SIEMENS ABHW-4S Intelligent Audible Base for Sleeping Area Instruction Manual

SIEMENS ABHW-4S Intelligent Audible Base for Sleeping Area ****

Installation Instructions

Introduction

The Model ABHW-4S audible base from Siemens Industry, Inc. is an intelligent supervised base which is designed for use in sleeping areas. The base generates a 520 Hz square wave audio signal complying with the latest NFPA 72 standard and is UL/ULC listed. It provides six selectable tone patterns, two volume levels when used with compatible fire detectors and control panels. The ABHW-4S audible bases wired in the same device loop are fully synchronized with FD-UL detectors and also support RL-HC, RL-HW remote lamps. The ABHW4S provides 520 Hz Steady, Temporal 3, Temporal 4, Temporal 4 low power, March time 120 and Canadian March time 30. ABHW-4S is fully compatible with all Siemens addressable detectors and recognizes the detector type automatically. (Refer to the list of compatible detectors and control panels in this document).

Application note

The ABHW-4S is a UL & ULC listed smoke detector supplementary device. It meets or exceeds 85 dB at 10-foot audibility requirement as specified in UL268 & ULC-S529. When used in conjunction with listed, compatible Siemens equipment, the ABHW-4S may be used in lieu of single/multiple station smoke alarms to achieve enhanced, system-level functionality. The ABHW-4S can also meets the requirements specified in UL464, UL2075 including 520 Hz low frequency requirements for “Sleeping Area”.

Specifications

Physical Specifications:

Operating temperature: 32 °F ~ 120 °F (0 °C ~ 49 °C) Operating humidity:10 ~ 95%RH (Non Condensing) Compatible electrical mounting boxes: 4″ square gang box ONLY with 2.5-inch depth minimum; 4″ octagon box is NOT compatible Sound Output:
High: 85 dB
Low: 75 dB
Tones: Steady
Temporal 3
Temporal 4
Temporal 4 low power
March time 120
Canadian March time 30
Electronic Ratings:
Operating voltage:
External power: 16 ~ 33 VDC
Supervisory current (max):
From loop: 250 µA
From external: 1.0 mA
Alarm current (max):
External powered:

High dBA: 65 mA @ 33 VDC
90 mA @ 24 VDC
165 mA @ 16 VDC
0.85 mA from loop
Low dBA: 28 mA @ 33 VDC
33 mA @ 24 VDC
45 mA @ 16 VDC
1.6 mA from loop

Constraints

1. The alarm current of ABHW-4S has to be energized by any UL listed 24 VDC regulated auxiliary power supply including the aux power output of XLS/Desigo Fire Safety Modular/Cerberus PRO Modular, FC2005/FC901, FC2025/ FC2050/FV2025/FV2050, FC922/FC924/FV922/FV924 and PAD-3/PAD-4/PAD-5 (refer to Figure 1), ZIC-4A (FireFinder- XLS/Desigo Fire Safety Modular/Cerberus PRO Modular zone indicating card (NAC), refer to Figure 3), PAD-3/ PAD4/PAD-5 (Figure 4), or a 24 VDC NAC circuit such as FC2005/ FC901 (Refer to Figure 5.1) or NAC circuit such as FC2025/FC2050/FV2025/FV2050, FC922/FC924/FV922/ FV924 (Refer to Figure 5.2).
2. The alarm current of ABHW-4S CANNOT be energized by a 24 V FWR power supply.
3. The maximum number of ABHW-4S is related to the maximum current rating and the power line resistance of the auxiliary power supplies applied on the ABHW-4S. Refer to the related installation instructions of the auxiliary power supply.
4. The maximum loop line resistance cannot exceed the maximum line resistance defined in the compatible fire control panels.
5. T-tapping of the notification appliance circuit is not allowed.
6. The NAC output must be set to a steady DC if it is used for ABHW-4S.

Configuration Important!

The ABHW-4S must be configured by the panel when it is connected with FD-UL detectors (see Table 1). Failure to configure the ABHW-4S will cause problems. For additional information please refer to the manual of related panel. Also, for use with H-Series detectors (see Table 2) it does not require panel configuration as it will function the same as an ADBH-11 which will not be synchronized.

Detector wiring

(Refer to Figures 7 and 8) Audible base Model ABHW-4S should be interconnected as shown in the Installation/ Wiring Diagrams and wired to the specific system modules and control panels following the appropriate instructions. For operation with FireFinder-XLS/Desigo Fire Safety Modular/Cerberus PRO Modular, FC2005/FC901, FC2025/FC2050/FV2025/
FV2050, FC922/FC924/FV922/FV924 system, note any limitations on the number of audible bases permitted on each notification appliance circuit or 24 VDC regulated power supply, depending on the total cable resistance and total load of each circuit. (See ELECTRICAL RATINGS section.)
Note: Recommended wire size: 18 AWG min.; 14 AWG max.
Wire larger than 14 AWG can damage the connector.

