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Conceal-Alarm Information Packet for
Fire Alarm System Contractors & Installers
Conceal -Alarm
Quick Reference Sheet
Important Items to Understand
> The Conceal-Alarm series product family is compatible with all fire alarm panels
> The Conceal-Alarm series product family interfaces with all fire alarm systems.
> The Conceal-Alarm series product family is ETL listed to UL standards UL1971, UL1480, UL464
> Units are furnished standard with Wheelock UL listed devices. A list of these devices can be found
on page 10 of this manual.
> The Conceal-Alarm series product family conforms to NFPA 72 standards.
> Fire alarm devices must be installed and wired into the concealed enclosure at the factory, devices
cannot be installed to the rotating door assembly in the field.
> Strobe intensity (candela settings) must be provided with the order information, strobe intensity is
set to your specific requested settings at the factory, strobe intensity cannot be field selected.
> Conceal-Alarm is Chicago approved; documentation available upon request
send email to FAinfo@concealite.com
subject line: Chicago approval letter
> Conceal-Alarm is NYC approved; documentation available upon request
send email to FAinfo@concealite.com
subject line: NYC approval letter
> Conceal-Alarm is not currently listed CSFM (California State Fire Marshal).
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Index
Page
Section______________________________________
3………………….Conceal-Alarm FAQ
6………………….Conceal-Alarm Technical Information
7………………….Wiring Diagrams
9………………….Fire Alarm device list - Compatible Devices –
List of Devices offered
11………………..Quotation and Order process
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Conceal-Alarm FAQ
> How is EOL monitoring/supervision affected?
EOL monitoring/supervision is the same as any standard ceiling or wall mounted device.
> What devices are offered?
Units are furnished standard with Wheelock UL listed devices. A list of these devices can be
found on page 10 of this manual.
> How do I provide power to the Conceal-Alarm devices?
The Conceal-Alarm products are designed to operate directly from the NAC circuit.
> Can I provide a second power supply for just the motor clutch separate from the NAC circuit
connected to the device?
Yes, each Conceal-Alarm product is provided with two sets of inputs, one input is for the
device and the other input is for the motor clutch, these two inputs can be tied together or
utilized separately. Please see wiring diagrams on page 6
> Who can order the Conceal-Alarm products?
The Conceal-Alarm products are sold directly to approved Fire Alarm contractors and Fire
System companies
> Is there any special applications that are required to become an authorized reseller?
Yes, please follow the instructions on page 12 for the quotation and order requirements and
submit the required documentation as directed.
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> What is the current draw of the Conceal-Alarm products?
General rule of thumb is a maximum of 3 Conceal-Alarms per 2 amp NAC
Specifically the motor and clutch draw 300 ma during the 1/2 second of operation to open the
door, however both motor and clutch are inductors, initial current draw can spike to around
750ma for a fraction of a second, this peak current inrush can/could cause power supplies to
shut down under the control of the over-current protections built into some power supplies.
For (alarm mode only) battery calculations, the clutch is the only additional draw (plus the
device itself) once the door has opened, the clutch draws 80 ma continuously while the panel
is activated, if powered by a listed fire alarm panel power supply.
> Is the current draw the same on all three sizes of Conceal-Alarm? i.e., FA100, FA900 and FAFX
models?
Yes the current draw is the same on all models.
> Does the Conceal-Alarm product cause any issues with strobe synchronization?
No, the motor and clutch are electronically isolated from the device itself.
> I have questions about strobe synchronization with the Conceal-Alarm devices that utilize Wheelock
appliances when used in conjunction with a specific panel or other appliances.
Questions concerning Wheelock Appliances and Wheelock sync module(s)should be directed
to the manufacture www.cooperindustries.com
See: SYNCHRONIZATION (SYNC) MODULE
> Is the Conceal-Alarm product listed CSFM?
No, at this time this product is not California State Fire Marshal listed.
> What is the purpose of the blue wire?
The use of the Concealite optional supervisory dry contact (blue wire) that is included in the
Conceal-Alarm design allows for fire panel monitoring of the actual full open positioning "door
position" of the Conceal-Alarm rotating door. This option can provide for the individual
monitoring of each Conceal-Alarm unit door position or connected in series with any number of
Conceal-Alarm units for monitoring a group of door positions. An indicator light or lights as
well as audible monitoring at the panel would provide the visual or audible indicator. This
"door position" supervision is separate from the standard EOL supervisory system/practice.
Monitoring of door position is not a UL nor an ETL requirement.
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> Is the Conceal-Alarm a new product? How many years has this product been available? Is this
product widely recognized and found to be acceptable?
