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Assembly of VEX-8 inside NEMA enclosure for NY

1. Remove the front face of the VEX fixture using a screwdriver. (Fig. 1 and 2) 

2. Remove the LED indicator and test button from the side of the enclosure, making note of the location on the PCBA 

    where they are plugged in and discard. (Fig 3) 

3. Open the clear cover of the NEMA enclosure by flipping the plastic latches up. (Fig. 4)  

VEX-8 NEMA 

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

800.533.3948 • www.barronltg.com 

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10070205 REV 2 - 09/18

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

   When using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:
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DISCONNECT AC POWER SUPPLY BEFORE SERVICING.

•  Installation and servicing of this equipment should be performed by qualified service personnel only.

•  Ensure that the electrical wiring conforms to the National Electrical Code NEC® and local regulations if applicable.

•  Do not mount near gas or electrical heaters.

•  Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not be readily subjected to tampering by 

      

unauthorized personnel.

•  The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition. 

•  Any modification or use of non-original components will void the warranty and product liability.

•  Do not use this equipment for other than intended use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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Summary of Contents for Exitronix VEX-8 NEMA

Page 1: ...ions should always be followed including the following DISCONNECT AC POWER SUPPLY BEFORE SERVICING Installation and servicing of this equipment should be performed by qualified service personnel only Ensure that the electrical wiring conforms to the National Electrical Code NEC and local regulations if applicable Do not mount near gas or electrical heaters Equipment should be mounted in locations ...

Page 2: ... Fig 5 and 6 5 Using the supplied enclosure mounting template choose the necessary holes for the J box Fig 7 6 Center the template on the back of the NEMA box Fig 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 800 533 3948 www barronltg com 2 10070205 REV 2 09 18 5 6 7 8 VEX 8 NEMA Metal mounting plate ...

Page 3: ...s a hole in the center for the wires to pass through Fig 10 9 With the holes drilled pass the wires from the J box through the center hole Fig 11 10 Secure the NEMA enclosure to the J box using the necessary hardware provided by others Fig 12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 800 533 3948 www barronltg com 3 10070205 REV 2 09 18 9 10 11 12 VEX 8 NEMA ...

Page 4: ...2 Remove the center knockout from the back of the VEX fixture EXIT sign Fig 14 13 Remove any burrs from the hole if necessary and insert the plastic grommet Fig 15 and 16 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 800 533 3948 www barronltg com 4 10070205 REV 2 09 18 13 14 15 16 VEX 8 NEMA ...

Page 5: ...Fig 17 15 Pass the wires from the J box through the center hole of the VEX EXIT sign Fig 18 16 Place the VEX EXIT sign on the mounting plate making sure the sign sits behind the front lip of the mounting plate This will make it easier to make the wire connections Fig 19 and 20 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 800 533 3948 www barronltg com 5 10070205 REV 2 09 18 17 18 19 20 VEX 8 NEMA ...

Page 6: ...cal connections as follows Black 120VAC Orange 277VAC White Common Green Ground Note Cap unused leads to prevent shorting 19 With the proper connections made conceal the wires inside the J box all power supply wire connections need to be made inside the J box Snap on battery compartment until the tabs are locked and secured to prevent interference with the EXIT sign illumination Fig 23 and 24 INST...

Page 7: ...BA connector associated with the test button This will be the connector on the right Fig 26 22 Now locate the wire labeled AC ON from the button wire harness and plug it onto the PCBA connector associated with the LED Fig 27 This will be the connector on the left 23 The fixture is now completely wired Fig 28 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 800 533 3948 www barronltg com 7 10070205 REV 2 09 18 25 26 28 V...

Page 8: ... being sure it sits behind the front lip of the mounting plate Now slide the two plastic stoppers into the slots in the NEMA box as shown These prevent the fixture from falling forward Fig 31 26 With the two plastic stoppers in place close the lid of the NEMA enclosure Fig 31 and 32 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 800 533 3948 www barronltg com 8 10070205 REV 2 09 18 29 30 31 32 VEX 8 NEMA ...

Page 9: ...e mounting surface in order to prevent water from getting to the J box Fig 34 30 Now that the NEMA EXIT sign is installed turn the power ON Perform a test of the unit by depressing the illuminated test button for 1 second checking that the sign briefly flashes once Fig 36 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 800 533 3948 www barronltg com 9 10070205 REV 2 09 18 VEX 8 NEMA 33 34 33a 35 36 Test button ...

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