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S1209 Series

Photoelectric Smoke Alarm

120 VAC with 9V Battery Back-Up Single/Multiple Station Smoke Alarm

24 Units Per Carton, 24 pounds per carton

Assembled

in the USA

Applications

The S1209 Series photoelectric smoke alarms are for use as an evacuation device in all

dwelling units, including but not limited to homes, apartments, hospitals, hotels and

motels. Available in two models, the S1209 Series is engineered to virtually eliminate

nuisance alarms and deliver outstanding performance wherever reliable smoke

detection is required.

The S1209 Series is provided with a 9V alkaline battery for back-up in the event

building power is lost. The battery drawer provides easy replacement without

removing the unit from the wall or ceiling.

The Gentex S1209 Series is provided with a push button self test and functionality

test feature. The push button self test veries power operation and tests battery

levels. The push and hold button functionality test analyzes the photoelectric sensing

chamber for proper operation of smoke alarm. The self and functionality tests are in

compliance with NFPA 72 and ANSI/UL Standards.

Features of the smoke alarm series include DUALINK® tandem capabilities with

Gentex tandem interconnect capable alarms products. Options include Form A/Form

C dry contacts for remote annunciation.

The S1209 smoke alarms are ANSI/UL 217 and are warranted for one year from date of

purchase.

Standard Features

• 120 VAC with 9V battery back-up

• Photoelectric smoke sensing technology

• Horn frequency 3100 Hz (nominal)

• Temporal 3 evacuation piezo horn

• Nominal 2.5% sensitivity

• Push button self test feature, veries power sources/operation

• Push and hold button functional test feature, analyzes sensing chamber

• Optional Auxiliary Form A/Form C relay contacts (F model)

• Relay contacts operate when on battery back-up

• Quick-disconnect wiring harness

• DUALINK® - tandem with all Gentex tandem capable alarms

• Non-latching (self restoring) alarm

• LED for AC power on

• Red LED pulses every 30 seconds, green

• Solid state red LED to indicate smoke presence

• Mounting hardware adapts to standard junction boxes

• Dust cover to prevent particle contamination during installation

• Low or missing battery indicator

• One year warranty from date of purchase

Product Listings

• ANSI/UL 217 Listed

• CSFM: 7257-0569:0501

Product Compliance

• NFPA 72

• IBC/IFC/IRC

• Quality Management System is certied to:

ISO 9001:2008

Summary of content (3 pages)

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S1209 Series Photoelectric Smoke Alarm 120 VAC with 9V Battery Back-Up Single/Multiple Station Smoke Alarm 24 Units Per Carton, 24 pounds per carton Applications The S1209 Series photoelectric smoke alarms are for use as an evacuation device in all dwelling units, including but not limited to homes, apartments, hospitals, hotels and motels.
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S1209 Series Model Part Number Voltage (VAC) S1209 917-0059-002 120 VAC S1209F 917-0057-002 120 VAC Form A/C Contacts • Notes Electrical Specifications Tandem Wiring Diagram Relay Model • Series available in round configuration only • Utilizing DUALINK®, if S1209 alarm annunciates, all smoke alarms, CO alarms or combination smoke/CO alarms tandem interconnected will sound smoke alarm warning.
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S1209 Series Photoelectric Smoke Alarm Architect & Engineering Specifications The photoelectric smoke alarm shall be a Gentex Model S1209/S1209F or approved equal which shall provide at least the following features and functions: • Nominal smoke sensitivity shall be 2.5%. • The smoke alarm shall utilize an infrared LED sensing circuit which pulses in 4 to 5 second intervals when subjected to smoke. After 2 consecutive pulses in smoke, the alarm will activate.