Notification Appliances

Effective: March 2013

K-75-020

FEATURES
• Sleek Modern Aesthetics • Universal Mounting Base (Patented)
• Finger Slide Switches • Ceiling and Wall, Mounts to 5 Backbox Types
• Voltage Test Points • Environmentally Friendly
• Multiple Voltages • Low Current Draw
• 3 Audible Settings: 90, 95, 99 dB • FM Approved
• 8 Candela Settings (Patented) • UL Listed
• Wall: 15/15_75/30/75/95/110/135/185 • ULC Listed
• Ceiling: 15/30/60/75/95/115/150/177 • California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Approved

DESCRIPTION
The Exceder Series notification appliances are compati- Wall models provide an optional locking screw for extra
ble with all Kidde suppression control panels and offer secure installation, while the ceiling models provide a capti-
modern designs with pleasing aesthetics and low cost of vated screw to prevent the screw from falling during instal-
ownership. lation.
The Exceder Series devices incorporate high reliability
COMPATIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS
and high efficiency optics to minimize current draw allow-
ing for a greater number of appliances on the notification- – Synchronize using the Sync Modules or panels
appliance circuit. All strobe models feature an industry with built-in Patented Sync Protocol
first of 8 candela settings on a single appliance. Audible – Compatible with UL “Regulated Voltage” using
models feature 3 sound settings (90, 95, 99 dB). All filtered VDC or unfiltered VRMS input voltage
switches to change settings can be set without the use of
a tool and are located behind the appliance to prevent – Strobes produce 1 flash per second over the
tampering. Wall models feature voltage test points to take “Regulated Voltage” range
readings with a voltage meter for troubleshooting and
AHJ inspection.
An additional included benefit is the Universal Mounting
Base (UMB). The UMB allows retrofitting for previous
generation of Wheelock notification appliances. The UMB
can be pre-wired to allow full testing of circuit wiring
before the appliance is installed. It comes complete with a
Contact Cover for protection against dirt, dust, paint and
damage to the contacts. The Contact Cover also acts as a
shunting device to allow pre-wire testing for common
wiring issues. The Contact Cover is polarized to prevent it
from being installed incorrectly and prevents the
appliance from being installed while it is on the UMB.
When the Contact Cover is removed, the circuit will show
an open until the appliance is installed.
 PLEASE READ THESE SPECIFICATIONS AND ASSOCIATED INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE USING, SPECIFYING OR APPLYING THIS PRODUCT. CONTACT KIDDE FIRE SYSTEMS FOR
THE CURRENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THESE
INSTRUCTIONS, CAUTIONS OR WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN IMPROPER APPLICATION,
WARNING INSTALLATION AND/OR OPERATION OF THESE PRODUCTS IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION, WHICH
COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU AND/OR OTHERS.

GENERAL NOTES:
• Strobes are designed to flash at 1 flash per second minimum over their “Regulated Voltage Range”.
• All candela ratings represent minimum effective strobe intensity based on UL Standard 1971.
• Series Exceder Strobe products are Listed under UL Standards 1971 and 464 for indoor use with a temperature range
of 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C) and maximum humidity of 93% (± 2%) UL 464 (85% UL 1971).
• Series Exceder horns are under UL Standard 464 for audible signal appliances (Indoor use only).
Strobe Rating per UL Standard 1971
UL Max Current*
24 VDC / 24 FWR 12 VDC
Model Regulated Voltage 15 15/75 30 60 75 95 110 115 135 150 177 185 15 15/75
Range VDC
ST 8.0-33.0 0.057 0.070 0.085 0.135 0.163 0.182 0.205 0.253 0.110 0.140
STC 8.0-33.0 0.061 0.085 0.103 0.135 0.163 0.182 0.205 0.253 0.110

