Cooper Wheelock Series RSS User manual

The Wheelock patented Series RSS Strobe Appliances and
Series RSSP Strobe Plates have lower current draw while
maintaining outstanding performance, reliability and cost
effectiveness. These versatile appliances will satisfy virtually all
requirements for indoor, wall or ceiling mount applications.
Strobe options for wall mount models include 1575 or the
Wheelock Patented MCW multi-candela strobe with field
selectable candela settings of 15/30/75/110cd or the high
intensity MCWH strobe with field selectable 135/185cd.
Ceiling mount models include the patented MCC multi-candela
ceiling strobe with field selectable intensities of 15/30/75/95cd
or the high intensity MCCH strobe with field selectable
115/177cd.
All models may be synchronized using the Wheelock SM,
DSM Sync Modules or the PS-24-8MC Power Supplies with
the Wheelock Patented Sync Protocol. Synchronized strobes
can eliminate possible restrictions on the number of strobes
in the field of view. Wheelock’s synchronized strobes offer an
easy way to comply with ADA recommendations concerning
photosensitive epilepsy as well as meeting the requirements
of NFPA 72.
The Wheelock Series RSS Strobes employ a Patented Integral
Strobe Mounting Plate that can be mounted to a single gang,
double gang, 4” square, 100mm European backboxes or the
SHBB surface backbox. If the flush backbox has side or top
space between it and the finished wall, the NATP (Notification
Appliance Trimplate) may be used. It provides an additional .65”
of trim for the Appliance. An attractive cover plate is provided
for a clean, finished appearance on all models.
The Series RSSP Multi-Candela Strobe Plates are a cost
effective way to retrofit required wall strobe appliances to
bells, horns, chimes, multitones or speakers and easily mounts
to standard 4” backboxes or for surface mount use with the
Wheelock SBL2 surface backbox.
Features
• Approvals include: UL Standard 1971, New York City (MEA),
California State Fire Marshal (CSFM), Factory Mutual (FM), and
Chicago (BFP) See approvals by model in Specifications and
Ordering Information
• ADA/NFPA/UFC/ANSI compliant. Meets OSHA 29 Part
1910.165
• Wall mount Multi-Candela models are available with Field
Selectable Candela Settings of 15/30/ 75/110cd or 135/185cd.
Single Candela models are available in 1575cd
• Ceiling mount Multi-Candela models are
available with field selectable candela settings of 15/30/75/95cd
or 115/177cd. (Round or Square)
• Strobes produce 1 flash per second over the
regulated voltage range
• 12 and 24 VDC models with wide UL “Regulated Voltage” us-
ing filtered (DC) or unfiltered VRMS input voltage
• Synchronize using the Wheelock sync modules or power sup-
plies with built-in sync protocol
• Fast installation with IN/OUT screw terminals using #12 to #18
AWG wire
Series RSS Series RSSWP
Description
For Weatherproof Series RSS See Datatsheet S9004
RSS Round
Series RSS and RSSP Strobes and Strobe Plates
THE CITY OF
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Series RSS

F
A
C
PDSM #3
Strobe NAC Cir.
DSM #2
DSM #1
Strobe NAC Cir.
Strobe NAC Cir.
Sync
Sync
Sync
+
-
+
+
-
-
DSM Interconnecting wiring shown. Maximum of
twenty (20)
RSS RSS
RSS RSS
RSS RSS
+
-
+-
+
-
FROM
PRECEDING
APPLIANCE, SYNC
MODULE, POWER
SUPPLY OR FACP
TO NEXT
APPLIANCE
OR EOLR
Wiring Diagrams #
SERIES RSS/RSSP APPLIANCE
SERIES RSS/RSSP APPLIANCES SYNCHRONIZED
WITH DSM MODULE SINGLE CLASS “A” NAC CIRCUIT SERIES RSS/RSSP APPLIANCES SYNCHRONIZED
WITH MULTIPLE DSM MODULES
Table 2: Audibles/Speakers for RSSP Strobe Plate
Product Series
Multitone Appliances AMT, MT
Horns AH, NH, HS
Motor Bells MB-G6/G10
Speakers ET-1010/1080, E70, ET70
Chimes CH70
Table 1: Average RMS Current*
RSS/RSSP
24VDC
Models
RSS/RSSP - Wall Mount RSS - Ceiling Mount
241575W 24MCW 24MCWH 24MCC 24MCCH
1575cd 15cd 30cd 75cd 110cd 135cd 185cd 15cd 30cd 75cd 95cd 115cd 177cd
24 vdc 0.060 0.041 0.063 0.109 0.140 0.195 0.270 0.045 0.070 0.119 0.159 0.195 0.270
UL max* 0.090 0.060 0.092 0.165 0.220 0.300 0.420 0.065 0.105 0.189 0.249 0.300 0.420
RSS/RSSP
24VDC
Models
RSS/RSSP
Wall Mount
121575W
12 vdc 0.152
UL max* 0.255
* RMS current ratings are per UL average RMS method. UL max current
rating is the maximum RMS current within the listed voltage range (16-33v
for 24v units). For strobes the UL max current is usually at the minimum
listed voltage (16v for 24v units). For audibles the max current is usually at
the maximum listed voltage (33v for 24v units). For unfiltered FWR ratings,
see installation instructions.
