Emergency Ballast Installation and User`s Manual
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1. nstallation and User Ss Manual EMERGENCY BALLAST MODEL NB24 T5T8 01E Rev 031114 Please contact Customer Support at 1 800 24VOLTS for further information Merge wv ALLIANCE LISTED Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other countries throughout the world Emergency Ballast Installation and Users Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT NEXTEK POWER SYSTEMS 3 INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW 4 1 0 SAFETY 5 2 0 STANDARDS amp REQUIREMENTS 6 3 0 REGULATORY INFORMATION 7 4 0 TRAINING 7 5 0 FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS 8 6 0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 9 7 0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 10 7 1 EMERGENCY BALLAST INSTALLATION 10 7 2 WIRING A 2 LAMP BALLAST TO AN EMERGENCY BALLAST FIXTURE 12 8 0 NOTES 13 For more information Nextek Power Systems Tel 313 887 1321 www nextekpower com Detroit Michigan 48202 Fae 3188879483 info nextekpower com 2 Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other countries throughout the world Rev 031114 Emergency Ballast nstallation and Users Manual ABOUT NEXTEK POWER SYSTEMS Nextek Power Systems AC DC integration technology represents a breakthrough in on site electrical management combining the availability of AC power with the quality and efficiency of a DC supply NEXTEK PRODUCT BENEFITS e Easy conversion of AC lighting fixtures to DC powered units e Easy conversion of AC grid2. operating instructions for the Nextek Emergency Ballast Installation Kit The following symbols are used throughout this manual to indicate potentially dangerous conditions or mark important safety instructions DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury performing this task CAUTION Indicates a critical procedure for safe and proper operation of the controller gt NOTE Indicates a procedure or function that is important for the safe and proper operation of the controller WARNING A Indicates a potentially dangerous condition Use extreme caution when 1 2 Before using the Emergency Ballast Installation Kit read all instructions and cautionary markings 1 3 Electrical hazards are probably the most common hazards throughout the industry Virtually all workplaces have electrical installations and use electricity 1 4 Itis very important that all industry employees be familiar with electrical hazards and know how to protect themselves when working on near or with electricity In most cases industry electrical and electronic equipment is designed for both maximum safety and efficiency However potentially hazardous conditions such as inadvertent contact with hazardous voltages may exist while performing servicing and maintenance handling materials or cleaning 1 5 The improper use of electrical extension cords and portable electrical equipment can re
3. power into DC power for commercial building applications e Highly efficient management of peak loads e Future proof lighting and other systems to be developed e Nextek Power Systems Direct Coupling Technology directly connects clean power generated at a building to its electronic loads inside cutting down on over all power consumption boosts electricity generated and stored on site and delivers a robust renewable energy ready network DISCLAIMER Nextek Power Systems has made every reasonable effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this catalog Nextek Power Systems does not guarantee that the information is error free nor do we make any other representation warranty or guarantee that the information is accurate correct reliable or current Nextek Power Systems Inc reserves the right to make any adjustments to the information contained herein at any time without notice The specifications in this catalog are for reference purposes only and are subject to change without notice Consult Nextek Power Systems for the latest design specifications All trademarks are either the exclusive property of Nextek Power Systems Inc or other companies Copyright 2013 2014 by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and other countries throughout the world Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other countries throughout the world 3 Rev 031114 Emergency Ballast I
4. LIFICATIONS 4 1 Installation work and electrical wiring of permanently connected power units must be performed only by qualified service personnel in accordance with all applicable codes and standards including fire rated construction Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other countries throughout the world 7 Rev 031114 Emergency Batfast 5 0 Installation and Users Manual BALLAST FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS 5 1 Features e Low voltage 2 wire 24VDC e Very high charge efficiency with Auto Polarity correction e Sound rated A e The NB24 T5T8 01E fluorescent emergency ballast works in conjunction with a DC ballast to convert new or existing fluorescent fixtures into emergency lighting The NB24 T5T8 01E emergency ballast consists of a high temperature 5 2 Technical Specifications U S Patent Pending Operating Voltage 24VDC nominal Operating Current 140 mA Rated Inrush Current 250mA for 1 sec Illumination time 90 min Initial Light Output Up to 650 Lumens Test switch Single Pole Charge indicator light LED Battery High Temperature Maintenance Free nickel cadmium battery charger and circuitry in one compact black case The NB24 T5T8 01E can be used with one 17 W 54 W 2 4 T5 T8 or BIAX fluorescent lamp The NB24 T5T8 01E is suitable for indoor locations It is not suitable for air handling heated air outlets or wet or hazardous l
