipped freight prepaid within the warranty period to the address below. To the extent permied by
applicable law, all warranes extending beyond repair or replacement as described above are disclaimed, including the implied warranes of
merchantability and fitness for a parcular purpose. Where applicable law prohibits disclaimers or the implied warranes of merchantability
and fitness; those warranes are limited to 12 months from date of shipment. LVS provides a 90 day money back guarantee if equipment
does not perform in accordance with LVS published specificaons. The liability of LVS and its agents under all warranes is limited to repair and
replacement as described herein and under no circumstances shall there be liability for any other kind of loss, damage, or labor, either conse-
quenal or for injury to person or property or otherwise.
5-Year Limited Warranty
1. This product can be used with LED, ballast, tungsten, and general use loads.
2. Make sure all connections are in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local regulations.
3. To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect both normal and emergency power supplies before servicing.
4. This product is intended to be used to control indoor and outdoor located loads.
5. An unswitched AC power source is required (120-240VAC/277VAC).
6. Do not install near gas or electric heaters.
7. Do not attempt to service a sealed Emergency Power Control. When malfunctioning, return to the
manufacturer: LVS, Inc. 2555 Nicholson Street, San Leandro, CA 94577.
8. The use of accessory equipment is not recommended by the manufacturer and may cause unsafe condition.
9. Do not use this product for other than its intended use.
10. Servicing should be performed by qualified service personnel.
11. Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not readily be subjected to
tampering by unauthorized personnel.
! IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS !
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
Electrical Specfications
120-240/277V Sensing Input
N.C. Output Contact
3 Amp Electronic/LED Load Rating (120-277V)
5 Amp Ballast Load Rating (120-277V)
5 Amp General Use Rating (120-277V)
360W Incandescent Load Rating (120V)
600W Incandescent Load Rating (277V)
Auxiliary N.O.+N.C. Contact (1A/30VDC)
UL924 Listed (usUL/cUL)
Mechanical Specifications
Fixture or Panel Mount
Damp Location Rated
Shipping Weight: 6 oz Color : Black
Temperature: -40˚C-60˚C (-40˚F - 140˚F)
Body Size: 5”x1”x1.25” (125mmx25.4mmx30mm)
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UL924 LISTED
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Application
In the past, all emergency lights were left on 24 hours a day to meet safety codes. Now you can
specify & install a UL924 Listed Emergency Power Control EPC-2-D-FM, which converts up a
normal light fixture into an approved emergency light. During normal operation, the EPC-2-D-FM dims
designated emergency lights with the same control as your normal lights. During a utility power inter-
ruption, the EPC-2-D-FM turns designated emergency lights on, at full brightness, regardless of
dimmer position.
Intended for use with switching, 0-10V and DALI/EcoSystem dimming controls.
To control multiple emergency luminaires from a single UL924 relay, use model EPC-2-D.
For Line Voltage Dimmable Loads, use model EPC-D-F-ATS.
For applications using 10 or more high inrush electronic ballasts or drivers, highbay or 347V
applications, use EPC-1-D-HV.
Patented Automatic Diagnostic - When the room switch is turned off, EPC-2-D-FM tests itself for 2.5
seconds, testing that an emergency power source is available and that the EPC-2-D-FM, ballast, and
lamp(s) are functioning correctly. This feature eliminates the need for manual monthly testing and is
approved for this purpose. Thisallowsinstallation in any location becauseitstest switch does not need
to be accessible. This feature can be disabled in the field by cutting the blue jumper.
Fire Alarm / Remote Test Switch - Some applications demand that emergency lighting be activated
upon fire alarm, security alarm, or remote test switch activation. The EPC-2-D-FM is equipped with a
low voltage override input (red jumper). Please visit www.lvscontrols.com/FAI.php for details
Conrm body size
will t in xture ballast channel prior
to installation.
Fixture Mount Installation

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Installation
In order to install the EPC in accordance with national/local code requirements, a qualified electrician
should review & understand the installation instructions. Check voltage & current requirements.
Verify & lock out circuit breakers on both regular (utility) power & 24 hour emergency generator or
inverter circuit. Install a self-adhesive 2" x 3" caution label in each fixture or load controlled by an EPC
cautioning that the load is supplied from 2 different power sources, normal & emergency. Review
wiring diagram & connect wires, one at a time, in accordance with the numeric identification. In order
to provide a safe light level, when regular power is interrupted, it is recommended that a minimum of
appproximately 5000 lumen are controlled by a 24 hour emergency circuit & are spaced no farther
than 24' in any direction from each other in a normal 9' white ceiling environment.
