Series 27100, 28000 ®

Vertical DETECT-A-FIRE Units

Installation Instructions
12.01.F
DESCRIPTION Table 2: Model Number 28021
DETECT-A-FIRE thermal detectors are UL Listed, UL of Canada
°F °F Spacings (in feet) Color
available upon request, and FM Approved detection and release RTI
Setting Tolerance UL ULc FM Coding
devices used in fire detection systems to activate alarms and
actuate extinguishing systems. This Rate Compensated device 140 +7/-8 50 50 30 V-Fast Black
combines the best features of both fixed temperature and
160 +7/-8 25 25 30 V-Fast Black
rate-of-rise detectors.
190 +7/-8 50 50 30 V-Fast White
ELECTRICAL RATING 210 +7/-8 25 50 30 V-Fast White
Contact 225 +7/-8 25 50 30 V-Fast White
Model
Operation on Electrical Rating 275 +10 25 50 30 V-Fast Blue
Number
Temperature Rise (Resistive Only)
325 +10 50 50 30 V-Fast Red
27120 Opens +10
5.0 Amps 125 VAC 360 25 50 30 V-Fast Red
28020 (450°F Max)
450 +15 25 50 30 V-Fast Green
27121 5.0 Amps 126 VAC +15
500 50 50 30 V-Fast Orange
0.5 Amps 125 VDC
Closes 600 + 20 N/A 50 30 V-Fast Orange
2.0 Amps 24 VDC
28021 + 20
1.0 Amps 48 VDC 725 N/A 50 30 V-Fast Orange
*Although incandescent lamps are considered resistive, their inrush Note: For clean agents and CO2 supression systems, ceiling spacing
current is 10 -15 times their steady current. Do not exceed ratings. 20ft. apart unless otherwise specified.
Note: 28020 is a 2-wire device and RTI is not applicable.
LOCATION
Fitting Required for
DETECT-A-FIRE detectors are precision temperature sensors. Hazardous Model
UL, ULc Listings
They must be mounted in an area (normally a ceiling) so that: Location Numbers
and FM Approval
1. The detector spacing complies with both system Class 1*, Groups 27120-22
requirements and requirements of the agency having A, B, C, and D; 27121-20 Mount detector to a
Class II, Groups 28020-3 suitably listed fitting in
local jurisdiction. accordance with National
E, F and G 28021-5
2. The thermal air path to the shell is not obstructed. Electric Code and/or local
Class 1*, Groups
Spacing per UL, FM, and UL of Canada is shown in Table 1 A, B, C, and D; 27120-0 authority having
and 2. Distances given are for between units on smooth Class II, Groups 27121-0 jurisdiction.
E, F and G
ceilings. Distances from partitions or walls are half that shown.
To assure that all spacing requirements are met, consult * Division 1 and 2.
the authority having local jurisdiction.
MOUNTING
Table 1: Model Number 27120*, 27121 DETECT-A-FIRE units are not position sensitive. Horizontal
and vertical detectors refer to the most common mounting
°F °F Spacings (in feet) Color
Toler- RTI configurations for that unit. However, each type can be
Setting ance UL ULc FM Coding mounted either horizontally or vertically depending on the
140 +7/-8 50 50 25 Fast Black application and installation requirements.
160 +7/-8 25 25 25 Fast Black INSTALLATION
190 +7/-8 50 50 25 Fast White
210 +7/-8 25 50 30 V-Fast White
225 +7/-8 25 50 30 V-Fast White
275 +10 25 50 30 V-Fast Blue
325 +10 50 50 30 V-Fast Red
360 +10 25 50 30 V-Fast Red
450 +15 25 50 30 V-Fast Green
500 +15 50 50 30 V-Fast Orange
600 + 20 N/A 50 30 V-Fast Orange
725 + 20 N/A 50 30 V-Fast Orange
* 27120 is a normally closed device and does not meet the requirements
of NFPA-72 for use as an initiating device.

