GE PF-400 Powerflood - User Manual

GEH-3902H
INSTRUCTIONS
PF-400
®
Powerflood
®
Floodlight,
Glarefighter
™
Powerflood
®
and Turnpike
™
Luminaire
READ THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING
GENERAL
This luminaire is designed for outdoor lighting applications,
and should not be used in areas of limited ventilation, or in high
ambient temperature enclosures. Best results will be obtained if
installed and maintained according to the following recommen-
dations.
UNPACKING
This luminaire has been properly packed so that no parts
should have been damaged during transit. Inspect to confirm.
MOUNTING
CAUTION
Unit will fall if not installed properly
• Follow installation instructions
WARNING
Risk of electric shock
• Turn power off before servicing
– see instructions
This floodlight is provided with either trunnion mounting,
pipe mounting, or wall mounting.
NOTE: The unit may be mounted to point from straight up to
straight down but in no case may the ballast be located
above the optical. To mount from overhead structures, use
the top trunnion option.
NOTE: For aimed-up application, remove two screws from
rear bottom corners of back housing and reinstall them in
front housing rear bottom corners.
1. TRUNNION MOUNTED UNITS — Mounted directly on a flat
surface. Mounting adapters are available for installation on
poles, cross-arms, pipes, etc.
The trunnion bracket has a clearance hole for a 3/4-inch bolt
used for attachment to such mountings. The 3/8-inch holes on
either side permit additional anchoring, where required.
Tighten side trunnion bolts to 50 -55 foot pounds.
2. A. NORMAL PIPE MOUNTED UNITS (2G) — The slipfitter
can be mounted on 1-7/8-inch O.D. through
2-3/8-inch O.D. or 2-7/8-inch O.D. through 3-inch
O.D. pipes. Three set screws are used to clamp the
floodlight securely to the pipe. Tighten set screws to
18 -22 foot pounds.
Figure 1
These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equipment nor to provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection with installation, operation or
maintenance. Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise which are not covered sufficiently for the purchaser’s purposes, the matter should be referred
to GE Lighting Solutions.
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GE PF-400 Powerflood Specifications

General

Category	Flood Light
Brand	GE
Model	PF-400 Powerflood
Wattage	400W
IP Rating	IP65
Fixture Material	Aluminum
Mounting Type	Yoke Mount
Voltage	120/208/240/277V
Color Temperature	4000K
Lamp Type	Metal Halide
Life Hours	20, 000 hours
Beam Spread	120 degrees

Summary

General Information and Handling

General Use Guidelines

Luminaire designed for outdoor lighting, avoiding limited ventilation or high ambient temperature enclosures.

Unpacking Instructions

Inspect luminaire for damage during transit after proper packing.

Mounting Procedures

Mounting Safety Caution

Unit will fall if not installed properly; follow installation instructions.

Trunnion Mounting

Mounted directly on a flat surface; adapters available for poles, cross-arms.

Normal Pipe Mounting (2 G)

Slipfitter mounts on O.D. pipes; secured by three set screws.

Special Pipe Mounting (3 G)

For bridge/overpass applications; custom modification with jam nuts and set screws.

Wall Mounting

Wall mounting plate with clearance holes for mounting.

Aiming the Luminaire

Optical Sight Usage

Uses a 'sight-track' optical sight for point aiming on top of the luminaire.

Wiring and Connections

Electrical Connection Requirements

Make connections per National Electrical Code and local codes. Verify supply voltage.

Voltage and Wattage Handling

Follow specific instructions for multivolt/multiwatt units; handle insulated connectors carefully.

Maintenance and Operation

Maintenance Safety Precautions

Caution for burn risk; allow fixture to cool before handling. Warning for operating luminaire.

Cleaning and Lamp Replacement

Periodic cleaning of glass/reflector for efficiency. Lamp replacement based on output level.