with the [word "FIRE" in minimum 50-mm two-inch] [words "FIRE" and
"EMERGENCY" in minimum 25mm "one-inch"] block characters on both side
surfaces of the box. block characters on both side surfaces of the box.
Housing (enclosure) shall permit mounting on walls, utility poles, or
pedestals.
2.3.3.1
Operating Panel
Provide boxes with operating panel located on the front of the box. Box
operating panel shall incorporate pushbutton(s) or pull lever(s) or
hook(s) clearly labeled as specified in the paragraph entitled "Signal
Designations". Appropriate operating instructions shall also be clearly
visible. Break-glass mechanisms are not permitted. Operating panels shall
be identical in operation on all boxes furnished. Mount box with operating
panel not more than 1220mm 48 inches above grade.
[2.4
MANUAL FIRE ALARM BOXES
Provide manual fire alarm boxes (pull stations) where shown. Provide box
with cast metal [cottage] [or] [contemporary rectangular] style NEMA 3R
housing (enclosure), painted [Fire Engine red, similar to color number
11105,] [Lime Yellow, similar to color number 23793,] FED-STD-595. Provide
reflective, highly visible labels imprinted with the [word "FIRE" in
minimum 50-mmtwo-inch] [words "FIRE" and "EMERGENCY" in minimum 25mm
"one-inch] block characters on both side surfaces of the box. Housing
(enclosure) shall permit mounting on walls, utility poles, or pedestals.
Connect box to its own separate zone on the nearest radio alarm transmitter
as shown. Mount box with manual operating device not more than 1220mm48
inches above grade.
]2.5
BOX LOCATION LIGHT
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NOTE: Specify box locations lights when master
boxes, street boxes, or manual fire alarm boxes are
required and AC power is available. Consult the EFD
/ EFA Fire Protection Engineer for further guidance.
Choose the appropriate lamp type and voltage(s).
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Provide each box with a vapor-tight, light fixture with a cast aluminum
housing with screw-on die-cast lens guard, and heat resistant, unbreakable
threaded ruby globe. The light shall be supported with minimum 16 mm1/2
inch galvanized rigid steel conduit, and located approximately 305 mmone
foot above the box. Lamp shall be [incandescent, 25 watt, [130] [240] volt
AC] [compact fluorescent] extended service type. Power source shall be
[the AC power to the box.] [or] [ a dedicated circuit as indicated] Mount
light fixture with lamp in vertical position.
[2.5.1
Box Location Marker (Non-Electric)
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NOTE: Use this paragraph only when street boxes are
required and AC power is not available. Otherwise,
delete entire paragraph. Choose wall mounting
configuration(s) best suited for visibility.
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For street boxes provided where AC power is not available, provide
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