Cooper Notification RSS-241575W User manual

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[phone] INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
www.coopernotification.com 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:
Cooper Notification’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 Cooper Notification’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
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 Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP).
NOTE: All CAUTIONS and WARNINGS are identified by the symbol . All warnings are printed in bold capital letters.
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
Model
Regulated
Voltage
(VDC/VRMS)
Voltage Range Limit
Per UL 1971
(VDC/VRMS)
Strobe
Candela
(cd)
Mounting
Options
RSS-241575W 24 16.0-33.0 15 A,B,C,D
RSSP-241575W 24 16.0-33.0 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.
Table 2: 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.
3. All models are listed by UL 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 3: Current Ratings (AMPS) for 24VDC Models
Maximum RMS Current
Voltage 241575W
DC 16.0-33.0VDC 0.090
FWR 16.0-33.0VRMS 0.145
Table 3B: Current Ratings (AMPS) for 12VDC Models
Maximum RMS Current
Voltage 121575W
DC 8.0-17.5VDC 0.255
FWR 8.0-17.5VRMS 0.335
When calculating the total currents use Table 3A and 3B 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.
WARNING: THESE APPLIANCES WERE TESTED TO THE REGULATED VOLTAGE LIMITS OF 16.0-33.0 VOLTS FOR 24V MODELS USING
FILTERED DC OR UNFILTERED FULL-WAVE-RECTIFIED VOLTAGE. DO NOT APPLY VOLTAGE OUTSIDE OF THIS RANGE.

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WARNING: CHECK THE MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM OUTPUT OF THE POWER SUPPLY AND STANDBY BATTERY AND SUBTRACT THE
VOLTAGE DROP FROM THE CIRCUIT WIRING RESISTANCE TO DETERMINE THE APPPLIED VOLTAGE TO THE STROBES. THE
MAXIMUM WIRE IMPEDANCE BETWEEN STROBES SHALL NOT EXCEED 35 OHMS.
CAUTION: Strobes are not designed to be used on coded systems in which the applied voltage is cycled on and off.
WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE TOTAL RMS CURRENT REQUIRED BY ALL APPLIANCES THAT ARE CONNECTED TO THE
SYSTEM’S PRIMARY AND SECONDARY POWER SOURCES, NOTIFICATION APPLICIANCE CIRCUITS, SM, DSM SYNC MODULES, OR
COOPER NOTIFICATION POWER SUPPLIES DOES NOT EXCEED THE POWER SOURCES’ RATED CAPACITY OR THE CURRENT RATINGS
OF ANY FUSES ON THE CIRCUITS TO WHICH THESE APPLIANCES ARE WIRED. OVERLOADING POWER SOURCES OR EXCEEDING FUSE
RATINGS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER AND FAILURE TO ALERT OCCUPANTS DURING AN EMERGENCY, WHICH COULD RESULT
IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.
WIRING AND MOUNTING INFORMATION:
CAUTION: The following figures (A-F) show the maximum number of field wires (conductors) that can enter the backbox used with each mounting option. If
these limits are exceeded, there may be insufficient space in the backbox to accommodate the field wires and stresses from the wires could damage the product.
CAUTION: Check that the installed product will have sufficient clearance and wiring room prior to installing backboxes and conduit, especially if sheathed
multiconductor cable or 3/4" conduit fittings are used.
Although the limits shown for each mounting option comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC), Cooper Notification recommends use of the largest backbox
option shown and the use of approved stranded field wires, whenever possible, to provide additional wiring room for easy installation and minimum stress on the
product from wiring.
