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D100-68-00 1 I56-1147-07
DH100ACDC Air Duct Smoke Detector
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
A Division of Pittway
3825 Ohio Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois 60174
1-800-SENSOR2, FAX: 630-377-6495
Before Installing
Please thoroughly read the System Sensor Guide for Proper
Use of Smoke Detectors in Duct Applications (I56-473), which
provides detailed information on detector spacing, place-
ment, zoning, wiring, and special applications. Copies of this
manual are available from System Sensor. NFPA Standards 72
and 90A should also be referenced for detailed information.
NOTICE: This manual should be left with the owner/user
of this equipment.
IMPORTANT: This detector must be tested and maintained
regularly following NFPA 72 requirements. The detector
should be cleaned at least once a year.
Table of Contents Page
[1] General Description 1
[2] Limitations of Duct Smoke Detectors 1
[3] Exploded View of Duct Smoke Detector Components 2
[4] Contents of the Duct Smoke Detector Kit 2
[5] Installation Sequence 2
[6] Duct Smoke Detector Maintenance and Test Procedures 5
[7] Detector Cleaning Procedures 7
[8] Board Replacement 8
[9] Specifications 8
Warranty 8
[1] General Description
An HVAC system supplies conditioned air to virtually every
area of a building. Smoke introduced into this air duct sys-
tem will be distributed to the entire building. Smoke detec-
tors designed for use in air duct systems are used to sense
the presence of smoke in the duct.
Model DH100ACDC Air Duct Smoke Detectors are supplied
as an ionization model or photoelectronic model. These
two smoke detection methods are combined with an effi-
cient housing design that samples air passing through a
duct and allows detection of a developing hazardous condi-
tion. When sufficient smoke is sensed, an alarm signal is
initiated at the fire control panel monitoring the detector,
and appropriate action can be taken to shut off fans, blow-
ers, change over air handling systems, etc. These actions
can facilitate the management of toxic smoke and fire gases
throughout the areas served by the duct system.
DH100ACDC detectors are designed to operate on 24 VDC/
VAC, 120 VAC, or 240 VAC. Alarm and supervisory relay con-
tacts are available for control panel interface (alarm initia-
tion), HVAC control, and other auxiliary functions. Auxiliary
relays are also provided for fan shut down or signaling of up
to 9 other detectors in the loop for multiple fan shut down.
These detectors are not designed for 2-wire applications.
For testing, the alarm can be enabled by a magnet acti-
vated test switch or by the optional remote test station.
The duct smoke detector latches into alarm state when an
alarm occurs. A green LED flashes to indicate power, a
red LED signals local alarm indication, and optional ac-
cessories offer a variety of annunciation capabilities.
The DH100ACDC can be reset by a momentary power in-
terruption, the reset button on the front cover, the control
panel, or remote reset accessory.
[2] Limitations Of Duct Smoke Detectors
WARNING
The National Fire Protection Association has established
that DUCT DETECTORS MUST NOT BE USED AS A SUB-
STITUTE FOR OPEN AREA DETECTOR PROTECTION as a
means of providing life safety. Nor are they a substitute for
early warning in a building’s regular fire detection system.
System Sensor supports this position and strongly recommends
that the user read NFPA Standards 90A, 72, and 101. The
DH100ACDC Air Duct Smoke Detectors are listed per UL 268A.
WARNING
This device will not operate without electrical power.
Fire situations may cause an interruption of power. The
system safeguards should be discussed with your local fire
protection specialist.
WARNING
This device will not sense smoke unless the ventilation sys-
tem is operating and the cover is installed.
WARNING
For this detector to function properly, it MUST be installed
according to the instructions in this manual. Furthermore,
the detector MUST be protected from the elements and op-
erated within ALL electrical and environmental specifica-
tions listed in this manual. Failure to comply with these
requirements may prevent the detector from activating
when smoke is present in the air duct.
