Siemens SL2 Series User manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SL2 SERIES MULTI
-TONE STROBE, COLOR
WITH PRE
-WIRE/PRE-TEST (CEILING MOUNT)
Siemens Industry, Inc.
Building Technologies Division
2 Gatehall Drive
Parsippany, NJ 07054
PN P8
586
3
-
00
3
A
Siemens Canada Limited
Building Technologies Division
1577 North Service Road East
Oakville, Ontario, L6H 0H6
Canada
PN P85863-003A Page 1
IMPORTANT: All audible and visual signaling appliances must be installed in accordance with all applicable national and local fire alarm
codes and any other required regulatory agencies.
The Siemens SL2MTSC Multi-Tone Strobe appliances are designed for easy installation with a pre-wire capable mounting plate. SL2 Multi-
Tone Strobe (Amber, Blue, Red, or Green) is UL Listed under Standard 1971, UL 1638 for Visual Signaling Devices and Standard 464 for
Audible Signaling Devices. The SL2 Multi-Tone is also ULC Listed under Standard CAN/ULC-S526-16 for Visual Signaling Devices and
under Standard CAN/ULC-S525-16 for Audible Signaling Devices for Fire Alarm Systems. These models are listed for indoor use only,
and for ceiling mount only when used with the backboxes specified in these instructions (see mounting options).
SL2MTS Multi-Tone appliances can be field set to produce any one of eight commonly used alarm tones. Sound output can be field set to
provide either HIGH (HI) dBA or STANDARD (STD) dBA sound output level. SL2MTS Multi-Tone appliances are designed for use with
either filtered or unfiltered Full-Wave-Rectified (FWR) input voltage. All inputs are polarized for compatibility with standard reverse polarity
supervision of circuit wiring by a Fire Alarm Panel (FACP). The horn portion of the SL2MTS appliance can be field set to provide a
synchronized code 3 horn when used in conjunction with the DSC Sync Module or Siemens power supply.
The Siemens SL2 strobe meets NFPA 2016 20 millisecond light pulse duration code requirements. In addition, the Siemens SL2 product
line has been UL/ULC listed as compatible with all Fire Alarm Control Panels (FACP) and accessories that have been determined to be
compatible with Siemens ST Strobe based products including the SL, ST, SE, SEH, SET, S-HQ, STH, AS, CH, HS, MTH and Z series. The
maximum number of SL2 devices per NAC is determined by dividing the maximum current rating of the FACP NAC by the total current
rating of one SL2 device, with a maximum of 105 SL2 devices per NAC. Refer to FACP installation instructions and relevant compatibility
guides for more detail. The Siemens SL2 Series may be installed in the same notification zone and field of view with any Siemens ST, SL,
and Z series Strobe based product.
Siemens SL2 Multi-Candela Multi-Tone-Strobes can provide a synchronized strobe appliance when used in conjunction with an FACP that
incorporates the Siemens sync protocol, a Sync Module (DSC), or the Siemens Power Supply.
CAUTION: Do not change factory applied finishes. “DO NOT PAINT”.
ATTENTION: Ne pas modifiez les finitions appliquées en usine. “NE PAS PEINTURER”
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THE FOLLOWING
INSTRUCTIONS 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.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Table 1: Specifications
Models* SL2MTSCx-NA, SL2MTSCx-NB, SL2MTSCx-NR, SL2MTSCx-NG
Agency Strobe: UL1638, UL1971,CAN/ULC-S526-16
Multi-Tone: UL464, CAN/ULC-S525-16
Input Voltage
DC or FWR, 24V Regulated, 16 to 33V (All models)
Volume Setting
STD (standard) or HI (high)
(selectable
via DIP switch SW1 POS1
)
Tone Setting Eight (8) selectable tones (via DIP switch SW1, POS 2,3,4)
Strobe Light
Output
Six (6) Candela settings. See Table 2 and Figure 5. (fi
eld selectable)
NAC Characteristics
Max. line resistance: 35
Ω
Environmental Indoor Use Only. 0° C - 50° C (32° F - 122° F) 93% R.H.
* note: x=grille color (W or R); N=no lettering; A=Amber; B=Blue; R=Red; G=Green
Table
2
:
SL2MTSC Strobe Candela and
Current Ratings (AMPS) **
Regulated 24DC (16-33VDC) Regulated 24FWR (16-33VRMS)
Amber
Candela
15cd
30cd
75cd
110
cd
150cd
177cd
Blue Candela 5cd 12cd 30cd 40cd 50cd 65cd
Red or Green Candela 4cd 8cd 18cd 25cd 35cd 45cd
DC
0.022
0.030
0.060
0.086
0.125
0.185
FWR 0.036 0.050 0.092 0.142 0.196 0.274
** Setting will determine the current draw of the product.
NOTES:
1. The strobe will produce 1 flash per second over the "Regulated Voltage" range.
2. Strobe is not designed to be used on coded systems in which the applied voltage is cycled on and off.
3. The maximum number of SL2 strobes on a single notification appliance circuit shall not exceed 105.
4. These appliances are UL Listed as “Regulated”. They are intended to be used with FACPs whose notification circuits are UL Listed
as “Regulated.”
