Installing the Panel
Read all the installation instructions before commencing with the installation.
Installation of this panel must be done by a suitably qualified/trained person. The installation must
comply with IEE wiring regulations and with BS5839 part 1 1988.
The electronic components within the Fire Panel are Static Sensitive. Do not touch the electronic
components directly.
1.
Remove the front cover.
2.
Fix the metal back box to the wall using the 3 fixing holes. No 8 screws (or similar size) are
recommended.
3.
Interface cables may be connected into the panel either via the back cable entry slot or through
the top cable entries, fit the plastic blanking plugs to any unused holes.
4.
The mains supply should be exclusive to the panel and double pole isolating switch should be
provided and clearly labeled 'FIRE SYSTEM- DO NOT SWITCH OFF.' (See BS5839 part 1 1988)
Mains cable should only enter the panel via the top or bottom left cable entries.
5.
Connect the mains cable to the Mains input terminal block. Connect Earth to the terminal marked
(E), Neutral to the terminal marked (N) and Live to the terminal marked (L). DO NOT TURN ON
THE MAINS SUPPLY TO THE PANEL.
6.
Connect the battery connectors to the battery. Connect the RED wire to the battery terminal
marked RED (+). Connect the BLACK wire to the battery terminal marked BLACK (-). Ensure the
wires are routed away from the switches.
7.
When power is first supplied, the Panel Buzzer will sound and all the LED Indicators will light for
approximately 2 seconds. Only the green power LED should be ON. After a few seconds the
Fault and Power fault LED's will flash and the buzzer will beep to indicate no mains is present on
the panel. (Other fault Indicators may be flashing at this stage). If the System Fault LED is lit and
the buzzer is on continuously, remove the (+) battery connection and follow step (6) again.
8.
Connect the front cover to the panel by locating the bottom clips in their slots and fixing the anti-
tamper screw located on top of the panel. CAUTION ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD :- BEFORE
TURNING ON THE MAINS SUPPLY THE PANEL COVER MUST BE FITTED.
9.
Turn on the mains supply to the panel. The Power fault Indication should stop after a few
seconds.
10. Carry out testing of the system.
11. Manual call points should be individually tested for correct operation.
12. Each detector should be tested.
13. If any Auxiliary outputs are used or the Class Change input is used these should also be tested
for correct operation.
14. Check all alarm devices work correctly.
15. Details of the Fire Alarm installation should be made in this Instruction Booklet (page 2).
16. Fill in the zone Identification Label and display clearly on or next to the panel.
17. Pass all the documentation over to the end user.
Maintenance should be carried out at regular intervals. Daily, Weekly, Quarterly and Yearly tests
should be carried out. Detailed below is a summary of the Daily and Weekly tests. For full details of
all the tests please refer to BS5839 Part 1 1988.
Daily attention by the user
•
The panel indicates normal operation. If a fault is displayed it should be recorded in the log book
and reported to the service organisation.
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That any faults from the previous day have received attention.
Weekly attention by the user
•
At least one detector or call point per week is operated for correct operation, choosing a different
zone each week. The Panel should register this fire signal and the alarms and any ancillary
equipment should operate
•
The Panel indication should be checked by pressing 'Lamptest/Exit' (key3) while in the
supervisor mode.
•
Any defects should be recorded in the log book and corrective action taken as soon as possible.
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ROUTINE TESTING