RAB SHARK Installation Instructions

Introduction

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Important Notes

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING FIXTURE. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

RAB fixtures must be wired in accordance with the National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes. Proper grounding is required for safety. 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.

WARNING: Make certain power is OFF before installing or maintaining fixture. No user serviceable parts inside.

CAUTION: For proper weatherproof function, all gaskets must be seated properly and all screws inserted and tightened firmly. Apply weatherproof silicone sealant around the edge of the ceiling mounting box and/or junction box. This is especially important with an uneven ceiling surface. Silicone all plugs and unused conduit entries.

Surface Mounting

The fixture is suitable for outdoor applications in wet locations, either ceiling or wall mounted.

1. Use appropriate mounting screws (not supplied) to secure the Surface Mounting Brackets (2 included for 2ft/4ft, 4 included for 8ft) to the Mounting Surface. Recommended distance center to center: 14-5/8" (SHARK 2ft), 37" (SHARK 4ft), or 17 3/4" (SHARK 8ft, with 4 brackets). Mount brackets symmetrically about the fixture's center and aligned with each other.
2. Unlatch the Lens and Tray Assembly from the Housing. Pre-installed Tether Cables (2) will prevent the Lens and Tray Assembly from falling.
   Diagram Description: Shows the fixture housing, lens and tray assembly, tether cables, latch, surface mounting brackets, and a conduit plug.
3. Feed supply wires through one of the Conduit Plugs (3 for 2ft/4ft, 8 for 8ft) to make electrical splices. Cord-grips (2 for 2ft/4ft, 4 for 8ft) are provided and can be used based on the application.
4. Use appropriate UL approved wire connectors as required by code to complete wiring with supply wires. Be careful not to pinch the wires.
   WARNING: To prevent wiring damage or abrasion, do not expose wiring to edges of sharp objects.
5. Secure the Lens and Tray Assembly to the Housing by clamping the Latch down. Be careful not to pinch wires. Check that the Gasket is fully seated.
6. Push the Housing into the Surface Mounting Brackets as shown. Ensure the Housing is secure to the brackets.
   Diagram Description: Illustrates the fixture housing being secured to the surface mounting brackets at mounting points.
7. Use silicone or Teflon tape on all Conduit Plugs and on the threads of all conduit entry points. If the outdoor surface is irregular, use caulk to seal any gaps around the Housing.

NSF Compliance

To comply with NSF, apply silicone to the “X” drive on all plugs and any unused bracket mounting holes as shown. Use food grade silicone such as Dow Corning 732.
Diagram Description: Indicates the application of silicone sealant to conduit holes for NSF compliance. [NSF Certified]

V-Hook Mounting (Chain Mounting)

(V-Hook for Chain Mounting included)

1. Secure Surface Mounting Brackets (2 for 2ft/4ft, 4 for 8ft) to the Housing as shown.
   WARNING: Surface Mounting Brackets must be mounted to the Housing.
2. Loop the V-Hook (2 included for 2ft/4ft, 4 included for 8ft) on the Surface Mounting Bracket as shown.
   Diagram Description: Shows a V-hook attached to a surface mounting bracket, which is then connected to the fixture housing.
3. To suspend the Housing, connect each V-Hook to two equal lengths of chain (not supplied) and/or appropriate hardware (by others) suitable for the mounting surface. Chains must be suitable to support four times the weight of the fixture.

Tamperproof Mounting

Tamper Proof Bracket Accessory (TPKSHARK-G2 for 2ft/4ft, TPKSHARK8-G2 for 8ft) ordered separately.

1. Use appropriate mounting hardware (not supplied) to secure the Tamperproof Bracket to the Mounting Surface.
2. Recommended Tamperproof Bracket distance center to center: 12 7/8" (SHARK 2ft), 36 13/16" (SHARK 4ft), or 17 3/4" (SHARK 8ft). For 8ft, end-to-end distance is 82".
3. Push the Housing into the Tamperproof Bracket as shown and fasten onto the Lens Groove.
   Diagram Description: Depicts the fixture housing being inserted into a tamperproof bracket, highlighting the lens groove and screw attachment points.
4. Secure the Housing onto the Tamperproof Bracket with provided Screws (2 per bracket) using a star head T25 Drive as shown.

Junction Box Mounting

Junction Box Bracket Accessory (JBSHARK-G2 for 2ft/4ft, JBSHARK8-G2 for 8ft) ordered separately.

1. Use appropriate mounting hardware (not supplied) to secure the Junction Box Bracket to the Mounting Surface or Junction Box (supplied by others). Check that the Gasket is fully seated. Use the provided Cord Grip to feed supply wires into the fixture.
   Diagram Description: Illustrates a junction box bracket with a gasket, connected to the fixture housing.
2. Recommended Junction Box Bracket distance center to center: 6 3/4" (SHARK 2ft and SHARK 4ft), or 38 1/8" (SHARK 8ft). For 8ft, end-to-end distance is 51 5/8".
3. Use appropriate UL approved wire connectors as required by code to complete wiring with supply wires. Be careful not to pinch the wires.
4. Push the Housing into the Junction Box Bracket to secure the fixture to the Mounting Surface as shown.
   Diagram Description: Shows the fixture housing being secured to a junction box bracket at mounting points.