Horn Strobe Rating per UL 1971 & UL 464 at 24 VDC

UL Max Current* at 99 dBA
24 VDC 12 VDC
Model Regulated Voltage 15 15/75 30 60 75 95 110 115 135 150 177 185 15 15/75
Range VDC
HS 8.0-33.0 0.082 0.095 0.102 0.148 0.176 0.197 0.242 0.282 0.125 0.159
HSC 8.0-33.0 0.082 0.102 0.141 0.148 0.176 0.197 0.242 0.282 0.125
UL Max Current* at 95 dBA
24 VDC 12 VDC
Model Regulated Voltage 15 15/75 30 60 75 95 110 115 135 150 177 185 15 15/75
Range VDC
HS 8.0-33.0 0.073 0.083 0.087 0.139 0.163 0.186 0.230 0.272 0.122 0.153
HSC 8.0-33.0 0.073 0.087 0.128 0.139 0.163 0.186 0.230 0.272 0.122
UL Max Current* at 90 dBA
24 VDC 12 VDC
Model Regulated Voltage 15 15/75 30 60 75 95 110 115 135 150 177 185 15 15/75
Range VDC
HS 8.0-33.0 0.065 0.075 0.084 0.136 0.157 0.184 0.226 0.267 0.120 0.148
HSC 8.0-33.0 0.065 0.084 0.120 0.136 0.157 0.184 0.226 0.267 0.120

Horn Ratings per UL 464

* UL max current rating is the maximum RMS current within
Regulated Voltage the listed voltage range (16-33 VDC for 24 VDC units). For
Model 99 dB 95 dB 90 dB
Range YDC strobes, the UL max current is usually at the minimum listed
HN 16-33.0 0.064 0.044 0.022 voltage (16 VDC for 24 VDC units). For audibles, the max
HNC 16-33.0 0.084 0.044 0.022 current is usually at the maximum listed voltage (33 VDC for
HN 8.0-17.5 0.047 0.026 0.017 24 VDC units). For unfiltered ratings, see installation
HNC 8.0-17.5 0.047 0.026 0.017 instructions.

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SPECIFICATIONS & ORDERING INFORMATION
All Exceder Series of notification appliances meet the following requirements:
• Can be powered by 12 or 24 VDC
• Can synchronize with SM, DSM, or SD-6 and PS-8 power supplies
• Uses the Universal Mounting Base
• In the case of any model including a strobe, can be set to the following candela: 15, 15-75, 30, 75, 95, 110, 135, 185

The model numbers and descriptions are as follows:

Model Description Model Description

HSR Horn, Strobe, Red STR-A Strobe, Red, Agent Label
HSW Horn, Strobe, White STW-A Strobe, White, Agent Label
HSRC Horn, Strobe, Red, Ceiling Mount ESBCR Universal Back Box, Ceiling Mount, (Use
with P/Ns starting with HS, ST, or HN) Red
HSWC Horn, Strobe, White, Ceiling Mount ESBCW Universal Back Box, Ceiling Mount, (Use
with P/Ns starting with HS, ST, or HN)
White
STR Strobe, Red ESBR Universal Back Box, Wall Mount, (Use
with P/Ns starting with HS, ST, or HN) Red
STW Strobe, White ESBW Universal Back Box, CWall Mount, (Use
with P/Ns starting with HS, ST, or HN)
White
STRC Strobe, Red, Ceiling Mount
MODEL LEGEND
Example:
STWC Strobe, White, Ceiling Mount HN = Horn STWC= Strobe, White, Ceiling Mount
HNR Horn, Red ST = Strobe HSR= Horn Strobe, Red, Wall Mount
HNW Horn, White HS = Horn Strobe
HNRC Horn, Red, Ceiling Mount R = Red
HNWC Horn, White, Ceiling Mount W = White
HSR-A Horn, Strobe, Red, Agent Label C = Ceiling Mount
HSW-A Horn, Strobe, White, Agent Label A = Agent Label

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ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS SPECIFICATIONS

