Chapter 2: Installation
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Concord 4 Installation Manual
Installation overview
Before starting the installation, plan your system layout and programming using the
worksheets provided in Appendix A “System planning sheets” on page 111.
Note:
Class 2, Class 3, and power-limited fire alarm circuits must be installed using
FPL, FPLR, FPLP, or substitute cable permitted by the National Electrical Code
ANSI/NFPA 70 or Class 2, Class 3, and power-limited fire alarm circuit conductors
must be installed as Class 1 or higher circuits.
Note:
Class 2, Class 3, and power-limited burglar alarm circuits must be installed
using CL2, CL2R, CL2P, or substituting cable permitted by ANSI/NFPA 70. Wire that
extends beyond the cable jacket must be separated from all other conductors by a
minimum of 0.25 in. or by a nonconductive barrier.
Use the following installation guidelines:
• Centrally locate the panel with relation to detection devices whenever possible, to
help reduce wire run lengths and labor.
• Locate the panel where the temperature will not exceed 120°F (49°C) or fall below
32°F (0°C).
• Avoid running wires parallel with electrical wiring or fixtures such as fluorescent
lighting, to prevent wire runs from picking up electrical noise.
• Mount the panel at a comfortable working height (about 45 to 55 in. from the floor
to the bottom of the panel, as shown in Figure 1 on page 7).
• Leave space to the left and right of the panel for wiring, phone jack, and mounting
optional modules. Allow at least 9 in. (23 cm) above the panel cabinet for
antennas. Allow at least 24 in. (62 cm) in front of the panel to open the panel door.