FLUSHMOUNTING
A
STD. SINGLE-GANG
BACKBOX 2" DEEP
#6-32 SCREWS
STROBEMOUNTING
PLATE(SMP)
BEAUTYPLATE
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF CONDUCTORS
AWG#18 AWG#16 AWG#14 AWG#12
4 4 4 4
FLUSH OR SURFACEMOUNT
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF CONDUCTORS
AWG#18 AWG#16 AWG#14 AWG#12
4 4 4 4
4" SQ. X 1-1/2" DEEP BACKBOX
OR 100mX 37.5mm
EUROPEANBACKBOX STROBE MOUNTING
PLATE(SMP)
B
#8-32 SCREWS
BEAUTYPLATE
FLUSHORSURFACEMOUNT
C
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF CONDUCTORS
AWG #18 AWG#16 AWG#14 AWG#12
4 4 4 4
DOUBLE-GANGX 2-1/4"
DEEPBACKBOX
#6-32SCREWS
STROBE MOUNTING
PLATE(SMP)
BEAUTYPLATE
#8-32 SCREWS
D
SURFACE MOUNTING
SHALLOWSURFACE
BACKBOX (SHBB)
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF CONDUCTORS
AWG #18 AWG#16 AWG#14 AWG#12
4 4 4 4
STROBE MOUNTING
PLATE (SMP)
BEAUTYPLATE
E
FLUSHMOUNTING
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF CONDUCTORS
AWG#18 AWG#16 AWG#14 AWG#12
8 8 8 8
STANDARD 4" X2-1/8"
DEEPBACKBOX
APPLIANCE
SURFACE MOUNTING
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF CONDUCTORS
AWG#18 AWG#16 AWG#14 AWG#12
8 8 8 8
APPLIANCE
BACKBOX(SBL-2)
F
Figures E and F are shown with optional 6” bell. See Table 1A for other possible appliance combinations.

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Figure 1: Wiring Diagrams
OR END OF LINE
FROM PRECEDING
APPLIANCE, FACP TONEXTSIGNAL
AUDIBLE VISIBLE
AUDIBLE VISIBLE
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
RED BLK
RED BLK
STROBES RESISTOR(EOLR)
ORSYNCMODULE
STROBE/PLATE
ASSEMBLY
AUDIBLE & VISIBLE
APPLIANCES
OPERATE
INDEPENDENTLY
STROBE/PLATE
ASSEMBLY
AUDIBLE &VISIBLE
APPLIANCES
OPERATE
INUNISON FROM PRECEDING
APPLIANCE, FACP
ORSYNC MODULE
FROM PRECEDING
APPLIANCE, FACP
ORSYNC MODULE
FROM PRECEDING
APPLIANCE, FACP
ORSYNC MODULE
TONEXT
APPLIANCE
OREOLR
TONEXT
APPLIANCE
OREOLR
TONEXT
APPLIANCE
OREOLR
Figure 2:
1. All strobe appliances have in-out wiring terminals that accepts two #12 to
#18 American Wire Gauge (AWG) wires at each screw terminal. Strip
leads 3/8 inches and connect to screw terminals.
2. Break all in-out wire runs on supervised circuits to assure integrity of
circuit supervision as shown in Figure 2. Strobe/Plate assembly has two
red leads and two black leads for in-out wiring. The polarity shown in the
wiring diagrams is for the operation of the appliances. The polarity is
reversed by the FACP during supervision.
Refer to instruction sheets for SM (P83123), DSM (P83177) or Cooper
Notification power supplies for additional information.
NOTE: Wiring method shall be in accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, Safety Standard for Electrical Installations, Section 32.
1. This RSS model can be flush mounted to a standard single-gang backbox (Figure A), 4” or 100mm backbox (Figure B) or double-gang backbox (Figure C). It can
also be surface mounted to a 4” or 100mm backbox (Figure B), double-gang backbox (Figure C) or the SHBB (Figure D). The RSSP model can be flush mounted
to a 4” backbox (Figure E) or surface mounted to a SBL-2 backbox (Figure F). Mounting hardware for each mounting option is supplied.
2. Conduit entrances to the backbox should be selected to provide sufficient wiring clearance for the installed product. Do not pass additional wires (used for other
than the signaling appliance) through the backbox. Such additional wires could result in insufficient wiring space for the signaling appliance.
3. When terminating field wires, do not use more lead length than required. Excess lead length could result in insufficient wiring space for the appliance.
4. Use care and proper techniques to position the field wires in the backbox so that they use minimum space and produce minimum stress on the product. This is
especially important for stiff, heavy gauge wires and wires with thick insulation or sheathing.
5. This RSS model has an integrated Strobe Mounting Plate (SMP) which must be oriented correctly when it is mounted to the backbox. Turn the SMP so that the
arrow above the words “Horizontal Strobe” points to the top side.
6. Mount the SMP first to the backbox. Next slide the beauty plate over the SMP until the 2 snaps of the beauty plate engage with the SMP.
7. The beauty plate can be removed from the strobe assembly once engaged. First, gently insert a screwdriver into one of the slots located on the top and bottom
edges of the beauty plate. Second, gently pull away from the wall with the inserted screwdriver to disengage the snap. Third, repeat the first and second steps for
the second slot. Finally, gently lift the beauty plate away from the SMP.
