System Sensor Wiring Guidelines and Recommendations

Technical Field Bulletin All users of System Sensor Products Marketing and Technical Services Wiring Guidelines and Recommendations response to frequent queries regarding proper wiring techniques and guide we have prepared the following recommendations products will include a strip gauge indicator on the product label or on device itself We recommend that the indicated strip length be followed not otherwise indicated the recommended strip length for conductors be connected to clamping plate wiring terminals with SEMS screws is 1 4 and 3 8 maximum These dimensions ensure that proper contact is with the clamping plate Strip lengths which exceed these guidelines can exposed conductors to contact each other junction box housings or even areas of the device circuitry which can introduce the potential for faults short circuits equipment damage or otherwise represent a com of safe wiring practices June 5 2009 tightening the SEMS screws pull back on the wires to be sure that they secure and check that there are no wire strands outside the terminal block photos illustrate both correct and incorrect examples of terminations is not recommended to make connections while the system is energized or is otherwise applied to the conductors ensure proper supervision conductors should not be looped under terminals runs should be broken at each terminal additional information refer to the installation manual for the individual or the Fire Alarm Control Panel installation manual addition to these guidelines installers should adhere to the requirements of National Electrical Code National Fire Protection Administration and any national and local codes System Sensor a Honeywell International Inc business does not ap inspect or certify any installations procedures equipment or materials above information has been provided in an attempt to assist with proper practices and should in no way be construed as a specific installa approval or certification you have any questions concerning System Sensor products their application please contact Technical Services at 736 7672 extension 2 Ohio Avenue St Charles IL 60174 Phone 800 736 7672 630 377 6583 www systemsensor com exposed the area beyond area are at risk contact beyond area are in under plate around plate separate wiring to length in contact junction housing