DSM
+ OUT 2
+OUT 1
+ IN 1
+ IN 2
MINUS 1
MINUS 2
+
-
-
+
SYNC
AUDIBLE
STROBE
NAC
CIRCUIT
OUT
STROBE
NAC
CIRCUIT
RETURN
FACP
RSS RSS RSS
RSS RSS RSS
NOTE: All CAUTIONS and WARNINGS are identified by the symbol . All warnings are printed in bold capital letters.
WARNING: PLEASE READ THESE SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSOCIATED INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING, SPECIFYING OR
APPLYING THIS PRODUCT. VISIT WWW.COOPERWHEELOCK.COM OR CONTACT COOPER WHEELOCK FOR THE CURRENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS, CAUTIONS OR 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.
General Notes:
• Strobes are designed to flash at 1 flash per second minimum over their “Regulated Voltage Range”. Note that NFPA-72 specifies a flash rate of 1
to 2 flashes per second and ADA Guidelines specify a flash rate of 1 to 3 flashes per second.
• All candela ratings represent minimum effective Strobe intensity based on UL Standard 1971.
• Series NS Strobe products are listed under UL Standard 1971 for indoor use with a temperature range of 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C) and
maximum humidity of 93% (± 2%).
• Series NH horns are listed under UL Standard 464 for audible signal appliances (Indoor use only).
• “Regulated Voltage Range” is the newest terminology used by UL to identify the voltage range. Prior to this change UL used the
terminology “Listed Voltage Range”.

TO NEXT
APPLIANCE
OR EOLR
FROM
PRECEDING
APPLIANCE OR
FACP
TO NEXT
STROBE OR
EOLR
FROM
PRECEDING
STROBE, SYNC
MODULE, POWER
SUPPLY OR FACP
APPLIANCE
STROBE
+-+
+
-
-
-
+ +
+
-
-
Series PS-12/24-8MP
Series PS-12/24-8MP
EOLR
F
A
C
P
OUTPUTS
1-4
4-CLASS
"B"
OR
2-CLASS
"A"
AS
AS
AS RSS
RSS
RSS
TO NEXT
APPLIANCE
OR EOLR
FROM
PRECEDING
APPLIANCE, SYNC
MODULE, POWER
SUPPLY OR FACP +-
STROBE AUDIBLE
+-
+
--
+
EOLR
+
-
SM
F
A
C
P
STROBE
Audible
STROBE
+
-Audible
Strobe
NAC
Circuit RSS
RSS
# For detail using SM or DSM Sync Module refer to Data
Sheet S3000 or Installation Instructions P83123 for SM
and P83177 for DSM. For wiring information on the power
supplies refer to Installation Instructions P84515 for PS-
12/24-8CP and P84333 for PS-12/24-8MP.
SERIES RSS/RSSP APPLIANCE SYNCHRONIZED WITH
SM MODULE SINGLE CLASS “B” NAC CIRCUIT
SERIES RSS/RSSP APPLIANCES SYNCHRONIZED
WITH PS-12/24-8CP or PS-12/24-8MP
STROBE/PLATE ASSEMBLY
AUDIBLE & VISIBLE APPLIANCE OPERATE IN UNISON
STROBE/PLATE ASSEMBLY
AUDIBLE & VISIBLE APPLIANCE OPERATE INDEPENDENTLY
All models sync with Wheelock SM, DSM or PS-12/24-8CP or PS-12/24-8MP.
