HORN RATINGS OVER INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE OF 16-33V
Horn Mode
dBA @ 10Ft.
Per UL464
HIGH dB
dBA @ 10Ft.
Per UL464
LOW dB
DC(mA)
FWR(mA)
16v 24v 33v 16v 24v 33v 16v 24v 33v 16v 24v 33v
Temp 3 2400Hz
78
83
84
71*
75
77
13
19
24
27
37
43
Temp 3 Mechanical
76
81
82 70* 73* 76
11
16
22
23
33
40
Temp 3 Chime
70* 71* 71* 66* 68* 70*
9
12
15
19
24
29
Continuous 2400Hz
81
86
87 74* 78
80
14
21
28
21
42
48
Continuous Mechanical 80
84
85 72* 76
78
13
18
25
27
37
44
Continuous Chime
70* 71* 73* 66* 68* 70* 10
12
15
19
24
30
Whoop
82
83
83 69* 72* 75
43
51
56
51
58
62
NOTE:
The sound output for the temporal 3 tone is rated lower since the time the horn is off is averaged into the sound output
rating. While the horn is producing a tone in the temporal 3 mode its sound pressure is the same as the continuous mode.
Units have been tested to 0°C, 49°C and 93% humidity and are rated 20-30vdc/vFWR -20%, +10% per
CAN/ULC S526-M87. The 15/75 cd model is rated 15cd per UL 1971 and CAN/ULC S526-M87.
V. CHECKOUT AND TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Supply power to the system control panel. The auxiliary signaling appliances in the system should not be activated.
2. If the signal is activated:
· Check all smoke and fire detectors in the system to make sure they have not been activated.
· Check all wiring connections to make sure the signal detection circuits are not reversed or shorted together. Check wire color codes and traces.
· Verify that the jumpers and switches are properly set on both the control module and signal appliance. If the jumper on the AVS44 is removed, the
horns will not produce any sound unless there is an input to the H+ and H- terminals on the control module.
3. To test the signal appliances, trip the auxiliary panel or activate the alarm circuit at the main control panel or activate one of the fire detection units in the
system. All auxiliary signals should be activated.
4. An operational test on this product should be conducted in accordance with National Standards or at a minimum annually and more often if dictated by
local and state codes or authorities having jurisdiction.
NOTE: These testing procedures and troubleshooting instructions are generalized. Please refer to the system control panel operating
instructions for proper operation of the panel and fire detection system.
SIGNALING APPLIANCE LIMITATION:
Your horn and horn/strobe meet or exceed the current audibility requirements of Underwriters Laboratories. However, if the appliance is located outside a
bedroom it may not wake up a sound sleeper, especially if the room door is closed or only partially open.
WARNING
THIS APPLIANCE WILL NOT OPERATE WITHOUT ELECTRICAL POWER. AS FIRES FREQUENTLY CAUSE POWER INTERRUPTIONS,
GENTEX SUGGESTS YOU DISCUSS FURTHER SAFEGUARDS WITH YOUR LOCAL FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST.
VI. TO RETURN AN APPLIANCE:
Should you experience problems with your appliance, proceed as follows:
1. Turn off electrical power to the auxiliary alarm circuit.
2. Remove the bezel, then mounting screw and slide signal off from bracket
3. Replace unit that was removed to restore wiring supervision and to eliminate system trouble alert.
4. Carefully pack the defective unit (the manufacturer cannot be responsible for consequential damage due to shipping or mis-handling). Include your
return address and complete details as to the nature of the difficulties being experienced and date of installation.
5. Return to: Gentex Corporation, 10985 Chicago Dr., Zeeland MI 49464. Prior to returning, call the Gentex field service dept. @ 1-800-436-8391 for a
RMA number.
LIMITED WARRANTY
For a period of 24 months from the date of purchase or a maximum of 30 months from the date of manufacture, Gentex warrants to you the original purchaser that your appliance will be free from defects
in workmanship, materials and construction under normal use and service. If a defect in workmanship, materials and construction should cause your appliance to become inoperative within the warranty peri-
od, Gentex will repair your appliance or furnish you with a new or rebuilt appliance without charge to you except for postage required to return the appliance to us. Gentex will not reimburse you for repairs or
replacement parts provided by other parties. Your repaired or replacement appliance will be returned to you free of charge and it will be covered under the warranty for the balance of the warranty period.
The warranty is void if our inspection of your appliance shows that the damage or failure was caused by abuse, misuse, abnormal usage, faulty installation, improper maintenance or repairs other than those
performed by us.
ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED UNDER ANY STATE LAW INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE APPLY ONLY FOR THE WAR-
RANTY PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE. PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS. SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU. GENTEX WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, DAMAGE, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, USE OR
REPAIR OF THIS APPLIANCE. THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF GENTEX SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE APPLIANCE. PLEASE NOTE THAT
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
If a defect in workmanship, materials or construction should cause your appliance to become inoperable within the warranty period, you must return the appliance to Gentex postage prepaid. You must prove
to the satisfaction of Gentex the date of purchase of your appliance. Warranty service may only be performed by Gentex personnel at Gentex's facilities in Zeeland, Michigan. You must also pack the appli-
ance to minimize the risk of it being damaged in transit. You must also enclose a return address. Appliances returned for warranty service should be sent to: Gentex Corporation, 10985 Chicago Dr., Zeeland
MI 49464. If we receive an appliance in a damaged condition as the result of shipping, we will notify you and you must seek a claim with the shipper.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
Gentex Corporation
10985 Chicago Dr., Zeeland MI 49464
Phone: 800-436-8391
550-249-1
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*Operating the horn in this mode at this voltage will result in not meeting the minimum UL reverberant sound level required for
public mode fire protection service. These settings are acceptable only for private mode fire alarm signaling use. Use the high
dBA setting for public mode applications.