5. 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 not subjected to misuse or abuse.
When calculating the total currents: Use Table 2, 3 to determine the highest value of “RMS Current” for an individual appliance, then
multiply these values by the total number of appliances; be sure to add the currents for any other appliances powered by the same source
and include any required safety factors. Make sure that the total RMS current required required by all appliances that are connected to the
system’s PRIMARY and SECONDARY power sources, NAC circuits, DSC Sync Modules or Siemens 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. 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 appliance.
CAUTION: If SL2MTS Multi-Tone appliances are operated within 15 inches of a person’s ear, they can produce a sound
pressure level that exceeds the maximum 120 dBA permitted by ADA and OSHA rules. Exposure to such sound levels can
result in damage to a person’s hearing.
ATTENTION: Si les appareils SL2MTS Multi-Tone sont utilisés à moins de 15 pouces de l’oreille d’une personne, ils peuvent
produire un niveau de pression acoustique supérieur à la vitesse maximale de 120 dBA permise par les règles de l’ADA et de
l’OSHA. L’exposition à de tels niveaux sonores peut endommager l’ouïe d’une personne.
Table
3
: Current and Sound Pressure Ratings for
SL2
MT
SC
Multi
-
Tone Appliances
Tone Volume Maximum RMS Current
(AMPS)
Reverberant dBA at 10ft
Per UL 464
Anechoic dBA at 10 ft
Per CAN/ULC S525-16
16
-
33VDC
16
-
33VFWR
16V
24V
33V
16V
24V
33V
Horn HI 0.108 0.087 82 86 88 94 97 99
STD 0.044 0.045 7
7
80 8
3
88 91 93
Bell
HI
0.053
0.067
76
80
84
86
90
93
STD
0.024
0.028
68
72
76
78
82
85
March Time HI 0.104 0.087 7
9
82 85 90 93 95
STD 0.087 0.045 74 77 80 85 88 90
Code 3 Horn HI 0.122 0.087 7
8
81 84 94 97 99
STD
0.035
0.045
72
76
79
88
91
93
Code 3 Tone HI 0.135 0.110 7
5
79 82
85
88
90
STD 0.035 0.029 71 74 77 80 83 85
Slow Whoop HI 0.098 0.092 8
2
85 88 92 95 97
STD
0.037
0.042
75
79
82
86
89
91
Siren HI 0.104 0.092 82 85 88 92 95 97
STD 0.036 0.040 76 79 82 86 89 91
HI/LO
HI
0.057
0.063
82
85
87
88
91
93
STD 0.025 0.032 77 81 83 83 86 88
Table 4: ULC Directional Characteristics
-3dB +/- 35 Degrees Horizontal, +/- 35 Degrees Vertical
-6dB +/- 45 Degrees Horizontal, +/- 45 Degrees Vertical
WIRING DIAGRAMS:
Figure 1A: One circuit.
SL2MTS Multi
-
Tone and
Strobe activate in unison.
Figure 1B: Two Circuits (Multi-Tone may be Coded)
SL2MTS Multi
-
Tone and Strobe will operate independently
*Refer to DSC Sync Module instruction sheet or Siemens Power Supplies for additional information.
Figure 2:
1. This model has in-out wiring terminals that accept 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. The polarity shown in the wiring diagrams is for operation of the appliances. The polarity is
reversed by the FACP during supervision.
TO NEXT
OR E.O.L.R.
APPLIANCE
+
-
FROM PRECEDING APPLIANCE
FACP, POWER SUPPLY
OR SYNC MODULE
+
-
TO NEXT
OR E.O.L.R.
OR SYNC MODULE
APPLIANCE
+
-
+
-
FROM PRECEDING APPLIANCE
FACP, POWER SUPPLY
FROM PRECEDING APPLIANCE
FACP, POWER SUPPLY
TO NEXT
OR E.O.L.R.
OR SYNC MODULE
APPLIANCE
+
-
+
-

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SETTINGS: To set Volume and Tone, use Switch (SW1). Refer to Table 5,6 and Figures 3,4.
Figure 3: Switch (SW1) located as shown
SW1
1 2 3 4
ON
Figure 4: Switch (SW1) Settings
POS 1
POS 2
POS 3
POS 4
SLIDE HERE FOR (1)
SLIDE HERE FOR (0)
USE A SMALL SCREWDRIVER TO
CHANGE THE SWITCH POSITION.
