Wheelock SERIES VL User manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SERIES VL/VLP SIGNALS
GENERAL:
Wheelock's VL, VL1 and VLP Visible Signals are designed with dual lamps for extra visibility and dependability. They are non-flashing incandescent
lamp signals that can be used as a visible signal only or combined with an audible signal. They can be used on a continuous or coded alarm system.
The VLPS, VLPH and VLPM are flashing xenon strobe signals that are designed to be combined with an audible signal or speaker. They are ideal for
adding strobe capability to an existing audible signal installation and they offer maximum reliability and efficiency for effective visible signaling in fire and
life safety applications. They flash once per second on continuous (non-coded) alarm systems.
SPECIFICATIONS:
MODEL SIGNAL
TYPE
INPUT
RANGE
VOLTAGE
INPUT
CURREN
T(AMPS)
CANDELA
PER
UL 1638
MOUNTING
OPTIONS
VL-24 Incandescent 24VDC 0.100 0.84cd B
VL1-24 Incandescent 24VDC 0.100 0.84cd A
VLP-24 Incandescent 24VDC 0.100 0.84cd C,D
VLPS-24 Strobe 18-31VDC 0.025 1.5cd C,D
VLPH-24 Strobe 18-31VDC 0.075 15.0cd C,D
VLPH-115 Strobe 115VAC 0.060 15.0cd C,D
VLPM-24 Strobe 24VDC 0.088 117.0cd E,F
VLP, VLPS, VLPH & VLPM - POSSIBLE COMBINATIONS
AUDIBLE SIGNAL
OR SPEAKER
WHEELOCK
SERIES
HORNS 31T, 34T, EH-E
BELLS (4", 6", 10") 43T, 46T, 42PT, MB
ELECTRONIC SIGNALS AES-E *
SPEAKERS ET-1010, 806T, 807T
* See Application Note 9.
VL,VL1, VLP, VLPS, VLPH Models
W in the model number indicates white lens; substitute R for red lens. The VLPM is available with a clear lens. NOTE: At 0 degrees C, minimum UL
candela ratings apply: 15cd (70,000) models = 13.75cd
WIRING DIAGRAM:
Figure 1.
VL and VL1 models have terminals with wire clamps, (2) wires - 12 AWG max. per position are allowed. Do not pigtail or wrap wires around screw. See
Figure 1. VLP, VLPS, VLPH and VLPM models have double leads for in-out wiring (See Application Note 2).
Copyright 1986, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 Wheelock, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Figure 2. Figure 3.
MOUNTING OPTIONS:
* Shown With Optional 6" Bell
(See Table For Other Possible Signal Combinations)
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CANDELA AT VARIOUS ANGLES
PER UL 1638
MODEL VOLTAGE RATED
CANDELA A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6/A7
18-31VDC (24VDC) 0.84cd 0.84 0.92 0.66 0.87 0.41 0.03
18-31VDC (24VDC) 1.5cd 1.5 1.7 1.2 1.6 0.7 0.1
115VAC 1.5cd 1.5 1.5 1.3 1.3 0.7 0.1
18-31VDC (24VDC) 15.0cd 15.0 18.8 13.7 15.6 7.4 0.9
115VAC 15.0cd 15.0 18.0 14.6 17.7 8.4 0.8
18-31VDC (24VDC) 117.0cd 117.0 15.2 16.4 6.0 7.0 1.2

APPLICATION NOTES:
WARNING: A 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, WHEELOCK STRONGLY
RECOMMENDS THAT THE NUMBER OF STROBES INSTALLED WITHIN A SINGLE ROOM, HALLWAY OR OTHER FIELD OF VISION NOT
EXCEED THE PARAMETERS PRESCRIBED BY APPLICABLE LAWS, STANDARDS, REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES. WHEELOCK ALSO
STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT THE INTENSITY AND FLASH RATES OF SUCH STROBES NOT EXCEED THOSE LEVELS ESTABLISHED BY
APPLICABLE LAWS, STANDARDS, REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES.
