Model 17343-124

Fire and Overheat Detectors 03.02.GE A

DESCRIPTION Operating ambient temperature

The Fire & Overheat Detector monitors for fire and
overheat conditions. It can be used in areas of very Set Point Max Ambient
high temperatures. Temperature Temperature
140F (60C) 100F (38C)
The detector is made from welded stainless steel
and is completely sealed. It is non-repairable and 325F (163C) 300F (149C)
cannot be disassembled. The detector is set to a 600F (316C) 500F (260C)
specified alarm temperature at the factory and cannot 725F (385C) 625F (329C)
be re-adjusted.
425F (218C)

Electrical connections are made through two terminal

posts with threads inside. Stainless steel screws are 17343-124
used to attach wires to the two terminals. Mounting
is with 3/4-14 NPT threads 20 Megohm @ 500 VDC,
Insulation Resistance terminals to shell
PART NUMBERS 500 VAC, 1 minute,
Dielectric Strength
and TEMPERATURE SETTINGS terminals to shell

GE PN Fenwal PN Setting Color Minimum exposure temperature: -50F (-46C)

361A2285P110 17343-124 140F (60C) None without damage to the unit
361A2285P111 17343-124 325F (163C) Red
Maximum exposure temperature: 825F (440C)
361A2285P112 17343-124 600F (316C) Orange
without damage to the unit
361A2285P113 17343-124 725F (385C) Gray
361A2285P114 17343-124 425F (218C) Green AGENCY APPROVALS
Fenwal Part Number: 17343-124
Temperature setpoint tolerance: 25F (14C)
II 3 G, EEx nC IIC
ENGINEERING DATA
Contact Rating
17343-124 0.5 AMP at 28 VDC
SPST contacts, close on temperature rise HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS
APPROVALS
Construction:
Hermetically sealed switch with glass to metal seals.
17343-124 Locations
UL Listed Class I, Groups B, C & D per
UIPV.E139663 NFPA 72E
CSA Certified Class I, Groups B, C & D
Class 4868-01 CSA Std C22.2 No. 24-93
CE/ATEX Group II, Category 3 (Gas)
Directive 94/9/EC protection level "nC"
Group II, Category 3 (Gas) protection level "nC"
Atex Certificate: ITS03ATEX41211

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HANDLING AND STORAGE For ATEX applications ensure that enclosures
Take precautions to ensure that the shell and threads are grounded to an ATEX approved mounting box.
are not subject to damage.
Connect system wiring to the detector's terminals
INSTALLATION per applicable electrical codes using 8-32 UNC 2A
stainless steel slotted hex head screws with integral


NOTE: Local authorities having jurisdiction should washer (provided).
be consulted before installation.
NOTE: See ! CAUTION regarding torque limit
The 17343-124 detector must be installed in a suitable on outline drawing below.
enclosure with appropriate group and category rating
for the application.

The 17343-124 detector must be mounted into an

enclosure that complies with the appropriate require-
ments for Category 3 applications. Enclosures must
have a 3/4 NPT opening to mount the detector.
Thread the unit into the 3/4 NPT opening at least


5 full turns and torque to 20 foot pounds (27 N m).

NOTE: See ! CAUTION regarding NPT threads

on outline drawing below.

OUTLINE DRAWING

 ! CAUTION:
Do not use any
anti-sieze, thread
locking compound
or lubricants on
 ! CAUTION:
Do not apply
more than 25 inch
pounds (2.82 N m)
of torque to the
the NPT threads terminals

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TEL: (508) 881-2000 FAX: (508) 881-6729
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These instructions do not purport to cover all the details or variations in the equipment
described, nor do they provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection with
installation, operation and maintenance. All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise which are not covered
sufficiently for the purchasers purposes, the matter should be referred to KIDDE-FENWAL,
Inc., Ashland, Massachusetts.

2004 Kidde-Fenwal Inc. Printed in U.S.A. P/N REV 9/17/04

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