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5500 Moisture Detection Series Installation Instructions
Dimensions
Figure 2: Dimensions
Specifications
Loop type
Closed
Battery type
Lithium
Battery life
Approximately 10 to 15 years
Alarm response
10 seconds delay, then on as long as wet
Test button
Simulates moisture for test
LED
Flashes every 2 seconds on alarm
Trigger response
500 K ohm
Sensor isolation from
ground
Photo coupled
Sensing circuit
AC to eliminate electrolysis (1 Hz)
Cable Length
100 ft. (30 m) maximum
Loop resistance
10 ohms maximum (nonalarm)
1 M ohm minimum (alarm)
Operating temperature
5501 processor
5515 sensors
0 to 125°F (-17 to 51°C)
33 to 180°F (0 to 82°C)
Number of sensors per
processor
4 maximum
Ordering information
Model # Description
Loop type
Color
Lead
5501
Moisture
processor
Closed
Mahogany
brown
Terminals
5515
Surface-
mount sensor
NA
Gray
10 ft. (3 m)
Regulatory information
Manufacturer
PLACED ON THE MARKET BY:
UTC Fire & Security Americas Corporation, Inc.
3211 Progress Drive, Lincolnton, NC, 28092,
USA
AUTHORIZED EU REPRESENTATIVE:
UTC Fire & Security B.V.
Kelvinstraat 7, 6003 DH Weert, Netherlands
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