Angle Surface Mounting

Angle Surface Mounting Brackets (ANGSHARK-G2 for 2ft/4ft, ANGSHARK8-G2 for 8ft) ordered separately.

1. Use appropriate mounting hardware (not supplied) to secure the Angle Bracket to the Mounting Surface as shown.
   Diagram Description: Shows the fixture housing mounted to angle brackets, which are attached to the mounting surface with screws.
2. Recommended Angle Bracket distance center to center: 12 7/8" (SHARK 2ft), 36 13/16" (SHARK 4ft), or 17 3/4" (SHARK 8ft). For 8ft, end-to-end distance is 82".
3. Secure Surface Mounting Brackets to the Angle Bracket with provided Screws.
4. Snap the Housing onto the Surface Mounting Brackets as shown.
   Diagram Description: Close-up diagram showing screws securing the surface mounting brackets to the angle bracket, indicating cross-head screw attachment.

0-10V Dimmable Wiring

Universal voltage driver permits operation at 120V thru 277V, 50 or 60 Hz. Units ordered with (/480V) suffix are 480V, 50Hz or 60Hz. For 0-10V Dimming, follow the wiring directions:

1. Connect the black fixture lead to the LINE supply lead.
2. Connect the white fixture lead to the COMMON supply lead.
3. Connect the GROUND wire from the fixture to the supply ground. Do NOT connect the GROUND of the dimming fixture to the output.
4. Connect the purple fixture lead to the (V+) DIM lead.
5. Connect the gray fixture lead to the (V-) DIM lead.
6. Cap the yellow fixture lead, if present. Do NOT connect.

Diagram Description: Wiring diagram for 0-10V dimming, showing connections for LINE (black), COMMON (white), (+) DIM V+ (purple), (-) DIM V- (gray), and GROUND.

Battery Backup Models

Wiring

CAUTION: FOR BATTERY BACKUP FIXTURE. Voltage could be present in BATTERY. To prevent high voltage from being present on output leads, inverter connector must be open. Do not join BATTERY connector until installation is complete and AC power is supplied to the emergency driver.

NOTE: Make sure that the necessary branch circuit wiring is available. An UNSWITCHED AC source of power is required. The emergency driver must be fed from the same branch circuit as the LED driver.

CAUTION: Do not use any supply voltage other than 120-277V 50/60 HZ.

1. Connect UNSWITCHED HOT fixture lead to HOT AC supply line.
2. If using an UNSWITCHED circuit, connect UNSWITCHED and SWITCHED lines together.
3. If using a SWITCHED circuit, connect SWITCHED HOT AC fixture lead to the external SWITCHED.
4. Connect the NEUTRAL fixture lead to the NEUTRAL supply line.
5. For 0-10V Dimming, connect DIM (+) and DIM (-) to the supply DIM (+) and DIM (-).
6. Connect GROUND lead from the fixture to the supply ground. Do not connect GROUND to the output leads.
7. All unused leads must be capped and insulated.
8. After installation is complete, supply AC power to the fixture and connect the BATTERY.
9. When power is on, the fixture should be on and the Charging Indicator Light should illuminate to indicate the battery is charging.
10. Once the BATTERY has charged for at least one hour, a short duration test may be performed by pressing the test button.
11. After the battery has charged for 24 hours, a long duration test can be performed by shutting power to the fixture.

Diagram Description: Wiring diagram for battery backup models, illustrating wire connection points between the light fixture, backup driver, and battery, with a note to connect the battery connector only after AC power is supplied.

Operation

1. When AC power is applied, the charging indicator light is illuminated, indicating that the BATTERY is being charged.
2. When power fails, the standby power automatically switches to emergency power (internal battery), operating at reduced illumination. Not all LED boards will illuminate with standby power. The emergency driver supplies 25W of power in standby power for a minimum of 90 minutes.
3. When AC power is restored, the emergency driver automatically returns to charging mode.

Maintenance

Although no routine maintenance is required to keep the emergency driver functional, it should be checked periodically to ensure that it is working. The following schedule is recommended:

1. Visually inspect the charging indicator light monthly. It should be illuminated.
2. Test the emergency operation of the fixture at 30-day intervals for a minimum of 30 seconds.
3. Conduct a 90-minute discharge test once a year. The fixture would operate at reduced illumination for a minimum of 90 minutes.

Troubleshooting

• Is the fixture grounded properly?
• If the charging indicator light does not illuminate after pressing the test button, check if the battery is connected properly.

Troubleshooting

• Check that the line voltage at the fixture is correct. Refer to wiring directions.
• Is the fixture grounded properly?

Cleaning & Maintenance

CAUTION: Be sure fixture temperature is cool enough to touch. Do not clean or maintain while fixture is energized.

1. The lens should be washed in a solution of warm water and any mild, non-abrasive household detergent, rinsed with clean water, and wiped dry.
   WARNING: Polycarbonate is affected by cleaning agents or other liquids containing partial solvents such as low molecular weight aldehydes and ethers, ketones, esters, aromatic hydrocarbons, and perchlorinated hydrocarbons. In addition, chemical attack ranging from partial to complete destruction of polycarbonate occurs in contact with alkalines, alkali salts, amines, and high zone concentrations. Please go to rablighting.com for a detailed list of damaging chemicals.
2. Do not open the fixture to clean the LED. Do not touch the LED.