Cooper RSS WP - 2475C User manual

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www.cooperwheelock.com SERIES RSSWP STROBE WEATHERPROOF APPLIANCE
(WALL/CEILING MOUNT VERSION)
Use this product according to this instruction manual. Please keep this instruction manual for future reference.
GENERAL:
Series RSSWP Strobes can provide a non-synchronized strobe signal when connected directly to a Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP), or provide a synchronized
strobe signal when used in conjunction with a Sync Module (SM), Dual Sync Module (DSM), or Wheelock’s Power Supplies. The RSSWP strobe appliance is
UL Listed under Standard 1638 (Visual Signaling Appliances) and Standard 1971 (Signaling Devices for the Hearing Impaired) for indoor/outdoor use, fire
protective service. The Series RSSWP-2475W Strobe Appliances is ULC Listed under Standard CAN/ULC-S526-02 for Visual Signaling Appliances. RSSWP-
2475W Candela Strobe Appliance with amber, blue, green or red lens is UL Listed under Standard 1638 (Visual Signaling Appliance) for Private Mode
Emergency and General Utility Signaling. The Multi-High-Candela strobe provides two selectable light output intensities in one unit. For outdoor applications
the RSSWP must be mounted to a Weatherproof Backbox (WPSBB). 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 a FACP.
NOTE: Final acceptance is subject to authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ).
NOTE: All Canadian installations should be in accordance with the Canadian Standard for the Installation of Fire Alarm Systems, CAN/ULC-S524-01 and the
Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1. Final acceptance is subject to authorities 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, 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.
CAUTION: NOT RECOMMENDED FOR USE AT REFRIGERATOR / FREEZER DOOR ENTRANCES OR OTHER AREAS WITH
ERSISTENT CONDENSATION.P
SPECIFICATIONS:
Table 1: UL/ULC Models and Ratings
UL Rated Strobe Candela
(cd)
Model
Regulated
Voltage
(VDC/VRMS)
Strobe Rated
Voltage
(VDC/VRMS)
Voltage Range
Per
CAN/ULC-
S526-02
(VDC/VRMS)
ULC Rated
Strobe
Candela
(cd) At -40°C
(UL1638)
(UL1971)
Maximum
RMS Current
Draw (DC)
Maximum
RMS Current
Draw (FWR)
RSSWP-2475W 24 16.0-33.0
20.0-31.0 30 115 30/180 * 0.138 0.222
RSSWP-2475C 24 16.0-33.0 ~ ~115 30/180 * 0.138 0.222
RSSWP-24MCCH 24 16.0-33.0 ~ ~ 50/75 115/177 0.300/0.420 0.455/0.645
RSSWP-24MCWH 24 16.0-33.0 ~ ~ 65/90 135/185 0.300/0.420 0.455/0.645
*180cd is on Axis only.
NOTES:
1. Strobes will produce 1 flash per second over the “Regulated Voltage” range.
2. Strobes with clear lens meet the required light distribution patterns defined in ULC S526-02 and UL 1971. Strobes with amber lens meet the required
light distribution patterns defined in UL 1971.
3. All models are listed for indoor and outdoor use. UL 1971 is tested from a temperature range of 32ºF to 120ºF (0ºC to 49ºC). UL
1638 is tested from a temperature range of -40ºF to +150ºF (-40ºC to +66ºC) with a maximum humidity of 95% RH. The effect of
shipping and storage temperatures shall not adversely affect the performance of the appliances when it is stored in the original cartons
and is not subjected to misuse or abuse.
4. Candela ratings listed in Table 1 are for clear lens. Derate 70% for blue (B), 25% for amber (A), 55% for green (G), and 80% for red (R) lens
WARNING: CANDELA SETTING WILL DETERMINE THE CURRENT DRAW OF A PRODUCT.
When calculating the total currents use Table 1 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.
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 APPLIED VOLTAGE TO THE STROBES. THE
MAXIMUM WIRE IMPEDANCE BETWEEN STROBES SHALL NOT EXCEED 35 OHMS.
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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 APPLIANCE CIRCUITS, SM, DSM SYNC MODULES, OR
COOPER WHEELOCK 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 figure shows 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 is used.
Although the limits shown for each mounting option comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC), Cooper Wheelock 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.
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF CONDUCTORS
AWG#18 AWG#16 AWG#14 AWG#12
4
4 44
SURFACE(INDOOR/OUTDOOR)
MOUNTING TAB
(SUPPLIED)
WPSBB
#8-18 SCREWS
WOOD SCREWS
WARNING: THIS UNIT MUST BE MOUNTED ON A FLAT SURFACE, SO THAT THE SURFACE COVERS THE ENTIRE BACK SURFACE
OF THE BACKBOX. WHEN USED IN AN OUTDOOR APPLICATION OR A NEMA 3R APPLICATION, USE WEATHER PROOF RATED
CONDUIT FITTING ON ALL KNOCKOUTS OF THE BACKBOX.
Figure 1: Wiring Diagram
OR END OF LINE
FROMPRECEDING
APPLIANCE, FACP TONEXT SIGNAL
+
-
STROBES RESISTOR (EOLR)
OR SYNC MODULE
Figure 2:
• All strobes 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.
• Break all in-out wire runs on supervised circuits to assure integrity of circuit supervision as
shown in Figure 2. 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 Wheelock power supplies for additional information.
1. The knock-out opening on the backbox is sized for a ½” conduit and matching connector. Be sure that a proper watertight conduit fitting is used to
connect the backbox for outdoor/severe environment applications. 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.
2. When terminating field wires, do not use more lead length than required. Excess lead length could result in insufficient wiring space for the
appliance.
3. 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.
4. Connect 4 field wires to the RSSWP terminal block (polarity must be observed).
5. Bend the 4 field wires up 90°at the connection to the terminal block, then carefully push the 4 field wires into the backbox by hand.
6. Carefully press the RSSWP to the backbox, verifying that the RSSWP is in contact with the gasket all the way around. It should not be resting on the
lip of the backbox.
7. Screw the RSSWP to the WPSBB using the #8-18 screws supplied.
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Figure 3:
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CANDELA
POINTER
BOTTOMVIEW
115
135 185
CANDELA
POINTER
BOTTOM VIEW
CANDELA
SELECTOR
NOTE: The RSS Multi High-Candela Ceiling comes preset at 177cd. The RSS Multi-High-Candela Wall comes preset at 185cd.
WARNING: REMOVAL OF THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD COVER AT THE BACK OF THE MOUNTING PLATE COULD RESULT IN
SEVERE ELECTRIC SHOCK.
WARNING: THE RSSWP 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. 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
WHEELOCK 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 WHEELOCK 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 from electrical noise (e.g. audio crosstalk).
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.
ANY MATERIAL EXTRAPOLATED FROM THIS DOCUMENT OR FROM COOPER WHEELOCK 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 WHEELOCK WILL NOT HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR SUCH USE.

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