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5.0"
ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING SPECS
The smoke alarm shall be a First Alert Model SA500A (Cat. 1039831) and shall provide at
a minimum the following features and functions:
1. A photoelectric smoke sensing chamber.
2. Wireless interconnect: 915 MHz frequency with 65,000 security codes and 3 channel
frequency hopping.
3. Operates on a Mesh Network; a two-way communication format that sends, receives
and re-sends the alarm signals providing a more reliable network.
4. The unit shall have a lower and varying horn frequency to make it easier for the elderly
with normal age related hearing loss to better hear the horn.
5. A fully screened sensing chamber to resist entry of small insects.
6. Powered by 2 replaceable AA batteries, a solid state horn rated at 85dB at 10 ft and
should be capable of self restoring.
7. A visual LED power-on indicator to confirm unit is receiving power or is in alarm.
8. Two Silence features - Low Battery Silence: Silence low battery chirp for up to 8 hours.
Alarm Silence: Temporarily silence unwanted nuisance alarms.
9. Two Locking features - tamper resistant locking pins that lock battery drawer and/or
alarm to mounting bracket.
10. The unit shall be capable of operating between 40°F (4°C) and 100°F (38°C) and
relative humidity between 10% and 95%.
11. The unit shall contain mounting hardware and shall be listed for wall or ceiling mounting.
12. The unit shall at a minimum meet the requirements of ULC S531, NFPA 72, NFPA 101,
and ICC.
13. The unit shall have an "End of Life" signal. This signal should be capable of
temporarily being silenced for up to 2 days. After about 2 days, the signal will
resume. After about 2-3 weeks the signal cannot be silenced.
INSTALLATION OF ALARM
Installation of this smoke alarm must conform to NFPA 72. Always check your local
building codes. Follow all instructions for placement as outlined in the user's manual in
sections titled "Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms" and "Locations to Avoid
for Smoke Alarms."
THE PARTS OF THIS ALARM
2
4
1. Test/Silence button
5. Mounting bracket
2. 2. Slide open battery drawer
6. Mounting Slots & Locking tabs (Break out Tab)
3. 3. Power/Alarm LED
7. Battery Drawer - Install 2 AA batteries here
4. 4. Horn
8. Twist to attach and remove alarm from bracket
MOUNTING
BRACKET
SIDE VIEW
2.0"
5
6
1
3
7
TECHNICAL SPECS
Alarm Dimensions:
Weight:
Operating Voltage:
Temperature Range:
Humidity Range:
Audio Alarm:
Wireless Frequency:
RF Linking:
Test/Silence:
Alarm Reset:
Smoke Sensor:
Interconnections:
Listing:
SHIPPING SPECS
Individual Carton Dimensions
Weight:
Cube:
UPC:
Master Carton Dimensions
Master Pack:
Weight:
Cube:
I2of5:
Pallet Information
Cases per Layer:
Number of Layers:
Cases per Pallet:
Units per Pallet:
Cube:
Weight:
BATTERY DRAWER LOCK
Remove Pin from
Mounting Bracket
8
8
Model. SA500A
Cat. 1039831
5.0" Dia. x 2.0" H
8.3 oz
3V (Two 1.5V AA) Battery Powered
40°F (4°C) to 100°F (38°C)
10% to 95% relative humidity (RH)
85dB at 10 feet
915 MHz. FCC approved. Complies with
Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Automatic with 65,000 security codes
Electronically simulates smoke condition,
causing the unit to alarm. Press and hold
test/silence button.
Automatic when smoke clears
Photoelectric
Up to 18 units, RF or hardwired (needs
SA520A Bridge Unit), with smoke, carbon
monoxide, heat alarms and relays.
Maximum 12 smoke alarms.
Certified to ULC STD S531
3.5" L x 6.8" W x 8.5" H
0.7 lbs.
0.09 ft
3
0 29054 01897 7
10.8" L x 7.0" W x 9.0" H
3
2.4 lbs.
0.3 ft
3
100 29054 01897 4
21
5
105
315
55.9 ft
3
283 lbs.
Close Door. Insert Pin in Holes
through alarm and Battery Drawer
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by BRK Brands, Inc., Aurora, Illinois 60504. BRK Brands,
Inc. is a subsidiary of Newell Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: NWL).
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REV 11/20

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