INSTRUCTION SHEET FOR FEDERAL SIGNAL UNISTAT™
SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS, USERS, AND MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL
It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be
installed by a trained electrician who is thoroughly familiar with and will follow all applicable
national and local codes.
This device may be considered a part of the signaling system and not the entire signaling
system.
The selection of the mounting location for the device, its controls and the routing of the
wiring is to be accomplished under the direction of the facilities engineer. In addition, listed
below are some other important safety instructions and precautions you should follow:
• Read and understand all instructions before installing or operating this equipment.
• Do not connect this light to the system when power is on.
• After installation, ensure that all screws and threaded joints are properly tightened.
• After installation, test the light system to ensure that it is operating properly.
• After testing is complete, provide a copy of this instruction sheet to all operating
personnel.
• Establish a procedure to routinely check the light installation for integrity and proper
operation.
Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage,
serious injury, or death.
I. GENERAL.
This equipment is suitable for Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D; Class II, Division 2,
Groups F & G; Class III or non-hazardous locations only.
Do not disconnect while circuit is live or unless the area is known to be free of ignitable
concentrations.
Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 2.
The UniStat (USIX) status indicator contains one base, sleeve, PCB, color LED array, lens,
cap, and surface gasket. The cap and sleeve attach to each end of the lens by a twist-lock
joint. Two screws hold the base and sleeve together. The UniStat is assembled inside the
explosion-proof housing.
A printed circuit board runs the entire length of the base and sleeve of the UniStat™ status
indicator. The printed circuit board contains a terminal block and circuitry for the control of
STATUS INDICATOR MODEL USIX
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