WARNING: INSTALLATION OF WHEELOCK 117 CANDELA STROBE PRODUCTS IN SLEEPING AREAS SHOULD BE WALL MOUNTED AS
FOLLOWS: (1) THE ON-AXIS (DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF LENS) LIGHT OUTPUT SHOULD BE DIRECTED AT THE EYE-LIDS OF THE SLEEPING
PERSON, E.G. PILLOW END OF BED, BED HEAD; (2) NO PART OF THE BED SHALL BE MORE THAN SIXTEEN (16) FEET FROM THE STROBE
NOTIFICATION APPLIANCE. INSTALLERS MUST ADVISE OWNERS AND OPERATORS OF BUILDINGS WITH SLEEPING OCCUPANTS, E.G.
HOTELS AND MOTELS, TO WARN GUESTS, RESIDENTS AND EMPLOYEES TO NOT MOVE THE BED LOCATION TO A POSITION VIOLATING
POINTS (1) AND (2) ABOVE OR SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR LOSS OF LIFE MAY OCCUR DURING A FIRE EMERGENCY.
WARNING: ALL STANDARD 117 CANDELA STROBES ARE FOR VERTICAL SIDEWALL MOUNTING ONLY WITH THE CLEAR LENS
WINDOW AT THE LOWER PART OF THE LENS AND ANY LENS LETTERING PROPERLY READING VERTICALLY.
WARNING: ANY MATERIAL EXTRAPOLATED FROM THIS DOCUMENT OR FROM 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 WHEELOCK
WILL NOT HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR SUCH USE.
IMPORTANT: READ SEPARATE "GENERAL INFORMATION" SHEET FOR INFORMATION ON THE PLACEMENT, LIMITATIONS, INSTALLATION,
FINAL CHECKOUT, AND PERIODIC TESTING OF NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES.
1. VL, VL1 and VLP will operate on full-wave-rectified (unfiltered) DC over a voltage range of -20% to +10% of nominal rated voltage. VLPS, VLPH
and VLPM will operate on full-wave-rectified (unfiltered) DC over a voltage range of 18-31VDC (24VDC) per UL 1638. Performance ratings are
based on nominal input voltage. Operate only within specified voltage range for rated performance and endurance.
2. All DC Signals are compatible with DC line supervision. They are polarized and have terminals marked with polarity or color coded double leads.
Apply positive voltage to (+) terminal or red lead to operate.
AC Strobes have integral capacitors that block DC supervision voltage of either polarity.
3. Incandescent models can be used on coded systems in which the applied voltage is cycled on and off. Strobe models are intended for non-coded
systems.
4. All strobes are designed to flash as specified with continuous applied voltage. They are not designed to be used on coded systems in which the
applied voltage is cycled on and off.
5. All candela ratings represent minimum effective intensity based on UL 1638.
6. All incandescent signals normally have a brief inrush current during initial start-up, approximately 9 times rated current for 0.01 seconds. Inrush
current for DC strobe signals is 3 times rated current for 0.01 seconds. Current limitation will not prevent start-up. Power supply rating can be
based on the rated (steady state) power consumption of the signals. Make sure the system power supply is compatible with the specified inrush
current.
7. Strobe models have a brief inrush current during initial start-up. Refer to Figure 2 for inrush current waveform. Circuit fuses must be rated to
handle this inrush. Inrush current limitation will not prevent start-up-up. Power supply ratings can be based on the rated (steady state) current of
the strobes.
8. When wiring VLP, VLPS, VLPH or VLPM in parallel with series AES-E Multitone Electronic Signals, connect the Visible signal to only one of the
audible inputs per wiring diagram.
9. Select largest backbox shown in Mounting Options where possible, to provide additional wiring room for easy installation.
10. Conduit entrance to backboxes should be selected to insure sufficient wiring clearance for installed equipment. When extension rings are
required, conduit should enter through backbox, not extension ring. Use Steel City #53151/1-1/2" deep or #53171/2-1/8" deep extension rings or
equal with same area cut out in back.
CAUTION: If sheated multiconductor cable or 3/4" conduit fittings are used, check that installed product has sufficient clearance and wiring
room prior to installing backboxes and conduit.
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