WARNING: REMOVAL OF THE BLACK COVER AT THE BACK OF THE MOUNTING PLATE COULD RESULT IN SEVERE ELECTRIC
SHOCK.
WARNING: THE RSS STROBE APPLIANCE IS A "FIRE ALARM DEVICE - DO NOT PAINT."
WARNING: WHEN INSTALLING STROBES IN AN OPEN OFFICE OR OTHER AREAS CONTAINING PARTITIONS OR OTHER VIEWING
OBSTRUCTIONS, SPECIAL ATTENTION SHOULD BE GIVEN TO THE LOCATION OF THE STROBES SO THAT THEIR OPERATING EFFECT
CAN BE SEEN BY ALL INTENDED VIEWERS, WITH THE INTENSITY, NUMBER, AND TYPE OF STROBES BEING SUFFICIENT TO MAKE SURE
THAT THE INTENDED VIEWER IS ALERTED BY PROPER ILLUMINATION, REGARDLESS OF THE VIEWER'S ORIENTATION. FAILURE TO
DO SO COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.
WARNING: A SMALL POSSIBILITY EXISTS THAT THE USE OF MULTIPLE STROBES WITHIN A PERSON'S FIELD OF VIEW, UNDER
CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, MIGHT INDUCE A PHOTO-SENSITIVE RESPONSE IN PERSONS WITH EPILEPSY. STROBE REFLECTIONS IN A
GLASS OR MIRRORED SURFACE MIGHT ALSO INDUCE SUCH A RESPONSE. TO MINIMIZE THIS POSSIBLE HAZARD, COOPER
NOTIFICATION STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT THE STROBES INSTALLED SHOULD NOT PRESENT A COMPOSITE FLASH RATE IN THE
FIELD OF VIEW WHICH EXCEEDS FIVE (5) Hz AT THE OPERATING VOLTAGE OF THE STROBES. COOPER NOTIFICATION ALSO
STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT THE INTENSITY AND COMPOSITE FLASH RATE OF INSTALLED STROBES COMPLY WITH LEVELS
ESTABLISHED BY APPLICABLE LAWS, STANDARDS, REGULATIONS, CODES AND GUIDELINES.
NOTE: NFPA 72/ANSI 117.1 conform to ADAAG Equivalent Facilitation Guidelines in using fewer, higher intensity strobes within the same protected area.
CAUTION: Check the installation instructions of the manufacturers of other equipment used in the system for any guidelines or restrictions on wiring and/or
locating Notification Appliance Circuits (NAC) and notification appliances. Some system communication circuits and/or audio circuits, for example, may require
special precautions to assure immunity electrical noise (e.g. audio crosstalk).
ANY MATERIAL EXTRAPOLATED FROM THIS DOCUMENT OR FROM COOPER NOTIFICATION MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTS
DESCRIBING THE PRODUCT FOR USE IN PROMOTIONAL OR ADVERTISING CLAIMS, OR FOR ANY OTHER USE, INCLUDING
DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT'S APPLICATION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND TESTING IS USED AT THE SOLE RISK OF THE USER
AND COOPER NOTIFICATION WILL NOT HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR SUCH USE.

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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 1) Reorient or relocate the
receiving antenna, 2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver, 3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected, and 4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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PROPERLY specified, applied, installed, operated, maintained and operationally tested in accordance with these instructions at the time of installation and at least twice
a year or more often and in accordance with local, state and federal codes, regulations and laws. Specification, application, installation, operation, maintenance and
testing must be performed by qualified personnel for proper operation in accordance with all of the latest National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Underwriter’s
Laboratories (UL), National Electrical Code (NEC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), local, state, county, province, district, federal and other
applicable building and fire standards, guidelines, regulations laws and codes including, but not limited to, all appendices and amendments and the requirements of the
local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ). Seller products when properly specified, applied, installed, operated, maintained and operationally tested as provided above
are warranted against mechanical and electrical defects for a period of (a) three (3) years from date of manufacture with respect to MEDC and Seller Industrial Signals
and Seller Fire and Security Notification Appliances and Devices, or (b) one (1) year from date of manufacture with respect to Waves and SafePath Voice Evacuation
and Mass Notification Systems (date of manufacture is determined by date code.) Correction of defects by repair or replacement shall be at Seller’s sole discretion and
shall constitute fulfillment of all obligations under this warranty. THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL IMMEDIATELY TERMINATE IN THE
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