Honeywell SILENT KNIGHT SK-5208, Installation And Operation Manual

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Control Panel Installation
P/N 151204 3-5
3.5 Mounting the SK-5208
Read the environmental specifications in section 3.2 on page 1 before mounting the SK-5208
panel.
The SK-5208 cabinet dimensions are:
16" W x 26.4" H x 4" D (40.64 cm W x 67.06 cm H x 10.16 cm D).
The SK-5208 panel should be located within a secured area, where it is accessible to main
drop wiring runs and where it can be easily tested and serviced. End-users responsible for
maintaining the panel should be able to hear alarms and troubles. When selecting a location,
keep in mind that the panel itself is the main source of alarm and trouble annunciation.
When mounting on interior walls, use appropriate screw anchors in plaster. When mounting
on concrete, especially when moisture can accumulate, the enclosure shall be placed or
equipped so as to prevent moisture or water from entering and accumulating within the
cabinet, and shall be mounted so there is a least 1/4” space between the enclosure and the
concrete wall surface. A piece of plywood, standoffs, or other equivalent material can be used
to space the cabinet from the concrete surface and then attach the SK-5208 to that spacing
surface. Also mount any other desired components to the 1/4” spacing surface.
DO NOT flush-mount the SK-5208 cabinet in a wall designated as a fire break.
3.5.1 Preventing Water Damage
Water damage to the fire system can be caused by moisture entering the cabinet through the
conduits. Conduits that are installed to enter the top of the cabinet are most likely to cause
water problems. Installers should take reasonable precautions to prevent water from entering
the cabinet. Water damage is not covered under warranty.
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