INSTRUCTION SHEET

ISF:302IC

 

12-01/Rev-02

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MOUNTING FRAME

FOR INSULATED CEILING

READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING FIXTURE

This fixture is intended for installation in accordance with National Electrical Code or Canadian Electrical

Code (as applicable) and local regulations. To ensure full compliance with local codes and regulations, check with your local electrical inspector before installation. To prevent electrical shock, turn off electricity at fuse box before proceeding.

Retain these instructions for maintenance reference.

302ESIC

302MRIC / 402MRIC

WOOD JOIST

 

VAPOUR BARRIER

 

EXTENDER

 

VAPOUR

 

 

 

 

 

BARRIER EXTENDER

 

 

FIXTURE

 

SILICONE

 

 

 

 

 

 

SEALER

 

 

 

OR OTHER

VAPOUR BARRIER

FIG.1

VAPOUR BARRIER

FIG.2

WITH VAPOUR BARRIER COVER: NºVBE300 (Order separately)

1.

Select a location for the fixture.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Fasten the edge of the vapour barrier cover under the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

wood joist. (Fig.1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Install the fixture (see step A, B and C).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Install the ceiling vapour barrier. (Fig.1)

 

 

 

 

 

MOUNTING

 

 

Note: Seal the edges of the vapour barrier cover and the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BAR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

vapour barrier. (Fig.2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FOR NEW CEILING:

 

 

 

 

 

A. MOUNTING BAR:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note-1: The mounting bars are extensible from 12½" to 29" max.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note-2: For off-centre installation, use 20" expandable mounting bars

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Nº1964, order separately).

 

 

 

 

 

1.

Insert the mounting bars into the proper openings on the short side or the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

long side of the mounting frame. (Fig.4)

 

 

 

 

 

BUILT-IN

 

 

NAILER

 

MOUNTING

 

WOOD

FRAME

 

JOIST

 

LOCKING

T A B S

FIG.3

MOUNTING

FIG.4

BAR

 

 

 

 

F L E X I B L E

LOCKING

 

WIRE

 

 

CLIP

 

"PRY-OUT"

 

 

PLUG

2.

Align the mounting bar with the bottom edge of the joist. (Fig.3)

3.

Push in the built-in nailer. (Fig.3)

 

MOUNTING

BAR

MOUNTING FRAME

JUNCTION B O X

B. MOUNTING FRAME:

1.Install the locking clip. (Fig.5)

Note-1: The locking clip is also available separately (Nº0098, order separately).

Note-2: To lock more securely into place fold the locking tabs. (Fig.4)

 

WIRE

 

CONNECTOR

FIG.5

FIG.6

C. WIRE-IN:

1.Remove the appropriate "Pry-out plug".

2.Insert the supply lead into the junction box:

a)If using FLEXIBLE CONDUIT: Use a BX connector (not provided).

b)If using FLEX WIRE: Insert under the wire connector. (Fig.6)

3.Connect the ground lead. (Fig.7,8)

4.Connect the white leads (NEUTRAL) together, and the black leads (120V) together. (Fig.7.8)

D. CEILING:

1. Cut a hole in the ceiling (3-3/4” for Model 302 or 4-3/4” for

Model 402), using the mounting frame as a template (if applicable).

THERMAL

PROTECTOR

LAMP

INPUT(120V)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NEUTRAL (white)

BALCK

WHITE

 

 

GROUND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOW VOLTAGE JUNCTION TANSFORMER

BOX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT(120V)

 

 

 

BLACK WHITE

 

 

 

 

 

NEUTRAL (white)

THERMAL

 

 

 

 

 

GROUND

PROTECTOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LAMP

JUNCTION

BOX

 

(Fig.9)

2.

Use the screws to adjust the housing height. Note: Ensure

 

that the housing is level with the ceiling. (Fig.10)

3.

Tighten the screws when completed. (Fig.10)

 

CAUTION: The lampholder must not be used for temporary lighting,

 

a protective glass is required for the lamp.

E.TRIM:

Install the trim using the appropriate sheet.

F. TRANSFORMER / REPLACEMENT:

Note: Before performing maintenance on the transformer, make sure that the electrical supply to the fixture is turned off.

1.Remove the housing and the two screws located inside. (Fig.10)

2.Push down on the spring tab and release the plate. (Fig.11, 12)

3.Remove the plate from the ceiling, disconnect the wiring , and change the transformer. (Fig.12)

4.Complete the connections following the wiring diagram (fig.7). Reinstall the plate onto the spring. (Fig.12)

5.Replace the housing into position. (Fig.10)

FIG.7

FIG.8

(MR)

(ES)

HOUSING

SCREWS

FIG.9

FIG.10

PLATE

TAB

FIG.11

FIG.12

 

 

SPRING

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Lightolier IS:F302IC instruction sheet 302ESIC, For NEW Ceiling Mounting BAR, Mounting Frame, Wire-In

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