NOTIFIER Wheelock MIZ-MINI Fire Alarm Horn Instruction Manual

June 9, 2024
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Wheelock MIZ-MINI Fire Alarm Horn
Instruction Manual

Wheelock MIZ-MINI Fire Alarm Horn

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GENERAL

Electronic MIZ-Mini Horns are designed to produce high sound output with minimal current requirements. They are UL Listed under Standard UL 464 for Audible Signal Appliances and ULC Listed under first draft Standard ULC-S525 dated August 1997 Audible Signal Appliances For Fire Alarm Systems. All inputs are polarized for compatibility with standard reverse polarity supervision of circuit wiring by a Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP). MIZ-Mini Horns are recommended for alarm signaling for individual rooms in apartments, motels, hotels and offices. These appliances are attractive in appearance and reliable performers. They mount to standard backboxes to reduce the cost of installation. All models are Listed for indoor use with the backboxes specified in these instructions (See Mounting Options).
NOTE: All CAUTIONS and WARNINGS are identified by the symbol . All warnings are printed in bold capital letters.
WARNING: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS, CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN IMPROPER APPLICATION, INSTALLATION AND/OR OPERATION OF THESE PRODUCTS IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION, WHICH COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.

SPECIFICATIONS

Table 1: UL and ULC Listed Models and Ranges

Model| Voltage| Current| Reverberant dBA Per UL 464 At 10 Feet| Anechoic dBA Per ULC-S525-99 At 10 Feet| Mounting Options
Continuous| Code 3| Continuous| Code 3
DC| RMS| dBA| dBA| dBA| dBA
* MIZ-TC12| 8.0| .011| .017| 77.8| 73.3| 82.8| 82.7| ** A,B
12.0| .016| .025| 80.9| 76.8| 86.3| 85.9
17.5| .023| .035| 83.9| 79.8| 89.9| 89.7
** MIZ-TC24| 16.0| .012| .027| 79.7| 75.5| 84.8| 84.7| ** A,B
24.0| .017| .038| 83.2| 78.8| 87.9| 87.9
33.0| .024| .043| 85.8| 81.3| 90.6| 89.7

WARNING: OPERATING THE SERIES MIZ-TC12 UL VERSION, SET ON “CODE 3 TONE” dBA AT MINIMUM VOLTAGE (8.0VDC) WILL NOT MEET THE 75 dBA MINIMUM UL REVERBERANT SOUND LEVEL REQUIRED FOR PUBLIC MODE FIRE PROTECTION SERVICE (NOTED BY * IN TABLE 1). MODELS WITH SETTINGS THAT PRODUCE LESS THAN 75 dBA MAY NOT BE HEARD. THIS SETTING IS ACCEPTABLE ONLY FOR GENERAL SIGNALING (NON- FIRE ALARM) USE.
WARNING: OPERATING THE MIZ-TC12 AND MIZ-TC24 AT MINIMUM VOLTAGE (8.0VDC FOR 12 VOLT MODEL AND 16.0 FOR 24VDC MODEL) WILL NOT MEET THE 85 dBA MINIMUM ULC ANECHOIC SOUND LEVEL REQUIRED FOR FIRE PROTECTION SERVICE (NOTED BY IN TABLE 1). MODELS WITH SETTINGS THAT PRODUCE LESS THAN 85 dBA MAY NOT BE HEARD. THIS SETTING IS ACCEPTABLE ONLY FOR GENERAL SIGNALING (NON-FIRE ALARM) USE.
The UL Listed “Regulated Voltage” range is shown in Table 1 using either filtered (DC) or unfiltered full-wave-rectified (FWR) voltage. Check the minimum and maximum output of the power supply and standby battery and subtract the voltage drop from the circuit wiring resistance to determine the applied voltage to the signaling appliance.
NOTE:**

  1. Anechoic dBA is measured in anechoic chamber with peak meter response.
  2. Reverberant dBA is rated per UL standard 464.
  3.  As per ULC requirement, the -3dB off-axis is 15° and the -6dB off-axis is 30°.
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WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE TOTAL CURRENT REQUIRED BY ALL APPLIANCES THAT ARE CONNECTED TO THE SYSTEM’S PRIMARY AND SECONDARY POWER SOURCES AND SIGNALING CIRCUITS DOES NOT EXCEED THEIR RATED CURRENT. OVERLOADING THESE SOURCES COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER AND FAILURE TO ALERT OCCUPANTS DURING AN EMERGENCY, WHICH COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.
When calculating the total current: use Table 1 to determine the highest value of “Rated Average Current” for an individual horn (across the expected operating voltage range of the device); then multiply this value by the total number of devices; be sure to add the current for any other devices powered by the same source and include any required safety factors.
WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT ALL FUSES USED ON SIGNALING CIRCUITS ARE RATED TO HANDLE THE MAXIMUM INRUSH OR PEAK CURRENT FROM ALL APPLIANCES ON THOSE CIRCUITS. FAILURE TO DO THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER TO THE SIGNALING CIRCUIT AND THE FAILURE OF ALL APPLIANCES ON THAT CIRCUIT TO OPERATE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.
CAUTION: This product is not designed to be used with the SM or DSM Sync Modules.

