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Metrex Egress
METEC
Series
Installation Instructions
Applications
Metrex Egress METEC Series wall surface mount combination
exit sign and unit equipment for high abuse environments. See
fixture label for restrictions.
THIS PRODUCT MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE APPLICABLE INSTALLATION CODE BY A
PERSON FAMILIAR WITH THE CONSTRUCTION AND
OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT AND THE HAZARDS
INVOLVED. FOLLOW ANY SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS ON
LUMINAIRE LABELS.
Preparation
Read all fixture markings and labels to insure correct
installation of the fixture. Additional information may be
located on the fixture or in supplemental instructions sheets,
separate from this instruction sheet, regarding orientation,
mounting restrictions and optional equipment.
For Peace of Mind Warranty, fixture must be mounted to
building with at least 4 fasteners (4 point mounting).
Attachment to the electrical box only is NOT recommended.
WARNING: Disconnect power to the circuit before wiring
fixture.
Minimum 12” supply wire pigtails must extend from electrical
junction box for field connections within fixture enclosure.
Installation
Disassembly
(Figs.1, 2): Remove SHIELD by loosening (4)
CAPTIVE SCREWS at corners. Remove INNER COVER by
disengaging snaps where shown. Loosen (2) screws retaining
REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY. Shift and remove. Remove (4) CHASSIS
SCREWS and set aside for reuse. Remove ELECTRICAL CHASSIS
assembly.
Mounting
Place HOUSING over an installed electrical
junction box (drill points provided for temporary j-box
attachment prior to permanent mounting). Locate and drill 4
pilot holes in mounting surface using HOUSING as a template.
(Fig.3): For wet location installation, attach self-adhesive pad
GASKETS to HOUSING at (4) mounting holes and center wiring
hole. Using ¼” fasteners and anchors appropriate for the
mounting surface (not supplied), attach HOUSING to structure.
Figure 1
Figure 2
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.
Equipment should be mounted in locations and at heights where it will not be readily subject to tampering by
unauthorized personnel.
The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
Caution: Halogen cycle lamps are used in this equipment. To avoid shattering: Do not operate lamp in excess of rated
voltage, protect lamp against abrasion and scratches and against liquids when lamp is operating, dispose of lamp
with care.
Halogen cycle lamps operate at high temperatures. Do not store or place flammable materials near lamp.
Do not use this equipment for other than intended use.
Servicing of this equipment should be performed by qualified personnel.
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