POTTER FEP-A Wall Mount Expander Plate Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- POTTER
Table of Contents
FEP-A, FEP-B, FEP-G, FEP-R SERIES
ANSI/UL & CAN/ULC COMPLIANT
SEP-A, SEP-B, SEP-G, SEP-R SERIES
ANSI/UL & CAN/ULC COMPLIANT
FEP-A Wall Mount Expander Plate
WALL MOUNT EXPANDER PLATE FOR USE WITH FASPKR, SPKSTR-24WLP,
SPKSTR-24-AL AND CSPKSTR COLORED LENS SERIES
ADDITIONAL CAN/ULC LISTED PRODUCT INFORMATION IS FOUND ON PAGE 4
MODELS
FEP-A . . . . . . WALL MOUNT EXPANDER PLATE WITH SELECTABLE CANDELA STROBE,
AMBER LENS, ALERT TEXT , WHITE FACEPLATE
FEP-B . . . . . . WALL MOUNT EXPANDER PLATE WITH FIXED 15/75 CANDELA STROBE,
BLUE LENS, ALERT TEXT , WHITE FACEPLATE
FEP-G . . . . . . WALL MOUNT EXPANDER PLATE WITH FIXED 15/75 CANDELA STROBE,
GREEN LENS, ALERT TEXT , WHITE FACEPLATE
FEP-R . . . . . . WALL MOUNT EXPANDER PLATE WITH FIXED 15/75 CANDELA STROBE,
RED LENS, ALERT TEXT , WHITE FACEPLATE
SEP-A . . . . . WALL MOUNT SURFACE MOUNT EXPANDER PLATE WITH SELECTABLE
CANDELA STROBE, AMBER LENS, ALERT TEXT , WHITE FACEPLATE
SEP-B . . . . . WALL MOUNT SURFACE MOUNT EXPANDER PLATE WITH FIXED 15/75
CANDELA STROBE, BLUE LENS, ALERT TEXT , WHITE FACEPLATE
SEP-G . . . . . WALL MOUNT SURFACE MOUNT EXPANDER PLATE WITH FIXED 15/75
CANDELA STROBE, GREEN LENS, ALERT TEXT , WHITE FACEPLATE
SEP-R . . . . . WALL MOUNT SURFACE MOUNT EXPANDER PLATE WITH FIXED 15/75
CANDELA STROBE, RED LENS, ALERT TEXT , WHITE FACEPLATE
INTRODUCTION
The Potter Electric FEP-A, FEP-B, FEP-G, FEP-R, SEP-A, SEP-B, SEP-G, SEP-R is
an expander plate device with a high quality colored lens strobe for use with
the Potter
Electric FASPKR, SPKSTR-24WLP, SPKSTR-24-AL and CSPKSTR Wall Mount Colored
Lens Series to have the ability to mount multiple strobes on a single
electrical box for use on a voice evacuation system. The high intensity strobe
utilizes a Xenon flash tube that generates a high-intensity flash visible from
all listed angles.
The FEP-A and SEP-A are provided with a turn dial which provides candela
selection at the installation site; see chart below. The FEP-B, FEP-G, FEP-R,
SEP-B, SEP-G and SEP-R are fixed candela units, available in 15/75 candela
intensity only. The FEP/SEP strobe is designed to be used on a 24VDC system
and features ALERT text on the lens.
The FEP-A, FEP-B, FEP-G, FEP-R, SEP-A, SEP-B, SEP-G and SEP-R strobe is listed
in compliance with ANSI/UL 1638, Visual Signaling Appliances – Private Mode
Emergency and General Signaling for use with Emergency Communication Systems
and Private Mode Systems. Additionally, models FEP-A and SEP-A comply with the
light output dispersion requirements of ANSI/UL 1971 for wall mount
applications.
Not to be used as a visual public mode alarm notification appliance.
