Installation Guide for Linear
T8 Replacement Lamps
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STEP 1: Shut power “off” at circuit breaker to ensure all wiring
involved in retrofitting the fixture is completely and safely
de-energized.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
Read all instructions and warning statements
before installation.
TOOLS NEEDED:
Wire cutter, wire stripper, wire connectors
and possibly additional wire to extend leads (all properly
sized for wires on site).
M.L.S. PROVIDES:
Tube lamp(s) and fixture Warning Label(s).
PREPARATION:
Verify pre-retrofit conditions and equipment at your site
for confirming your order and tools needed. Existing
lampsockets (tombstones) need to be capable of dual
wiring, not shunted single wire. See figure “C”.
Installers are responsible for understanding how
to make proper wire connections and the source/
function of all wires in their facility leading
up to the fixture(s); wire colors can vary in all
fixtures and buildings. Manufacturer/distributor
does not advise anyone to proceed with this LED
retrofit who does not understand the instructions
or diagrams provided here. Customers are
responsible for confirming that LED replacement
lamps will provide suitable light output in their
specific fixtures and socket configurations before
placing orders.
STEP 2: Remove diffuser/reflector cover on fixture (if applicable)
to expose tube lamps and remove interior cover to expose ballast(s)
and wiring.
STEP 3: Bypass, or remove ballast(s) from fixture. Disconnect all
wire leads between ballast(s) and lamp sockets in the fixture.
(See figure A)
STEP 4: Dispose of ballast(s) and fluorescent lamp(s) according to
federal, state and local hazardous waste regulations.
T8 Retrofit wire connections
T8 Lamps receive power only on one end of fixture through an
unshunted socket. Connect the building’s AC power wires within
the fixture housing directly to the lamp socket(s).
Fig. A
Starter
cut
Fluorescent Tube
AC Input
Ballast
cut
100-277vac
STEP 7: Replace interior wire cover on fixture insuring that wires are
reliably secured inside the splice compartment.
STEP 8: Affix supplied warning label
to ensure maintenance personnel are AFFIX LABEL NEAR LAMP SOCKETS
POTENTIAL HAZARD
informed of the possible hazard of
BALLAST IN THIS FIXTURE HAS
BEEN REMOVED OR BYPASSED
connecting fluorescent tubes to line
DO NOT INSERT FLUORESCENT BULBS
power without a ballast. Label should
be clearly visible during maintenance
operations (can be out of sight from occupants but should not be
affixed under the wire cover).
STEP 9: Insert Retrofit T8 tube(s) into lamp socket(s) with LED’s
facing away from the fixture base. Match “live” end of the lamp(s)
with the “live” end of the fixture, from Step 5 above. (See figure C)
STEP 10: Replace fixture’s diffuser/reflector (as applicable). Return
power to system to light up lamps.
cut
OR
Fluorescent Tube
STEP 5: Designate which end of fixture will be “live” and discretely
mark with pen.
STEP 6: Connect AC line power wires (L) and (N) inside the fixture
housing directly to lamp socket at one end of fixture only and
properly connect the green ground wire attached to lamp to the
ground on fixture or ground wire. (See figure B)
For multi-lamp fixture wiring. (See figure #1 other side)
cut
S
AC Input
Ballast
100-277vac
Fig. B
cut
cut
AFTER
Live end
Retrofit LED Tube
AC Input L (+) N ( )
100-277vac
Ground
Starter
Caps
LED array
Ballast
No power end
L
Fig. C
N
Only need to
wire ONE end
of the fixture
ABBREVIATIONS
AC-IN = Incoming power
N
(100 - 277v)
N = Neutral (–)
L = Live/Line ( +)
SW = AC power from light switch(es)
= Equipment Ground
L (SW)
Important information for
Linear T8 Replacement Lamps
UNPACKING AND CHECKING:
Open the package and check the LED tube for any damage during
shipment. If the LED tube is found damaged, please contact manufacturer/
distributor directly to resolve. Keep all packaging intact. Do not try to use
the damaged tube.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This product is suitable for workshop, office, bank, hospital, shopping center,
subway, school, and other indoor places which require high luminosity and
energy-saving illumination.
AMBIENT WORKING REQUIREMENTS:
Working temperature: Max 40º C
Storage temperature: -40 ~ 60º C, Storage humidity: 10% ~ 90%
SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES:
• Wide input voltage range: 100-277VAC.
• Operating frequency: 50/60 (HZ)
• Iluminant: Ultra-bright white SMD LED.
