Series RSS and RSSP Strobes and Strobe Plates
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Series RSS
Description
The Wheelock patented Series RSS Strobe Appliances and
Series RSSP Strobe Plates have lower current draw while
maintaining outstanding performance, reliability and cost
effectiveness. These versatile appliances will satisfy virtually all
requirements for indoor, wall or ceiling mount applications.
Strobe options for wall mount models include 1575 or the
Wheelock Patented MCW multi-candela strobe with field
selectable candela settings of 15/30/75/110cd or the high
intensity MCWH strobe with field selectable 135/185cd.
Ceiling mount models include the patented MCC multi-candela
ceiling strobe with field selectable intensities of 15/30/75/95cd
or the high intensity MCCH strobe with field selectable
115/177cd.
All models may be synchronized using the Wheelock SM,
DSM Sync Modules or the PS-24-8MC Power Supplies with
the Wheelock Patented Sync Protocol. Synchronized strobes
can eliminate possible restrictions on the number of strobes
in the field of view. Wheelock’s synchronized strobes offer an
easy way to comply with ADA recommendations concerning
photosensitive epilepsy as well as meeting the requirements
of NFPA 72.
The Wheelock Series RSS Strobes employ a Patented Integral
Strobe Mounting Plate that can be mounted to a single gang,
double gang, 4” square, 100mm European backboxes or the
SHBB surface backbox. If the flush backbox has side or top
space between it and the finished wall, the NATP (Notification
Appliance Trimplate) may be used. It provides an additional .65”
of trim for the Appliance. An attractive cover plate is provided
for a clean, finished appearance on all models.
The Series RSSP Multi-Candela Strobe Plates are a cost
effective way to retrofit required wall strobe appliances to
bells, horns, chimes, multitones or speakers and easily mounts
to standard 4” backboxes or for surface mount use with the
Wheelock SBL2 surface backbox.
Series RSS
Series RSSWP
RSS Round
Features
• Approvals include: UL Standard 1971, New York City (MEA),
California State Fire Marshal (CSFM), Factory Mutual (FM), and
Chicago (BFP) See approvals by model in Specifications and
Ordering Information
• ADA/NFPA/UFC/ANSI compliant. Meets OSHA 29 Part
1910.165
• Wall mount Multi-Candela models are available with Field
Selectable Candela Settings of 15/30/ 75/110cd or 135/185cd.
Single Candela models are available in 1575cd
• Ceiling mount Multi-Candela models are
available with field selectable candela settings of 15/30/75/95cd
or 115/177cd. (Round or Square)
• Strobes produce 1 flash per second over the
regulated voltage range
• 12 and 24 VDC models with wide UL “Regulated Voltage” using filtered (DC) or unfiltered VRMS input voltage
• Synchronize using the Wheelock sync modules or power supplies with built-in sync protocol
• Fast installation with IN/OUT screw terminals using #12 to #18
AWG wire
For Weatherproof Series RSS See Datatsheet S9004
S5391
151-92-E
7125-0785:141
7300-0785:154
F
A
C
P
DSM #3
Strobe NAC Cir.
DSM #2
DSM #1
Strobe NAC Cir.
Strobe NAC Cir.
Sync
Sync
Sync
+
-
+
+
-
-
DSM Interconnecting wiring shown. Maximum of
twenty (20)
RSS
RSS
RSS
RSS
RSS
RSS
+
-
+
-
+
-
FROM
PRECEDING
APPLIANCE, SYNC
MODULE, POWER
SUPPLY OR FACP
TO NEXT
APPLIANCE
OR EOLR
DSM
+ OUT 2
+OUT 1
+ IN 1
+ IN 2
MINUS 1
MINUS 2
+
-
-
+
SYNC
AUDIBLE
STROBE
NAC
CIRCUIT
OUT
STROBE
NAC
CIRCUIT
RETURN
FACP
RSS RSS
RSS
RSS
RSS RSS
NOTE: All CAUTIONS and WARNINGS are identified by the symbol . All warnings are printed in bold capital letters.
WARNING: PLEASE READ THESE SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSOCIATED INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING, SPECIFYING OR
APPLYING THIS PRODUCT. VISIT WWW.COOPERWHEELOCK.COM OR CONTACT COOPER WHEELOCK FOR THE CURRENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS, CAUTIONS OR 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.
General Notes:
• Strobes are designed to flash at 1 flash per second minimum over their “Regulated Voltage Range”. Note that NFPA-72 specifies a flash rate of 1
to 2 flashes per second and ADA Guidelines specify a flash rate of 1 to 3 flashes per second.
• All candela ratings represent minimum effective Strobe intensity based on UL Standard 1971.
• Series NS Strobe products are listed under UL Standard 1971 for indoor use with a temperature range of 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C) and
maximum humidity of 93% (± 2%).
• Series NH horns are listed under UL Standard 464 for audible signal appliances (Indoor use only).
• “Regulated Voltage Range” is the newest terminology used by UL to identify the voltage range. Prior to this change UL used the
terminology “Listed Voltage Range”.
Table 1: Average RMS Current*
RSS/RSSP - Wall Mount RSS - Ceiling Mount
RSS/RSSP
24VDC
Models
24 vdc 0.060 0.041 0.063 0.109 0.140 0.195 0.270 0.045 0.070 0.119 0.159 0.195 0.270
UL max* 0.090 0.060 0.092 0.165 0.220 0.300 0.420 0.065 0.105 0.189 0.249 0.300 0.420
241575W 24MCW 24MCWH 24MCC 24MCCH
1575cd 15cd 30cd 75cd 110cd 135cd 185cd 15cd 30cd 75cd 95cd 115cd 177cd
RSS/RSSP
24VDC
Models
RSS/RSSP
Wall Mount
121575W
12 vdc 0.152
* RMS current ratings are per UL average RMS method. UL max current
rating is the maximum RMS current within the listed voltage range (16-33v
for 24v units). For strobes the UL max current is usually at the minimum
listed voltage (16v for 24v units). For audibles the max current is usually at
the maximum listed voltage (33v for 24v units). For unfiltered FWR ratings,
see installation instructions.
UL max* 0.255
Table 2: Audibles/Speakers for RSSP Strobe Plate
Product Series
Multitone Appliances AMT, MT
Horns AH, NH, HS
Motor Bells MB-G6/G10
Speakers ET-1010/1080, E70, ET70
Chimes CH70
SERIES RSS/RSSP APPLIANCES SYNCHRONIZED
WITH DSM MODULE SINGLE CLASS “A” NAC CIRCUIT
Wiring Diagrams
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SERIES RSS/RSSP APPLIANCE
SERIES RSS/RSSP APPLIANCES SYNCHRONIZED
WITH MULTIPLE DSM MODULES