ELXTEU
Aluminum LED Edgelit Exit Sign
STANDARD
OPTIONAL
2C
ILLUMINATION
OPTIONS
• Ultra-bright, energy efficient, long-life Red or Green LED.
• SDT: Self-diagnostic test feature performs monthly,
biannually, and annually tests to ensure reliable operation and
to meet electrical and life safety codes.
• UV-stabilized ultra-clear acrylic edgelit panel provides
consistent, uniform illumination.
• Double face utilizes factory installed silver or white mylar
background panel.
ELECTRICAL
• Dual 120/277 voltage.
•
2C: Dual-circuit option on the AC-only unit enables it to be
connected to two different (one acting as a back-up to the
other) supplies at the same time.
•
Custom: Signs available with requested ‘special’ wording.
•
USA: Substantial transformation assembly in the U.S.
complies with “Assembled in the USA” under the Buy
American Act.
• Charge rate power “ON” LED indicator light and push-to-test
switch for mandated code compliance testing.
• 4.8V long life, maintenance-free, rechargeable NiCd battery.
WARRANTY/LISTING
• Internal solid-state transfer switch automatically connects
the internal battery to LED board for minimum 90-minute
emergency illumination.
• Five year warranty on all electronics and housing. Battery
pro-rated for five years.
• Fully automatic solid-state, two-rate charger initiates battery
charging to recharge a discharged battery in 24 hours.
•
Meets UL924, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, NEC, OSHA,
Local and State Codes.
•
UL listed for damp locations. (0°C – 50°C)
MOUNTING
DIMENSIONS
• Aluminum mounting canopy included for top, end or back
mount.
HOUSING
• Premium-grade, extruded aluminum housing (also available
in black or white powder-coated finishes).
11”
• Self-adhesive Chevron appliques and guide template
provided for directional indication.
13¾”
13/4”
Sample Part Number: ELXTEU-1-R-W-A-EM-USA
ORDERING INFORMATION
Special voltage
options available.
Check with your
Best Lighting
Representative.
Model
No. of faces
ELXTEU 1 Single Face
2 Double Face
Letters
R Red
Panel
C Clear*
Housing
Battery
W White Blank AC Only
G Green M Mirror
B Black
W White
A Aluminum
*With single face only.
EM Battery
Backup
Options
Custom Custom Wording
SDT Self-diagnostics
2C Dual-Circuit
operation
USA Assembled
in the USA
ELXTEU
Aluminum LED Edgelit Exit Sign
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
120V
3.8
277V
4.5
120V
0.030
277V
0.020
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR SURFACE MOUNT EDGE-LIT LED EXIT SIGN
AC ONLY
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: When using electrical equipment, always adhere to basic safety
precautions including the following:
1. Do not use outdoors.
2. Equipment should be mounted securely in locations and at heights where it will not be readily
subjected to tampering by unauthorized personnel.
3. Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.
4. Cap unused wires with enclosed wire nuts or other approved method.
5. Do not use this equipment for anything other than its intended use.
6. The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer will void product listing
and warranty and may cause an unsafe condition.
7. Disconnect AC power before servicing and installation.
8. Any service on this equipment should be performed by qualified personnel only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Choose mounting configuration (end, top or back mount). Plug remaining holes with the appropriate color plugs.
1. Secure canopy bracket to ceiling or wall.
2. Open the housing cover.
3. Secure housing and canopy with screws (see mounting configuration).
4. Feed the AC input leads (red, black, white) through the housing and canopy’s center hole. Connect AC input leads to AC power supply leads. Connect
the red lead to a 277VAC power supply or the black lead to a 120VAC power supply, and the white lead to neutral.
5. Secure canopy into canopy bracket with 1-1/2” long #8-32 screws.
6. Snap housing cover into place.
7. Apply chevron directional indicators as required. Remove application templates when finished.
End Mount
1. Secure canopy to end plate of fixture using mounting holes C and E with (2) 3/4” #10-24 screws (included).
2. Run connection wires through large hole between mounting holes C and D.
3. Make electrical connections and mount canopy to junction box (or spider plate if required) using the two recessed mounting holes and (2) 1-1/2”
#8-32 screws (included).
Top Mount
1. Secure canopy to top of fixture using mounting
hole A with #8-32 screw and hex nut, and 1/2”
center hole (between mounting holes B and C) with
threaded nipple and hex nuts (included).