• Construction: Aluminum alloy, PC board, High efficiency power supply with
low power consumption, frosted matte finish cover.
• Constant current power supply with stable performance and long lifespan.
• Instant On/Off response. No flickering light.
• Available light colors in: Neutral White & Cool White.
• Available lengths:
Part # MT8-60 = 0.6 m (2-foot), 11 watts
Part # MT8-90 = 0.9 m (3-foot), 15 watts
Part # MT8-120 = 1.2 m (4-foot),19 watts
Part # MT8-150 = 1.5 m (5-foot), 25 watts
Part # MT8-180 = 1.8 m (6-foot), 29 watts
CAUTIONS:
1. In order to ensure that the product works properly, please use power
voltage within 100-277 VAC.
2. Please follow the correct installation steps to install the product.
3. Turn off the power supply at the circuit breaker and/or switch to both
Live and Neutral wires to avoid the risk of electric shock while installing or
un-installing the product. DO NOT touch the tube while tube is working.
4. Do not use the products in a high humidity or dust environment, including
but not limited to the following environments: Bathroom, Sauna Room.
5. Do not look directly at LED light source. The high-intensity light may be
harmful to eyes.
6. Please contact a qualified electrician for repair services when you find the
following problems and do not disassemble the tube light:
a. Electronic components are exposed to rain or other splashed liquids.
b. Product releases gas smell, abnormal sound or unusual flash.
c. The cover is broken or debris has gone into the base or the tube.
WARNING / CAUTION / ATTENTION!
THIS DEVICE IS NOT FOR USE WITH EMERGENCY EXITS.
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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK - USE ONLY IN DRY LOCATIONS.
DO NOT INSTALL IN A RACEWAY OR A LUMINAIRE MARKED FOR
THOUGH BRANCH WIRING
ONLY USE IN TYPE IC LISTED FLUORESCENT, MAXIMUM THREE
LAMP TROFFER-STYLE LUMINAIRE WITHOUT DIFFUSER.
Multi-lamp wiring
“Live” end
Fig. 1
No power
PROVIDE MINIMUM (110 MM) BETWEEN TUBE TO TUBE SPACING.
NOT FOR USE WITH DIMMERS.
ALWAYS CONNECT GROUND WIRE LEAD TO FIXTURE WHERE
APPLICABLE.
WARNING - Risk of fire or electric shock. LED Retrofit Kit installation requires
knowledge of luminaire’s electrical system. If not qualified, do not attempt
installation. Contact a qualified electrician.
WARNING - Risk of fire or electric shock. Install this kit only in the luminaire’s
that have the construction features and dimensions shown in the illustrations
in this installation guide.
WARNING - To prevent wiring damage or abrasion, do not expose wiring to
edges of sheet metal or other sharp objects.
WARNING - To avoid potential fire or shock hazard, do not use this retrofit
kit in luminaire’s employing shunted bi-pin lamp holders. Note shunted
lamp holders are found only in fluorescent luminaires with Instant-Start
ballasts. Instant-Start ballasts can be identified by the words “Instant Start”
or “I.S.” marked on the ballast. This designation may be in the form of a
statement pertaining to the ballast itself, or may be combined with the
marking for the lamps with which the ballast is intended to be used, for
example F40T12/IS. For more information, contact the luminaire retrofit
kit manufacturer.
“This luminaire has been modified and can no longer operate the originally
intended lamp” shall be marked on the retrofit luminaire where readily visible
by the user during normal maintenance including re-lamping.
LED Lamp Replacement Marking – Identification of the replacement LED lamp
type/model to be used along with manufacturer and ordering information.
For a linear tubular LED lamp conversion, there shall be text or a diagram
showing how the supply connections were made to the lamp holders so the
correct connections will be made to the lamp when the lamp is installed
or replaced.
L(+) N(–)
Ground
TROUBLESHOOTING:
If under proper operation, please confirm if the following
reasons are causing improper functioning of the product. If
the problem persists and cannot be resolved by the following
reasons below, please discontinue usage and contact a
qualified electrician or manufacturer/distributor.
1. The LED tube does not light after properly connecting the
power to the tube as directed in these instructions.
- Check that you have inserted the correct end of the tube
with the “live“ or “powered” side of the fixture (flip the
tube around and re-insert).
- Turn off the power supply and check that wires are making
sound connections, including the ground wire.
2. The lamp flashes and flickers when powered on.
- Confirm that the power supply is within the luminaire’s
requirement of 100-277VAC and that there is no Dimmer
Switch on the circuit.