LOCATION
This appliance is intended for use in Fire Alarm Systems and Emergency
Communication Systems and is to be installed in accordance with this manual,
the recommendation of the local authorities having jurisdiction, and other
NFPA documents that provide standards on notification appliances for
protective signaling systems. The FEP-A, FEP-B,
FEP-G, FEP-R, SEP-A, SEP-B, SEP-G, SEP-R is intended for indoor installations
only; this appliance is NOT listed for outdoor or drip proof applications.
FEP-A AND SEP-A (AMBER COLOR LENS) PRODUCT INFORMATION
| Model | Color Lens |
|---|---|
| FEP-A and SEP-A | AMBER |
LIGHT OUTPUT IN PERCENTAGE WHEN MEASURED FROM THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS – PER
UL1971 
AMBER Lens Strobe Current Ratings
Use with FEP-A and SEP-A
Candela| Regulated 24VDC Max.
Operating Current (mA)| Regulated 24VFWR Max.
Operating Current (mA)
15| 78| 113
30| 96| 135
60| 137| 186
75| 180| 245
110| 224| 313
NOTICE: DC VOLTAGE RANGE LIMITS: 16-33V. FWR VOLTAGE RANGE LIMITS: 16-33V. THIS PRODUCT WAS ONLY TESTED TO THE STATED VOLTAGE RANGE(S); DO NOT APPLY 80% AND 110% OF THIS RANGE FOR SYSTEM OPERATION.
AMBER Lens Strobe Candela Ratings
Use with FEP-A and SEP-A
Candela| ANSI/UL 1638
On-Axis Candela Rating| ANSI/UL 1971
Measured Candela Rating,
Wall Mount
15| 15| 15
30| 30| 30
60| 60| 60
75| 75| 75
110| 110| 110
NOTICE: PER NFPA 72, COLORED STROBES ARE TO BE LISTED TO ANSI/UL 1638.
ANSI/UL 1971 IS NOT APPLICABLE TO COLORED LENS DEVICES USED IN EMERGENCY
COMMUNICATION INSTALLATIONS. HOWEVER, THESE READINGS WERE OBTAINED USING THE
LIGHT OUTPUT DISPERSION MEASUREMENT REQUIREMENTS UNDER ANSI/UL 1971.
FOR FEP-A & SEP-A PRODUCT ONLY ADJUST INTENSITY BY INSERTING SMALL FLAT
BLADE TO TURN DIAL. DISPLAYED NUMBER WILL INDICATE SELECTED CANDELA.
FEP-B, SEP-B, FEP-G, SEP-G, FEP-R AND SEP-R (BLUE, GREEN AND RED
COLOR LENS) PRODUCT INFORMATION
| Model | Color Lens |
|---|---|
| FEP-B / SEP-B | BLUE |
| FEP-G / SEP-G | GREEN |
| FEP-R / SEP-R | RED |
LIGHT OUTPUT IN PERCENTAGE WHEN MEASURED FROM THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS – PER
UL1638 
FEP/SEP SERIES COLORED LENS STROBE CURRENT RATINGS
*Fixed 15175 Candela Strobe**
Use with| FEP-B, FEP-G, FEP-R, SEP-B, SEP-G and SEP-R Products
Lens Color| Regulated 24VDC Max.
Operating Current (mA)| Regulated 24VFWR Max.
Operating Current (mA)
Blue| 280| 274
Green| 360| 479
Red| 397| 438
*The FEP-B, FEP-G, FEP-R, SEP-B, SEP-G and SEP-R has a fixed candela rating of 15/75 per ANSI/UL 1638.
NOTICE: DC VOLTAGE RANGE LIMITS: 16-33V. FWR VOLTAGE RANGE LIMITS:
16-33V. THIS PRODUCT WAS ONLY TESTED TO THE STATED VOLTAGE RANGE(S); DO NOT
APPLY 80% AND 110% OF THIS RANGE FOR SYSTEM OPERATION.
