GE PMGA Installation guide

Brand: GE

Model: PMGA

Type: Installation guide

GEH 3895F

INSTRUCTIONS

PERMA•GARD™ LUMINAIRE

READ THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING

THE OPERATING TEMPERATURE “T-CODE” LISTED

FOR THIS LUMINAIRE IS BASED ON THE FOLLOW-

ING BULB SIZES. USE OF OTHER THAN THESE

MAY RESULT IN A HIGHER OPERATING TEMPERA-

TURE AND COULD RESULT IN A HAZARDOUS

CONDITION.

LAMP TYPE WATTAGE BULB SIZE

HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM 70,100,150 ED 23 1/2

METAL HALIDE/MERCURY 175,250 ED28

GENERAL

This luminaire is designed for application in extremely

corrosive environments. Certain units, when properly labeled,

may be used in hazardous location environments and

outdoor saltwater marine locations as specified on the

nameplate.

CAUTION: When installing the luminaire in hazard-

ous locations check the operating temperature

limits prior to installation to be sure it conforms to

the environmental temperature restrictions and NEC

classifications.

UNPACKING

The ballast assembly, optical assembly, and mounting assembly

are separately packaged. Check to verify that the correct material

has been received. The components have been properly packed so

that no parts should have been damaged during transit. Inspect to

confirm.

INSTALLATION MOUNTING-CONDUIT

inch) by threading mounting assembly onto conduit hand

tight. Loosen locking nut until it disengages from mounting

hub and is free to move up conduit (See Figure A). This

exposes wrench flats and set screw provided on hanger hub.

Fully tighten hub onto conduit and tighten set screw to lock

hanger hub to conduit. (See Figure B).

Connect ground lead to screw provided in mounting hub.

Connect supply wires to electrical disconnect. Refasten

disconnect into mounting hub (See Figure C).

With Glass Globe With Reflector Assembly

CAUTION

Unit will fall if not installed properly

• Follow installation instructions

WARNING

Risk of electric shock

• Turn power off before servicing

– see instructions

WIRING

Make all electrical connections in accordance with

the National Electrical Code and any applicable local

code requirements.

Verify that supply voltage is correct by comparing it

to nameplate.

NOTE: When changing voltage on reconnectable

units, move only the lead with the insulated connec-

tor.

STANCHION ARM AND WALL BRACKET

INSTALLATION

Attached stanchion arm to a matching size pipe of 1

1/4 in. or 1 1/2 in. N.P.T. and tighten set screw.

Wall bracket should be attached to a mounting surface by

using four clearance holes in bracket flange. For wiring

remove appropriate plug to gain access to wiring compart-

ment. Electrical disconnect is prewired by factory. To install

ballast housing refer to ballast assembly installation instruc-

tions.

Remove electrical disconnect from hanger hub. Fasten the

mounting assembly to matching size conduit (3/4-in. or 1-

Figure A Figure B Figure C

These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equipment nor to provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection with installation, operation or

maintenance. Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise which are not covered sufficiently for the purchaser’s purposes, the matter should be referred

to GE Lighting Solutions.

Lighting Solutions

Single Voltage Units: All single voltage ballast assem-

blies are completely wired so that user must connect

only supply conductors to electrical disconnect.

Multi-Volt Units: Multivolt units are not factory

connected for any voltage. Voltage selection must be made

inside ballast housing. To connect for desired voltage

proceed as follows;

CAUTION: Make the connections prior to installing

the unit.

• Remove captive socket cannister assembly by loosening

two nuts and rotating counter-clockwise to allow nuts to

pass through keyway slots.

• Connect black lead with insulated terminal to desired

voltage terminal on ballast as specified on label.

• Replace socket cannister assembly, being careful not to

pinch any leads, and tighten nuts to 30 inch pounds.

INSTALLATION

BALLAST ASSEMBLY

With locking nut free to slide up conduit, align ballast

assembly and mounting assembly so that support pads on

mounting hub will pass between support lugs on ballast

housing. Raise ballast assembly up over mounting hub

support pads and rotate clockwise until it drops securely

into seated position. Electrical connections will automati-

cally be made during assembly operation. Check for proper

engagement by trying to rotate ballast assembly counter-

clockwise while it is supported by mounting assembly.

After assuring that ballast assembly is properly seated,

screw locking nut onto hanger hub and FIRMLY

TIGHTEN until gasket is compressed against ballast

housing and sealing gland is compressed around support

conduit. Once locking nut is in position it should not be

possible to disconnect or rotate ballast assembly without

loosening nut again.

NOTE: It is recommended that, after final

installation, a thin layer of a silicone sealant

be added all around joint where the conduit

enters sealing gland as a further precaution

against water entering fixture.

LAMP INSTALLATION

Use only lamps specified on nameplate. Observe

lamp manufacturer’s recommendations and restrictions

on lamp operation, particularly ballast type, burning

position, etc.

Lamp Tightness – Mogul Base Lamp: The lamp should

be securely inserted to the NEMA-EEI specified torque of 35

inch-pounds, which is best achieved by very firmly

tightening to insure application of sufficient torque.

Tightening must be sufficient to fully depress and load

the center contact of the socket.

Lamp Tightness – Medium Base Lamp: The lamp

should be tightened to a light firmness sufficient to depress

the center contact.

OPTICAL INSTALLATION

GLASS GLOBE

Attach the globe by threading firmly into the bottom of

the ballast housing.

ACCESSORIES

External Reflector: Thread the reflector firmly onto the

bottom of the ballast housing. Tighten the set screw.

Globe Guard: Insert the protective guard into the ballast

housing and turn clockwise until retained by the detent.

OPTICAL INSTALLATION

REFLECTOR/LENS ASSEMBLY

Thread the reflector/lens assembly onto the bottom of

the ballast housing so that the gasket is compressed.

Tighten the set screw.

To relamp, loosen the set screw and unscrew the

complete optical assembly from the ballast housing.

FUSING

Fuses, if supplied, are located inside the ballast housing.

Access is through the socket cannister assembly opening.

Branch circuit fusing is recommended rather than

individual fusing. Individual fusing may cause unnecessary

maintenance and will not protect the lamp ballast.

MAINTENANCE

It will occasionally be necessary to clean the optical

assembly in order to maintain the light level. Frequency of

cleaning will depend on the dirt level in the user’s facility

and the minimum light level which is acceptable. The

optical assembly should be cleaned with any suitable

non-abrasive glass-cleaning solution, soap, or detergent,

and rinsed with clean water. The glassware may be cleaned

with any conventional glass cleanser. Use of abrasive

cleaners will shorten the life of any reflector surface.

35-201578-C5 (1/00)

CAUTION

Risk of burn

• Allow lamp/fixture to cool before

handling

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