The notification appliances shall be Exceder Series HS

The Series HS and ST wall models shall have a low profile
Audible Strobe appliances, Series ST Visual Strobe appli-
measuring 5.24” H x 4.58” W x 2.19” D. Series HN wall
ances and Series HN Audible appliances or approved
shall measure 5.24” H x 4.58” W x 1.6” D. The Series HSC
equals. The Series HS and ST Strobes shall be listed for
and STC shall been round and have a low profile with a
UL Standard 1971 (Emergency Devices for the Hearing-
diameter of 6.68” x 2.63” D. Series HNC ceiling shall have a
Impaired) for Indoor Fire Protection Service. The Series HS
diameter of 6.68” x 1.50” D.
and HN Audibles shall be UL Listed under Standard 464
(Fire Protective Signaling). All Series shall meet the Synchronization is achieved through Kidde control panel
requirements of FCC Part 15 Class B. All inputs shall be synchronization protocol. The strobes shall not drift out of
compatible with standard reverse polarity supervision of cir- synchronization at any time during operation. If the sync
cuit wiring by a Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) with the protocol fails to operate, the strobe shall revert to a non-
ability to operate from 8 to 33 VDC. Indoor wall models synchronized flash-rate and still maintain (1) flash per sec-
shall incorporate voltage test points for easy voltage ond over its Regulated Voltage Range. The appliance shall
inspection. also be designed so that the audible signal may be silenced
while maintaining strobe activation when used with syn-
The Series HS Audible Strobe and ST Strobe appliances
chronization protocol.
shall produce a flash rate of one (1) flash per second over
the Regulated Voltage Range and shall incorporate a Wall Appliances – UL Standard 1971, UL Standard 464,
Xenon flashtube enclosed in a rugged Lexan® lens. The California State Fire Marshal (CSFM), ULC
Series shall be of low current design. Where Multi-Candela Ceiling Appliances – UL Standard 1971, UL Standard
appliances are specified, the strobe intensity shall have 8 464, California State Fire Marshal (CSFM), ULC
field selectable settings at 15, 15/75, 30, 75, 95, 110, 135,
185 candela for wall mount and 15, 30, 60, 75, 95, 115,
150, 177 candela for ceiling mount. The selector switch for
selecting the candela shall be tamper resistant. The 15/75
candela strobe shall be specified when 15 candela UL
Standard 1971 Listing with 75 candela on-axis is required
(e.g. ADA compliance). Appliances with candela settings
shall show the candela selection in a visible location at all
times when installed.
The audible shall have a minimum of three (3) field select-
able settings for dBA levels and shall have a choice of con-
tinuous or temporal (Code 3) audible outputs.
The Series HS Audible Strobe, ST Strobe and Series HN
Audible shall incorporate a patented Universal Mounting
Base that shall allow mounting to a single-gang, double-
gang, 4-inch square, 3.5-inch octal, 4-inch octal or 100mm
European type back boxes. Two wire appliance wiring shall
be capable of directly connecting to the mounting base.
Continuity checking of the entire NAC circuit prior to attach-
ing any notification appliances shall be allowed. Product
shall come with Contact Cover to protect contact springs.
Removal of an appliance shall result in a supervision fault
condition by the Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP). The
mounting base shall be the same base among all horn,
strobe, horn strobe, wall and ceiling models. All notification
appliances shall be backwards compatible.
Wheelock and Exceder are registered trademarks of Cooper Technologies Company.
Lexan is a registered trademark of General Electric Company.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

This literature is provided for informational purposes only. KIDDE-FENWAL, INC.

assumes no responsibility for the product’s suitability for a particular application. The
product must be properly applied to work correctly. If you need more information on
this product, or if you have a particular question, contact KIDDE-FENWAL, INC., 400 Main Street
Ashland, MA 01721. Ashland, MA 01721
Tel.: 508-881-2000
K-75-020 Rev AB © 2013 Kidde-Fenwal Inc. Fax: 508-881-8920
www.kiddefiresystems.com