BRK electronic SL177 User manual

120V AC, 60Hz Wire-in
STROBE
LIGHT
HEaRInG ImpaIREd
CaT. SL177
Listed to
Standard
UL 1971
Description:
SmaRT STROBE
Separate flash patterns to
distinguish between smoke and
carbon monoxide
177 CandELa
XEnOn STROBE
Powerful 177 candela xenon
strobe light provides effective
visual warning to hearing
impaired residents
1Hz FLaSH RaTE
60 flashes per minute rate meets
ADA, ANSI 117.1, NFPA 72 and
UL1971 requirements for visual
signal devices
BRK Model SL177 is an ADA hearing impaired strobe light specifically designed for
residential and institutional applications including sleeping rooms of hospitals, hotels,
motels, dormitories, and other multifamily dwellings as defined in standard NFPA 101.
Model SL177 has been fully tested and complies with Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA), Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Signaling Devices for the Hearing Impaired UL1971,
ANSI 117.1, CSFM, NFPA 72, and NFPA 101 and with model building codes published by
the ICC.
BRK Model SL177 is a state of the art Strobe Light designed to provide hearing
impaired individuals with a visual warning of a fire or a carbon monoxide danger when
used with smoke, heat or carbon monoxide alarms. The Smart Strobe has separate flash
patterns to distinguish between smoke/heat and carbon monoxide dangers. These
different patterns are to help a hearing impaired person better distinguish the danger
present. The 177 candela Xenon strobe meets UL 1971 requirements and flashes at a
rate of an average of 60 times a minute. The SL177 operates on 120V AC and features
a green LED that signals the unit is receiving power. Interconnectable with up to 18
devices,of which 12 can be smoke alarms. Model SL177 was designed with quick and easy
installationinmind.Designedtocovermostdrywallcut-outs,thespeciallydesignedmounting
bracket mounts on any electrical box up to 4" octagonal and does not require screw removal.
Connection to AC power is made with a “Quick-Connect” wiring harness.

Strobe Dimensions: 5.63 Dia x 3.25"H
Weight: 9.9 oz.
Operating Voltage: 120V AC
Operating Current: .09A standby/ 0.85A alarm
Temperature Range: 40˚F (4˚C) to 100˚F (38˚C)
Humidity Range: 10% to 95% relative humidity (RH)
Test: To test this strobe light you must activate the test
button of each inter-connected, smoke, CO or heat
alarm.
Interconnections: Up to 18 units with smoke, heat, CO alarms and
relays. Maximum of 12 smoke alarms (see user’s
manual).
Indicator Lights:
AC Power: Constant Green Light
Listing To UL 1971 Standards
Individual Carton Dimensions: 5.75"L x 3.75"W x 6.00"H
Weight: 81 lbs.
Cube: .08 ft3
UPC: 0 29054 00270 9
Master Carton Dimensions: 17.67"L x 7.94"W x 12.75"H
Master Pack: 12
Weight: 12.7 lbs.
Cube: 1.04 ft3
I2of5: 100 29054 00270 6
Pallet Information:
Cases per Layer: 12
Number of Layers: 3
Cases per Pallet: 36
Units per Pallet 432
Cube: 42.2 ft3
Weight: 524 lbs.
Installation of this strobe light must conform to all local electrical codes and
Article 760 of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) and NFPA 72. Intercon-
nected units must meet the following requirements: Total length of wire
interconnecting units should be less than 1000 feet, be #18 gauge or larger
and be rated at least 300V. It is recommended that all units be on the same
fuse or circuit breaker. If local codes do not permit, be sure the neutral wire
is common to both phases. Only those BRK®user’s manual catalog numbers
listed in the user’s manual may be connected to these smoke alarms.
INSTALLATION OF STROBE LIGHT
SHIPPING SPECS:
TECHNICAL SPECS:
5.63”
3.25”
FRONT
VIEW
SIDE
VIEW
MOUNTING
BRACKET
CaT. SL177
ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING SPEC
1. A 177 candela Xenon strobe.
2. The strobe light shall be powered by 120V AC.
3. The Smart Strobe shall have separate flash patterns to distinguish
between smoke/heat and carbon monoxide dangers.
4. A visual LED (green) power-on indicator to confirm the unit is receiving
AC power.
5. The unit shall be capable of operating between
40°F and 100°F (4-38°C) and relative humidity of 10% and 90%.
6. The unit shall mount to any standard electrical box up to 4” octagonal
without screw removal and shall be listed for ceiling or wall mounting.
7. The unit shall have a plug-in connector and be capable of interconnec-
tion up to 18 multiple station alarms per NFPA 72.
8. The unit shall at a minimum meet the requirements of UL1971,ADA,
ANSI 117.1, CSFM, NFPA 72, NFPA 101 and the ICC.