2 | FCP-500 Conventional Flush-mount Smoke Detectors
CO sensor (C models only)
Note
The CO sensor is for detection enhancement
only. It is not a CO detector and cannot
activate an alarm in the presence of CO only.
Without the presence of CO, the smoke sensor is half as
sensitive to smoke as a standard commercial
photoelectric smoke detector. This reduces false
alarms. When the sensor detects CO, the detection
chamber's sensitivity to smoke increases so it is equal
to that of a standard commercial photoelectric smoke
chamber.
The CO sensor is monitored by measuring the current
generated by CO oxidation on an electrode. If the
current lies outside the permitted range, the trouble
relay activates. If this occurs, the detector continues to
operate only as a scattered light detector.
Contamination Sensor (all models)
The degree of contamination on the detector surface is
continually measured by the contamination sensor.
Heavy contamination of the detector surface causes a
fault indication.
Additional Performance Features
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A clearly visible two-color LED indicates various
operating states:
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A green LED flashes every 8 seconds when the
detector has power and the smoke sampling
circuitry is working.
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A green double flash every 8 seconds indicates a
trouble.
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A green flash every second indicates that the
detector is in test mode. This test mode, that
checks the physical function of the optical sensor
and the CO sensor, starts by activating the
detectors dry reed contact with a magnet for at
least 2 sec but not more than 4 sec.
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Perform an electrical function test by activating the
dry reed contact for more than 10 sec. The detector
activates an alarm and the LED turns red.
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An external alarm LED indicator can be connected.
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The innovative detector lock operates on a click and
lock principle to provide fast and simple insertion and
replacement of the detector. Use the specially
developed FAA-500-RTL Removal Tool, especially for
high mounting heights.
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Convenient detector testing is available with the
FAA-500-TTL Test Adapter with Magnet.
Certifications and Approvals
Listings and
Approvals:
UL URRQ: Smoke - Automatic Fire Detectors (UL268)
CSFM 7272-1615: 221
NYC/MEA (117-05-4, Vol. 2)
Installation/Configuration Notes
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Refer to the FCP-500 Series Installation Guide (P/
N: 610F.01U.000.626) for detailed instructions.
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Compatible with all UL Listed four-wire control
panels. Refer to the manufacturer's installation
instructions for proper EOL resistor selection. The
EOL resistor can be connected to terminals in the
FCA-500-E base
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Install the detectors exclusively in the FCA-500 or
FCA-500-E bases provided. In addition, install the
detector base in an FAA-500-BB-UL ceiling-mount
back box.
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Do not use FCP-500 detectors outdoors.
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Maintain an unobstructed hemispherical space with a
radius of 1.6 ft (49 cm) below the detector.
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Ensure that people, larger animals, plants, or other
objects do not intrude into this hemispherical area
and that no parts of the detector surface become
covered.
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Install the detector in a position which is out of arm's
reach. A minimum mounting height of 8.8 ft (2.7 m) is
recommended.
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Do not install FCP500 detectors in rooms where data
is transmitted by means of high-intensity infra-red
light (such as rooms with IR systems for interpreters).
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Do not mount the detectors in direct sunlight.
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Maintain a minimum distance of 1.6 ft (49 cm) from
lamps. Do not mount the detectors in a cone of light
from lamps.
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Consult NFPA 72 for proper detector placement. Use
the specifications of a standard spot smoke detector.
A half-inch conduit connector can be mounted to the
back box.
