SERIES 27100, 28000

Vertical DETECT-A-FIRE® Units

Installation Instructions

12.01.G
DESCRIPTION MOUNTING
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DETECT-A-FIRE (D-A-F) thermal detectors are UL Listed, UL of Canada D-A-F units are not position sensitive. Horizontal and vertical detectors
available upon request, and FM Approved detection and release devices refer to the most common mounting configuration for that unit.
used with fire detection systems to activate alarms and actuate However, each type can be mounted either horizontally or vertically
extinguishing systems. This Rate Compensated device combines the depending on the application and installation requirements.
best features of both fixed temperature and rate-of-rise detectors.

TABLE 2: MODEL NUMBER 28020*, 28021

Electrical Rating
Spacings
Contact °F °F (in feet) Color
X RTI
Model Electrical Rating* Setting Tolerance Coding
Operation on UL ULc FM
Number (Resistive Only)
Temperature Rise E 140 +7/-8 50 50 30 V-Fast Black
27120 5.0 amps 125 VAC E 160 +7/-8 25 25 30 V-Fast Black
Opens (450°F Max) E 190 +7/-8 50 50 30 V-Fast White
28020 0.5 Amps 125 VDC E 210 +7/-8 25 50 30 V-Fast White
27121 5.0 Amps 126 VAC E 225 +7/-8 25 50 30 V-Fast White
0.5 Amps 125 VDC F 275 ±10 25 50 30 V-Fast Blue
Closes
2.0 Amps 24 VDC F 325 ±10 50 50 30 V-Fast Red
28021
1.0 Amps 48 VDC F 360 ±10 25 50 30 V-Fast Red
G 450 ±15 25 50 30 V-Fast Green
Note: * Although incandescent lamps are considered resistive,
G 500 ±15 50 50 30 V-Fast Orange
their inrush current is 10-15 times their steady current.
Do not exceed ratings. H 600 ±20 N/A 50 30 V-Fast Orange
H 725 ±20 N/A 50 30 V-Fast Orange
LOCATION Note: For clean agents and CO2 suppression systems, ceiling spacing
20 ft. apart unless otherwise specified.
D-A-F detectors are precision temperature sensors. They must be
mounted in an area (normally a ceiling) so that: Note: 28020 is a 2-wire device and RTI is not applicable.
1. The detector spacing complies with both system requirements
and requirements of the agency having local jurisdiction. * 28020 is a normally closed device and does not meet the require-
2. The thermal air path to the shell is not obstructed. ments of NFPA-72 for use as an initiating device.
Spacing per UL, FM, and UL of Canada is shown in Table 1. Distances
given are for between units on smooth ceilings. Distances from partitions
or walls are half that shown. To assure that all spacing requirements are Fitting Required For
met, consult the authority having local jurisdiction.
Model UL, ULC
Hazardous Location
Number Listings and FM
Approvals
TABLE 1: MODEL NUMBER 27120*, 27121
Spacings 27120-22 Mount detector to a
°F °F Color Class 1*, Groups A, B, C and D; 27121-20
X (in feet) RTI suitably listed
Setting Tolerance Coding Class II*, Groups E, F and G 28020-3
UL ULc FM fitting in
28021-5 accordance with
E 140 +7/-8 50 50 20 Quick Black
27120-0 National Electric Code
E 160 +7/-8 25 25 20 Quick Black Class 1*, Groups B, C and D;
27121-0 and/or local authority
E 190 +7/-8 50 50 25 Fast White Class II*, Groups E, F and G having jurisdiction.
28021-0
E 210 +7/-8 25 50 25 Fast White
E 225 +7/-8 25 50 25 Fast White Note: * Division 1 and 2.
F 275 ±10 25 50 25 Fast Blue
F 325 ±10 50 50 25 Fast Red INSTALLATION
F 360 ±10 25 50 30 V-Fast Red
Note: Kidde-Fenwal recommends that standard 4-inch
G 450 ±15 25 50 30 V-Fast Red octagonal outlet boxes be used to mount detectors.
G 500 ±15 50 50 30 V-Fast Green 1. Attach detector to outlet box cover through a 0.875 inch
H 600 ±20 N/A 50 30 V-Fast Orange diameter hole and using two 1/2-14NPT retainer nuts as
H 725 ±20 N/A 50 30 V-Fast Orange indicated.
*27120 is a normally closed device and does not meet the 2. Connect system wiring to detector per Figure 1 and applicable
requirements of NFPA-72 for use as an initiating device. electrical codes.
• Ordinary Locations: The D-A-F Units are to be installed in
grounded metallic junction boxes only. They are to be secured
to the boxes using two lock nuts, one on either side of the
mounting plate. D-A-F Units are not to be installed in non-
metallic junction boxes.
 • Hazardous Locations: For Class I, Division 1 and 2 locations TABLE 3
install the D-A-F Unit in a listed explosion-proof enclosure with a
minimum thread engagement of five full turns. No non-conductive Non-Hazardous Outdoor Locations
material is to be placed on the threaded joint of the D-A-F Unit or °F
in the listed explosion-proof enclosure. For Division 2 locations Model Fitting Required for UL
assure that a protective ground terminal is provided in the listed Number Temperature Listing and FM Approval
explosion-proof enclosure when flexible metal conduit is used. Setting
• Non-Hazardous Outdoor Locations: Mount the D-A-F in a Mount detector to a fitting suitable for
Listed NEMA Type 3 outlet box, cover and conduit, with 1/2- 14 27120-0
outside use, (NEMA Type 3), in
NPT threads and a minimum thread engagement of 5 full turns. 27120-22 140, 160,
accordance with National Electric
Use of pipe plugs with RTV silicone rubber sealant, a rubber gasket 27121-0 190, 225
Code and/or local authority having
and self-sealing screws to attach the cover, and PTFE thread 27121-20
jurisdiction.
sealtape on the D-A-F threads should be appropriate for out door
applications and in accordance with the National Electric Code FM requires the use of a Killark Oulet Box P/N VLJK-1, with P/N VJH-
and/or local authority have jurisdiction. 1 cover, and P/N VBNB Gasket to satisfy Outdoor NEMA 3 rated
installation requirements.
Note: Do not exceed a maximum torque without thread lubricant of
20 foot-pounds (27.1 Newton Meters).
Series 28000 units are similar to Series 27100 units except they have two 1/ FUNCTIONAL TEST
2-14 NPT threads for mounting.
When used with automatic fire extinguishing systems first disconnect the
The unit may be mounted as described above or may be threaded into a 1/ initiator/solenoid leads from the panel and connect a 24 VDC bulb to initiator
2-14 NPT tapped hole in the vessel wall or threaded into a coupling brazed terminals in the control unit. Gently heat the D-A-F units with a heat lamp or
or welded to the vessel wall. other convenient source (see WARNING below). When the bulb in the control
unit changes state, remove heat source and allow D-A-F unit to cool. Reset
control unit. Test lamp must change state and stay changed after system is
reset. Do not reconnect initiator/ solenoid leads until all D-A-F units have
cooled below set point as indicated by test lamp. When D-A-F units are used
in other types of systems, disconnect them from the system, connect a 24
VDC lamp and power source in series with the D-A-F units and test with heat
source as above. Make sure that contacts have reset to normal condition
before reconnecting to system circuit.