2. Run connection wires through threaded nipple.
3. Make electrical connections and mount canopy to
junction box (or spider plate if required) using the
two recessed mounting holes and (2) 1-1/2”
#8-32 screws (included).
Back Mount
1. Mount canopy to junction box (or spider plate if
required) using the two recessed mounting holes
and (2) 1-1/2” #8-32 screws (included).
2. Run connection wires through large hole in center
of canopy.
3. Secure fixture to canopy with (2) 3/4” #10-24
screws (included) by going directly into mounting
holes A and C.
4. Make electrical connections.
END MOUNT
TOP MOUNT
BACK MOUNT
PAGE 1 OF 2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR SURFACE MOUNT EDGE-LIT LED EXIT SIGN
AC ONLY
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: When using electrical equipment, always adhere to basic safety precautions.
WIRING DIAGRAM:
RED 277VAC
BLACK 120VAC
WHITE COM
TRANSFORMER
POWER CONTROL
BOARD
LED BOARD
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR SURFACE MOUNT EDGE-LIT LED EXIT SIGN
WITH BATTERY BACKUP
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: When using electrical equipment, always adhere to basic safety
precautions including the following:
The battery in this unit may not be fully charged. After electricity is connected to unit, let battery
charge for at least 24 hours, then normal operation of this unit should take effect.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Do not use outdoors.
2. Equipment should be mounted securely in locations and at heights where it will not be readily subjected to
tampering by unauthorized personnel.
3. Do not mount near gas or electric heaters.
4. Cap unused wires with enclosed wire nuts or other approved method.
5. Do not use this equipment for anything other than its intended use.
6. The use of accessory equipment not recommended by the manufacturer will void product listing and
warranty and may cause an unsafe condition.
7. Disconnect AC power before servicing and installation.
8. Use caution when servicing batteries.
9. Any service on this equipment should be performed by qualified personnel only.
10. Make sure wire terminations are secure and leads are properly tucked in appropriate wire channels.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Choose mounting configuration (end, top or back mount). Plug remaining holes with the appropriate color plugs.
1. Secure canopy bracket to ceiling or wall.
2. Open the housing cover.
3. Secure housing and canopy with screws (see mounting configuration).
4. Feed the AC input leads (red, black, white) through the housing and canopy’s center hole. Connect AC input leads to AC power supply leads. Connect the red lead to a
277VAC power supply or the black lead to a 120VAC power supply and the white lead to neutral.
5. Secure canopy into canopy bracket with 1-1/2” long #8-32 screws, then insert battery terminal wire into two-pin male connector.
6. Connect battery only after continuous AC power can be provided to the unit.
7. Snap housing cover into place.
8. Apply chevron directional indicators as required. Remove application templates when finished.
End Mount
1. Secure canopy to end plate of fixture using mounting holes C and E with (2) 3/4” #10-24 screws (included).
2. Run connection wires through large hole between mounting holes C and D.
3. Make electrical connections and mount canopy to
junction box (or spider plate if required) using the two
recessed mounting holes and (2) 1-1/2” #8-32 screws
END MOUNT
(included).
TOP MOUNT
Top Mount
1. Secure canopy to top of fixture using mounting hole A
with 3/4“ #8-32 screw and hex nut, and 1/2” center
hole (between mounting holes B and C) with threaded
nipple and hex nuts (included).
2. Run connection wires through threaded nipple.
3. Make electrical connections and mount canopy to
junction box (or spider plate if required) using the two
recessed mounting holes and (2) 1-1/2” #8-32 screws
(included).
BACK MOUNT
Back Mount
1. Mount canopy to junction box (or spider plate if
required) using the two recessed mounting holes and
(2) 1-1/2” #8-32 screws.
2. Run connection wires through large hole in center of
canopy.
3. Secure fixture to canopy with (2) 3/4” #10-24 screws
(included) by going directly into mounting holes A and C.
4. Make electrical connections.
PAGE 1 OF 2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR SURFACE MOUNT EDGE-LIT LED EXIT SIGN
WITH BATTERY BACKUP
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: When using electrical equipment, always adhere to basic safety precautions.
WIRING DIAGRAM:
BAT
RED 277VAC
BLACK 120VAC
WHITE COM
TRANSFORMER
POWER CONTROL
BOARD
LED BOARD