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Kidde Genesis EG1 Series Installation Sheet page 2

Signaling appliance

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Figure 2: Light and sound output settings
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(1) Constant, low dB
(2) Constant, high dB
(3) T3 temporal, low dB
(4) T3 temporal, high dB
Installation
Install and wire this device in accordance with applicable national and
local codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Caution:
Electrical supervision requires that you break the wire run at
each terminal. Do not loop the signaling circuit field wires around the
terminals.
Note:
Do not use Genesis EG1 Series strobe and horn-strobe
signaling appliances in applications where signal power is cycled on
and off, such as coded or private mode signaling systems.
To install the appliance:
1. Remove the appliance cover.
2. Connect the field wiring. Observe signal polarity for the appliance
to operate properly. See Figure 3.
3. Attach the appliance and, if used, the trim ring backplate to the
electrical box. Do not overtighten the screws. See Figure 4.
4. Replace the cover by hooking it to the top of the appliance, and
then snapping the bottom into place. See Figure 1.
5. Test the unit for proper operation.
Figure 3: Wiring
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(1) Horn/strobe circuit in (signal polarity shown in the active condition)
(2) Horn/strobe circuit out
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(5) 75 candela
(6) 30 candela
(7) 15 candela
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Figure 4: Mounting on a 1-gang electrical box
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(1) Electrical box
(2) EG1 Series signaling appliance
(3) Captive screw (2X)
(4) Appliance cover
Note:
Using a trim ring is optional except when installing the signaling
appliance on electrical boxes greater than three inches wide. For
installation instructions when using a trim ring, see Genesis EG1
Series Trim Ring Installation Sheet (P/N 3102552-EN).
Maintenance and testing
Caution:
Equipment damage hazard. To maintain the required agency
listings, do not change factory-applied finishes.
This unit is not serviceable or repairable. Should the unit fail to
operate, contact the supplier for replacement.
Perform a visual and operational inspection in accordance with
applicable codes and standards or as directed by the local authority
having jurisdiction.
Input wiring test points are available on the front of the appliance when
the cover is removed. The test points let you easily spot-check the field
circuit wiring without the need to remove the appliance from the wall.
See Figure 5.
Figure 5: Test points
Note:
Marking indicates signal polarity when the circuit is active.
P/N 3102550-EN • REV 002 • ISS 03APR18
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