INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

1400 Direct Wire Ionization 3825 Ohio Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois 60174
1-800-SENSOR2, FAX: 630-377-6495
Smoke Detector www.systemsensor.com

Specifications
Diameter: 5.5 inches (140 mm)
Height: 3.12 inches (80 mm)
Weight: 0.7 lb. (310 g)
Operating Temperature: 0°C to +49°C (32°F to 120°F)
Latching Alarm: Reset by momentary power interruption.
Operating Humidity: 10% to 93% Relative Humidity, Noncondensing

Electrical Ratings:
System Voltage: 12/24 VDC
Maximum Ripple Voltage: 4 Volts peak to peak
Start-up Capacitance: 0.02 µA Maximum
Standby Ratings: 8.5 VDC Minimum
35 VDC Maximum
100 µA Maximum
Alarm Ratings: 4.2 VDC Minimum at 10 mA
6.6 VDC Minimum at 100 mA
Alarm current must be limited to 100 mA maximum by the control panel. If used, the
RA400Z Remote Annunciator operates within the specified detector alarm currents.
Reset Voltage: 2.5 VDC Minimum
Reset Time: 0.3 S Maximum
Start-up Time: 35 S Maximum

Before Installing Each detector includes an LED that provides a local visual
Please thoroughly read the System Sensor manual A05- indication of the detector’s status. The LED blinks every
1003, Applications Guide for System Smoke Detectors. This ten seconds as an indication that power is applied to the
manual provides detailed information on detector spacing, detector and lights continuously in alarm. These detectors
placement, zoning, wiring, and special applications. Copies also have the latching alarm feature. The alarm can be reset
of this manual are available at no charge from System only by a momentary power interruption.
Sensor. (For installation in Canada, refer to CAN/ULC-
S524, Standard for the Installation of Fire Alarm Systems The detector also has provision for the connection of an
and CEC Part 1, Sec. 32.) optional Model RA400Z Remote Annunciator. The RA400Z
provides a visual indication of an alarm and mounts to a
General Description single gang box.
System Sensor 1400 dual-chamber ionization smoke detec-
tors utilize state-of-the-art, unipolar sensing chambers. Spacing
These detectors are designed to provide open area protec- NFPA 72 defines the spacing requirements for smoke
tion, and to be used with compatible UL-listed, 2-wire con- detectors. Typically, this is 30 feet when the detectors are
trol panels only. The detector’s operation and sensitivity installed on a smooth ceiling. However, ALL installations
can be tested in place. must comply with NFPA 72 and/or special requirements of
the authority having jurisdiction.

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Figure 1. Surface mounting of Model 1400 detector Smoke detectors and alarm system control panels have
on 3-1/2 and 4 inch octagonal box: specifications for allowable loop resistance. Consult the
control panel manufacturer’s specifications for the total
loop resistance allowed for the control panel being used
before wiring the detector loops.

Begin electrical connections by stripping about 3⁄8″ insula-

tion from the end of the wire. Then, slide the bare end of
the wire under the clamping plate and tighten the clamping
plate screw. A wiring diagram for a typical 2-wire detector
system is shown in Figure 3.
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NOTE: Break the wire at each terminal to ensure that the

Figure 2. Model 1400 detector mounting bracket: connections are supervised. Do NOT loop the wire
TAMPER under the terminals.
RESISTANT
TAB
System Sensor smoke detectors are marked with a compat-
ibility identifier located as the last digit of a five digit code
stamped on the back of the product. Connect detectors
only to compatible control units as indicated in System
Sensor’s compatibility chart which contains a current list
of UL-listed control units and detectors. A copy of this list
is available from System Sensor upon request.

Tamper-resistant Feature
This detector includes a tamper-resistant feature that effec-
tively prevents removal of the detector without the use of
TO MAKE DETECTOR TAMPER RESISTANT, a tool. To make the detector tamper-resistant, break off
BREAK OFF TAB EXTENSION
AT SCRIBED LINE the smaller tab at the scribed line on the tamper resistant
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tab, on the detector mounting bracket (see Figure 2), then
install the detector. To remove the detector from the bracket
Mounting once it has been made tamper resistant, use a small screw-
Each 1400 detector is supplied with a mounting bracket kit driver to depress the tamper-resistant tab located in the
that permits the detector to be mounted: slot on the mounting bracket and turn the detector coun-
1. Directly to a 31⁄2 inch or 4 inch octagonal, 11⁄2 inch deep terclockwise for removal.
electrical box, or
2. To a 4 inch square electrical box by using a plaster ring Installation
with the supplied mounting bracket kit.
WARNING

