September 1, 2006
CS-2506
XAL - 53
Explosion-Proof Pull Station
APPLICATIONS
California
State Fire
Marshal
XAL-53 fire alarm stations are suitable for:
• Hazardous areas due to the presence of flammable
gases or vapors, combustible dusts or easily ignit-
able fibers or flyings.
7150-1439:100
• Installation at petroleum refineries, chemical and pet-
rochemical plants, storage areas, and other process-
ing facilities where hazardous substances are
handled and stored.
E50498
• Areas where emergency control of fire alarm or sig-
nal circuits is required.
CE69
FEATURES
• Enclosure is made of copper-free aluminum alloy.
CSA
• Conduit openings are 3/4" (19.05 mm) NPT feed-
through.
LR31085
• Red, textured powder epoxy paint finish is standard
on box and cover and provides high visibility for alarm
station.
• Universal (1) normally open and (1) normally closed
contact furnished standard.
• Bilingual nameplates included per CSA requirement.
• Internal ground screw is standard.
XAL-53
Pull Ring
• Wiring range is #12 AWG through #24 AWG, solid
or stranded.
OPERATION
XAL-53
Dimensions
The alarm station is activated by lifting the front cover
and pulling down ring. This quick, easy-to-use two-
step process prevents unintentional operation. Opera-
tor is reset by depressing shaft and returning plate to
original position.
HAZARDOUS AREA
CLASSIFICATIONS
• Class I, Divison 1 and 2, Group C and D.
• Class II, Division 1 and 2, Group E, F, and G.
• Class III, Hazardous Locations.
• NEMA 7CD, 9EFG.
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A C
D C
Continuous
Carrying
Amperes
Continuous
Carrying
Amperes
Make
Volts
Break
Amperes
Make
Break
VA
VA
Volts
Amperes
CONTACT BLOCK
RATING
120
240
480
600
60
30
15
12
7200
7200
7200
7200
6.0
3.0
1.5
1.2
720
720
720
720
10
10
10
10
125 1.10
250 0.55
600 0.20
10
10
10
Gamewell-FCI
Specifications and wiring information are provided for information only and are believed
to be accurate. Gamewell-FCI assumes no responsibility for their use.
Data and design are subject to change without notice. Installation and wiring instructions
shipped with the product shall always be used for actual installation.
12 Clintonville Road
Northford, CT 06472-1610
Phone: 203-484-7161
Fax: 203-484-7118
For more information, contact Gamewell-FCI, a Honeywell company.
www.gamewell-fci.com
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