Fire-Lite Alarms 1400 User manual

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GENERAL
The System Sensor 1400 ionization smoke detector re-
sponds quickly to both fast flaming and slow smoldering
fires as required by UL 268. The unipolar dual chamber
sensor has the sensitivity needed to quickly detect smoke,
and the stability needed to avoid false alarms.
FEATURES
 Detects both visible and invisible smoke.
 Used with UL listed control panels.
 Unipolar ionization sensing chamber:
a) Provides exceptional stability.
b) Factory preset 1.9% nominal sensitivity.
c) Stable operation in air velocities up to 1,200 feet-per-
minute (7.6 meters per second).
 Removable cover for field cleaning.
 Visible LED blinks in standby.
 Sealed against dirt, insects and back pressure.
 Three-year limited warranty.
 8.5 - 35 VDC operating range.
 Field metering of detector sensitivity.
 Built-in test switch.
 Low standby current.
 Built-in tamper-resistant feature.
 Direct surface or electrical box mounting.
 Remote LED option.
 Insect-resistant screening (maximum to 0.020"/0.508
mm openings).
 SEMS screws for easy wiring.
APPLICATIONS
Use to contribute to life safety, fire protection, and property
conservation. Superior to photoelectric detectors in de-
tecting fast-flaming fires. Superior to bipolar detectors in
avoiding false alarms.
CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION
The 1400 Series ionization smoke detectors contain a
unique dual source, dual unipolar chamber detection de-
sign which will sense the presence of smoke particles
produced by fast combustion as well as slow smoldering
fires. Additional key features include a blinking LED
standby status indicator, an easily visible alarm indica-
tion and provision for convenient field test and metering.
The back of the detector is sealed to block back pressure
air flow. The chamber is protected by a fine mesh (0.020"/
0.508 mm) screen to minimize problems with dust, dirt,
and insects. If cleaning is required, the cover is easily
removed (with a special tool), providing access to the
screen and chamber to perform a thorough cleaning.
INSTALLATION
Model 1400 detectors are intended for use with FireLite
UL listed control panels. Maximum number of detectors
per zone depends on capacity of panel (see FireLite De-
vice Compatibility Document #15384). Easy to install and
maintain, this detector is designed for direct surface
mounting (mounting bracket included), or mounting to a
4" octagonal or smaller box.* Easy-to-wire screw termi-
nals allow fast and simple field wiring of in, out, and re-
mote annunciator connections. The wiring diagram (page
2) shows the correct method for wiring Model 1400 detec-
tors.
To prevent wiring mistakes, observe polarities and make
certain that each conductor is identified. A copy of the
installation and maintenance instructions is packaged with
each detector. For further information, refer to NFPA 72
Standard on Automatic Fire Detectors, and to local Au-
thority Having Jurisdiction.
*NOTE: For Canadian applications, always use a mounting elec-
trical box.
1400
2-Wire Ionization Smoke Detector
June 19, 1998 F-515
Section: Conventional Initiating Devices
ISO-9001
Engineering and Manufacturing
Quality System Certified to
International Standard ISO-9001 Made in the U.S.A.
This document is not intended to be used for installation purposes. We try to keep our
product information up-to-date and accurate. We cannot cover all specific applications or
anticipate all requirements. All specifications are subject to change without notice. For
more information, contact FireLite. Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
12 Clintonville Road, Northford, Connecticut 06472
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ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS
Smoke detector shall be an ionization type (Model 1400)
as manufactured by System Sensor. Wiring connections
shall be made by means of SEMS screws. Detector will
have a visible LED which will blink in standby and latch on
in alarm. The detector shall have a sensitivity of 1.9 ±
0.6%/ft. as measured in the UL smoke box. The detector
screen and cover should be easily removable for clean-
ing. It shall be possible to perform a sensitivity and func-
tional test on the detector without the need of generating
smoke. The detector shall have a mounting bracket that
allows for mounting to a 3-1/2" (8.89 cm) or 4" (10.16 cm)
octagonal box or a 4" (10.16) square electrical box.
SPECIFICATIONS, Model 1400
Type: Ionization.
Visual LED local alarm: Yes.
Remote LED annunciator capability: Yes.
Operating voltage range: 8.5 - 35 VDC.
Current limits:
a) Standby (max.): 100 µA @ 24 V.
b) Alarm current (typical): See Note 1.
c) Alarm current (max.): See Note 1.
Maximum ripple voltage: 4 V peak-to-peak.
Reset voltage: 2.5 VDC.
Reset time: 0.3 seconds.
Startup time: 2 seconds.
Size: 3.12" (7.9 cm) high, 5.5" (13.9 cm) diameter.
Air velocity rating: 1,200 feet per minute (7.6 meters per
second) maximum.
Weight: 0.7 lbs. (317.5 grams).
Mounting: 4" (10.16 cm) square box (1.5" [3.81 cm] min.
depth) with plaster ring; 3.5" (8.89 cm) or 4" (10.16 cm)
octagonal box; 50, 60 or 75 mm boxes.
Operating temperature: 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C).
Operating humidity: 10% to 93% relative humidity, (non-
condensing).
Latching alarm: Reset by momentary power interruption.
Test features: Test port: Insert 0.1" (2.54 mm) maxi-
mum diameter allen wrench or screwdriver into test port
on detector housing. Test module: Using a standard
voltmeter interface, insert MOD400R plug into detector's
module port. Fulfills calibrated sensitivity test per NFPA
72.
NOTE 1: Two-wire control panels must limit current to 100 mA
or less.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Model Description
1400 Ionization Smoke Detector, 2 wire, Surface
Mount.
RA400Z Remote Annunciator (LED).
MOD400R Field test module for all of the System Sen-
sor 400 Series smoke detectors.
1400 WIRING DIAGRAM
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