Detector mounting

The detector base comes from the factory prewired. All signaling and initiating circuits are connected directly to the back of the ABHW-4S audible base using the four position terminal blocks.

Base mounting

1. Route all wires out from the outlet box.
2. When the alarm LED viewing is critical, position the LED mark on the base in the intended direction (Refer to Figure 8).
3. Make connections directly to the audible base terminals located on the back of the base. Refer to the related Installation/Wiring diagram.
4. After all bases are installed, check loop continuity. For ABHW-4S loop continuity check, refer to the DPU or SDPU Manual, “Testing a FireFinder-XLS Loop”.
5. If loop continuity is acceptable, proceed with detector head installation.
   Use a 30-foot center spacing (900 sq ft), as a starting point referred to in NFPA Standard 72 National Fire Alarm Code and CAN/ULC-S524, in a detector installation layout. This spacing is based on ideal conditions–smooth ceiling, no air movement, and no physical obstructions. In all installations (except in special circumstances like computer room under floors), locate the detector on the ceiling, a minimum of 6 inches from a side wall, or on a wall, between 4 and 6 inches from the ceiling. If questions arise regarding detector placement, it is extremely important that the drawings provided or approved by Siemens Industry, Inc., or by its authorized distributors be followed! The detector placements shown on these drawings were chosen after a careful evaluation of all facets of protecting the area. Environmental factors such as air current, temperature, humidity, air pressure, and the nature of the fire load are carefully considered. Special consideration is given to room or area configuration and the type of ceiling (sloped or flat, smooth or beamed). Siemens Industry, Inc.’s extensive experience in the design of fire detection systems assures optimum detector placement and is reflected in these drawings. Follow sound engineering judgment made by qualified personnel.

Compatible fire alarm control panels:

Compatible detectors:

FD-UL series detectors (table 1):

detector
OP921| S54320-F4-A2| A6V10323928| Cerberus PRO optical detector
OH921| S54320-F6-A2| A6V10323936| Cerberus PRO optical / heat detector
HI921| S54320-F5-A2| A6V10323932| Cerberus PRO heat detector

H-series detectors (table 2):

Compatible remote lamps (table 3):

Figure 1
Typical Non-Isolated Installation/Wiring Diagram for ABHW-4S Audible Base Powered by 24 VDC Regulated Power Supply

Figure 2
Typical Isolated Installation/Wiring Diagram for ABHW-4S Audible Base Powered by 24 VDC Regulated Power Supply

Figure 1 and 2 Notes:

1. RPR-1 remote relay and HTRI are used for 24 VDC power supervision. 24 VDC wire open will cause trouble reported by HTRI. Refer to Installation Instruction of RPR-1 (315-096055).
2. ABHW-4S terminals 5-6 are polarity insensitive. Line 1 and Line 2 can be either line of device loop.
3. EOL device of HTRI: 3.6 K, 1/4 W resistor, P/N 140-820185. EOL device of HTRI: 470 Ohm, 1/4 W resistor, P/N 140-820164. EOL device of XTRI: 470 Ohm, 1% 1/2 W Resistor, P/N A5Q00073045.
4. ABHW-4S can be wired either Style Z (Class A) or Style Y (Class B).
5. For the max load current, refer to the specifications of the compatible panels listed in this document.
6. The 24 VDC regulated power supply could be the Aux Power Output from the compatible panels or from PAD-3/PAD-4/PAD-5, or other UL listed 24 VDC regulated power supply. 24 V FWR power supply can’t be allowed.

Figure 3
Installation/Wiring Diagram for ABHW-4S Audible Powered by ZIC-4A (NAC of FireFinder-XLS/Desigo Fire Safety Modular/Cerberus PRO Modular System)

Figure 3 Notes:

1. Polarity shown in active state at terminals 1 and 2 of ABHW-4S and 1-4 of ZIC-4A. Proper polarity must be maintained or audible base will not operate properly. Each audible base must be tested to verify operation.

2. Tone selection (Refer to page 12, Note 4, for more information).

3. ABHW-4S terminals 5-6 are polarity insensitive. Line 1 and Line 2 can be either line of the loop.

4. The wiring of ABHW-4S shown in the diagram is Style Z (Class A). It may also be wired as
   Style Y (Class B).

5. ZIC-4A Notification Appliance Circuits provide 4 outputs that can be configured for Class A. or Class B. Refer to the ZIC-4A Installation Instructions, P/N 315-033050.

