TYPE: CATALOGUE #: SERIES AM12 NOTES: Linear Fluorescent Emergency Ballast LISTED Application The AM12 from Lightalarms is a UL Listed fluorescent emergency ballast that allows the same fixture to be used for both normal and emergency operation. In the event of a power failure, the AM12 switches to the emergency mode and operates one or two of the existing lamps for 90 minutes. The unit contains a battery, charger and inverter circuit in a single can, and can be mounted in the wireway or on top of the fixture. The AM12 can be used with most 2’-8’ lamps, with a total initial output of up to 1400 lumens for one or two lamps and features lamp selector leads for optimizing light output for the designated lamp type. Features U.L. Listed Will cold start and operate all specified lamps Long life high temperature Nickel-Cadmium battery Painted steel case Dual voltage input 120/277Vac, 60Hz, 3,5W Includes test switch and charge indicator accessory kit 5-Year Warranty. See warranty page for details Selectable lamp leads for optimizing light output for desired lamp type Meets or exceeds all National Electrical Code and Life Safety Code Emergency Lighting Requirements 90 minutes emergency operation Battery is recyclable through RBRC. Call 1 800 822-8837 International Voltage and Damp Location Models available Ordering Information Options LUMEN OUTPUT Accessories LAMPS OPERATED (Add Suffix to Model No.) Suffix Damp Location Listed ................-DL Description Remote test Switch..................PSW Recommended for inaccessible locations. Test switch and charging indicator on a single gang chrome mounting plate. Push Button Test Switch and Charging indicator Light (1) Lamp - 1400 Lumens (2) Lamps - 700 Lumens Per Lamp Most 2’-8’ single, Bi-Pin, T8 & T12, HO or VHO, fluorescent lamps incl. long compacts and 2’-4’ 14W to 54W T5 lamps EMERGENCY OPERATION 90 Minutes (1) 2’-8’ or (2) 2’-4’ Example: AM-12 Series AM12 = series Specifications For Series AM12 CASE DIMENSIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Input Voltage..............................................120/277Vac, 60Hz Input Wattage ...........................................................3,5 Watts Lamps Operated.................................Most 2’-8’ single, bi-pin T8 & T12, HO or VHO fluorescent Lamps incl. long compacts Length 13 1⁄8” Emergency Operation...................(1) 2’-8’ or (2) 2’-4’ 90 min. Mounting Center 12 3⁄4” Height 1 1⁄2” Width 2 3⁄8” GENERAL: The contractor shall install the Lightalarms model AM12 consisting of a single, sealed housing compartment containing the battery, battery charger, transfer circuit, and high frequency inverter. A pilot light and test switch shall be provided. A wire end cap is utilized when the AM12 is externally mounted. Input power shall be 120/277Vac, 60Hz. BATTERY: The Lightalarms model AM12 shall be provided with a sealed, maintenance-free, high temperature NickelCadmium battery with a design life of 7 years. COMPATIBLE LAMP TYPES: The AM12 shall cold start and operate most 2’-8’ single, bi-pin T8 & T12 HO and VHO fluorescent lamps including long compacts and 2’-4’ 14W to 54W T5 lamps. Emergency operation capabilities of the AM12 shall be (1) 2’-8’ or (2) 2’-4’ for a minimum of 90 minutes. Only one (1) long compact fluorescent lamp may be operated in the emergency mode. 2008© Thomas & Betts Limited. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada. 08/08/2000. Order n°. LA/SPECTSHEETS Initial Illumination* ................................(1) lamp 1400 lumens (2) lamps 700 lumens each lamp *Long compact - (1) lamp only Operating Temp ......................................................0° to 55°C Approval .................................................................U.L. Listed Weight.............................................................................4 lbs. INVERTER-CHARGER-TRANSFER-CIRCUIT: The inverter circuit shall be of solid state design capable of supplying an initial lumen output of (1) lamp 1400 lumens (2) lamps 700 lumens each lamp. Charging shall be fully automatic by means of a constant current type charger. The charging circuit shall recharge the batteries in accordance with the requirements of UL 924. A sealed, dust-tight transfer relay shall automatically and instantaneously transfer the inverted battery voltage to power the designated lamps. ALTERNATE CONSTRUCTION: The contractor may supply the AM12-DL unit, listed for damp locations, according to the spec. UL listed to standard 924. Complies with NEC, Life safety code and OSHA requirements MANUFACTURER: Unit shall be Lightalarms Model____________________ All information and specifications contained in this flyer are subject to change due to engineer design, errors and omissions. Illustrations and diagrams within this flyer may vary from actual product.