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Maintained emergency luminaire plan mark
Plan mark for an emergency luminaire whose lamp is lit at all times and stays lit on supply failure.
IEC
IEC · EXIT
Exit sign luminaire plan mark
Plan mark for an illuminated exit or escape route sign, with an arrow showing the direction of travel.
In plain English
What does Exit sign luminaire plan mark mean?
Exit signs are drawn as a rectangle or luminaire mark with an arrow or EXIT text and, where relevant, the direction arrow that will appear on the sign face. Their position is set by the escape route design and they are usually maintained emergency luminaires.
A simple example
The plan should show mounting (ceiling-hung, wall or projecting), whether single- or double-sided, and the arrow direction. Errors in arrow direction are a common defect found at inspection. The symbol does not give the viewing distance or legend type. Local regulations determine pictogram style.
What the drawings help you do
Check arrow direction matches the escape route. Check single- or double-sided faces. An emergency luminaire lights the escape route; an exit sign identifies the route and direction.
This particular reference
Plan mark for an illuminated exit or escape route sign, with an arrow showing the direction of travel. An emergency luminaire lights the escape route; an exit sign identifies the route and direction.
- Schematic
- A drawing showing function and connections rather than physical appearance.
Read the source: IEC graphical symbols for diagrams · Electrical installation design methodology and references
IEC · Exit sign luminaire
IEC 60617 installation-plan style (architectural and topographical installation symbols); independently drawn, not certified IEC geometry or a database identifier.
Shown as an independently authored educational illustration. Use the cited publication and drawing legend to verify the required drafting form.
GA · EXIT
What it represents
Exit signs are drawn as a rectangle or luminaire mark with an arrow or EXIT text and, where relevant, the direction arrow that will appear on the sign face. Their position is set by the escape route design and they are usually maintained emergency luminaires.
The plan should show mounting (ceiling-hung, wall or projecting), whether single- or double-sided, and the arrow direction. Errors in arrow direction are a common defect found at inspection. The symbol does not give the viewing distance or legend type. Local regulations determine pictogram style.
How to read it
- Check arrow direction matches the escape route.
- Check single- or double-sided faces.
Information to show or reference
- Specify faces and arrows.
- State viewing distance class.
- Confirm maintained operation.
A distinction that matters
An emergency luminaire lights the escape route; an exit sign identifies the route and direction.
Sources you can follow
These public references support the explanation and provide further detail. Their graphics and downloadable files remain with their publishers.
IEC graphical symbols for diagrams
IEC graphical symbol context for installation plans; independently drawn here.
Electrical installation design methodology and references
Installation design methodology covering lighting circuits and final distribution.
About this graphic
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