WIRING INFORMATION

NOTIFIER Wheelock MIZ-MINI Fire Alarm Horn - Figure 1

  1. Appliances have in-out wiring terminals that accept two #12 to #18 American Wire Gauge (AWG) wires at each screw terminal. Strip leads 3/8 inches and connect to screw terminals.
  2.  Break all in-out wire runs on supervised circuits to assure integrity of circuit supervision shown in Figure 2. The polarity shown in the wiring diagrams is for the operation of the appliances. The polarity is reversed by the FACP during supervision.

NOTIFIER Wheelock MIZ-MINI Fire Alarm Horn - Figure 3 Code 3 Continuous
Select

NOTE: Code 3 (shorted) Continuous (open)
Unit is shipped from factory with Code 3 selected (jumper to right). Installer can select continuous audible signal by moving the factory installed jumper to the left one position. The jumper will be placed only on the left pin, leaving the circuit open to select Continuous.

MOUNTING OPTIONS

CAUTION: The following figures show the maximum number of field wires (conductors) that can enter the backbox used with each mounting option. If these limits are exceeded, there may be insufficient space in the backbox to accommodate the field wires and stresses from the wires could damage the product.
Although the limits shown for each mounting option comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC), Wheelock recommends use of the largest backbox option shown and the use of approved stranded field wires, whenever possible, to provide additional wiring room for easy installation and minimum stress on the product from wiring.

NOTIFIER Wheelock MIZ-MINI Fire Alarm Horn - MOUNTING
OPTIONS

MOUNTING PROCEDURES

CAUTION: Check that the installed product will have sufficient clearance and wiring room prior to installing backboxes and
conduit, especially if sheathed multiconductor cable or 3/4″ conduit fittings are used.

  1. Mounting hardware for each mounting option is supplied.
  2. Conduit entrances to the backbox should be selected to provide sufficient wiring clearance for the installed product. When extension rings are required, conduit should enter through the backbox, not the extension ring. Use Steel City #53151 (1-1/2″ deep) or #53171 (2-1/8″ deep) extension rings (as noted in the mounting options) or equal with the same cut-out area.
  3. When terminating field wires, do not use more lead length than required. Excess lead length could result in insufficient wiring space for the signaling appliance.
  4. Use care and proper techniques to position the field wires in the backbox so that they use minimum space and produce minimum stress on the product. This is especially important for stiff, heavy gauge wires and wires with thick insulation or sheathing.
  5. Do not pass additional wires (used for other than the signaling appliance) through the backbox. Such additional wires could result in insufficient wiring space for the signaling appliance.
  6. For Fire Alarm applications using white MIZ-Mini Horns, a red “Fire” Label is provided. Affix this label to the front of the mounting plate to identify the function of the alarm appliance.
  7. All models are UL Listed for indoor use with a temperature range of +32°F to +120°F (0°C to +49°C) and maximum humidity of 85% RH.

ANY MATERIAL EXTRAPOLATED FROM THIS DOCUMENT OR FROM WHEELOCK MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTS DESCRIBING THE PRODUCT FOR USE IN PROMOTIONAL OR ADVERTISING CLAIMS, OR FOR ANY OTHER USE, INCLUDING DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT’S APPLICATION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND TESTING IS USED AT THE SOLE RISK OF THE USER AND WHEELOCK WILL NOT HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR SUCH USE.
IMPORTANT: READ SEPARATE “GENERAL INFORMATION” SHEET FOR INFORMATION ON THE PLACEMENT, LIMITATIONS, INSTALLATION, FINAL CHECKOUT, AND PERIODIC TESTING OF NOTIFICATION APPLIANCES.
CAUTION: Check the installation instructions of the manufacturers of other equipment used in the system for any guidelines or restrictions on wiring and/or locating Notification Appliance Circuits (NAC) and notification appliances. Some system communication circuits and/or audio circuits, for example, may require special precautions to assure electrical noise immunity (e.g. audio crosstalk).
If this appliance is required to produce a distinctive three-pulse Temporal Pattern Fire alarm Evacuation Signal (for total evacuation) in accordance with NFPA 72, 1999 Edition, the appliance must be used with a fire alarm control unit that can generate the temporal pattern signal. Refer to manufacturer’s installation manual for details.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna,
  2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver,
  3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected, and
  4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Limited Warranty