D100-68-00 8 I56-1147-07
Three-Year Limited Warranty
System Sensor warrants its enclosed air duct smoke detector to be free
from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service
for a period of three years from date of manufacture. System Sensor makes
no other express warranty for this air duct smoke detector. No agent, rep-
resentative, dealer, or employee of the Company has the authority to in-
crease or alter the obligations or limitations of this Warranty. The
Company’s obligation of this Warranty shall be limited to the repair or re-
placement of any part of the air duct smoke detector which is found to be
defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and service dur-
ing the three year period commencing with the date of manufacture. After
phoning System Sensor’s toll free number 800-SENSOR2 (736-7672) for a
Return Authorization number, send defective units postage prepaid to:
System Sensor, Repair Department, RA #__________, 3825 Ohio Avenue,
St. Charles, IL 60174. Please include a note describing the malfunction and
suspected cause of failure. The Company shall not be obligated to repair
or replace units which are found to be defective because of damage, un-
reasonable use, modifications, or alterations occurring after the date of
manufacture. In no case shall the Company be liable for any consequential
or incidental damages for breach of this or any other Warranty, expressed
or implied whatsoever, even if the loss or damage is caused by the
Company’s negligence or fault. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
[9] Model DH100ACDC Air Duct Smoke Detector Specifications
Temperature:
DH100ACDCP 32° to 131° F0° to 55° C
DH100ACDCI 32° to 120° F0° to 49° C
Humidity: 10% to 93% R.H. noncondensing
Air Velocity: 500 to 4000 ft./min. 2.5 to 20.3 m/sec.
Dimensions: 14.38″ L x 5.5″ W x 2.75″ D 37cm L x 14cm W x 7cm D
Weight: 3.75 pounds 1.7 kg
Electrical Specifications
Power supply voltage: 20-29 VDC 24 VAC 50-60-Hz 120 VAC 50-60 Hz 220/240 VAC 50-60 Hz
Input capacitance: 270
µ
F max. 270
µ
F max. N/A N/A
Reset voltage: 3.0 VDC min. 2.0 VAC min. 10 VAC min. 20 VAC min.
Reset time (with RTS451): .03 to 0.3 sec. .03 to 0.3 sec. .03 to 0.3 sec. .03 to 0.3 sec.
Reset time (by power down): 0.6 sec. max. 0.6 sec. max. 0.6 sec. max. 0.6 sec. max.
Power up time: 34 sec. max. 34 sec. max. 34 sec. max. 34 sec. max.
Alarm response time: 2 to 17 sec. 2 to 17 sec. 2 to 17 sec. 2 to 17 sec.
Sensitivity Test: See detector label See detector label See detector label See detector label
2. Vacuum sensing chamber before using clean, com-
pressed air to loosen and blow out any remaining debris.
[8.0] Board Replacement
[8.1] Detector Board Replacement
1. Remove the two detector board mounting screws.
2. Pull gently on the board to remove it.
3. To replace the board, align the board mounting fea-
tures, holes, and the interconnect terminals. Push the
board into place.
4. Secure board with the two mounting screws.
[8.2] Power Board replacement
1. Disconnect wiring from the terminal block.
2. Remove the two power board mounting screws.
3. Pull gently on the board to remove it.
4. To replace the board, align the board mounting fea-
tures, holes, and the interconnect terminals. Push the
board into place.
5. Secure board with the two mounting screws.
6. Re-connect wiring to terminal block.
Power Supply Voltage 20 - 29 VDC 24 VAC 50 - 60 Hz 120 VAC 50 - 60 Hz 220/240 VAC 50 - 60 Hz
CURRENT REQUIREMENTS (USING NO ACCESSORIES)
Max. standby current 15 mA 35 mA RMS 25 mA RMS* 15 mA RMS*
Max. alarm current 70 mA 125 mA RMS 35 mA RMS* 25 mA RMS*
CONTACT RATINGS
Alarm initiation contacts (SPST) 2.0A @ 30 VDC (resistive)
Alarm auxiliary contacts (DPDT) 10A @ 30 VDC
10A @ 250 VAC
Trouble contacts (SPDT) 2.0A @ 30 VDC (resistive)
Note: Alarm auxiliary contacts must switch 100 mA minimum at 5VDC. Alarm auxiliary contacts shall not be
connected to inititaing circuits of control panels. Use the alarm initiation contact for this purpose.
ACCESSORY CURRENT LOADS AT 24 VDC
DEVICE
APA451
PA400
RA400Z
RTS451/ RTS451KEY
STANDBY
12.5mA Max.
0mA
0mA
12mA
ALARM
30mA Max.
15mA Max.
10mA Max.
7.5mA Max.
* NOTE: When a unit is powered at the 120VAC or 220/240VAC input, any
combination of accessories may be used such that the given accessory loads are:
60 mA or less in the standby state,
110 mA or less in the alarm state.