PLH-120 Series Pilot Light
Instruction Sheet
WARNING! Do not install, wire, maintain, or inspect the pilot light while the power supply is turned on.
Failure to comply could result in electric shock or fire hazard.
CAUTION! Do not modify the pilot light. Failure to comply could result in damage to the pilot light and will void the warranty. Magnetek is not responsible for any modification of the product made by the user.
Please inspect the delivered product to ensure that it is correct. This instruction sheet should be used for the contacts referenced in the specifications.
Pilot Light Model
Specifications
PLH-120R PLH-120G PLH-120Y PLH-120T
120VAC 50/60Hz 2W 120VAC 50/60Hz 2W Voltage Rating
Applicable Standard
Ambient Temperature
120VAC 50/60Hz 1W 120VAC 50/60Hz 2W
UL508; CSA C22.2 No. 14
32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Applicable Wire Sizing 18 – 16 AWG
Enclosure NEMA 4/4X (exposed surface only when installed as intended)
The following mark is indicated on the pilot light.
Figure 1: UL Recognized Component Mark
Installing the Pilot Light
Figure 2: Pilot Light
1. DO NOT use any enclosures other than Magnetek SBN/SBI/SBIC/SBIT series enclosures (or equivalent).
2. DO NOT use any metallic enclosures.
CAUTION! Using an inappropriate enclosure or metallic enclosure may create an electric shock and/or fire hazard.
3. For Pilot Light Model PLH-120: a. Use on the flat surface of a NEMA Type 4/4X enclosure. b. Confirm that the gasket (o-ring) of the pilot light is installed correctly. c. The enclosure hole dimension should be 13.5mm dia. ± 0.1mm. a. Install the spring washer and hexagon nut (M14) to a tightening torque of 3 – 3.5 kgf.cm (0.29 –
0.34 N.m). b. Spring washers and hexagon nuts (M14) are available for the standard accessory.
Wiring
NOTE: Only qualified personnel should install the wiring.
1. Use UL listed/CSA approved cable during installation: 18 – 16 AWG (0.81 – 1.32 mm 2 ), max temperature rating < 60°C.
2. Use copper conductor only.
3. Once the pilot light is wired, the following insulated close-end connector is recommended (see other side):
P.O. Box 13615
Milwaukee, WI 53213
Toll-Free Phone 800.288.8178
Toll-Free Fax 800.298.3503
N49 W13650 Campbell Drive
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Phone 262.783.3500
Fax 262.783.3510 www.magnetek.com
Instruction Sheet No. 126-11171 R0
PLH-120 Series Pilot Light
Instruction Sheet
Cat. No. 0191600012
From Molex, Inc.
Wire Range:
Number of Wires:
18 – 16 AWG
2 – 3; 4 – 8
Cu stranded
Wire Strip Length: 9 – 11 (23/64 – 7/16); 10 – 12 (13/32 – 15/32)
NOTE: Use the corresponding crimping tool, such as model WH4791-ND from Molex, Inc., or equivalent.
4. Do NOT solder the wires, and do not connect bare wires direct for wire connections.
Operation
1. If the crane/hoist moves in a different direction regardless of the controls from the pushbutton station, stop operation immediately. If the pushbutton station is malfunctioning, the operator may be injured.
2. Do not expose the pushbutton station to excessive shocks and vibrations. Otherwise, the pilot light may become deformed or damaged, causing malfunctions or operation errors.
Wiring Diagrams
Figure 3: Pilot Light Placement(s) and Installation Figure 4: Cross-section view of Upper Left Position
Mounting Hole Installation
P.O. Box 13615
Milwaukee, WI 53213
Toll-Free Phone 800.288.8178
Toll-Free Fax 800.298.3503
Figure 5: Cross-section view of Pilot Light Installation near Pushbuttons
N49 W13650 Campbell Drive
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Phone 262.783.3500
Fax 262.783.3510 www.magnetek.com
Instruction Sheet No. 126-11171 R0