6. EOL resistor, 24 k ohms, 1/2 watt, 5%, P/N 140-820405.

7. NAC circuit does not provide isolation.

Figure 4
Typical Isolated Installation/Wiring Diagram for ABHW-4S Audible Base Powered by NAC of PAD-3/PAD-4/PAD-5 System

Figure 4 Notes:

1. The NAC circuit shown in the diagram is the active state at terminal 1 and 2 of ABHW-4S.
2. ABHW-4S terminals 5-6 are polarity insensitive. Line 1 and Line 2 can be either line of device loop.
3. The wiring at NAC of PAD-3/PAD-4/PAD-5 shown in the diagram for ABHW-4S is Style Z (Class A) (No EOL needed). If Style Y (Class B) wiring used at NAC output, EOL (24 K, 0.5 W resistor) must be used.
4. For the max load current and max cable resistance, refer to the specifications of PAD-3/PAD4/PAD-5, P/N: 315 099082/315-050217/A6V101030358.
5. NAC circuit does not provide isolation.

Figure 5.1
Installation/Wiring Diagram for ABHW-4S Audible Base Powered by NAC of FC2005/FC901 system

Figure 5.1 Notes:

1. The NAC circuit shown in the diagram is the active state at terminal 1 and 2 of ABHW-4S.
2. ABHW-4S terminals 5-6 are polarity insensitive. Line 1 and Line 2 can be either line of device loop.
3. The wiring at NAC of FC2005/FC901 shown in the diagram for ABHW-4S is Style Z (Class A) (no EOL needed). If Style Y (Class B) wiring used at NAC output, EOL (24 K, 0.5 W resistor) must be used.
4. For the max load current and max cable resistance, refer to the specifications of FC2005 / FC901.

Figure 5.2
Typical Isolated Installation/Wiring Diagram for ABHW-4S Audible Base Powered by NAC of C2025/FC2050/FV2025/FV2050 and FC922/FC924/FV922/FV924 system

Figure 5.2 Notes:

1. The NAC circuit shown in the diagram is the active state at terminal 1 and 2 of ABHW-4S.
2. ABHW-4S terminals 5-6 are polarity insensitive. Line 1 and Line 2 can be either line of device loop.
3. The wiring at NAC of FC2025/FC2050/FV2025/FV2050 and FC922/FC924/FV922/FV924 shown in the diagram for ABHW-4S is Style Z (Class A) (no EOL needed). If Style Y (Class B) wiring used at NAC output, EOL (2.4 K, 0.5 W resistor) must be used.
4. For the max load current and max cable resistance, refer to the specifications of FC2025/FC2050/FV2025/FV2050 and FC922/FC924/FV922/FV924.
5. NAC circuit does not provide isolation.

Figure 6
ABHW-4S Audible Base Terminal Blocks (only for HFP-11, HFPT-11, SFP-11, HFPO-11, SFPO-11, and SFPT-11 detectors)

Figure 7
ABHW-4S Audible Base Terminal Blocks (only for FDO421, FDOT421, FDT421, FDOOT441, FDOOTC441, OP921, OH921, HI921, OOH941, HFPO-11, SFPO-11, and OOHC941 detectors.)
Figure 7 Notes:
The ABHW-4S terminal 3 should be connected to RL-HC/RL-HW TB1
The ABHW-4S terminal 4 should be connected to RL-HC/RL-HW TB2 or TB3

Figure 8
Positioning the Alarm LED
NOTES:

1. When installing FD-UL detectors in a FireFinder-XLS panel, use the following panel versions
   ● PMI ver 10.02 or later
   ● Zeus ver 10.02 or later
   ● DLC ver 06.01 or later

2. ABHW-4S alarm current can ONLY be powered from auxiliary power; device loop power is used for the control circuits in ABHW-4S.

3. When the audible base ABHW-4S works with FD-UL series detectors, up to six tone patterns and two volume levels can be selected by user with system configuration tool.

4. When the audible base ABHW-4S works with H-series detector, a fixed 85dB tone is provided and only two tones can be selected (Steady and Temporal 3). Steady: without a jumper at terminals 3 and 4; Temporal 3: terminals 3 and 4 are shorted with jumper.

5. For additional information on the modules used in an individual system, refer to the Installation Instructions for that particular module or contact your authorized Siemens Industry, Inc. representative.

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Siemens Canada, Ltd.
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