WIRING
CAUTION:
WHEN INSTALLING, ROUTE FIELD WIRING AWAY FROM SHARP PROJECTIONS, CORNERS AND
INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE LOOPED WIRE UNDER TERMINALS. BREAK WIRE RUN TO
PROVIDE SUPERVISION OF CONNECTION.
WIRE CONDU CTIVITY
18 AWG| 60
16 AWG| 95
14 AWG| 153
12 AWG| 244
CAUTION:
WHEN INSTALLING, ROUTE FIELD WIRING AWAY FROM SHARP PROJECTIONS, CORNERS AND
INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
*
INCLUDES WIRE TO AND FROM APPLIANCE.
ASSUMES ALL APPLIANCES ARE AT THE END OF WIRE RUN (WORST CASE).
NOTICE: APPLIES ONLY TO REGULATED SUPPLIES.
NOTICE:
- USE THE POTTER ELECTRIC SYNCHRONIZATION PROTOCOL TO ALLOW THE FACP TO SYNCHRONIZE THE STROBES.
- ALL STROBES ARE DESIGNED TO FLASH AS SPECIFIED WITH CONTINUOUS APPLIED VOLTAGE. THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR USE ON CODED OR PULSING SIGNALING CIRCUITS. HOWEVER, USE OF THE POTTER ELECTRIC AVSM CONTROL MODULE IS PERMITTED TO SYNCHRONIZE THE STROBE.
- REFERENCE AVSM CONTROL MODULE MANUAL (550-0598, DATED 2-1-13) FOR SYNCHRONIZATION MODULE WIRING DIAGRAMS. AVSM MANUAL CAN BE OBTAINED BY CALLING POTTER ELECTRIC SIGNAL COMPANY AT 1-800-325-3936.
MOUNTING ROUGH-IN BOX AND RUN WIRING
- Attach model FEP to flush mounted box or model SEP for surface mount applications with 2 of the 6 provided #8-32 x 3/4” screws.
- Snap in mounting ring, noting key location and “this side out” text locations.
- Wire FEP/SEP strobe and FASPKR, SPKSTR-24WLP, SPKSTR-24-AL or CSPKSTR colored lens speaker/strobe (SOLD SEPARATELY) as shown in WIRING Section of this manual.
- Connect FASPKR, SPKSTR-24WLP, SPKSTR-24-AL or CSPKSTR colored lens speaker/strobe to FEP/SEP strobe using remaining 4 #8-32 x 3/4” screws.
NOTICE:
- “LEVEL” LINE TO AID IN ALIGNMENT. IF ADDITIONAL SUPPORT IS DESIRED, ADDITIONAL SCREWS (NOT SUPPLIED) MAY BE ADDED IN FOUR BASE LOCATIONS (SEE DIAGRAM BELOW).
- DO NOT USE THE SCREWS PROVIDED WITH THE FASPKR, SPKSTR-24WLP, SPKSTR-24-AL OR CSPKSTR COLORED LENS SPEAKER/STROBE WITH THE INSTALLATION OF FEP OR SEP SERIES. USE ONLY SCREWS PROVIDED WITH FEP OR SEP FOR SPEAKER OR SPEAKER/STROBE INSTALLATION.
- WIRE STRIP GUIDE PROVIDED ON FEP OR SEP SERIES.
WALL MOUNT – FEP PLATE
EXPANDED VIEW WITH MOUNTING RING WALL MOUNT – FEP PLATE
INSTALLED FEP PLATE WITH SPEAKER/STROBE WALL MOUNT – SEP SURFACE MOUNT PLATE
TO 4” SQUARE x 2 1/8” DEEP METALLIC BACK BOX
NOTICE: FOR SURFACE MOUNT APPLICATION MATERIAL MUST BE REMOVED FROM SIDE OR TOP AREAS TO ACCOMMODATE SPECIFIC CONDUIT AND FITTINGS. THE SEP CAN ACCOMMODATE 1/2 AND 3/4 CONDUIT WITH APPROPRIATE CUTOUTS. WALL MOUNT – SEP SURFACE MOUNT PLATE
INSTALLED SEP PLATE WITH SPEAKER/STROBE
CHECKOUT AND TROUBLESHOOTING
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Supply power to the system control panel. The auxiliary signaling device should not be activated.
