Wheelock MT4-115-WH - User Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
www.wheelockinc.com 115VAC MULTITONE STROBE APPLIANCE
MT4-115
Use this product according to this instruction manual. Please keep this instruction manual for future reference.
GENERAL:
115VAC Multitone Strobe Signals are UL Listed for private mode Fire Protective Service and for General Signaling Service. They
are listed for both indoor and outdoor use with the backboxes specified in these instructions (See Mounting Information).
115VAC Multitone Strobe Signals can be field set to produce any one of eight commonly used alarm tones. Sound output can be
field set to provide either HIGH (HI) dBA or STANDARD (STD) dBA sound output level. They are available with a 115VAC
Xenon Tube Strobe with an intensity of 15 candela (cd).
The 115VAC Multitone Strobe Signals have separate input terminals for alarm tone activation and strobe activation. Shunt wires are
provided to operate both the alarm tone and the strobe simultaneously on a single input circuit (See Wiring Diagram). All inputs have
a DC blocking capacitor for compatibility with supervision
when used with a Fire Alarm Control Panel (F.A.C.P.).
NOTE: All CAUTIONS and WARNINGS are identified by the symbol
. All warnings are printed in bold capital letters.
WARNING: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. THE
MULTITONE STROBE SIGNALS MUST BE FIELD SET TO THE DESIRED dBA SOUND OUTPUT LEVEL AND
ALARM TONE BEFORE THEY ARE INSTALLED. THIS IS DONE BY PROPERLY INSERTING A JUMPER PLUG
AND ADJUSTING A FOUR POSITION SWITCH IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS. INCORRECT
SETTINGS WILL RESULT IN IMPROPER PERFORMANCE AND MAY DAMAGE THE PRODUCT AND COULD
RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.
CAUTION: NOT RECOMMENDED FOR USE AT REGRIGERATOR / FREEZER DOOR ENTRANCES OR OTHER
AREAS WITH PERSISTENT CONDENSATIONS.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Table 1: UL Listed Models and Ratings for Multitone Appliances
Strobe
Model Regulated
Voltage
Voltage
Range
Candela Per
UL 1638
(VRMS) (VRMS)
Maximum RMS
Current
(AMPS)
-35°C 25°C
MT4-115-WH 120 96-132 .070 7.5cd 15cd
GENERAL NOTES:
1. Strobes are designed to flash at approximately 1 flash per second with continuous nominal applied voltage. Do not use
strobes on coded or interrupted circuits.
2. All models are UL Listed for indoor/outdor use with a temperature range of -31°F to +150°F (-35°C to +66°C) and
maximum humidity of 95% RH.
WARNING: FOR UL APPLICATIONS, THESE APPLIANCES WERE TESTED TO THE OPERATING VOLTAGE
LIMITS OF 96-132 VOLTS. DO NOT APPLY 80% AND 110% OF THESE VOLTAGE VALUES FOR SYSTEM
OPERATION.
Copyright 2004 Wheelock, Inc. All rights reserved
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Summary

General Product Information

Product Overview and Listing

Details UL listing for private mode Fire Protective Service and General Signaling Service.

Specifications and Ratings

UL Listed Models and Ratings

Presents model MT4-115-WH ratings including voltage, current, and candela.

Candela at Various Angles

Provides candela output measurements at different angles per UL 1638.

dBA and Current Ratings

Lists dBA sound output and current ratings for various audible tones.

General Notes and Warnings

Operational Guidelines and Warnings

Covers flash rate, operating conditions, and voltage limits for UL applications.

Sound Level and Electrical Load Warnings

Alerts on high sound pressure levels near ears and exceeding power source capacity.

Settings and Configuration

Sound Output Level Settings

Explains how to set dBA sound output using SW1 POS 1.

Alarm Tone Selection

Details setting the desired alarm tone using SW1 POS 2, 3, 4.

Wiring and Installation

Wiring Arrangements

Illustrates independent and unison operation wiring with safety warnings.

Installation and Mounting Guidelines

Covers weather resistance, backbox selection, conduit, and wire management.

Tone Usage Restrictions

Specifies use for Code-3 tones and coded systems for Horn/Bell.

Mounting Options and Wire Capacity

Mounting Configurations

Shows surface and weather-resistant mounting options with diagrams.

Field Wire Capacity

Details maximum number of conductors allowed per mounting option.

Photo-Sensitive Response Warning

Warns about potential photo-sensitive responses from multiple strobes.

Warranty and Liability

Limited Warranty Terms

Outlines warranty period, conditions, and exclusions for products.

Limitation of Liability

Defines Wheelock's liability limits concerning product use and claims.

Wheelock MT4-115-WH Specifications

General

Brand	Wheelock
Model	MT4-115-WH
Category	Fire Alarms
Language	English