EPO-20A
Larson Electronics, LLC
Phone: (800) 369-6671
Fax: (903) 498-3364
www.larsonelectronics.com
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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:
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BE CERTAIN ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF BEFORE AND DURING INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE.
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PRODUCT MUST BE CONNECTED TO A WIRING SYSTEM WITH AN EQUIPMENT-GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR.
TO AVOID EXPLOSION:
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MAKE SURE THE SUPPLY VOLTAGE IS WITHIN THE VOLTAGE RATING.
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ENSURE THE MARKED T RATING IS LESS THAN THE IGNITION TEMPERATURE OF THE HAZARDOUS
ATMOSPHERE.
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DO NOT OPERATE IN AMBIENT TEMPERATURES ABOVE THOSE INDICATED ON THE PRODUCT
NAMEPLATE.
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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.
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ALL FASTENERS SHOULD BE PROPERLY SEATED.
WARNING:
USER SHOULD BE TRAINED IN THE PROPER USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS DEVICE. WHEN EXTENSION
CORD IS CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE IN HAZARDOUS AREA, PLUG AND MATCHING RECEPTACLE
MUST BE SUITABLE FOR HAZARDOUS LOCATION INVOLVED. IMPROPER USE OF THIS DEVICE, ASSOCIATED
PLUG, RECEPTACLE, AND CORD CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURIES OR DEATH TO PERSONNEL.
PERIODIC INSPECTION OF THE RECEPTACLE AND CORD IS NECESSARY.
THE CORD MUST BE ROUTINELY CHECKED FOR CUTS, BREAKS, OR ANY SEVERE ABRASIONS, AND IF ANY
ARE FOUND, THE CORD MUST BE REPLACED BEFORE RESUMING USE OF THE UNIT.
ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY MUST BE “OFF” BEFORE AND DURING INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE.
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A TRAINED AND COMPETENT
ELECTRICIAN.
IF ANY PARTS OF THE RECEPTACLE OR PLUG APPEAR TO BE MISSING, BROKEN, OR SHOW SIGNS OR
DAMAGE, DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY. REPLACE WITH THE PROPER REPLACEMENT PART(S) BEFORE
CONTINUING SERVICE.
The Larson Electronics EPO-20A Explosion Proof Outlet is designed for power connections in combustible facilities and
hazardous locations. This receptacle is rated at 20 amps and operates with 125V AC or 250V AC. Constructed of
copper-free aluminum with an electrostatically applied baked powder epoxy/polyester finish, the NEMA rated outlet is
protected by a heavy-duty cover.
WIRING
Standard pigtail(flying leads) wiring
We strongly encourage a licensed electrician install this product
, in all locations especially in outdoor areas
where weatherproofing may be required. Universal voltage driver permits operation at
125V or 250V.
Warning:
Check product label for correct input voltage!
Attach supply line wires to the appropriate light fixture wires as shown
in the diagram
Secure each pair of wires according to the diagram. Utilize a junction box or
similar device and take precautionary steps for weatherproofing all
connections if installed in a location where water may come in contact with the
unit. Ensure the unit is properly grounded and that wiring is done according to
all local and national electrical/building codes.
