Installation Instructions
RT5R Relight Assembly
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AFTER INSTALLATION.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS MAY RESULT
IN DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY OR SIGNIFICANT PROPERTY DAMAGE. For your protection,
read and follow these warnings and instructions carefully before installing or maintaining this equipment. These
instructions do not attempt to cover all installation and maintenance situations. If you do not understand these
instructions or additional information is required, contact Acuity Brands Lighting or your local Acuity Brands
Lighting distributor.
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. Never connect to, disconnect from or service while circuit
equipment is energized.
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE. Lamps are hot. Keep combustible materials away from hot parts. Observe
lamp manufacturer’s warnings, recommendations and restrictions on lamp operation and maintenance. Make
sure lamps are correctly installed. Use supply conductors with a minimum insulation temperature rating as
specifi ed on equipment.
WARNING: Do not use abrasive materials, glass cleaners or other solvents on refl ector or lens. Use of these
substances may damage fi xture, which may result in personal injury.
WARNING: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. This equipment may have sharp edges. Wear gloves to
prevent cuts or abrasions when removing from carton, handling and maintaining this equipment.
Do not install a damaged fi xture.
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This equipment must be installed in accordance with all applicable installation codes and ordinances.•
Proper grounding is required to ensure personal safety.•
All service shall be performed by qualifi ed service personnel. This equipment must be installed and •
maintained in accordance with all applicable installation codes by a person familiar with the construction
and operation of this product and any hazards involved.
CAUTION: Observe lamp manufacturer’s recommendations and restrictions on lamp operation, including
but not limited to ballast type, burning position, replacement and cycling. We recommend only lamps that
comply with applicable ANSI standards.
All fl uorescent lamps contain mercury. Follow disposal laws. See www.lamprecycle.org or contact your state
environmental protection department for more information.
Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. assumes no responsibility for claims arising out of improper or careless installation or
handling of this product.
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Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc.
One Lithonia Way
Conyers, GA 30012
770-922-9000
U21299
REV. A
4/17/2008
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Class R Type II Refl ector Retrofi t Kit
Installation Instructions for Fixture Conversion Retrofi t Classifi ed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
Refl ector Kit Type II: Refl ector installation or replacement
Lamp holder relocation, removal or replacement
Ballast relocation, removal, replacement or addition
Installation Instructions
The installation of the Class R refl ector kit Type II shall be performed by qualifi ed personnel by completing the steps listed
below.
This retrofi t kit will consist of:
(2) end brackets
(1) light engine with prewired ballast and sockets (ballast will be Class P with UL approvals and wiring diagrams
on label)
(1) splice box
(1) trim assembly and mounting hardware consisting of:
(7) #8 self-drilling TEK screws
(2) #8 x .25 screws
Job packs will have screws bulk-packed with each pallet of kits.
Verify the contents of the retrofi t kit by using the diagram below.
End Brackets Splice Box
Light Engine Trim
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Step One:
Remove existing components from host fi xture.
Locate the fl uorescent lighting fi xture that is to be retrofi tted. Turn off power.
WARNING: Electrical shock can occur during retrofi t component installation if power is not turned off.
WARNING: Installation of this retrofi t assembly requires a person familiar with the construction and operation of
fl uorescent luminaire electrical system and the hazard involved.
WARNING: Unless otherwise indicated, do not make or alter any opening in the compartment of wiring or electrical
components during installation of this retrofi t assembly.
WARNING: Ensure that existing fi xture is and remains properly connected to building ground.
Use of any other than Lithonia Lighting supplied screws to install assembly may result in ungrounded fi xture
components.
Remove existing louver, lamps and channel cover. Identify power supply wires to disconnect. Follow installation step
2 wiring option A or B based on incoming supply wire. Remove ballast, sockets and lampholder bracket. Recycle or
properly dispose of all components removed from host fi xture.
Step Two:
Install relight assembly.
Install end brackets to 2’ length (socket side) of fi xture. Install end bracket assembly by inserting bottom fl ange between
bottom of fi xture end plate and tee-bar. Center end bracket and attach using two 8-32 self-drilling TEK screws through
the small holes at the top of the bracket (provided). Repeat on opposite end of fi xture as shown.
Hang light engine (with lamps and ballast installed) assembly by sliding open slots over the tabs on the universal brackets
as shown with ballast facing the back of the host fi xture.
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Option A: Fixture supply
wire is (2) #18AWG solid
1) Remove splice to
existing ballast.
2) Connect #18AWG black
and white to RT5R ballast
disconnect.
Option B: Fixture supply
wire is any other than (2) #18
AWG solid
1) Cut ballast input leads 6"
from splice and strip lead
to 3/8".
2) Connect #18 AWG black
and white (old ballast
input lead) to RT5R ballast
disconnect.
3) Install splice box to cover
input wire splice, using two
TEK screws.
TEK SCREWS
BRACKET
REFLECTOR HANGING TABS
END
FLANGE SITS ON T-BAR
BENEATH FIXTURE
BENEATH FIXTURE
FLANGE SITS ON T-BAR
END
REFLECTOR HANGING TABS
BRACKET
TEK SCREWS
OLD BALLAST INPUT LEADS
Make wire connections and ground assembly to host fi xture per option A or B based on existing fi xture supply wire.
SPLICE BOX
GROUND STRAP
LIGHT ENGINE
BDP TEK SCREWS
TEK SCREW
LIGHT ENGINE
GROUND STRAP
BDP
TEK SCREW
Rotate light engine up to horizontal position and secure to opposite end brackets with two TEK screws (provided).
Trim hinges and latches from either side. Simply slide hinge into slot’s universal bracket assembly, close door and engage
cam latches.
Help save our environment by recycling all remaining components.
Save these instructions.
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