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1. Kidde-Fenwal recommends that standard 4-inch octagonal Table 3
outlet boxes be used to mount detectors.
2. Attach detector to outlet box cover through a 0.875 inch diameter Non-Hazardous Outdoor Locations
hole and using two 1/2-14NPT retainer nuts as indicated.
3. Connect system wiring to detector per Figure 3 and applicable °F Fittings Required for
Model
electrical codes. Temperature UL Listings and
Number Settings
4. Ordinary Locations: The DETECT-A-FIRE Units are to be installed in FM Approval
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. Mount detector to a fitting suitable
27120-0
DETECT-A-FIRE Units are not to be installed in non-metallic junction for outside use, (NEMA Type 3),
27120-22 140, 160,
boxes. in accordance with National Electric
27121-0 190, 225
5. Hazardous Locations: For Class I, Division 1 and 2 locations, install Code and/or local authority having
27121-20
the DETECT-A-FIRE unit in a listed explosion-proof enclosure with jurisdiction.
a minimum thread engagement of five full turns. No non-conductive
material is to be placed on the threaded joint of the DETECT-A-FIRE FM requires the use of a Killark Outlet Box P/N VLJX-1, with P/N
Unit or in the listed explosion-proof enclosure. For Division 2 VJH-1 cover, and P/N VBNB Gasket to satisfy Outdoor NEMA 3
locations assure that a protective ground terminal is provided in the rated installation requirements.
listed explosion-proof enclosure when flexible metal conduit is used.
6. Non Hazardous Outdoor Location: Mount the DETECT-A-FIRE in a FUNCTIONAL TEST
listed NEMA Type 3 outlet box, cover and conduit, with 1/2 - 14 NPT When used with automatic fire extinguishing systems, first
threads and a minimum thread engagement of 5 full turns. Use of disconnect the initiator/solenoid leads from the panel and
pipe plugs with RTV silicone rubber sealant, a rubber gasket and connect a 24 VDC bulb to initiator terminals in the control unit.
self-sealing screws to attach the cover, and PTFE thread seal tape Gently heat the D-A-F units with a heat gun, hairdryer or heat
on the DETECT-A-FIRE threads should be appropriate for outdoor lamp (see WARNING below). When the bulb in the control unit
applicatiions and in accordance with the National Electrical Code changes state, remove heat source and allow D-A-F unit to
and/or local authority have jurisdiction. cool. Reset control unit. Test lamp must change state and
7. Do not exceed a maxium torque without thread lubricant of stay changed after system is reset. Do not reconnect initiator
20 foot-pounds (27.1 Newton Meters). solenoid leads until all D-A-F units have cooled below set point
Series 28000 units are similar to Series 27100 units except they have as indicated by test lamp. When D-A-F units are used in other
two 1/2-14 NPT threads for mounting. types of systems, disconnect them from the system, connect a
The unit may be mounted as described above or may be threaded into 24 VDC lamp and power source in series with the D-A-F units
a 1/2 - 14 NPT tapped hole in the vessel wall or threaded into a coupling and test with heat source as above. Make sure that contacts
brazed or welded to the vessel wall. have reset to normal condition before reconnecting to system
circuit.
Field Wiring Requirement
Field wiring must be capable of withstanding the maximum anticipated WARNINGS
ambient temperature in the application. 1. DO NOT overshoot the setpoint of the unit by more than 100°F
(55°C). This could result in a shift of the set point temperature.
Figure 3: System Wiring 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 of the set point temperature.
3. In order to function properly, the sensing shell of the unit must
remain free from paint, grease, oil, etc. Should such a build up
occur, DO NOT, under any circumstances, attempt to remove it.
Replace the unit.
4. Detectors mounted in an area subject to physical abuse or damage,
other than above, must be suitably protected without any obstructing
the thermal airpath to the unit.
3. Do not install the unit where the shell would be physically damaged
by sand, grain, rocks, etc.
4. Do not over torque the unit when installing.
5. Any detector that has been involved in a fire, abused or damaged
must be replaced.
6. Consult the factory for special 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.
Figure 4
IT IS POSSIBLE FOR A UNIT TO HAVE BEEN ABUSED OR
DAMAGED AND NOT DISPLAY ANY OUTWARD INDICATION
OF DAMAGE. ALL UNITS SHOULD BE TESTED PERIODICALLY
IN ACCORDANCE WITH NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION
ASSOCIATION REQUIREMENTS (72E) OR THE AGENY
HAVING LOCAL JURISDICTION.
These instructions do not purport to cover all the details or variations in the equipment described,
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