Installation Wiring Guidelines Disconnect the power to the alarm system control unit
All wiring must be installed in compliance with the before installing detectors.
National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes and
any special requirements of the authority having jurisdic- 1. Wire the detector following the installation guidelines.
tion, using the proper wire size. The conductors used to 2. Line up arrows on the detector with the arrows on the
connect smoke detectors to control panels and accessory mounting bracket.
devices should be color-coded to reduce the likelihood of 3. Rotate the detector clockwise until it clicks into place.
wiring errors. Improper connections can prevent a system 4. After all detectors have been installed, apply power to
from responding properly in the event of a fire. the control unit.
5. Test the detector as described under TESTING.
For signal wiring (the wiring between interconnected 6. Reset the detector at the system control panel.
detectors), it is recommended that the wire be no smaller 7. Notify the proper authorities that the system is in opera-
than AWG 18. However, the screws and clamping plate can tion.
accommodate wire sizes up to AWG 12. The use of twisted
pair wiring for the power (+ and –) loop is recommended
to minimize the effects of electrical interference.
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Figure 3. Wiring diagram for 1400 smoke detector used with two-wire control panel:

+
INITIATING
LOOP
–
+ – + – EOL
RESISTOR

+ 2 + 2
UL LISTED 1 1
COMPATIBLE
CONTROL 3 3
REMOTE REMOTE
PANEL ANNUNCIATOR ANNUNCIATOR
– –

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CLASS A OPTIONAL WIRING

NOTE: IF REMOTE ANNUNCIATOR IS NOT USED, POLARITY TO DETECTOR MAY BE REVERSED.

A. Recessed Test Switch

CAUTION
1. A test switch is located on the detector housing (See
Dust covers can be used to help limit dust entry to the Figure 4).
detector, but they are not a substitute for removing the 2. Push and hold the recessed test switch with a 0.1 inch
detector during building construction. Remove any dust maximum diameter tool.
covers before placing system in service. 3. The LED on the detector should light within 5 seconds.
B. Test Module (System Sensor Model No. MOD400R)
CAUTION
The MOD400R is used with an analog or digital voltme-
Smoke detectors are not to be used with detector guards ter to check the detector sensitivity as described in the
unless the combination has been evaluated and found test module manual.
suitable for that purpose. C. Aerosol Generator (Gemini 501)
Set the generator to represent 4%/ft. to 5%/ft. obscuration
Testing as described in the Gemini 501 manual. Using the bowl
Before testing the detector, look for the presence of the shaped applicator, apply aerosol until the unit alarms.
flashing LED. If it does not flash, power has been lost to the
detector (check the wiring), or it is defective (return for Notify the proper authorities that the system is back on
repair – refer to Warranty). line.

Detectors must be tested after installation and following Detectors that fail these tests should be cleaned as described
periodic maintenance. Notify the proper authorities that under MAINTENANCE and retested. If the detectors still
the system is undergoing testing. The 1400 may be tested fail these tests, they should be returned for repair.
as follows:

Figure 4. Bottom and side views showing position of test switch:

RECESSED TAMPER SLOT
TEST SWITCH

LED TEST MODULE

SOCKET PUSH RECESSED TEST SWITCH WITH
A 0.1" MAX. DIAMETER TOOL. S0142-00

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Maintenance Figure 5. Removal of cover and screen for cleaning:
NOTE: Before starting, notify the proper authorities that
LOCKING
the smoke detector system is undergoing mainte- PRONGS
nance and, therefore, will be temporarily out of
service. Disable the zone or system undergoing
maintenance to prevent unwanted alarms.
The 1400 is cleaned as follows:
REMOVABLE
1. Remove the detector screen and cover assembly by COVER FOR
depressing the three lock prongs on the top of the cover, CLEANING

rotating the cover clockwise, and pulling the screen

cover assembly away from the detector (see Figure 5).
Use of the System Sensor CRT400 cover removal tool is REMOVABLE
SCREEN
recommended.
2. Remove the screen from the cover.
LOCK PRONG
3. Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust from the screen,
the cover, and the sensing chamber.
4. After cleaning, snap the screen into the cover, then place
the cover and screen assembly on the detector turning
clockwise until it is locked in place.
5. Test the detector as described in TESTING.
6. Notify the proper authorities that the system is back on
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Please refer to insert for the Limitations of Fire Alarm Systems

Three-Year Limited Warranty

System Sensor warrants its enclosed smoke detector to be free from Department, RA #__________, 3825 Ohio Avenue, St. Charles, IL 60174.
defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a Please include a note describing the malfunction and suspected cause
period of three years from date of manufacture. System Sensor makes no of failure. The Company shall not be obligated to repair or replace units
other express warranty for this smoke detector. No agent, representative, which are found to be defective because of damage, unreasonable use,
dealer, or employee of the Company has the authority to increase or alter modifications, or alterations occurring after the date of manufacture. In
the obligations or limitations of this Warranty. The Company’s obliga- no case shall the Company be liable for any consequential or incidental
tion of this Warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of any damages for breach of this or any other Warranty, expressed or implied
part of the smoke detector which is found to be defective in materials or whatsoever, even if the loss or damage is caused by the Company’s neg-
workmanship under normal use and service during the three year period ligence or fault. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
commencing with the date of manufacture. After phoning System Sensor’s incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
toll free number 800-SENSOR2 (736-7672) for a Return Authorization may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
number, send defective units postage prepaid to: System Sensor, Repair you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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