Fire-LITe Alarms BG-12L Manual Pull Station User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Fire-LITe Alarms
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Fire-LITe Alarms BG-12L Manual Pull Station
Description
The BG-12L pull station is a non-coded, dual-action manual pull station with a key-lock reset feature. It provides Fire•Lite control panels with one normally open (N/O) alarm initiating input. The BG-12L meets the ADAAG controls and operating mechanisms guidelines (section 4.1.3[13]), and the ADA requirement for a 5 lb. maximum pull force to activate the pull station. Operating instructions are molded into the pull station handle along with Braille text. Molded Terminal numbers are also present.
Ratings
Switch contact (N/O) is gold plated for reliability and rated at 0.25 A at 30
volts (AC or DC).
Installation
The BG-12L pull station can be surface mounted to an SB-10 or SB-I/O surface backbox or semi-flush mounted on a standard single-gang, double-gang or 4″ (10.16 cm) square electrical box. The optional BG-TR trim ring can be used if the BG-12L is to be semi-flush mounted.
Operation
To activate the dual-action pull station, push in and pull down on the handle.
The word ‘ACTIVATED’ appears after the handle is pulled down. This will remain
until the pull station is reset.
The pull station includes one Single Pole, Single Throw (SPST) Normally Open
(N/O) switch which closes upon activation of the pull station.
Resetting the Pull Station
- Insert the key into the lock and rotate 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
- Open the door until the handle returns to normal.
- Close and lock the door.
Note: Closing the door automatically resets the switch to the ‘Normal’
position. Opening the door will not activate or deactivate the alarm switch
.
WARNING: DO NOT LOOP WIRING UNDER ANY TERMINALS. BREAK WIRE RUN TO
MAINTAIN IDC SUPERVISION.
- Do not loop wiring under any terminals. Break wire run to maintain IDC supervision.
CAUTION: Do not detach the door of the pull station during installation. The door of the pull station cannot be reattached to the backplate after the backplate has already been installed onto an electrical box.
- Install the Fire•Lite BG-12L pull station in accordance with these instructions, applicable NFPA standards, national and local Fire and Electrical codes and the requirements of the AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction). Regular testing of the devices should be con-ducted in accordance with the appropriate NFPA standards. Failure to follow these directions may result in failure of the device to report an alarm condition. Fire•Lite is not responsible for devices that have been improperly installed, tested or maintained.
ADA Compliance
For ADA compliance, if the clear floor space only allows forward approach to an object, the maximum forward reach height allowed is 48 inches (121.92 cm). If the clear floor space allows parallel approach by a person in a wheelchair, the maximum side reach allowed is 54 inches (137.16 cm).