Fire-Lite BB-17F is an external battery box that houses two standby batteries for a fire alarm control panel when the batteries do not fit inside the panel cabinet. It mounts directly below the FACP cabinet, with knockouts on its top surface for conduit to the panel. Fire-Lite panel data sheets call for it when the batteries are larger than 7 Ah.
Specifications
| Battery capacity |
Two batteries; installation document states up to 17 Ah, panel data sheets state greater than 7 Ah up to 18 Ah |
| Dimensions |
14.5 in. W x 8.5 in. H x 4.75 in. D (37.38 x 21.59 x 12.07 cm) |
| Mounting |
Below the FACP cabinet, anchored through 1/4 in. holes in the back of the cabinet |
| Clearance |
At least 6 in. (15.24 cm) between the BB-17F and the FACP |
| Included |
Cabinet, box cover and four self-threading screws |
Compatibility and installation notes
- Remove knockouts in the bottom of the FACP and the top of the BB-17F, align them and run conduit between the two cabinets.
- Run the battery cable from the FACP through the conduit and connect it to the batteries, then secure the cover with the supplied screws.
- Example: the Fire-Lite MS-2 data sheet lists the BB-17F as the battery box required for two batteries greater than 7 Ah to a maximum of 18 Ah.
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Documents
Specifications from Fire-Lite installation document PN 15736:A2, 3/3/2011, and data sheet DF-52211:B2, 12/21/2011. Manufacturer specifications are subject to change.
