Federal Signal 225X Instructions D'installation page 3

INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL 225X ELECTRARAY™
LIGHT FOR USE IN HARSH ENVIRONMENTS/HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS
SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS, USERS AND MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL
Installation, maintenance and disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance with
It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be installed by a
trained electrician who is thoroughly familiar with and will follow all applicable national and local
codes in the country of use.
This device should be considered a part of the warning system and not the entire warning system.
The selection of the mounting location for the device, its controls and the routing of the wiring is to
be accomplished under the direction of the facilities engineer and the safety engineer. In addition,
listed below are some other important safety instructions and precautions you should follow:
• Read and understand all instructions before installing or operating this equipment.
• Do not connect this light to the system when power is on.
• After installation, ensure that the set screw is properly tightened and that threaded joints are fully
engaged.
• After installation, test the light system to ensure that it is operating properly.
• After testing is complete, provide a copy of this instruction sheet to all operating personnel.
• Establish a procedure to routinely check the light installation for integrity and proper operation.
Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, serious
injury, or death to you or others.
I. GENERAL.
The Model 225X Electraray Light is a UL listed visual signal for hazardous locations and has been
investigated by Underwriters Laboratories as meeting Type 4X (water tight and corrosion resis‑
tant) enclosure requirements. The Model 225X also meets IP66 (dust-tight and protection against
heavy seas) enclosure requirements. The unit is available for 120 Vac, 50/60 Hz and 230-240 Vac,
50/60 Hz.
II. INSTALLATION.
A. Unpacking.
Damaged domes can lead to explosions which could result in serious injury or death.
After unpacking the Model 225X, examine it for damage that may have occurred in transit. If
the equipment has been damaged, do not attempt to install or operate it, file a claim immedi‑
ately with the carrier stating the extent of the damage. Carefully check all envelopes, shipping
labels and tags before removing or destroying them.
B. Mounting.
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not install in a hazardous location if the operating
temperature exceeds the hazardous atmosphere's ignition temperature.
NOTE
national codes and standards.