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If the signal is activated:
a. Check all smoke and fire detectors in the system to make sure they have not been activated.
b. Check all wiring connections to make sure the signal detection circuits are not reversed or shorted together. Check wire color codes and traces. -
To test the speaker or speaker/strobe product series and other signaling appliances, trip the auxiliary panel, activate alarm circuit at the main control panel or activate one
of the fire detection units in the system. All auxiliary signals should be activated. -
An operational test on this product should be conducted in accordance with National Standards or at a minimum annually and more often if dictated by local and state codes or authorities having jurisdiction.
WARNING:
THIS APPLIANCE WILL NOT OPERATE WITHOUT ELECTRICAL POWER. AS FIRES FREQUENTLY
CAUSE POWER INTERRUPTIONS, POTTER ELECTRIC SUGGESTS YOU DISCUSS FURTHER
SAFEGUARDS WITH YOUR LOCAL FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST.
TO RETURN AN APPLIANCE
Should you experience problems with your appliance, proceed as follows:
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Turn off electrical power to the auxiliary alarm circuit.
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Unscrew the unit from the mounting box.
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Disconnect the unit from the field wiring. Reconnect the two positive supply voltage circuits (red wires) and the two negative supply voltage circuits (black wires) of the
auxiliary alarm circuit to maintain power to the other auxiliary alarm appliances in the system. -
Carefully pack the defective unit (the manufacturer cannot be responsible for damage due to shipping or mishandling). Include your return address and complete details as to the nature of the difficulties being experienced and date of installation.
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Return to: Potter Electric Signaling Company, LLC 1609 Park 370, Hazelwood, MO 63042. Prior to returning, call the Potter Electric field service department at 1-800-325-3936 to obtain a RMA number.
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FEP-A, FEP-B, FEP-G, FEP-R, SEP-A, SEP-B,
SEP-G, SEP-R: CAN/ULC
PRODUCT INFORMATION
This appliance is listed in compliance with CAN/ULC S526 and/or CAN/ULC S541.
This appliance is intended for use in fire alarm systems and is to be
installed in accordance with this manual, the National Building Code of
Canada, CAN/ULC S524 and local codes that provide standards on notification
appliances for protective signaling systems. All wiring is to be in accordance
with CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, Safety Standard for
Electrical Installations, Sec. 32. This appliance is intended for use in fire
alarm systems and is to be installed in accordance with this manual, the
National Building Code of Canada, CAN/ULC S524 and local codes that provide
standards on notification appliances for protective signaling systems. Potter
recommends spacing notification appliances in compliance with CAN/ULC S524.
LIMITED WARRANTY
For a period of 60 months from the date of manufacture (or as long as
required by applicable law), Potter Electrical Signal Company, LLC warrants to
you the original purchaser that your appliance will be free from defects in
workmanship and materials under normal use and service.