Conceal-Alarm is properly listed to serve fire alarm notification requirements as per NFPA 72.
Conceal-Alarms' classification of use is fire alarm for UL notification devices and is
appropriately listed as a notification appliance under all three of the applicable fire alarm
appliance listing numbers, UL 464, UL 1480 and UL 1971. Conceal-Alarm products were
initially listed to conform to testing criteria developed exclusively by Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc. Concealites' Conceal-Alarm product successfully met or exceeded all
testing requirements. Conceal-Alarm is currently ETL listed to UL 464, UL 1480 and UL 1971
Conceal-Alarm products have been installed throughout the USA for more than 18 years.
Concealites' Conceal-Alarm installations include the very highest profile and historic sites
including; Courthouses, State Capitols, George Washington’s' Mount Vernon, CIA Headquarters,
IMF Building and the White House.
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Conceal-Alarm
Technical information
Current Draw Information:
General rule of thumb is 3 Conceal-Alarms maximum per 2 amp NAC
Specifically the motor and clutch draw 300 ma during the 1/2 second of operation to open the door,
however both motor and clutch are inductors, initial current draw can spike to around 750ma for a
fraction of a second, this peak current inrush can/could cause power supplies to shut down by the
over-current protections built into some power supplies.
For (alarm mode only) battery calculations the clutch is the only additional draw once the door has
opened, the clutch draws 80 ma continuously while the panel is activated if powered by a listed fire
alarm panel power supply.
The use of the Concealite optional supervisory dry contact (blue wire) that is included in the ConcealAlarm design allows a fire panel monitoring of the actual full open positioning of the Conceal-Alarm
rotating door. This option can be individually monitored per Conceal-Alarm unit door or connected in
series with any number of Conceal-Alarm units.
The trouble circuit that is typically in the operation of fire alarm annunciator branch circuit
monitoring is separate from the optional supervisory door positioning monitoring, and is not affected
by the use of the Conceal-Alarm unit.
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Wiring Diagram #1
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Wiring Diagram #2
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Fire Alarm device list
- Compatible Devices
- List of Devices offered
> Conceal-Alarm has a concealed solution for most any fire alarm device application, such as strobe,
horn, speaker or combination thereof.
> The Conceal-Alarm products are designed and listed to operate directly
from the NAC circuit.
> Fire Alarm Devices must be installed and wired into the concealed enclosure at the factory, devices
cannot be installed to the rotating door assembly in the field.
> Strobe Intensity (Candela settings) must be provided with the order information and strobe intensity
is set to your specific requested settings at the factory, strobe intensity cannot be field selected.
> The Conceal-Alarm series is available in three sizes of concealed enclosure, the size of the
enclosure is largely determined by the size of the fire alarm device utilized. These three sizes cover
wall and ceiling applications using strobe, horn, speaker or combination thereof, The three sizes are
denoted as series FA100, FA900 and FAFX. For specifics on dimensions and further product
specifications please review the product family cut sheets, FA100/FA900 and the FAFX cut sheet.
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List of Devices offered
Conceal-Alarm Quotation and Order Process
Interpreting the cut sheet and determining proper part number(s)
FA100, FA900 and FAFX ordering information:
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Quotation and Ordering Procedures
First time quotation and order requests from Fire Alarm contractors and Fire Alarm system companies
are required to request a review for formal authorization approval to sell and/or provide Concealite
products, please submit your corporate credit information and W9, please send via email to
FAinfo@concealite.com. Approvals normally take 5-7 business days.
Approved Fire Alarm contractors and Fire System companies may request a project quotation and
place an order for Concealite products. Approved companies are asked to provide a completed
quotation form (see page 13) and the project drawings including title block to the quotation
department. Please send these items to FAinfo@concealite.com. Quotations are not available verbally
via phone and are only available in writing per this process.
-Incomplete project quote information may result in a no-quote response-
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QUOTATION FORM
Quote request date
Distributor/Wholesaler Information
Firm name**
Firm address
City
Contact name**
State
Email address**
Project Information
Project Name**
Address**
City**
State**
Primary Specifier
Specifying Firm**
Firm Address
Firm City**
State**
Contact at Firm
Specifier role**
Contact Phone
Zip
Zip
NOTE: Quotations are valid for 60 days
**Required field
Quantity*
Secondary Specifier
Part number*
Office use only
Cost (each)
Extended
TOTAL
Freight is prepaid and charge or collect
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Quotes will not be provided unless all *required fields are completed
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Example of
Project Drawings2
Including title block1
Required to be submitted along with completed quote form for review
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Notes:
Concealite Life Safety Products
202 Elk Street,
P.O. Box 160
Elkton, SD 57026
FAinfo@concealite.com
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