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MEDC Fire Alarm Owner's manual

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FIRE ALARM CALL POINTS
Hazardous Location, Weatherproof
BG Range & PB Range
European, Russian, Chinese and other
worldwide approvals are available,
refer to main section of catalog.
Introduction
These manual fire alarm call points have been
designed for use in hazardous locations and
harsh environmental conditions. The GRP
enclosures are suitable for use offshore or
onshore, where light weight combined with a
high level of corrosion resistance is required.
H UL listed for
– Hazardous locations:
Class I, Div. 2, Groups A-D.
Class II, Div. 2, Groups F & G*
Class I, Zone 2.
– Ordinary locations: Fire Alarm Boxes.
H CSA certified.
H CSFM approved.
H ATEX approved.
H NEMA 4x & 6, IP66 & 67.
H *Certified temperature –13°F to +131°F.
–25°C to +55°C.
H In line and end of line resistors fitted.
H Optional LED to indicate operation.
H Plastic break glass element available.
H Corrosion resistant GRP.
H Retained stainless steel cover screws.
H Optional lift flap.
H Key operated test facility on BG.
*Depending on model.
Now UL listed to +131°F (+55°C)
Ambient Temperature
Cooper MEDC Ltd, Colliery Road, Cooper MEDC (USA) 3413 North Sam Houston Parkway,
Pinxton, Nottingham NG16 6JF, UK. West, Houston, Texas 77086, USA.
Tel: +44 (0)1773 864100 Tel: +1 (713) 937 9772
Fax: +44 (0)1773 582800 Fax: +1 (713) 937 9773
Sales Enq. Fax: +44 (0)1773 582830 Sales Orders Fax: +44 (0)1773 582832
E-Mail: [email protected] Web: www.medc.com
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ATEX
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Ordering Requirements
The following code is designed to help in the selection of the correct unit. Build up the reference number by inserting the code for each component into the
appropriate box. For standard products, available ex-stock, contact sales office for details.
All the above specifications, dimensions, weights and tolerances are nominal (typical) and MEDC reserve
the right to vary all data without prior notice. No liability is accepted for any consequence of use.
Model Certification Entries Labels Switches Features Terminals Finish
Switches Code
Single changeover *S
Double changeover *D
*Prefix with voltage
A for A.C. – D for D.C.
Model
BG
PB
Entries Code
1/2" NPT *C
*Prefix entry size (see
diagram above) with
entry position code
e.g. 1C, 3C.
Labels Code
None 0
Glass label (1) reqd. 1
Glass label (2) reqd. 2
Glass label (3) reqd. 3
Duty label reqd. 4
Tag label reqd. 5
Specify wording on 3, 4 or
5 as required.
Features Code
None N
LED A
Lift Flap (BG only) B
Resistor Series *C
Resistor EOL *D
Earth Continuity† F
Self reset (PB only) M
Plastic element replaces
Break glass P
Finish Code
Red
(Standard)
R
Natural Black N
Blue B
Yellow Y
Grey G
Yellow/Black
Stripes X
Other–specify S
For versions containing inline
and end of line resistors, please
specify your requirements.
SW1
WIRING DIAGRAM
SINGLE SWITCH
TERMINALS
SW1 SW2
WIRING DIAGRAM
DOUBLE SWITCH
TERMINALS
Basic single changeover switch
wiring diagram
Basic double changeover switch
wiring diagram
Specification
Certification: UL Listed – Hazardous locations: Class I, Div. 2, Groups A-D and Class I, Zone 2.
Class II, Div. 2, Groups F & G. (PB Only)
UL Listing No. E186629.
Ordinary locations: Fire Alarm Boxes. UL Listing No. S8117.
CSA Certified to C22.2 (PB only), Nos. 0-M, 0.4M, 14-M, 25,30-M, 94, 142-M 1987,
157M 1987, 157-92, Enclosure Type 4, 4A, Class 1, Groups A-D, Cert. No. 79120.
ATEX Approved: EN50014, EN50018, EN50019, EN50028.
Cert. No. BAS02ATEX2105X (BG & PB), EExed II C T6 (switch only), EExedm IIC T4 (other versions).
Voltage: Up to 240V.
Certified Temperature: BGUL: –13°F to +131°F (–25°C to + 55°C); PBUL: –13°F to +131°F (–25°C to +55°C).
PB (CSA): -58°F to +104°F (-50°C to +40°C).
Ingress Protection: NEMA 4x & 6, IP66 & 67.
Terminals: 6 x 14 AWG standard (BGUL), 7 or 9 x 14 AWG standard.
Switch Rating (1 or 2
changeover switches fitted): Max Rating 240VAC, 3A.
Cable Entries: Up to 4 entries ½" NPT.
Weight: 2.6 lb/1.2kg (Varies with model & entries).
Material: Glass reinforced polyester.
Finish: Red epoxy painted finish as standard or to Customer’s specification.
Resistors: Various configurations available on versions up to 24V, 470R minimum.
LED Indication: A high intensity red LED can be fitted as an optional extra to indicate operation on versions
up to 24V.
Labelling: BG Glass label – reads either (1) Fire Break glass – press here.
(2) Break glass – press here.
(3) Worded to Client’s requirements.
PB & BG Duty label – worded to Client’s requirements. Riveted on.
PB & BG Tag label – worded to Client’s requirements. Screwed on.
Certification Code
UL Listed UL
UL (ordinary locations) UW
CSA Certified* IC
*PB model only.
To order ATEX version see
European data sheet.
43/4"
121mm
415/16"
125mm
5/8"
16mm
5/8"
16mm
35/8" / 92mm
215/16"
75mm
25/8" / 67mm
213/16"
71mm
41/2"
114mm
211/16"
68mm
ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES AND MILLIMETERS
DIMENSIONS FOR PUSHBUTTON AS BREAKGLASS (U.O.S.)
FIXING HOLES 3/16" / 4.8mm DIA. (4 POSITIONS) IN EACH UNIT.
*BGUL only available with
six terminals
†Must be selected when selecting
CSA certification *Specify values
Terminals Code
*6 x 14 AWG (BGUL only) 6
7 x 14 AWG (standard) 7
9 x 14 AWG (optional) 9
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