Wheelock products must be used within their published specifications and must be PROPERLY specified, applied, installed, operated, maintained and operationally tested in accordance with these instructions at the time of installation and at least twice a year or more often and in accordance with local, state and federal codes, regulations and laws. Specification, application, installation, operation, maintenance and testing must be performed by qualified personnel for proper operation in accordance with all of the latest National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Underwriters’ Laboratories (UL), Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada (ULC), National Electrical Code (NEC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), local, state, county, province, district, federal and other applicable building and fire standards, guidelines, regulations, laws and codes including, but not limited to, all appendices and amendments and the requirements of the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ). Wheelock products when properly specified, applied, installed, operated, maintained and operationally tested as provided above are warranted against mechanical and electrical defects for a period of three years from date of manufacture (as determined by date code). Correction of defects by repair or replacement shall be at Wheelock’s sole discretion and shall constitute fulfillment of all obligations under this warranty. THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL IMMEDIATELY TERMINATE IN THE EVENT ANY PART NOT FURNISHED BY WHEELOCK IS INSTALLED IN THE PRODUCT. THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDES ANY SOFTWARE REQUIRED FOR THE OPERATION OF OR INCLUDED IN A PRODUCT. WHEELOCK MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY OTHER KIND, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY WHETHER AS TO MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER MATTER.
USERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR DETERMINING WHETHER A PRODUCT IS SUITABLE FOR THE USER’S PURPOSES, OR WHETHER IT WILL ACHIEVE THE USER’S INTENDED RESULTS. THERE IS NO WARRANTY AGAINST DAMAGE RESULTING FROM MISAPPLICATION, IMPROPER SPECIFICATION, ABUSE, ACCIDENT OR OTHER OPERATING CONDITIONS BEYOND WHEELOCK’S CONTROL.
SOME WHEELOCK PRODUCTS CONTAIN SOFTWARE. WITH RESPECT TO THOSE PRODUCTS, WHEELOCK DOES NOT WARRANTY THAT THE OPERATION OF THE SOFTWARE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE OR THAT THE SOFTWARE WILL MEET ANY OTHER STANDARD OF PERFORMANCE, OR THAT THE FUNCTIONS OR PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE WILL MEET THE USER’S REQUIREMENTS. WHEELOCK SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DELAYS, BREAKDOWNS, INTERRUPTIONS, LOSS, DESTRUCTION, ALTERATION, OR OTHER PROBLEMS IN THE USE OF A PRODUCT ARISING OUT OF OR CAUSED BY THE SOFTWARE.
THE LIABILITY OF WHEELOCK ARISING OUT OF THE SUPPLYING OF A PRODUCT, OR ITS USE, WHETHER ON WARRANTIES, NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE EXCEED THE COST OF CORRECTING DEFECTS AS STATED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY AND UPON EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD ALL SUCH LIABILITY SHALL TERMINATE. WHEELOCK IS NOT LIABLE FOR LABOR COSTS INCURRED IN REMOVAL, REINSTALLATION OR REPAIR OF THE PRODUCT BY ANYONE OTHER THAN WHEELOCK OR FOR DAMAGE OF ANY TYPE WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFIT OR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. THE FOREGOING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE SOLE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER AND THE EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY OF WHEELOCK.
IN NO CASE WILL WHEELOCK’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR A PRODUCT.
Limitation of Liability
WHEELOCK’S LIABILITY ON ANY CLAIM OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE AND BREACH OF WARRANTY, FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM, ARISING OUT OF, OR CONNECTED WITH THIS CONTRACT, OR FROM THE MANUFACTURE, SALE, DELIVERY, RESALE, REPAIR OR USE OF ANY PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS ORDER SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE PRICE APPLICABLE TO THE PRODUCT OR PART THEREOF WHICH GIVES RISE TO THE CLAIM. WHEELOCK’S LIABILITY ON ANY CLAIM OF ANY KIND SHALL CEASE IMMEDIATELY UPON THE INSTALLATION IN THE PRODUCT OF ANY PART NOT FURNISHED BY WHEELOCK. IN NO EVENT SHALL WHEELOCK BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM OF ANY KIND UNLESS IT IS PROVEN THAT OUR PRODUCT WAS A DIRECT CAUSE OF SUCH CLAIM. FURTHER, IN NO EVENT, INCLUDING IN THE CASE OF A CLAIM OF NEGLIGENCE, SHALL WHEELOCK BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE PRECEDING LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO ALL PURCHASERS.  6/00

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