# Models are available in either Red or White. Call Customer Service for Order Code & Delivery.
**For Weatherproof Series RSS Strobe specifications see data sheet S9004.
***Refer to data sheet S7000 for mounting options.
Model Order
Code
Wall
Mount
Ceiling
Mount
Non-
Sync
Strobe
Candela
24
VDC
12
VDC
Color
RED
Color
WHITE Mounting Options***
Square
or
Round
Agency Approvals
UL MEA CSFM FM BFP
RSS-24MCW-FR 940 X - X 15/30/75/110 X - X - B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X X X
RSS-24MCW-FW 9401 X - X 15/30/75/110 X - - X B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X X X
RSS-241575W-FR 7471 X - X 15 (75 on Axis) X - X - B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X X X
RSS-241575W-FW 7788 X - X 15 (75 on Axis) X - - X B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X X X
RSS-121575W-FR 7476 X - X 15 (75 on Axis) - X X - B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X X X
RSS-121575W-FW 7468 X - X 15 (75 on Axis) - X - X B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X X X
RSS-24MCC-FW 3158 - X X 15/30/75/95 X - - X B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X X *
RSS-24MCC-FR 3157 - X X 15/30/75/95 X - X - B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X X *
RSS-24MCCR-FW 3160 - X X 15/30/75/95 X - - X B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Round X X X X *
RSS-24MCCH-FW 3461 - X X 115/177 X - - X B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X X *
RSS-24MCCHR-FW 3463 - X X 115/177 X - - X B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Round X X X X *
RSS-24MCWH-FR 3465 X X 135/185 X X B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X X *
RSSWP-2475W-FR** 9013 X - X 180@ 77°F
75@ -31°F X X X - B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X X *
RSSWP-2475W-FW** 3034 X - X 180@ 77°F
75@ -31°F X X - X B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X X *
RSSP-121575W-FR 7798 X - X 15 (75 on Axis) - X X - D,E,Z Square X X X X X
RSSP-24MCW-FR 9402 X - X 15/30/75/110 X - X - D,E,Z Square X X X X X
RSSP-241575W-FR 7793 X - X 15 (75 on Axis) - - X - D,E,Z Square X X X X X
RSSP-24MCWH-FR 9482 X X 135/185 X X B,D,E,F,G,H,J,N,O,R,X Square X X X * *
Specifications and Ordering Information
*PENDING

Architects and Engineers Specifications
The visual notification appliances shall be Wheelock Series RSS Strobe Appliances or approved equals. The Series RSS shall meet
and be listed for UL Standard 1971 (Emergency Devices for the Hearing-Impaired) for Indoor Fire Protection Service. The strobe shall
be listed for indoor use and shall meet the requirements of FCC Part 15 Class B. The strobe appliances shall produce a flash rate of
one (1) flash per second over the Regulated Voltage Range and shall incorporate a Xenon flashtube enclosed in a rugged Lexan® lens.
All inputs shall be compatible with standard reverse polarity supervision of circuit wiring by a Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP). When
Strobe Plates are to be installed, they shall be the Wheelock Series RSSP Strobe Plate and shall have the same electronic circuitry
as the Wheelock Series RSS.
The Series RSS Strobe shall be of low current design. Where Multi-Candela appliances are specified, the strobe intensity shall have
field selectable settings and shall be rated per UL Standard 1971 at 15/30/75/110cd or 135/185cd for wall mount and 15/30/75/95cd or
115/177cd for ceiling mount. The selector switch for selecting the candela shall be tamper resistant. The 1575 candela strobe shall be
specified when 15 candela UL Standard 1971 Listing with 75 candela on axis is required (e.g. ADA compliance).
When synchronization is required, the appliance shall be compatible with Wheelock’s SM, DSM Sync Modules or the Wheelock PS-24-
8MC Power Supplies with built-in Patented Sync Protocol. The strobes shall not drift out of synchronization at any time during operation.
If the sync module or Power Supply fails to operate, (i.e., contacts remain closed), the strobe shall revert to a non-synchronized flash
rate. The strobes shall be designed for indoor surface of flush mounting.
The Series RSS Strobe Appliances shall incorporate a Patented, Integral Strobe Mounting Plate that shall allow mounting to single-
gang, double-gang, 4-inch square, 100mm European type backboxes, or the SHBB Surface Backbox. If required, an NATP (Notification
Appliance Trimplate) shall be provided. An attaching cover plate shall be provided to give the Appliance and attractive appearance. The
Appliance shall not have any mounting holes or screw heads visible when the installation is completed.
The Series RSSP Multi-Candela or single candela Strobe Plate shall mount to either a standard 4 inch square backbox for flush mounting,
or the Wheelock SBL2 backbox for surface mounting.
All notification appliances shall be backward compatible.
NOTE: Due to continuous development of our products, specifications and offerings are subject to change without notice in accordance with Wheelock, Inc. standard terms and conditions.
S0410 RSS/RSSP 06/06
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3 YEAR WARRANTY
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