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EPL-MJ-XXW-LED Series 

Explosion Proof LED Jar Light

Instruction Manual

WARNING 

TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE, EXPLOSION OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE INSTALLED, 

INSPECTED  AND  MAINTAINED  BY  A  QUALIFIED  ELECTRICIAN  ONLY,  IN  ACCORDANCE  WITH  ALL 

APPLICABLE ELECTRICAL CODES. 

TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK: 

BE CERTAIN ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF BEFORE AND DURING INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE.

PRODUCT  MUST  BE  CONNECTED  TO  A  WIRING  SYSTEM  WITH  AN  EQUIPMENT-GROUNDING

CONDUCTOR.

TO AVOID EXPLOSION: 

MAKE SURE THE SUPPLY VOLTAGE IS WITHIN THE VOLTAGE RATING.

ENSURE THE MARKED T RATING IS  LESS THAN THE IGNITION TEMPERATURE OF THE HAZARDOUS

ATMOSPHERE.

DO  NOT  OPERATE  IN  AMBIENT  TEMPERATURES  ABOVE  THOSE  INDICATED  ON  THE  PRODUCT

NAMEPLATE.

DO  NOT  OPERATE  IF  THE  LENS,  CORD,  SEALS,  HOUSING,  RECEPTACLES,  ETC.  IS  CRACKED  OR

DAMAGED. IF SO, DISCONTINUE USE AND CONTACT MANUFACTURER FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS.

ALL FASTENERS SHOULD BE PROPERLY SEATED.

The Larson Electronics Explosion Proof LED Jar Light provides operators with a powerful alternative to traditional hazardous 

location luminaries, including metal halide, high pressure sodium, mercury vapor, halogen, CFL and incandescent lamps. 

This LED unit carries an IP67 waterproof rating and features an extended lifespan of 75,000+ hours. Compatible with ceiling, 

wall, and pendant mount installations, the mason jar style fixture is field serviceable and features pyramid light distribution 

that closely resembles traditional bulbs.

Larson Electronics, LLC

 

Phone: (877) 348-9680

 Fax: (903) 498-3364 

 www.larsonelectronics.com 

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Mounting

The EPL-MJ series LED light fixture is available with several 

different mounting configurations, specified when ordering. Find 

your chosen mount configuration below for specifics:

Pendant:

Pendant mount lights will get a threaded plate that attaches to the 

top of the fixture to allow for pipe to be threaded directly into it. 

Using the provided gasket in the groove on the underside of the 

plate, pull the wiring through the threaded hole on the plate and 

secure it to the fixture using the provided hardware kit. There 

should be one screw and one lock washer for each hole. Be sure 

the gasket stays in position and provides a good seal once the 

screws are secure. Fixture is now ready to be pendant mounted. 

Follow all applicable local and national electrical and building 

codes when completing the installation. 

Ceiling:

Ceiling mount lights will get a surface mount junction box to mount 

to the top of the fixture that will allow it to be mounted to any flat 

surface capable of supporting the load. Using the provided gasket

to seal between the junction box and the fixture, attach the junction box to the fixture using the provided hardware kit, pulling 

the wiring into the junction box to allow for connections. There should be one screw and one lock washer for each hole. Be 

sure the gasket stays in position and provides a good seal once the screws are secure. Fixture is now ready to be surface 

mounted using the pre-drilled mounting holes in the flange of the base. 

Wall:

Wall mount lights will get a surface mount junction box and elbow extension to mount to the top of the fixture that will allow it 

to be mounted to a wall. Using the provided gasket to seal between the junction box and elbow extension, attach the two 

pieces together using the provided hardware, as shown in the picture above. Once the elbow extension and junction box 

-Pendant

-Ceiling

-Wall

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