This warranty does not apply and is void if damage or failure is caused by:
accident, abuse, misuse, abnormal use, faulty installation, liquid contact,
fire, earthquake or other external cause; operating the appliance outside
Potter Electrical Signal Company, LLC’s published guidelines; or service,
alteration, maintenance or repairs performed by anyone other than Potter
Electrical Signal Company, LLC. This warranty also does not apply to:
consumable parts, such as batteries; cosmetic damage, including but not
limited to scratches or dents; defects caused by normal wear and tear or
otherwise due to the normal aging of the appliance, or if any serial number
has been removed or defaced from the appliance.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH
HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, REMEDIES AND
CONDITIONS, WHETHER ORAL, WRITTEN, STATUTORY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. POTTER
ELECTRICAL SIGNAL COMPANY, LLC DISCLAIMS ALL STATUTORY AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTIES AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS TO THE
EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. TO THE EXTENT SUCH WARRANTIES CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED,
SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL APPLY ONLY FOR THE WARRANTY PERIOD SPECIFIED
ABOVE. PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME STATES (COUNTRIES AND PROVINCES) DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY (OR CONDITION) LASTS. SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WARRANTY AND TO
THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, POTTER ELECTRICAL SIGNAL COMPANY, LLC WILL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING
FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION, OR ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH THE
SALE, USE OR REPAIR OF THE APPLIANCE, OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF ACTUAL OR
ANTICIPATED PROFITS, LOSS OF THE USE OF MONEY, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF
OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF GOODWILL, AND LOSS OF REPUTATION. THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY
OF POTTER ELECTRICAL SIGNAL COMPANY, LLC SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE EXCEED THE
PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE APPLIANCE. PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME STATES
(COUNTRIES AND PROVINCES) DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU.
If a defect in workmanship or materials causes your appliance to become
inoperable within the warranty period, you must return the appliance to Potter
Electrical Signal Company, LLC postage prepaid to: Potter Electrical Signal
Company, LLC, 1609 Park 370, Hazelwood MO 63042. You must prove to the
satisfaction of Potter Electrical Signal Company, LLC the date of purchase of
your appliance. You must also enclose a return address. Warranty service may
only be performed by Potter Electrical Signal Company, LLC personnel at Potter
Electrical Signal Company, LLC’s facilities in Hazelwood, Missouri. You must
also pack the appliance to minimize the risk of it being damaged in transit.
If we receive an appliance in a damaged condition as the result of shipping,
we will notify you and you must seek a claim with the shipper.
If you submit a valid claim to Potter Electrical Signal Company, LLC during
the warranty period, Potter Electrical Signal Company, LLC will, at its
option, repair your appliance or furnish you with a new or rebuilt appliance
without charge to you except for postage required to return the appliance to
us. Potter Electrical Signal Company, LLC will not reimburse you for repairs
or replacement parts provided by other parties. Your repaired or replacement
appliance will be returned to you free of charge and it will be covered under
the warranty for the balance of the warranty period, if any. When a product or
part is replaced, any replacement item becomes your property and the replaced
item becomes property of Potter Electrical Signal Company, LLC. For additional
warranty and product information go to
www.pottersignal.com.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR BY COUNTRY OR PROVINCE). BY THIS
WARRANTY, POTTER ELECTRICAL SIGNAL COMPANY, LLC DOES NOT LIMIT OR EXCLUDE YOUR
RIGHTS EXCEPT AS ALLOWED BY LAW. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND YOUR RIGHTS, YOU SHOULD
CONSULT THE LAWS OF YOUR COUNTRY, PROVINCE OR STATE.
Important Notice:
These materials have been prepared by Potter Electrical Signal Company, LLC
(“Potter”) for informational purposes only, are necessarily summary, and are
not purported to serve as legal advice and should not be used as such. Potter
makes no representations and warranties, express or implied, that these
materials are complete and accurate, up-to-date, or in compliance with all
relevant local, state and federal laws, regulations and rules. The materials
do not address all legal considerations as there is inevitable uncertainty
regarding interpretation of laws, regulations and rules and the application of
such laws, regulations and rules to particular fact patterns. Each person’s
activities can differently affect the obligations that exist under applicable
laws, regulations or rules. Therefore, these materials should be used only for
informational purposes and should not be used as a substitute for seeking
professional legal advice.
Potter will not be responsible for any action or failure to act in reliance
upon the information contained in this material.
Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC
1609 Park 370, Hazelwood, MO 63042
Phone: 800-325-3936
www.pottersignal.com
Manual Issue Date:
11/01/13
550-0592-AAB
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