System Sensor DH100ACDCLP - Manual (Page 4)

3. From inside the duct, couple the other sections of the
sampling tube to the section already installed using the
1 /
2
″ conduit fittings supplied. Make sure that the holes on
both of the air inlet tubes are lined up and facing into
the air flow.
4. Trim the end of the tube protruding through the duct so
that 1 to 2″ of the tube extend outside the duct. Plug this
end with the end cap and tape closed any holes in the
protruding section of the tube. Be sure to seal the duct
when the tube protrudes.
NOTE: An alternate method to using the ST-10 is to use
two ST-5 inlet tubes. Remove the flange from one
of the tubes and install as described above. After
the installation, use electrical tape to close off
some of the sampling holes so that there are a
total of 10 to 12 holes spaced as evenly as possible
across the width of the duct.
NOTE: Air currents inside the duct may cause excessive
vibration, especially when the longer sampling
tubes are used. In these cases a 3″ floor flange
(available at most plumbing supply stores) may
be used to fasten the sampling tube to the other
side of the duct. When using the flange/connector
mounting technique, drill a 1″ to 1
1 ⁄
4
″ hole where
the flange will be used.
[5.4.3] Modifications of Sampling Tubes
There may be applications where duct widths are not what
is specified for the installation. In such cases, it is permis-
sible to modify a sampling tube that is longer than neces-
sary to span the duct width.
Use a 0.193-inch diameter (#10) drill and add the appro-
priate number of holes so that the total number of holes
exposed to the air flow in the duct is 10 to 12. Space the
additional holes as evenly as possible over the length of
the tube.
NOTE: This procedure should only be used as a temporary
fix. It is not intended as a permanent substitute for
ordering the correct length tubes.
[5.5] Install The Filters
To install the sampling tube filters, simply push the filters
into the sampling and exhaust tube holes, as shown in
Figure 6. If a metal sampling tube is used, install the filters
over the tube ends.
Figure 6. Sampling tube filter installation:
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CAUTION
Filters require periodic cleaning or replacement, depend-
ing on the amount of dust and dirt accumulated. Visually
inspect the filters at least quarterly; inspect them more often
if the dust accumulation warrants it. See Section [6] for more
information. Replacement filters can be ordered from System
Sensor, 3825 Ohio Ave., St. Charles, IL 60174. (Exhaust tube/
intake tube filter P/N F36-09-11)
[5.6] Field Wiring
Installation Guidelines
All wiring must be installed in compliance with the
National Electrical Code and the local codes having juris-
diction. Proper wire gauges should be used. The conduc-
tors used to connect smoke detectors to control panels and
accessory devices should be color-coded to prevent wiring
mistakes. Improper connections can prevent a system from
responding properly in the event of a fire.
For signal wiring, (the wiring between interconnected
detectors or from detectors to auxiliary devices), it is
usually recommended that single conductor wire be no
smaller than 18 gauge. The duct smoke detector terminals
accommodate wire sizes up to 12 gauge.
Smoke detectors and alarm system control panels have
specifications for allowable loop resistance. Consult the
control panel manufacturer’s specifications for the total
loop resistance allowed for the particular model control
panel being used before wiring the detector loop.
Wiring Instructions
The DH100ACDCLP detectors are designed for easy wiring.
The housing provides a terminal strip with clamping plates.
Wiring connections are made by stripping about 3/8” of
insulation from the end of the wire, sliding the bare end
under the plate, and tightening the clamping plate screw.
[5.7] Perform Detector Check
1. Perform STANDBY AND TROUBLE TEST per Section
[6.2.1].
2. Perform MAGNET TEST per Section [6.2.2.1]. The
RTS451 test of Section [6.2.2.2] may substitute for this
requirement.
3. Perform AIR FLOW TEST per Section [6.1.1].
4. Perform SMOKE RESPONSE TEST per Section [6.1.2].
5. Perform SENSITIVITY TEST per Section [6.2.3].
[5.8] Install The Cover
Install the cover using the six screws that are captured in
the housing cover. Be certain filters are installed as speci-
fied in Section [5.5]. Make sure that the cover fits into the
base groove and that all gaskets are in their proper posi-
tions. Tighten the six screws.
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