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FS10 SERIES <br /> (E) POTTER <br /> The Symbol of Protection PRESSURE SWITCH <br /> UL, cUL,.and CSFM Listed, FM and LPC Approved, NYMEA <br /> Accepted,CE Marked <br /> Dimensions:3.78"(9,6cm)W x 3.20"(8,1cm)D x 4.22"(10,7cm)H <br /> ©POTTER Conduit Entrance:Two knockouts provided for 1/2"conduit. Individual <br /> switch compartments and ground screws suitable for <br /> dissimilar voltages. <br /> PS10-2 <br /> �<> Enclosure: Cover-Die-cast with textured red powdercoat finish,single <br /> cover screw and rain lip. <br /> Base-Die-cast <br /> Pressure Connection:Nylon 1/2"NPT Male <br /> Factory Adjustment: 4-8 PSI(0,27-0,55 BAR) <br /> Differential: 2 PSI(0,13 BAR)typical <br /> Maximum System Pressure: 300 PSI(20,68 BAR) <br /> Switch Contacts: SPDT(Form C) <br /> 10.1 Amps at 125/250VAC,2.0 Amps at 30VDC <br /> Ordering Information One SPDT in PS10-1,Two SPDT in PS10-2 <br /> Model Description Stock No. Environmental Specifications: <br /> PS10-1 Pressure switch with one set 1340103 NEMA 4/I1`66 Rated Enclosure-indoor or outdoor when used <br /> SPDT contacts with NEMA 4 conduit fittings. <br /> PS10-2 Pressure switch with two sets 1340104 Temperature range:-40°F to 140°F(-40°C to 60°C) <br /> SPDT contacts Service Use: <br /> Hex Key 5250062 Automatic Sprinkler NFPA-13 <br /> Cover Tamper Switch Kit 0090200 One or two family dwelling NFPA-13D <br /> Tamper Residential Occupancy up to four stories NFPA-13R <br /> Cover incorporates tamper resistant fastener that requires a special key for National Fire Alarm Code NFPA-72 <br /> removal.One key is supplied with each device. For optional cover tamper <br /> switch kit,order Stock No.0090200. See bulletin#5401200 PSCTSK. <br /> Installation <br /> The Potter PS10 Series Pressure Actuated Switches are designed for the into alarm port piping on the input side of retard chamber and electrically <br /> detection of a waterflow condition in automatic fire sprinkler systems of connect PSI 0 to control unit that provides a retard to compensate for surges. <br /> particular designs such as wet pipe systems with alarm check valves,dry Insure that no unsupervised shut-off valves are present between the alarm <br /> pipe,preaction,or deluge valves. The PS10 is also suitable to provide a check valve and PS 10. <br /> low pressure supervisory signal;adjustable between 4 and 15 psi(0,27 and Method 2: When using the PS10 for local bell application or with a control <br /> 1,03 BAR). that does not provide a retard feature-the PS 10 must be installed on the alarm <br /> 1.Apply Teflon tape to the threaded male connection on the device. outlet side of the retard chamber of the sprinkler system. <br /> (Do not use pipe dope) Testing: Accomplished by opening the inspector's end-of-line test valve. <br /> 2.Device should be mounted in the upright position(threaded connection down). Allow time to compensate for system or control retard. <br /> 3.Tighten the device using a wrench on the flats on the device. Note: Method 2 is not applicable for remote station service use,if there is an <br /> Wiring Instructions unsupervised shut-off valve between the alarm check valve and the PSI 0. <br /> 1.Remove the tamper resistant screw with the special key provided. Wet System With Excess Pressure <br /> 2.Carefully place a screwdriver on the edge of the knockout and Connect PSI 0 into alarm port piping extending from alarm check valve. <br /> sharply apply a force sufficient to dislodge the knockout plug.See Fig 9 Retard provisions are not required. Insure that no unsupervised shut-off <br /> 3.Run wires through an approved conduit connector and affix the connector valves are present between the alarm check valve and the PSI 0. <br /> to the device. Testing: Accomplished by opening the water by-pass test valve or the <br /> 4.Connect the wires to the appropriate terminal connections for the inspector's end-of-line test valve.When using end-of-line test,allow time <br /> service intended.See Figures 2,4,5,and 6.See Fig 7 for two switch,one for excess pressure to bleed off. <br /> conduit wiring. Dry System <br /> Testing Connect PS10 into alarm port piping that extends from the intermediate <br /> The operation of the pressure alarm switch should be testedupon completion chamber of the alarm check valve. Install on the outlet side of the in-line <br /> of installation and periodically thereafter in accordance with the applicable check valve of the alarm port piping. Insure that no unsupervised shut-off <br /> NFPA codes and standards and/or the authority having jurisdiction valves are present between the alarm check valve and the PS10. <br /> (manufacturer recommends quarterly or more frequently). Testing:Accomplished by opening the water by-pass test valve. <br /> Wet System Note: The above tests may also activate any other circuit closer or water <br /> Method 1: When using PS10 and control unit with retard-connect PS10 motor gongs that are present on the system. <br /> Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC • St. Louis, MO • Phone: 866-956-0988/Canada 888-882-1833 • www.pottersignal.com <br /> PRINTED IN USA MFG.#5400928-REV D-1 PAGE 1 OF 3 <br /> 12/10 <br />