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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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SERIES RSS AND RSSP MULTI-CANDELA 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 Multi-Candela 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 a Wheelock power supply
utilizing the Wheelock sync protocol. The Series RSS and RSSP Multi-Candela Strobe Appliances are UL Listed under Standard 1971 (Signaling Devices for the
Hearing Impaired) for indoor Fire Protection Service and ULC Listed under Standard CAN/ULC-S526-02 for indoor Fire Protective Service. The Multi-Candela
Strobe provides four selectable light output intensities in one unit. These strobes are listed for
wall mount
only
with the backboxes specified in these instructions (see
mounting options). RSS models have an integrated strobe mounting plate 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 the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).
WARNING: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THE FOLLOWING
INSTRUCTIONS, CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN IMPROPER APPLICATION, CANDELA SETTING, 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: UL/ULC Ratings
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-24MCW 24 16.0-33.0
20.0-31.0 15/30/75/110
A,B,C,D
RSSP-24MCW 24
16.0-33.0
20.0-31.0 15/30/75/110 E,F
Table 1A: Audibles/Speakers for RSSP Strobe/Plate
Product Series
Multitone Appliances
AMT, MT, MT4
Horns AH,
NH
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.
WARNING: CANDELA SETTING WILL DETERMINE THE CURRENT DRAW OF THE PRODUCT.
Table 2: Current Ratings (AMPS)
Maximum RMS Current
Voltage 15cd 30cd 75cd 110cd
DC
16-33VDC
0.060 0.092 0.165 0.220
FWR
16-33VRMS
0.102 0.155 0.253 0.347
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.
