POTTER RCDS SERIES Releasing Circuit Disable Switch Owner’s Manual
- June 9, 2024
- POTTER
Table of Contents
POTTER RCDS SERIES Releasing Circuit Disable Switch
Features
- Meets requirements of NFPA 72 and 2001
- Colored LEDs indicate system status
- Stainless steel plate mounts to single gang box
- RCDS-1: key removable in both positions
- RCDS-2001: key only removable in enabled position to comply with NFPA 2001
- Compatible with any 24VDC system
Description
The device consists of a stainless steel faceplate, green LED, amber LED, and a switch assembly. It is designed to mount on a standard single gang electrical enclosure.
Application
The RCDS-1 complies with the requirements of NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code):
The RCDS-2001 complies with the requirements of NFPA 2001 (Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems):
- Specifying a physical switch to disconnect the release circuit in place of a software-controlled disconnect.
- Creating a supervisory condition on the associated release panel.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions| 2 3/4” W x 4-1/2” H x 2” D (Approximate) Mounts on single gang or
handy box
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Contact Rating| 1 AMP @ 40 VDC
Power Requirements| 24 VDC, 10mA
Environmental
Specifications
| Indoor use only
Temperature range -22°F to140°F (-30°C to 60°C)
Installation
- Connect the red and black leads to the 24 VDC auxiliary power terminals on the release panel. Be certain to observe polarity.
- Connect the yellow wires to the supervisory zone on the panel.
Operation
- The green LED indicates the RCDS is in Normal condition and the release circuit is enabled.
- The amber LED indicates that the release circuit is disabled.
Ordering Information
| Model | Description | Stock No. |
|---|---|---|
| RCDS-1 | Releasing Circuit Disable Switch | 3001002 |
| RCDS-2001 | Releasing Circuit Disable Switch (Clean Agent) | 3001005 |
NOTICE: The connection for the supervisory circuit has 4 wires: 2 yellow and 2 gray. The 2 yellow wires are for connection to the supervisory circuit. The 2 gray wires are for connection to additional supervisory devices or the EOLR for the supervisory zone.
Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC
- St. Louis, MO
- Phone: 800-325-3936
- www.pottersignal.com