INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS
T8 LED SIGN TUBE
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Align the two laser marks
Align the two laser marks
Fig.1
1. Make sure POWER IS OFF, remove diffuser
(If applicable), fluorescent tubes, lens and wiring if
applicable.
2. Confirm that the Lamp Holders in the fixture are in
good shape and are bi-pin R17D Lamp Holders.
3. Access sign raceway/wiring box. Ballast
configuration should be similar to one of the
diagrams.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(Cont’d)
4. Remove the all leads of the electronic ballast in
the previous luminaire. Cut as far away from the
lamp holders to allow for longer lengths of wire
at both lamp holders (Note: Ballast must be
retained in place.)
5. If a disconnect switch is integral to the disconnect
ballast, the disconnect switch will need to be
relocated and mounted to a visible location on the
sign. Make sure the electrical rating of the switch or
circuit breaker is not exceeded. See “Mounting
Instructions for Disconnect Switch”
6. Confirm that power is still disconnected from fixture
and fixture is properly grounded.
7. Follow the step below to install single lamp or
multiple lamps
Single Lamp
Multiple Lamps
8. Complete all electrical connections with
appropriate connectors/wire nuts as needed, per
all local and national electrical codes.
9. Install Sign tubes, Align laser marks.
(Fig.1)
Cut wires
Cut wires
Connect with wire nuts
Cut wires
Cut wires
Black
Parallel
Series
White
Ground
Blue
Blue
Blue
Blue
Blue
Blue
Blue
Blue
Red
Red
Blue
Blue
Orange/Black
Orange/Black
Orange
Orange
Red
Red
White
Black
Line
Brown
Brown
Blue/White
Blue/White
Yellow
Yellow
Black (Line)
Black (Line)
White (Neutral)
White (Neutral)
Parallel
Series
Connect the line AC wire to one lampholder and the
neutral AC wire to lampholder on the opposite end.
If only one lamp is being, proceed to step 8.
Rewire the fixture using existing lampholders as
shown below according to the original ballast wiring
configuration. Maximum 8 tubes used.
Note: Ensure the minimum spacing between the side
and side of the lamp is 85mm (3.35 in.)