1. DO NOT overshoot the setpoint of the

unit by more than 100F (55C). This
could result in a shift of the set point
temperature.
2. DO NOT contact the sensing shell with
a heating device such as a soldering
iron or blowtorch as this will damage
the unit and cause a shift in the set
Field Wiring Requirement
point temperature.
Field wiring must be capable of withstanding the maximum anticipated 3. In order to function properly, the
ambient temperature in the application. For Type G and H Detectors, field sensing shell of the unit must remain
wiring in enclosure should be capable for continuous operation at the free from paint, grease, oil, etc. Should
maximum rated ambient temperature of 250°C. such a build up occur, do not, under
any circumstances, attempt to remove
it. Replace the unit.
4. Detectors mounted in an area subject
WARNING to physical abuse or damage, other
than above, must be suitably protected
without obstructing the thermal
airpath to the unit.
5. Do not install the unit where the shell
would be physically damaged by sand,
grain, rocks, etc.
6. Do not over torque the unit when
installing.
7. Any detector that has been abused or
damaged must be replaced.
8. Consult the factory for special
Figure 1. System Wiring
precautions necessary for outdoor use
or moist environments.

ANY OF THE ABOVE COULD CHANGE THE FACTORY TEMPERATURE SETTING, WHICH
MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/ OR PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. IT IS
POSSIBLE FOR A UNIT TO HAVE BEEN ABUSED OR DAMAGED AND NOT DISPLAY ANY
OUTWARD INDICATION OF THE DAMAGE. ALL UNITS SHOULD BE TESTED
PERIODICALLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION
REQUIREMENTS (72E) OR THE AGENCY HAVING LOCAL JURISDICTION.

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