Table 5: dBA Sound Output Level Setting
Sound Output
Level
Switch SW1 Settings
High dBA SW1 POS 1 on 1 (Factory Setting)
Standard dBA SW1 POS 1 on 0
Table 6: Alarm Tone Settings
Tone Pattern Description
Switch (SW1)
POS 2
POS 3
POS 4
Horn** Broadband Horn (Continuous) 1 1 1
Bell
1560 Hz Modulated (0.07 Sec. ON/Repeat)
1
0
1
March Time Horn Horn (0.25 Sec. ON/0.25 Sec. OFF/Repeat) 0 0 1
Code 3 Horn Horn (ANSI S3.41 Temporal Pattern) 1 1 0
Code 3 Tone
500 Hz (ANSI S3.41 Temporal Pattern)
0
1
1
Slow Whoop 500-1200Hz Sweep (4 sec ON/0.5 sec OFF/Repeat) 0 1 0
Siren 600-1200Hz Sweep (1.0 Sec. ON/Repeat) 1 0 0
HI/LO
1000/800 Hz (0.25 Sec. ON/Alternate)
0
0
0
** Factory setting is Horn with Switch SW1 POS 2, 3, 4 set on 1, 1, 1.
The Code 3 Horn and Code 3 Tone incorporate the temporal pattern specified by ANSI/NFPA/ISO for standard emergency evacuation
signaling. They shall be used only for fire evacuation signaling and not for any other purpose.
The Horn and Bell Tones can be used on coded systems with a minimum On-Time of 1/4 second. All other tones are recommended for
use only on continuous (non-coded) systems.
The SL2MTS must be set for Code 3 horn when “sync” is required. Refer to instruction sheets for DSC or Siemens power supplies for
additional information.
SETTINGS: To set candela, slide the selector switch to the desired setting. See Figure 5.
Figure 5: Candela
Set from rear.
Factory Setting is
4cd,
5cd or 15cd(Amber, Shown).
Figure 6: Light Distribution
CANDELA
15
30
75
110
150
177
Strobe device has only one mounting orientation. LED light element should be oriented toward the floor
NFPA 72/ANSI 117.1 provide means for determining equivalent illumination using fewer, higher intensity strobes within the protected area.
Figure 7: Grille Removal ** Figure 8: Surface BackBox – SLSSBBC
(1) PRESS IN
(2) LIFT
BREAK OFF TABS
FOR 3/4" CONDUIT
METAL STRAP
SUFACE
BACKBOX
WOOD
SCREWS (2)
INSERT
MOUNTING
TABS (2)
** Grille removal: (Figure 7) 1) Insert Screwdriver into slot, and push to release snap. 2) Lift Up to remove the grille.
MOUNTING OPTIONS:
The following figures (A and B) 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.
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.
Figure A: Flush Mount
4”SQ x 2 1/8” Box
Figure B: Surface Mount with SLSSBBC
(2) #8-32 SCREW
(2) #8 THREAD CUTTING SCREW
Maximum Number of Conductors
AWG #18 #16 #14 #12
8
8
8
8
Maximum Number of Conductors
AWG #18 #16 #14 #12
8
8
8
8
All installations shall be in accordance with:
1) In the United States, the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, and the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, NFPA 72.
2) In Canada, CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, Safety Standard for Electrical Installations, Section 32; and the Canadian
Standard for the Installation of Fire Alarm Systems - CAN/ULC-S524.
MOUNTING PROCEDURES:
1. Select a mounting option and install the backbox. SLSSBBC requires 6 1/4” spacing for surface mounting. Screws are provided.
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. Install the Mounting Plate on the backbox. Use 8-32 screws for 4” back-box or hi-lo screws for the SLSSBBC.
3. Pre-Wire: Connect field wires to terminals on mounting plate (reference Figure 1 and 2). 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. When terminating field wires, do not use more
lead length than required. Excess lead length could result in insufficient wiring space for the signaling appliance.
4. Pre-Test: Mounting Plate contains a SHUNT between adjacent “+” terminals to facilittate testing before device is attached.
Note: Shunt will open permanently when device is installed on mounting plate.
5. Verify appliance settings for your application. Settings are shown in Fig. 3-5. Factory settings are HIGH dBA, Horn, 4cd, 5cd or 15cd.
6. Place the SL2 appliance over the mounting plate. Engage TOP hook on mounting plate, then secure with screw at the bottom. Use
care to prevent speaker cone damage when driving the screw.
7. Align cover to the SL2MTSC appliance with strobe opening over LED lens. Then, snap the cover in place.
8. To remove the appliance, insert a small flat-bladed screwdriver into the bottom opening ½” as shown in Figure 7. Then lift off grille.
Important: Do not fully back out terminal screws. Do not over tighten screws or terminals. Excessive torque may affect
operation. When using power tools, ensure the torque is set to the lowest setting available.
NOTE: Final acceptance is subject to Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
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).
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil
numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
ANY MATERIAL EXTRAPOLATED FROM THIS DOCUMENT OR FROM SIEMENS 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 SIEMENS WILL NOT HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR SUCH USE.
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