User Manual

DETECTOR MOUNTING USING THE DB-X11RS BASE
The detector is provided with a separate base which attaches to a
standard 4 inch square or a 4 inch octagonal electrical box, with the box
size and depth required by the NEC for the number and size of conduc-
tors used. Wire size: max – 14 AWG, min – 18 AWG.
Refer to Figure 2.
1. Route all wires outward from outlet box.
2. When the ALARM LED viewing is critical, position the LED mark in
the base in the intended direction.
3. Route wires through the hole in the center of the base and mount
base to outlet box. Make connections directly to the base terminals.
Refer to Figures 1 and 2 for details.
4. After all bases are installed, check wiring integrity.
5. To insure proper installation of the detector head into the base:
a. Route wires away from connector terminals.
b. Take up all slack in the outlet box.
c. Properly dress and position all wires flat against the base.
d. Check that screw terminals are tight.
P/N 315-096040-4
MOUNTING
HOLE
COVER
BASE
MOUNTING
HOLES
ALARM LED
LOCATION WITH
DETECTOR
INSTALLED
IN BASE
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N
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T
P
A
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Figure 2
Mounting the Base