USER’S Manual, Table of Contents | BRK electronic SL177 instruction

USER’S MANUAL

AC POWERED STROBE LIGHT

FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED

Input: 120V AC ~, 60Hz

Strobe: 177 candela minimum

UL STANDARD 1971

Model SL177

M08-0188-000 J1 05/07 Printed in Mexico

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.

This user’s manual contains important information about your Strobe Light’s operation. If you are installing this Strobe Light for use by others, you must leave this manual—or a copy of it—with the end user.

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Before You Install This Strobe Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Recommended Placement

For Hearing Impaired Strobe Lights . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Weekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

How To Install This Strobe Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Regular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

If This Strobe Light Activates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

If an Interconnected CO Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 If an Interconnected Smoke Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

If You Suspect A Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Special Compliance Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Limitations of Strobes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing First Alert for your hearing impaired Strobe Light needs. You have purchased a state of the art Strobe Light designed to provide hearing impaired individuals with a visual warning of a fire or a carbon monoxide danger when used with smoke, heat or carbon monoxide alarms. Please take the time to read this manual and make the Strobe Light an integral part of your family’s safety plan.

Key Features of the SL177 Strobe Light:

Smart Strobe: Separate flash patterns to distinguish smoke/heat or CO danger. Can be interconnected with First Alert® and BRK® smoke, CO, smoke/CO combo and heat alarms.

177 Candela Xenon Light: Powerful 177 candela xenon strobe light provides effective visual warning to awaken hearing impaired residents.

Smart Interconnect: One interconnect wire carries smoke and CO alarm signals.

Meets ADA Requirements: Meets the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

This device is not a smoke, heat or carbon monoxide alarm. It must be interconnected with operating alarms to provide protection.

It will not work without AC power.

BEFORE YOU INSTALL THIS STROBE LIGHT

IMPORTANT! Read “Recommended Placement for Hearing Impaired Strobe Lights”.

This Strobe Light is intended to be interconnected with functioning smoke, heat or carbon monoxide alarms. It has no means of detection on it own. It will not operate without AC power. Its operation is specifi- cally designed to wake hearing impaired persons as specified by NFPA 72, Underwriters Laboratories (UL 1971), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ANSI 117.1.

This Strobe Light can ONLY give an early warning of a potentially dangerous fire or CO incident if it is installed, maintained and located where hearing impaired residents can see it, as described in this manual. This unit will not sense smoke, carbon monoxide, gas, heat or flame.

It cannot prevent or extinguish fires.

Check Your Local Building Codes

This Strobe Light is designed to be used in typical residential single- family or multi-family dwellings and institutional applications including sleeping areas of hospitals, hotels, motels, nursing homes, long term health care facilities, day care facilities, dormitories or other similar dwellings. See “Special Compliance Considerations” for details.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Turn off power to the area where you will install this Strobe Light at the circuit breaker or fuse box before beginning installation. Failure to turn off the power before installation may result in serious electrical shock, injury or death.

•Installation of this Strobe Light must conform to the electrical codes in your area; Articles 210, 760 of NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 72, NFPA 101; SBC (SBCCI); UBC (ICBO); NBC (BOCA); OTFDC (CABO), and any other local or building codes that may apply. Wiring and installation must be performed by a licensed electrician. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in injury or property damage.

•This Strobe Light must be powered by a 24-hour, 120VAC 60Hz circuit. Be sure the circuit cannot be turned off by a switch, dimmer, or ground fault circuit interrupter. Failure to connect this Strobe Light to a 24-hour circuit may prevent it from providing constant protection.

•It is possible an electrical fire could occur on the circuit powering this Strobe Light. If this happened, power to the unit could be cut off and it may fail to activate. Some safety experts recommend wiring warning devices like this unit on separate circuits from other appliances, since these circuits are not as likely to be overloaded. Other safety experts recommend wiring these units on the same circuits as appliances so it is more readily apparent if the circuit fails.

•Never disconnect the power from an AC powered Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm. Doing so will disable the unit and remove your protection. In the case of a true unwanted alarm open a window or fan the smoke away from the inter- connected units . The interconnected alarm will reset auto- matically when it returns to normal operation. Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke, etc.). Instead open a window or fan the smoke away. The Alarm will reset automatically.

RECOMMENDED PLACEMENT FOR HEARING IMPAIRED STROBE LIGHTS

According to NFPA 72, at a minimum a strobe should installed within 16 feet (4.9 meters) of the pillow.

For wall mounting, the strobe should be between 80 to 96 inches (203 to 244 cm) above the floor.

For ceiling mounting: Ideally, the strobe should be located near the center of the room. See diagram.

This strobe light must be interconnected with smoke, heat and/or carbon monoxide alarms either within or nearby the sleeping rooms to provide protection.

SL177 specifications

The BRK Electronic SL177 is a state-of-the-art smoke alarm designed for reliable and effective fire detection in homes and commercial spaces. Built by BRK, a leader in safety and security products, the SL177 stands out for its exceptional features and advanced technologies that ensure optimal performance.

One of the main features of the SL177 is its photoelectric sensor, which detects smoldering fires more effectively than traditional ionization sensors. This type of sensor is particularly responsive to slow-burning fires that may produce a large amount of smoke, allowing for quicker alerts and enhanced safety for occupants.

The device is equipped with a loud 85 decibel alarm that activates when smoke is detected, ensuring that everyone in the vicinity is alerted to potential danger. This feature is crucial in sleep environments or noisy areas where subtle smoke detection might go unnoticed.

Another significant characteristic of the SL177 is its easy installation process. The unit is designed for wall or ceiling mounting, and it comes with all the necessary mounting hardware and instructions. The compact design also allows it to blend seamlessly with any interior décor without being obtrusive.

The SL177 is powered by a long-lasting battery, eliminating the need for hardwiring and providing flexibility in placement. Additionally, the unit features a low battery indicator, alerting users when it's time to replace the battery to ensure continued functionality.

Another technological aspect of the SL177 is its test and hush button, which allows users to easily test the alarm's functionality and silence it during false alarms, such as cooking smoke. This feature provides peace of mind and ensures that the unit remains operational without unnecessary disturbances.

Finally, the SL177 meets multiple safety standards and certifications, affirming its reliability and effectiveness. Users can trust that they are investing in a quality product that complies with stringent safety regulations.

In conclusion, the BRK Electronic SL177 smoke alarm is an advanced fire detection solution equipped with a photoelectric sensor, a loud alarm, easy installation, battery power, a test and hush feature, and compliance with safety standards. These characteristics make it a crucial addition to any safety-conscious environment.

BRK electronic SL177 user manual USER’S Manual, Table of Contents, Introduction

Models: SL177

USER’S MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

BEFORE YOU INSTALL THIS STROBE LIGHT

RECOMMENDED PLACEMENT FOR HEARING IMPAIRED STROBE LIGHTS

SL177 specifications