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The HM-RHSE operates as an EN 54-5 Class A1R thermal detector, utilizing an internal thermistor and microprocessor to signal alarms if temperature rises by 10°C per minute or crosses a fixed 58°C threshold. It features an ivory PC/ABS housing, dual 360-degree status LEDs, and manual rotary decade address switches.
The Honeywell HM-RHSE is an intelligent addressable heat detector engineered for point thermal fire detection in spaces where airborne particulates, steam, cooking fumes, or ambient dust make optical smoke detection prone to false alarms. Its primary operational and design features include:
- Dual Heat Sensing Profile (Class A1R): Combines dynamic rate-of-rise monitoring (triggering an alarm upon temperature increases exceeding approximately 10°C/minute) with a static fixed thermal threshold alarm at 58°C.
- Enclosure & Aesthetics: Molded from PC/ABS thermoplastic in an ivory finish.
- 360° Visual Status Annunciation: Two integral red LEDs provide omnidirectional viewing of loop polling and active alarm status from any ceiling angle.
- Decimal Addressing: Utilizes two rotary decade switches on the rear of the sensor head for mechanical address configuration (01–99), removing the need for handheld electronic address programmers.
- Built-in Testing: Incorporates a functional magnetic test switch for maintenance verification using an external test magnet.
