User's Manual

5809 Wireless Rate-of-Rise Heat Detector – Installation Instructions
General Information
The Honeywell 5809 Rate-of-Rise Heat Detector is a wireless device
used with alarm systems that support Honeywell’s 5800 series
devices.
The 5809 combines a rate-of-rise sensor and a fixed temperature
sensor in one device. The rate-of-rise sensor detects a rapid rise in
temperature and signals an alarm if the rise is 15

F (8

C) or more
per minute. Fires typically cause a rapid rise in temperature in the
surrounding area. The fixed temperature sensor will signal an alarm
when the ambient temperature rises above 135

F (57

C).
IMPORTANT: The 5809 will be permanently damaged if stored,
shipped, or installed in environments where the temperature exceeds
120

F (48

C). If the metal disc is detached, the detector has
exceeded 135

F (57

C) and must be replaced.
Heat detectors should be used for property protection. Reliance
should not be placed solely on heat detectors for life safety. When
life safety is involved, smoke detectors MUST also be used.
Detectors MUST NOT be painted.
Notes:
 It is not recommended to install at a site where the ambient
temperature exceeds 100

F.
 UL: Unit is for dry, indoor use only.
 If the fixed temperature sensor activates, the detector must be
replaced.
 When the battery voltage drops below a threshold, a low battery signal is
sent to the control panel.
 The 5809 includes a tamper switch. If removed from its mounting base, a
trouble signal is sent to the control panel.
 Detectors should never be relocated without the advice or assistance of
the alarm service company.
 Replace the battery when the system reports a low battery condition.
SPECIFICATIONS
Battery 3-volt lithium; Duracell DL123, DL123A, or
Panasonic CR123A.
Operating Temp. 40

F to 140

F (6

C to 60

C)
Rate of Rise Temp. 15

F (8

C) increase per minute.
Note: The rate-of-rise sensor does not operate
above 100

F (38

C).
Fixed Temp. 135

F (57

C)
Maximum Spacing 50ft x 50ft
UL: 30ft x 30ft
Refer to NFPA 72 for application requirements.
Dimensions 4.9” diameter, 2.7” deep
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1 Install the Battery
1. If the 5809 is already mounted, remove the detector assembly by
twisting counter-clockwise and withdraw it from the mounting base.
DO NOT touch the metal disc.
2. Remove the old battery and wait 30 seconds.
3. Install or replace battery with a Duracell DL123, DL123A, or
Panasonic CR123A. Observe polarity!
BATTERY
5809EN-003-V0
2 Program the Detector
NOTE: The detector’s serial number is located on the product carton,
and inside the detector. This number must be enrolled in the control
panel. Refer to the control panel’s installation guide for details.
1. Remove the detector assembly by twisting counter-clockwise and
withdraw it from the mounting base. DO NOT touch the metal disc.
2. Install the battery (if not already installed). Observe polarity!
3. Enter the control panel’s programming mode. When programming
this device, program the following:
Input Type = 3 (Supervised RF)
Loop number = 1
4. To enable the control panel to capture the detector’s serial number,
when prompted force the detector to transmit by momentarily
depressing the Activation Button. Alternately, you can manually
enter the detector’s serial number.
5. Test the detector after enrolling into the system. Refer to the Testing
the Detector topic.
5809EN-001-V0
ACTIVATION
BUTTON
DETECTOR
ASSEMBLY
INDEX
TA B
TAMPER
SWITCH