Fire-Lite Alarms BG-12LX, BG-12LXSP Operating Instructions Manual

BG-12LX Addressable Pull Station

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Description

The BG-12LX Addressable pull station is a non-coded, dual-action manual pull station with
a key-lock reset feature. It provides Fire•Lite intelligent control panels with one addressable
alarm initiating input. The addressable module is housed inside the pull station. The BG­12LX is compatible with all Fire•Lite intelligent panels. The BG-12LX 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. Conforms to ANSI/UL Standard 38 and ULC Standard S528.

Ratings

Normal Operating Voltage: 24 VDC.
Average Operating Current (LED Flash): 375 µA.
Maximum Operating Current (LED On): 5 mA.
Temperature Range: 32° F - 120° F (0° C - 49° C).
Relative Humidity Range: 10% - 93% non-condensing.

Installation

The BG-12LX Addressable pull station can be surface mounted to an SB-10 or SB-I/O sur­face backbox or semi-ush 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-12LX is to

be semi-ush 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

1. Insert the key into the lock and rotate 1/4 turn counterclockwise.

2. Open the door until the handle returns to normal.

3. Close and lock the door.

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Wiring

NOTE: Closing the door automatically resets the switch to the ‘Normal’ position.

Opening the door will not activate or deactivate the alarm switch.

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.

CAUTION!

Install the Fire•Lite BG-12LX addressable 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 con­ducted 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 oor space only allows forward approach to an object, the
maximum forward reach height allowed is 48 inches (121.92 cm). If the clear oor space

allows parallel approach by a person in a wheelchair, the maximum side reach allowed is
54 inches (137.16 cm).

BG-12LX

Addressable Pull Station

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Setting the BG-12LX Address

The BG-12LX Addressable pull station is factory preset with address ‘00.’ Set the address for
the pull station by turning the rotary address switches on the addressable module mounted
inside the pull station. Only one device per address is allowed. Multiple modules may not
be set to the same address on the Signaling Line Circuit. Once the address is set, record it
in the space provided on the product ID label located inside the pull station.

LED OPERATION

Normal:

Flash RED

Alarm:

Steady RED

Note: LED is visible
through translucent
handle.

Note – Opening the
pull station door
will not activate or
deactivate the alarm
switch.

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