User manual | 42004-056E

Pub. 42004-056E
GAI-TRONICS® CORPORATION
A HUBBELL COMPANY
Div. 2 Hazardous Area Speaker Assembly
Using Model 13314 Driver
Confidentiality Notice
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retains all intellectual property and other rights in or to the information contained herein, and such
information may only be used in connection with the operation of your GAI-Tronics product or system.
This manual may not be disclosed in any form, in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, to any third party.
Introduction
GAI-Tronics 13314 Series drivers are supplied in two models: the
Model 13314-001 is an 8-ohm configuration and the Model 13314-002
is a 16-ohm configuration.
Both models are constructed of black glass and fiber-reinforced
polyester thermoplastic and have a rain-tight construction. They are
built to withstand harsh industrial environments and are approved for
installation in hazardous areas.
Mounting Instructions
A typical installation of a 13314 Series driver with an associated horn
and mounting assembly is shown in Figure 2. The installation of these
speaker assemblies must conform with regulations governing electrical
equipment for hazardous locations and with provisions of the National
Electrical Code.
Figure 1.
WARNING
No alterations may be made to these driver units.
Wiring Instructions
Field wiring to the driver must be made using the attached three-conductor type SO cord. Connect these
wires as follows:
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•
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Green: earth ground
Black: amplifier + terminal
White: amplifier - terminal
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Figure 2. Typical Installation of 13314 Series Driver
Specifications
Power capacity ................................................................................................. 30 watts continuous power
Impedance .................................................................................................................. 8 ohms (13314-001)
16 ohms (13314-002)
Frequency response....................................................................................400-4500 Hz (depends on horn)
Horn attachment .....................................................................................Standard 1.375-18 UNEF threads
Connections ............................................................42-inch extra hard usage flexible cord (Type SO, 18/3)
Approvals................................................... UL Listed for Class I, Div. 2 Groups A, B, C, and D; Class II
Div. 2 Groups F and G; Class III Div. 2
Weatherproof rating......................................................................................................................Type 4X
CAUTION
Installation must be in accordance with National Electrical Code for the appropriate hazardous area
classification.
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Warranty
Equipment.
GAI-Tronics warrants for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment, that any
GAI-Tronics equipment supplied hereunder shall be free of defects in material and workmanship, shall
comply with the then-current product specifications and product literature, and if applicable, shall be fit
for the purpose specified in the agreed-upon quotation or proposal document. If (a) Seller’s goods prove
to be defective in workmanship and/or material under normal and proper usage, or unfit for the purpose
specified and agreed upon, and (b) Buyer’s claim is made within the warranty period set forth above,
Buyer may return such goods to GAI-Tronics’ nearest depot repair facility, freight prepaid, at which time
they will be repaired or replaced, at Seller’s option, without charge to Buyer. Repair or replacement shall
be Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy. The warranty period on any repaired or replacement equipment
shall be the greater of the ninety (90) day repair warranty or one (1) year from the date the original
equipment was shipped. In no event shall GAI-Tronics warranty obligations with respect to equipment
exceed 100% of the total cost of the equipment supplied hereunder. Buyer may also be entitled to the
manufacturer’s warranty on any third-party goods supplied by GAI-Tronics hereunder. The applicability
of any such third-party warranty will be determined by GAI-Tronics.
Services.
Any services GAI-Tronics provides hereunder, whether directly or through subcontractors,
shall be performed in accordance with the standard of care with which such services are normally
provided in the industry. If the services fail to meet the applicable industry standard, GAI-Tronics will
re-perform such services at no cost to buyer to correct said deficiency to Company's satisfaction provided
any and all issues are identified prior to the demobilization of the Contractor’s personnel from the work
site. Re-performance of services shall be Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy, and in no event shall GAITronics warranty obligations with respect to services exceed 100% of the total cost of the services
provided hereunder.
Warranty Periods.
Every claim by Buyer alleging a defect in the goods and/or services provided
hereunder shall be deemed waived unless such claim is made in writing within the applicable warranty
periods as set forth above. Provided, however, that if the defect complained of is latent and not
discoverable within the above warranty periods, every claim arising on account of such latent defect shall
be deemed waived unless it is made in writing within a reasonable time after such latent defect is or
should have been discovered by Buyer.
Limitations / Exclusions.
The warranties herein shall not apply to, and GAI-Tronics shall not be
responsible for, any damage to the goods or failure of the services supplied hereunder, to the extent
caused by Buyer’s neglect, failure to follow operational and maintenance procedures provided with the
equipment, or the use of technicians not specifically authorized by GAI-Tronics to maintain or service the
equipment. THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE IN LIEU OF AND
EXCLUDE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED BY
OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Return Policy
If the equipment requires service, contact your Regional Service Center for a return authorization number
(RA#). Equipment should be shipped prepaid to GAI-Tronics with a return authorization number and a
purchase order number. If the equipment is under warranty, repairs or a replacement will be made in
accordance with the warranty policy set forth above. Please include a written explanation of all defects to
assist our technicians in their troubleshooting efforts.
Call 800-492-1212 (inside the USA) or 610-777-1374 (outside the USA) for help identifying the
Regional Service Center closest to you.
(Rev. 10/06)

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