Power Failure Path Lighting
Remove existing receptacle from the wall box (if necessary).
Strip building wires to 7/16”.
Connect the BLACK wire to the line building wire,
using a twist connector (provided).
Connect the WHITE wire to the neutral building wire,
using a twist connector (provided).
Optional: connect the RED wire to the smoke alarm
wire, using a twist connector (provided).
NOTE: Insert wires straight into twist connector, then
twist clockwise. Make sure all twist connectors are
tight. Secure each twist connector with electrical
tape. Make sure no bare wire shows below the twist
connector.
Connect the ground wire from the box to the GREEN
screw on the EL500 unit. If there is no ground wire,
ground the EL500 unit to the box. If a plastic box,
connect to ground as supplied.
Tuck wires into wall box leaving room for the EL500
unit.
Using screws provided, mount the EL500 unit to the wall box,
then install wall plate.
Turn power back on at the service panel.
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Installation and User Instructions
MODEL EL500
NOTE: This unit must be connected to the same circuit as the
smoke detectors.
Turn off power at the service panel by REMOVING FUSE or
TURNING THE CIRCUIT BREAKER OFF.
Test to VERIFY that the power is off.
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Before You Begin
EL500 Standard Wiring Diagram
EL500 Standard Wiring Diagram
EL500 Smoke Alarm Option Wiring Diagram
EL500 277VAC Wiring Diagram
Voltage — 120 Volts, 50/60 Hz
Consumption — 17.0 watts max.
Battery — Single rechargeable AA NiMH provides 4 hours life in use
Light Source — 3 high-output white LEDs
Temperature Operating Range — 32°F to 104°F / 0°C to 40°C
Storage Range — -31°F to 158°F / -35°C to 70°C
Environmental — 10% to 95% non-condensing relative humidity
For Indoor Use Only
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Specifications
Installation
Electrical shock hazard. To avoid fire, shock, or death, turn off power
at circuit breaker and test that power is off before wiring.
Follow local electrical codes during installation.
Connect to copper conductors only.
Connect to Class 1 wiring only.
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WARNING
No user-serviceable parts.
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NOTICE
