III. MOUNTING ROUGH-IN BOX AND RUN WIRING
The GXS Remote Strobe is designed for mounting to most single and double gang electrical
boxes. Conduit entrance to boxes should be selected to insure sufficient wiring clearance.
1. Mount a box for each remote signaling device.
2. Run a minimum 16-gauge insulated, 2-conductor cable for AC strobes.
NOTICE:
All visual signals are designed to flash as specified with continuous applied
voltage. This appliance is not recommended for use on coded or pulsing
signaling circuit.
IV. MOUNT ADAPTER PLATE, CONNECT WIRES AND INSTALL UNIT
Depending on the type of electrical box installed, the GXS Remote Strobe unit can be mounted
directly to the box, or by using the mounting adapter plate provided. (See Figures A and B.)
1. If needed, secure the mounting adapter plate to the electrical box. Use screws provided with
electrical box.
IMPORTANT
: Mounting plate is marked "THIS SIDE OUT" and slotted for
proper positioning.
2. The GXS Remote Strobe has two terminals for power-in and power-out supply circuits. For
each terminal, one is for the incoming circuit and one is for the outgoing circuit.
3. Make wire connections as follows: hot to + and neutral to - for AC models.
4. Secure the GXS Remote Strobe to the electrical box with two of the screws provided.
Use the longer screws for direct mounting and the shorter screws for attachment to the
mounting plate.
CAUTION
WHEN INSTALLING, ROUTE FIELD WIRING AWAY FROM SHARP PROJECTIONS,
CORNERS AND INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
FIG. A
FIG. B
FAILURE TO OBSERVE ANY OF THE CONDITIONS SET FORTH MAY CAUSE
MALFUNCTION AND DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE.
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:
a. Check all smoke alarms and fire detectors in the system to make sure they have not been
activated.
b. Check all wiring connections to make sure the signal detection circuits are not reversed or
shorted together. Check wire color codes and traces.
3. To test the GXS Remote Strobe and other signaling appliances, trip the auxiliary panel or
activate 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 and troubleshooting instructions are generalized. Please refer to
the system control panel operating instructions for proper operation of the panel and fire
detection system.
WARNING! Visual signal must be installed within 16 feet of the pillow when used in a
sleeping area.
WARNING!
Visual signal must be in the direct viewing area of the occupant in order to be seen.
WARNING!
Visual signal can not be seen when objects such as doors, furniture or walls
block visual signal.
NOTICE:
Visual signals for the hearing impaired are only one method of alerting the hearing
impaired. Visual signals may not be the preferred method for notifying all hearing
impaired individuals.
NOTICE:
The visual signal must be seen by the sleeping person. If the person has head
turned or otherwise unable to be alerted by visual, the visual signal will not be
effective.
Visual Signal should NEVER be relied upon as the primary fire alert for the
hearing impaired under these common sense conditions:
a. Sleeping face down on the bedding or pillow
b. Use of sleep medications of any kind
c. Use of alcoholic beverages or recreational drugs
d. Use of eye shades
e. If there are tendencies of deep sleep conditions
f. If a fire cuts power to AC circuits, the visual signal will not operate.
g. If person is not within line of sight of visual signals
Under these and other similar common situations an alternate fire alert method such
as a non-hearing impaired attendant is needed. The visual signal only increases the
chance of being alerted to the presence of fire. No system of this type can fully protect
the hearing impaired in case of fire.
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