ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR VISIBLE AND/OR AUDIBLE
PRODUCT INFORMATION
This appliance is intended to provide a visible or audible/visible, depending on the model, notification signal for the purpose of life safety and property protection. This appliance
is listed in compliance with CAN/ULC S525 and/or CAN/ULC S526. 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. Gentex recommends spacing
notification appliances in compliance with CAN/ULC S524.
This unit is designed for mounting to most single gang boxes, 4" square outlet boxes, 2-gang masonry boxes or non-metallic 2-gang switch boxes. Conduit entrance to boxes should
be selected to insure sufficient wiring clearance.
1. Wiring is to be in accordance with CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, Safety Standard for Electrical Installations, Sec. 32
2. Run a minimum 18 gauge insulated 2 or more conductor cable.
3. Mount a box for each remote signaling appliance. Screw bracket onto box. Insert signal into bracket and slide to the right firmly into the terminal block receptacle. Insert mounting
screw as shown and tighten. Cover assembly with the plastic housing.
Regulated 24VDC
Max. Operating
Horn Mode
Current (mA)
HIGH Setting
Temp 3 2400Hz
Temp 3 Mechanical
Continuous 2400Hz
Continuous Mechanical
HORN DECIBEL RATINGS IN ULC ANECHOIC ROOM (dBA @ 3 meters)
Horn Mode
Temp 3 2400Hz (HIGH)
Temp 3 2400Hz (LOW)
Temp 3 Mechanical (HIGH)
Temp 3 Mechanical (LOW)
Continuous 2400Hz (HIGH)
Continuous 2400Hz (LOW)
Continuous Mechanical (HIGH)
Continuous Mechanical (LOW)
NOTICE:
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THE NATIONAL BUILDING CODE AND CAN/ULC S525 REQUIRES THAT ALL HORNS USED FOR BUILDING EVACUATION PRODUCE
TEMPORAL CODED SIGNALS.
THE SOUND OUTPUT FOR THE TEMPORAL 3 TONE IS RATED LOWER SINCE THE TIME THE HORN IS OFF IS AVERAGED
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INTO THE SOUND OUT PUT RATING. UNITS HAVE BEEN TESTED TO 0°C, 49°C AND 93% HUMIDITY.
For a period of 36 months from the date of purchase or a maximum of 42 months from the date of manufacture (or as long as required by applicable law), Gentex warrants to you the original purchaser that the appliance
described in this product information booklet 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 Gentex's published guidelines; or service, alteration, maintenance or repairs performed by anyone other than Gentex. This warranty does not transfer to subsequent owners or purchasers of this appliance. 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. GENTEX 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, AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL
APPLY ONLY FOR THE WARRANTY PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE. PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME STATES (COUNTRIES AND PROVINCES/TERRITORIES) 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, GENTEX 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 GENTEX SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE APPLIANCE. PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME STATES (COUNTRIES AND PROVINCES/TERRITORIES) DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF DIRECT, 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 Gentex postage prepaid to: Gentex Corporation, 9001 Riley Street, Building 10,
Zeeland, MI 49464. You must prove to the satisfaction of Gentex the date of purchase of your appliance. You must also enclose a return address. Warranty service may only be performed by Gentex personnel at Gentex's facilities
in Zeeland, Michigan. 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 Gentex during the warranty period, Gentex 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. Gentex 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 Gentex. For additional
warranty and product information go to www.gentex.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, GENTEX 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 Gentex Corporation ("Gentex") for informational purposes only, are necessarily summary, and are not purported to serve as legal advice and should not be used as such. Gentex 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. Gentex will not be responsible for any action or failure to act in reliance upon the information contained in this
material.
SIGNALING APPLIANCES: CAN/ULC
Horn Current Ratings
Regulated 24VFWR
Max. Operating
Current (mA)
HIGH Setting
23 mA
45 mA
22 mA
43 mA
23 mA
45 mA
22 mA
43 mA
Regulated 24 VDC
Regulated 24 VFWR
Max. SPL Rating
Max. SPL Rating
91.5 dBA
92.7 dBA
83.1 dBA
85.4 dBA
90.8 dBA
93.2 dBA
83.3 dBA
86.2 dBA
91.1 dBA
93.0 dBA
83.1 dBA
85.5 dBA
90.8 dBA
93.2 dBA
83.5 dBA
86.1 dBA
GENTEX CORPORATION - CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
600 NORTH CENTENNIAL STREET, ZEELAND, MI 49464
PHONE: 1-800-436-8391/ 616-392-7195
24VDC Nominal Horn
Current Rating
24VDC Operating
24VFWR Operating
Current (mA)
Current (mA)
HIGH Setting
HIGH Setting
10.8 mA
26.6 mA
9.3 mA
24.4 mA
20.7 mA
24.9 mA
16.5 mA
38.3 mA
24 VDC Nominal
24 VFWR Nominal
SPL Rating
94.2 dBA
86.5 dBA
93.9 dBA
86.9 dBA
94.0 dBA
86.7 dBA
93.8 dBA
86.8 dBA
LIMITED WARRANTY
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Directional Sound Characteristic
-3 dBA
-6 dBA
-3 dBA
-6 dBA
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SPL Rating
95.2 dBA
88.5 dBA
96.0 dBA
89.3 dBA
95.7 dBA
88.9 dBA
95.7 dBA
89.4 dBA
Horizontal Angle
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Vertical Angle
65
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Manual Issue Date:
09/01/09
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