Fire-Lite Alarms BG-12LR Manual

BG-12LR and BG-12LRA Agent Release Pull Station
Patented, U.S. Patent No. Des. 428,351; 6,380,846; Other Patents Pending
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Description
The BG-12LR and BG-12LRA Agent Release Pull Stations are designed for use with
Fire•Lite control panels that include releasing capabilities. These stations are ideally suited
for areas such as clean rooms and computer rooms, where a chemical agent is used to extin-
guish a fire. Both pull stations provide a dual-action, normally open contact (N/O), release
initiating point with a key-lock reset feature. The BG-12LRA also includes a manual abort
switch, System Normal LED, and System Activated (release) LED. Both stations meet 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.
Ratings
Switch contact (N/O) is gold plated for reliability and rated at 0.25 A at 30 volts (AC or
DC).
Installation
The BG-12LR pull station can be surface mounted to an SB-10 or SB-I/O surface backbox
or semi-flush 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-12LR is to be semi-flush
mounted. The BG-12LRA must be surface-mounted to a SBA-10 backbox.
Operation
To initiate an agent release, 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.
NOTE: Closing the door automatically resets the switch to the 'Normal' position. Open-
ing the door will not activate or deactivate the alarm switch.
Wiring
FROM
FACP +
IDC –
1
STRIP GAUGE
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WARNING: DO NOT LOOP WIRING
UNDER ANY TERMINALS. BREAK WIRE
RUN TO MAINTAIN IDC SUPERVISION.
WARNING! Do not loop wiring under any
terminals. Break wire run to
maintain IDC supervision.
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-12LR and BG-12LRA 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 con-
ducted 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 floor space only allows forward approach to an object, the
maximum forward reach height allowed is 48 inches (121.92 cm). If the clear floor space
allows parallel approach by a person in a wheelchair, the maximum side reach allowed is
54 inches (137.16 cm).
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