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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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SERIES RSS AND RSSP STROBE APPLIANCES
(WALL MOUNT VERSIONS)
Use this product according to this instruction manual. Please keep this instruction manual for future reference.
GENERAL:
Wheelock’s Series RSS and RSSP Strobes can provide a non-synchronized strobe appliance when connected directly to a Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP), or provide
a synchronized strobe appliance when used in conjunction with a Sync Module (SM), Dual Sync Module (DSM) or Wheelock’s Power Supplies. The Series RSS and
RSSP Strobe Appliances are UL Listed under Standard 1971 (Signaling Devices for the Hearing Impaired) for indoor fire protection service. The 24V Series RSS
Strobe Appliances are also ULC Listed under Standard CAN/ULC-S526-02 for Visual Signaling Appliances. The 1575W candela wall mounted strobes are listed at 15
candela under UL Standard 1971 and meet 75 candela intensity on axis with low current draw. These Strobes are listed for
wall mount and indoor use
only,
with the
backboxes specified in these instructions (See Mounting Options). RSS models have an integrated Strobe Mounting Plate (SMP) that can be mounted to a single-gang,
double-gang, 4” backbox, 100mm European backbox or SHBB surface backbox. The strobes use a xenon flashtube with solid state circuitry enclosed in a
polycarbonate lens to provide maximum visibility and reliability for effective visible signaling. All inputs are polarized for compatibility with standard reverse polarity
supervision of circuit wiring by the FACP.
NOTE
: All Canadian Installations should be in accordance with the Canadian Standard for the Installation of Fire Alarm Systems - CAN/ULC-S524-01 and Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1. Final acceptance is subject to Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
WARNING: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF
THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS, CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN IMPROPER APPLICATION, INSTALLATION AND/OR
OPERATION OF THESE PRODUCTS IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION, WHICH COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Table 1: Ratings Per UL and ULC
Model
Regulated
Voltage
(VDC/VRMS)
Voltage Range Limit
Per UL 1971
(VDC/VRMS)
Voltage Range Per
CAN/ULC-S526-02
(VDC/VRMS)
Strobe
Candela
(cd)
Mounting
Options
RSS-241575W 24 16.0-33.0
20.0-31.0
15
A,B,C,D
RSSP-241575W 24 16.0-33.0 20.0-31.0
15
E,F
RSS-121575W 12 8.0-17.5 ------
15
A,B,C,D
RSSP-121575W 12
8.0-17.5 ------
15
E,F
All 1575 models are UL Listed at 15cd and meet 75cd on axis.
RSS-121575W and RSSP-121575W are not ULC approved
Table 1A:
Audible/Speakers for RSSP Strobe/Plate
Product Series
Multitone Appliances
AMT, MT, MT4
Motor Bells
MB-G6/G10
Speakers
ET-1010/1080, ET70, E70
Chimes CH70
NOTES:
1.
Strobes will produce 1 flash per second over the "Regulated Voltage" range.
2.
These strobes meet the required light distribution patterns defined in UL 1971 and ULC-S526-02.
3.
All models are listed by UL/ULC for indoor use with a temperature range of +32
°
F to +120
°
F (0
°
C to +49
°
C) and maximum humidity of 93%
±
2% RH. The
effect of shipping and storage temperatures shall not adversely affect the performance of the appliance when it is stored in the original cartons and is not
subjected to misuse or abuse.
Table 2: Current Ratings (AMPS) for 24VDC Models
Maximum RMS Current
Voltage 241575W
DC 16-33VDC
0.090
FWR 16-33VRMS
0.145
Table 2B: Current Ratings (AMPS) for 12VDC Models
Maximum RMS Current
Voltage 121575W
DC 8-17.5VDC
0.255
FWR 8-17.5VRMS
0.335
When calculating the total currents use Table 2 to determine the highest value of RMS current for an individual strobe, then multiply these values by the total number of
strobes. Be sure to add the currents for any other appliances, including audible signaling appliances powered by the same source, and to include any required safety
factors.
NOTE:
The maximum number of strobes on a single notification appliance circuit shall not exceed 50.
CAUTION:
These notification appliances are UL Listed as “Regulated”. They are intended to be used with FACPs whose notification circuits are UL Listed as
“Regulated.” These appliances shall not be used on UL Listed “Special Application” notification circuits unless the appliances are identified to be compatible in the
installation instructions of the FACP or unless the FACP is identified to be compatible in this instruction manual.
