Viking ADA Compliant Red Elevator Phone with Dialer and Voice Announcer - K-1600-EHFA

Viking Electronics K-1600-EHFA ADA Compliant Elevator Emergency Phone with Auto-Dialer and Voice Announcer

Overview

The Viking Electronics K-1600-EHFA is a surface-mount elevator emergency phone built to satisfy ADA requirements in commercial elevator installations. It combines a 5-number auto-dialer, a 16-second voice announcer, and an IP66-rated red steel enclosure into a single telephone-line-powered unit — no separate power supply required. If you're specifying emergency communication for a mid-rise or high-rise elevator cab, the K-1600-EHFA delivers the core functionality the code requires in a compact 5.25" x 4.0" x 2.0" footprint. Browse the full Viking Electronics emergency phone line or compare options in the elevator and emergency phone category.

Key Features

• Telephone Line Powered (24V DC / 20mA minimum): The K-1600-EHFA draws power directly from the telephone line — no 120V outlet, no separate transformer to wire in the cab. This simplifies installation significantly in existing elevator shafts where adding a power circuit is expensive or code-restricted.
• 5 Emergency + 3 Non-Emergency Auto-Dial Numbers: Eight stored numbers give facilities managers the flexibility to reach a monitoring center, building security, and on-call maintenance without additional hardware. Emergency numbers prioritize automatically on activation.
• 16-Second Voice Announcer: A programmable 16-second message plays when the call connects — useful for announcing building name, elevator location, or ADA-required identification without relying on a live attendant to answer. Critical for unmanned monitoring setups.
• IP66 Ingress Protection: Rated IP66, this unit withstands direct water jets and dust intrusion — appropriate for elevator pits, machine room installations, or covered outdoor elevator applications where moisture is a factor. Not rated for full submersion.
• -15°F to 130°F Operating Range: The wide thermal range covers unheated machine rooms and glass-enclosed exterior elevators in most North American climates. Humidity tolerance extends to 95% non-condensing standard and up to 100% in EWP (Extreme Weather Protection) mode.
• 0.062" Thick Steel Enclosure, Red Powder Coat: The heavy-gauge steel housing with red powder paint finish meets the visual identification requirement for emergency phones. The enclosure resists physical abuse in high-traffic cab environments better than plastic alternatives.
• Gel-Filled Butt Connectors: Connections are made with gel-filled butt connectors — moisture-sealed terminations that eliminate the corrosion failures common in elevator shaft environments over time.

Integration and Compatibility

The K-1600-EHFA connects to a standard analog telephone line (POTS or compatible analog port on a VoIP gateway). It requires a minimum 24V DC talk battery and 20mA loop current — verify your analog line source meets these minimums before installation. For ADA compliance verification, consult your local elevator code authority and confirm the voice announcer message satisfies jurisdictional requirements. Pair with a PoE switch if integrating with a VoIP-to-POTS gateway in a modern IP infrastructure, or review our emergency communication planning guide for system architecture considerations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the K-1600-EHFA require a separate power supply?

A: No. The K-1600-EHFA is telephone line powered, requiring a minimum 24V DC talk battery and 20mA loop current from the connected phone line. No separate power supply or 120V circuit is needed in the elevator cab.

Q: How many phone numbers can the K-1600-EHFA store?

A: The unit stores 5 emergency numbers and 3 non-emergency numbers, for a total of 8 programmable auto-dial destinations.

Q: What is the voice announcer recording length on the K-1600-EHFA?

A: The voice announcer supports up to 16 seconds of recorded audio, which plays automatically when a call connects.

Q: Is the K-1600-EHFA suitable for outdoor or wet elevator applications?

A: Yes. The IP66 rating means the enclosure withstands direct water jets and dust. For fully outdoor or extreme weather applications, the EWP (Extreme Weather Protection) specification allows humidity up to 100%, and the operating temperature range of -15°F to 130°F covers most North American outdoor conditions.

Q: What type of analog line does the K-1600-EHFA require?

A: The K-1600-EHFA connects to a standard analog telephone line. The line must supply a minimum of 24V DC talk battery and 20mA loop current. VoIP-to-POTS adapters that meet these electrical specs are compatible.

Q: What are the physical dimensions of the K-1600-EHFA?

A: The unit measures 5.25" x 4.0" x 2.0" (133mm x 102mm x 51mm) and ships at 2.5 lbs.

Jerry Tildsen

The K-1600-EHFA gets specified frequently because it solves the ADA elevator phone requirement without adding complexity to the mechanical room. The telephone-line-powered design — 24V DC minimum, 20mA loop current — means the entire unit is self-contained on the phone circuit. I've seen installations where the contractor assumed a powered unit and had no outlet in the cab; K-1600-EHFA avoids that problem entirely.

Technical Highlights:

• IP66 + EWP Humidity: The standard IP66 rating handles rain and wash-down conditions; the EWP spec's 100% humidity tolerance is the one to cite when the AHJ asks about glass-enclosed outdoor elevator applications or vestibule installs exposed to condensation.
• 16-Second Voice Announcer: Sixteen seconds is enough for building name, elevator number, and a callback instruction — the three things a monitoring center needs to dispatch. Don't waste it on boilerplate; record specific location data that actually speeds response.
• 0.062" Steel / Red Powder Coat: The gauge matters in elevator cabs — thinner enclosures get dented by equipment carts. The red finish satisfies the visual identification requirement without a separate placard in most jurisdictions.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify your analog line source delivers at least 24V DC talk battery and 20mA loop current before roughing in the wiring — short loop lengths in modern VoIP gateways can drop below the 20mA threshold under load.
• The unit measures 5.25" x 4.0" x 2.0", so confirm panel cutout and ADA mounting height compliance (centerline at 48" AFF per ASME A17.1 is the common reference) before ordering — surface mount only, no flush option on this model.

For mid-rise commercial properties running unmanned monitoring contracts, the K-1600-EHFA's combination of 5-number auto-dial sequencing and the 16-second recorded location announcement handles the handoff to the monitoring center without a live building attendant — which is exactly the scenario this unit is built for.