Re: Power Supply

[Mike Sokoly <secure15@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Thanks Robert,
That was my course of action too.
What a putz!

Robert L Bass wrote:
>>Here's a funny one.
>>Town of Huntington, NY can waive the installation of 120V interconnected
>>smoke detectors if a listed control panel with fire capability is
>>installed in a residential occupancy. The kick is the building inspector
>>says that Residential Code of NY requires tha system be powered by a
>>non- unpluggable Transformer or 120V! Any one see that in NFPA 72 or 70?
>>There was some discussion about a guard around a transformer- to prevent
>>unwarranted removal.
>>My take is #1 its FPL wiring
>>            #2 FPL listed transformer or Class 3 is acceptable
>>( he wants a permanently wired transformer- like a bell tranny!)
>>My reply was most Manufacturers submit the transformer(plug-in)AND
>>Control Panel for listing by UL- I violate that by substituting a tranny of
>>non-listed origin and open up a liability issue!
>>Comments and Replys appreciated!
>
>
> Interesting argument about the listing issue, Mike.  If he
> insists, the solution is to use a boxed, open field transformer
> with 110VAC leads.  Have a look at Altronix' AC power supplies.
> If the inspector refuses to accept the listed transformer for the
> job, ask him to state it in writing on town stationery.  Get him
> to sign off on the submittals with the replacement unit included
> and you're butt is covered, albeit at an unnecessary cost
> increment.
>
> I suspect he's simply mistaken.  He's probably used to commercial
> fire alarms and not up to par on what is done in the residential
> aspect of the trade.
>
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> Regards,
> Robert L Bass
>
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