Kidde Genesis EG1 Series Installation Sheet

Genesis EG1 Series Signaling
Appliance Installation Sheet
Description
Genesis EG1 Series horns, strobes, and horn-strobes are compact,
wall-mounted, fire alarm signaling appliances designed for indoor dry
applications. See Table 1 through Table 3 for a list of models.
Table 1: Horn models
Number Description
EG1ARF Compact wall horn, red, FIRE
EG1ARN Compact wall horn, red, no marking
EG1AWF Compact wall horn, white, FIRE
EG1AWN Compact wall horn, white, no marking
Table 2: Strobe models
Number Description
EG1VRF Compact wall strobe, red, FIRE
EG1VRN Compact wall strobe, red, no marking
EG1VWF Compact wall strobe, white, FIRE
EG1VWN Compact wall strobe, white, no marking
Table 3: Horn-strobe models
Number Description
EG1AVRF Compact wall horn-strobe, red, FIRE
EG1AVRN Compact wall horn-strobe, red, no marking
EG1AVWF Compact wall horn-strobe, white, FIRE
EG1AVWN Compact wall horn-strobe, white, no marking
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Genesis EG1 Series signaling appliances feature:
• Field-configurable horn and strobe outputs. See Figure 2.
• Enhanced synchronization circuitry to comply with the latest
requirements of UL 1638 and CAN/ULC-S526.
• Input wiring test points on the front of the appliance when the
cover is removed.
Note: Synchronized operation requires a separately installed
synchronization device. See the control unit or remote booster/auxiliary
power supply compatibility list for compatible synchronization devices.
Configuration
Caution: Equipment damage hazard. Using excessive force when
removing the appliance cover may damage the cover and prevent it
from latching in place.
To configure the signaling appliance:
1. Remove the appliance cover. See Figure 1.
Insert a small, flat-bladed screwdriver into the slot at the bottom of
the appliance.
Gently pull up on the screwdriver to pry the bottom of the
appliance cover down and away from the appliance.
Lift the bottom of the cover out and over the top of the appliance.
2. Set the light and sound output switches. See Figure 2.
3. Replace the appliance cover.
Figure 1: Removing and replacing the cover
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