HCA Series Installation Manual
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V2.15
3. Control Panel Installation
Important, please read before proceeding!
The equipment described in this manual is listed by ETL TESTING LABORATORIES for use in fire alarm
signaling systems, only when installed in accordance with this manual and the latest National Fire
Protection Association Standards NFPA 72; the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70); the Life Safety Code
(NFPA 101); and/or the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ). It is possible to apply system components
incorrectly or arrange system components and installation wiring so that required life safety functions are
NOT performed. As a result, lives may be lost.
To minimize this possibility:
DO NOT deviate from any installation instructions contained in this manual.
DO NOT assume any installation details not shown in this manual.
DO NOT alter any mechanical or electrical features of the equipment supplied
BE FAMILIAR with the building code, fire prevention code, and/or requirements of the Authority Having
Jurisdiction (AHJ) in the locale of the installation.
!Caution!
Under normal and fault conditions, AC line voltages may be present on any terminal. Touching any
component could be hazardous and result in loss of life. A short circuit can result in arcing that could cause
molten metal injuries to testing personal. To minimize this possibility, only qualified electrical technicians
familiar with electrical hazards should perform these checkout procedures. Safety glasses should be worn
by such personnel, and instruments used for voltage measurement should be designed for the purpose and
should be in good mechanical and working order.
If there is application or installation information that is not clear or not covered in this manual, please contact
us
at:
Hochiki
America
Corp.
Technical
Support,
1-800-845-6692
or
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3.1 Agency Requirements
The PANEL is listed by ETL TESTING LABORATORIES to UL 864 9
th
edition as a FACP control unit for
use in NFPA 72 systems.
3.2 Requirements for All Installations
General requirements are described in this section. When installing an individual device, refer to the
specific section of the manual for additional requirements.
All field wiring must be installed in accordance with NFPA 70 National Electric Code.
Use UL listed smoke detectors and notification appliances compatible with the PANEL from those
specified in Section 7 of this manual.
A full system checkout must be performed every time the panel is programmed.
The HCA series of conventional fire alarm control panels are designed in accordance UL864 9
th
Edition,
Control Units and Accessories for Fire Alarm Systems
.