5. VDC ballast from the lamp 7 1 8 2 Connect the Blue lead on the Emergency ballast to one of the blue leads on the 24VDC ballast using a wire nut or similar disconnect 7 1 8 3 Connect the Blue and White lead on the emergency ballast to the other Blue lead on the 24VDC ballast using a wire nut or similar disconnect 7 1 8 4 Connect the Red lead of the emergency ballast non LED lead to one of the Red leads of the 24VDC ballast and the lamp using the wire nut that is currently used to connect the lamp and the Red 24VDC ballast lead this will be a 3 wire connection 24VDC ballast lead emergency ballast lead and lamp lead Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other countries throughout the world 11 Rev 031114 Emergency Ballast nstallation and Users Manual 7 0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 7 1 8 5 Connect the Yellow lead of the emergency ballast to one of the lamp leads previously disconnected from the two Blue 24VDC ballast leads 7 1 8 6 Connect the Yellow and Black lead of the emergency ballast to the other lamp lead previously disconnected from the two Blue 24VDC ballast leads 7 1 8 7 Disconnect the two Black 24VDC ballast leads from the 24VDC input leads 7 1 8 8 Connect the two Black emergency ballast leads to the 24VDC input leads 7 1 8 9 Connect the two Black 24VDC ballast leads to the Gray leads of the emergency ballast using wire nuts o
6. g old ballasts or wiring or otherwise working with the unit 1 8 INSTALLATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1 8 1 Mount the ballasts indoors only Prevent exposure to the elements 1 8 2 Power connections must remain tight to avoid excessive heating from a loose connection 1 8 3 Use properly sized conductors and circuit interrupters 1 8 4 The Nextek Ballast Installation Kit is to be connected to DC circuits only 2 0 STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS 2 1 All DC cable types must meet all local and national codes 2 2 Shut off all DC circuit breakers or fuses before installing any unit into the field 3 1 NOTE This section contains important information for safety and regulatory requirements 6 Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other countries throughout the world Rev 031114 Emergency Ballast nstallation and Users Manual 3 0 REGULATORY INFORMATION 3 2 Be Emergency Ballast Installation Kit should be installed by a qualified technician according to the electrical rules of the country in which the product will be installed 3 3 Nextek ballasts comply with the following EMC standards 3 3 1 FFC Part 18 Class A 3 3 2 IEC EN55015 Class A 3 4 A means shall be provided to ensure all the poles are disconnected from the power supply This disconnection shall be incorporated in the fixed wiring 3 5 FCC Requirements This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is
7. nstallation and Users Manual INTRODUCTION Nextek Ballasts Nextek s Emergency Ballasts are designed for use in direct current DC systems These ballasts provide current to luminaires during power outages while safely disconnecting primary ballasts from the power system Emergency ballasts work by utlizing 3 switches each of which changes state depending on whether power is on or off The first switch is connected to the DC input of the emergency ballast This switch connects the 24VDC input of the 24VDC ballast to the 24VDC bus When the bus loses power this switch is opened to remove the 24VDC ballast from power and shutting it down The other two switches are on the outputs to the lamp of the 24VDC ballast and the emergency ballast When the 24VDC input is present these switches connect the 24VDC ballast s output leads to the lamp When the 24VDC is removed the switches open and disconnect the 24VDC ballast from the lamp and connect to the emergency ballast across the lamp so that it can ignite the lamp The Nextek emergency ballast is an instant start ballast and ignites the lamp using high frequency moderate voltage across the lamp s arc 4 Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other countries throughout the world Rev 031114 Emergency Ballast Installation and Users Manual 1 00 SAFETY 1 1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important safety and
8. ntries throughout the world 9 Rev 031114 Emergency Ballast Installation and Users Manual 7 0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 7 1 EMERGENCY BALLAST INSTALLATION EMERGENCY BALLAST WIRING DIAGRAM CONTROL GRAY DIMMING LINE BLUE Ballast LINEAR T5 T8 stack DIMMING TNE Emergency Ballast Connect to activate the emergency ballast FA gt NOTE If an AC ballast has been previously installed in the location refer to the Nextek Ballast Retrofit Kit Installation and User Manual for ballast removal procedures The manual is available for download at http nextekpower com support installation manuals 7 1 2 WARNING Shock Hazard At the supply panel disconnect power to the luminaire s WARNING Risk of fire or electric shock Luminaire wiring and electrical parts may be damaged when drilling for installation of unit Check for enclosed wiring and components 7 1 3 Mount the emergency ballast in the fixture with the ballast it will backup 7 1 4 Prepare the ballast mounting location Refer to the luminaire manufacturer s instructions or drawings to identify the mounting locations and any specific electrical location requirements or special instructions 7 1 4 1 Select a ballast mounting location within the luminaire that leaves sufficient length to route the ballast s wires to the fixture connections 7 1 5 Slotted mounting holes for the ballasts are located on the flanges that protrude from the bottom of the unit hou
