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Section 2
Before You Begin Installing
2.1
What’s in the Box?
The Model 5496 ships with the following hardware:
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A cabinet with all hardware assembled
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Two keys for the 5496 front door
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Ten 4.7K ohm end-of-line resistors
Note: For UL installations 4.7k
Ω
end-of-line resistor (ordered separately) must be used.
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A battery wiring harness and jumper to wire batteries in series
2.2
Environmental Specifications
It is important to protect the 5496 control panel from water. To prevent water damage,
the following conditions should be AVOIDED when installing the units:
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Do not mount directly on exterior walls, especially masonry walls (condensation)
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Do not mount directly on exterior walls below grade (condensation)
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Protect from plumbing leaks
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Protect from splash caused by sprinkler system inspection ports
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Do not mount in areas with humidity-generating equipment (such as dryers, pro-
duction machinery)
When selecting a location to mount the 5496, the unit should be mounted where it will
NOT be exposed to temperatures outside the range of 0°C-49°C (32°F-120°F) or
humidity outside the range of 10%-93% at 30°C (86°F) non-condensing.
2.3
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.