POTTER PDC Security Bell Module Instruction Manual

June 9, 2024
POTTER

PDC Security Bell Module
Instruction Manual

PDC Security Bell Module

NOTICE TO THE INSTALLER
This manual provides an overview and the installation instructions for the PDC 10G Security Bell. All connections are power limited and should be wired in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 70 (NEC) and NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm Code). Failure to follow the wiring diagrams in the following pages will cause the bell to not operate as intended.

DESCRIPTION

The PDC Security Bell is a DC bell designed for easy indoor and outdoor installation wherever required. The semi-flush design has an optional waterproof backbox available.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Audibility Rating (dB at 10 ft)

RATING 6″ GONG SIZE 8″ GONG SIZE 10″ GONG SIZE
VOLTAGE RATED
CURRENT SOUND LEVEL
AT 10 FT dB RATED
CURRENT SOUND LEVEL
AT 10 FT dB RATED
CURRENT SOUND LEVEL

AT 10 FT dB
12VDC| 200mA| 96| 200mA| 96| 200mA| 96
24VDC| 100mA| 96| 100mA| 96| 100mA| 96

INSTALLATION

  1. Remove the gong.
  2. Wire the bell in the circuit.
  3. Mount bell mechanism on 4” square outlet box with the striker facing down.
  4. Replace the gong.
  5. Mount the bell a minimum of 8ft. above the floor or as close to the ceiling as possible
  6. Observe the polarity when installing the bell. Polarized bells provide Red (+) and Black (-) lead wires.

WIRING AND SIZING

The PDC is connected to the master panel using an The connections are power limited and supervised. The wiring diagram shown below illustrates how to connect a PDC bell.
FIGURE 1. EXAMPLE OF WIRING A PDC BELL

D.C. BELLS (OBSERVE POLARITY)

POTTER PDC Security Bell Module - 1

FIGuRE 2. PDC BELL MOuNTING

POTTER PDC Security Bell Module - 2

NOTES:

  • Wire preparation – strip all wires 1/4 inch from their edges as shown here:
    – Stripping too much insulation may cause a ground fault.
    – Stripping too little may cause a poor connection and subsequently an open circuit.

These instructions do not purport to cover all the details or variations in the equipment described, nor provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection with installation, operation and maintenance.
Specifications subject to change without prior notification.
For Technical Assistance contact Potter Electric Signal Company at 866-956-1211.
Actual performance is based on proper application of the product by a qualified professional.
Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise, which are not covered sufficiently for the purchaser’s purpose, the matter should be referred to a distributor in your region.

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