Initial Testing and Troubleshooting
In a new installation, where hundreds of devices may be used, each having as many as 14 wires to
be correctly connected, it is important that a fast, convenient method is used to check connections.
In order to test that the wires are connected correctly, without any inconvenience to occupants, do
not turn off regular (utility) power off until you have checked each device as follows:
1) Check that regular branch circuit breaker is connected & utility power is available. Green LED
should be lit. If green LED is not lit, check connections & continuity to branch circuit breaker.
2) Check that emergency branch circuit breaker is connected & emergency power is available. Red
LED should be lit. If red LED is not lit, check connections & continuity to branch circuit breaker.
3) Normal Operation Test: Turn dimmer or other control device to the “ON” position. Normal &
emergency lights should turn on. Reduce dimmer to ~50%, normal and emergency lights should dim
together. Turn room switch or control to the “OFF” position. Normal lights should turn off immediate-
ly. If blue loop is connected, emergency lights should stay on for at least 2.5 seconds. If blue
jumper is cut and capped, emergency lights should turn off immediately.
4) Emergency Operation Test: Press and hold test button, emergency lights should illuminate at full
brightness until test button is released.
Maintenance
No maintenance is required to keep the EPC functional. However, regular testing should be
performed when the lamps or ballasts have been replaced or when remodeling has taken place.
Single Line Drawings
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Normal/Utility
Power Source
Emergency
Power Source
Neutral
Not Shown
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One Fixture Mounted EPC is suggested per
emergency fixture. NORMAL
ROOM LIGHTS
(optional)
DESIGNATED
EMERGENCY
LIGHT
EMERGENCY
POWER
CONTROL
LIGHTING CONTROL
DEVICE (SWITCH,
SENSOR, POWER
PACK, RELAY PANEL)
NORMAL
POWER
PANEL
EMERGENCY
POWER
PANEL
UL 1008
Transfer
Switch Or
Equivalent
EMERGENCY
POWER CONTROL
EMERGENCY
POWER CONTROL

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Wiring Diagram #1 (Suggested): A dimmer (fed by normal power) controls emergency
lighting in a space. Upon loss of normal power, the emergency lighting comes on at full brightness regard-
less of dimmer position.
#4 WHITE/BLUE
TEST
EMERGENCY
POWER
UTILITY
POWER
#6 BLUE
#5 YELLOW
EMERGENCY
PANEL
OR
INVERTER
EMERGENCY
NEUTRAL
EMERGENCY LIGHT
EMERGENCY
HOT
NORMAL
(UTILITY)
PANEL
NORMAL
NEUTRAL
NORMAL
HOT
20A 20A
#3 WHITE
#1 BLACK
#2 RED
Optional normally open occupancy sensor/power pack/relay panel.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Can I power more than 1 light from the EPC-2-D-FM?
It is recommended that the EPC-2-D-FM power only one fixture/luminaire. If you want to
control more than one fixture/luminaire, use the higher rated EPC-2-D.
Do I need a separate normal and emergency ballast/driver?
NO, the emergency light only needs a single ballast/driver.
Can I use the EPC-2-D-FM with 3-way dimmers?
YES
Why is my EPC-2-D-FM buzzing/humming/chattering?
This can occur with some dimmers when they do not have enough load on them. Changing
to Wiring Diagram #2 should eliminate this issue, contact LVS for further assistance.
How do I wire the EPC-2-D-FM with DALI/EcoSystem loads?
Please check this link: http://www.lvscontrols.com/assets/EPC2DDALI.pdf
Wiring Diagram #2 (Shunt): A dedicated dimmer (fed by emergency power) controls emergency
lighting in a space. Upon loss of normal power, the emergency lighting comes on at full brightness regard-
less of dimmer position.
#4 WHITE/BLUE
TEST
EMERGENCY
POWER
UTILITY
POWER
#6 BLUE
#5
YELLOW
EMERGENCY
PANEL
OR
INVERTER
EMERGENCY
NEUTRAL
EMERGENCY LIGHT
EMERGENCY
HOT
NORMAL
(UTILITY)
PANEL
NORMAL
NEUTRAL
NORMAL
HOT
20A 20A
#3 WHITE
#1 BLACK
#2 RED
DIMMER
(CAP OFF)
VIOLET
ORANGE
GRAY
VIOLET
VIOLET
GRAY
DIMMER/ROOM
CONTROLLER
VIOLETGRAY
VIOLET
ORANGE
GRAY VIOLET
Connect to violet
from dimmer
Connect to gray
from dimmer
YELLOW
(CAP)
YELLOW
(CAP)