9. ocations Please call for specific information about lamp and ballast compatibility Single Lamp Operation Lamp Type Lumens Pite 600 F25T8 F32T8 650 FT40BX F24T5HO 425 F5aTSHO F28T5 775 F2iTS Nickel Cadmium 7 10 year life expectancy In emergency lighting mode Charge Current Recharge time Dimensions Weight 200 280mA max 24 hours 1 7inW x 1 2 in Hx 14 2 ink 44 mm W x 31 mm H x 362 mm L 1 6 Ibs 700 g All specifications are subject to change without notice For wattages other than 32 please contact Nextek Power Systems Inc at 1 877 24VOLTS 5 3 Enclosure Diagram 3124 mm 2 3 in 24 0 men 0 9 in HAmm L2H lt _ gt 5 4 Kit contents Ballast 347 0 mm 13 75 in 362 0 mm 14 2 in Installation and User Manual Installation hardware Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other countries throughout the world Rev 031114 Emergency Ballast Installation and Users Manual 6 0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 6 1 Recommended Tools 6 1 1 This installation may require the following depending on the installation of specific ballasts and existing wiring 2 and 0 Phillips screwdrivers Slotted screwdriver Wire strippers Wire cutters Pliers Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other cou
10. r similar disconnects 7 1 8 10 After completing the previous steps re energize the system Once re energized short connect the two brown leads to activate the emergency ballast so that it will provide backup power 7 1 9 Replace any covers or diffusers removed during the installation 7 1 10 Plug any unused openings in the luminaire 7 2 WIRING A 2 LAMP BALLAST TO AN EMERGENCY BALLAST FIXTURE 7 2 1 Follow the wiring diagram below to ensure correct connections DIMMING CONTROL GRAY A LAME BALLAST lt YELLOW 2 PURPLE BLACK 24VDC IN BLACK 24VDC IN 2 m GRAY or BLK WHT 2 25 RED 1 and WHT 1 to LED ea BROWN 2 Connect to activate z i RED 1 LAMP 1 E LAMP 2 Disconnects Wire Nuts Lamp Holder must not be shorted 12 Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other countries throughout the world Rev 031114 Emergencyallast Installation Manual permes wit cee of fon tiioann lamps Fa TSH FT ati 8 0 NOTES Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other countries throughout the world 13 Rev 031114 OND NEXTEK For more information Nextek Power Systems Tel 313 887 1321 A 461 Burroughs Street Toll free 1 877 24 VOLTS Me rge Detroit Michigan 48202 Fax 313 887 9433 ALLIANCE www nextekpower com info nextekpower com R E G ILS T E RED
11. sing 10 Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other countries throughout the world Rev 031114 Emergency Ballast Installation and Users Manual 7 0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 7 1 6 For pre existing mounting studs or holes 7 1 6 1 Carefully align the ballast slot to one mounting hole or stud and insert a sheet metal screw 7 1 6 2 Do not tighten the screw completely Leave a 1 4 6 mm gap between the mounting surface and screw head 7 1 6 3 Carefully align the ballast slot to one mounting hole or stud and insert a sheet metal screw 7 1 6 4 When the ballast is properly positioned tighten both 2 screws 7 1 6 5 Proceed to step 7 1 8 7 1 7 Fora surface with no pre existing mounting studs or holes 7 1 7 1 Place a mark on the mounting surface for one of the mounting holes in accordance with the luminaire manufacturer s instructions or drawings 7 1 7 2 Use a self tapping sheet metal screw to insert the first screw at the mark 7 1 7 3 Do not tighten the screw completely Leave a 1 4 6 mm gap between the mounting surface and screw head 7 1 7 4 Mark the second mounting hole location for the ballast 7 1 7 5 Carefully align the ballast slot to the second mounting hole and insert a sheet metal screw 7 1 7 6 When the ballast is properly positioned tighten both 2 screws 7 1 8 Ballast Wiring Instructions 7 1 8 1 Disconnect the Blue ballasts leads on the 24
12. subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Nextek Power Systems Inc for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 18 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communication However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 4 0 INSTALLATION QUA
13. sult in hazardous exposure 1 6 A WARNING RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK 1 6 1 This Emergency Ballast Installation Kit requires knowledge of fluorescent lighting luminaires electrical systems If not qualified do not attempt installation Contact a qualified electrician 1 6 2 Install this kit only in luminaires that have similar features and dimensions as the photographs and or drawings shown here Copyright 2013 2014 all rights reserved by Nextek Power Systems Inc in the United States and in other countries throughout the world 5 Rev 031114 Emergency Ballast Installation and Users Manual 1 0 SAFETY 1 6 3 To prevent wiring damage or abrasion do not expose wiring to edges of sheet metal or other sharp objects 1 6 4 Only those open holes indicated in the photographs and or drawings may be made or altered as a result of kit installation Do not leave any other open holes in an enclosure of wiring or electrical components 1 6 5 Before wiring 24VDC supply to ballasts remove any old AC wiring including any ground wires between the line voltage ballast and the nearest junction box 1 7 DANGER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1 7 1 Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the ballasts There are no user serviceable parts inside Nextek ballasts 1 7 2 Install external fuses breakers as required 1 7 3 Disconnect power to the luminaire before installing the ballasts removin
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