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WES
3
Installation and Operations Manual V2.0 Ramtech Electronics Limited 2020
A basic system is made up of a minimum of three WES
3
units, at least
one being a WES
3
CONNECT or Base Station (depending on what you
have ordered). Call Points are essential to all systems if an audible
evacuation alarm is required on site.
Health and Safety
As with all site practices, working safely must be a priority when
installing the WES
3
system. It is important to observe appropriate
health and safety legislation on site, including national regulatory
obligations, as well as any local site- or client-specific requirements.
Prior to installation of WES
3
equipment, an appropriate risk
assessment must be carried out and all reasonable efforts to remove
risk put in place. The following notes are intended as general guidance
only. Consideration must be given to design criteria, site conditions and
other trades operating in the area during installation.
Prolonged or repeated exposure to loud noise such as fire alarm
sirens may potentially lead to hearing damage. Ensure that protective
measures are taken that are appropriate to the exposure levels
expected on site.
WES
3
units are not ATEX rated and have not been tested for use in
explosive atmospheres. WES
3
is not recommended for use in ATEX
applications.
Manual Handling, Storage and
Transportation
Whilst WES
3
units are lightweight and designed to be easily handled
on-site, it is important that appropriate manual handling practices are
followed. Particular care should be taken when carrying units at height
or when ascending/descending elevated platforms, scaffolding or
ladders.
Units are normaly stored and transported in boxes of 8. Refer to
Product Datasheets for full details of unit weights. Unopened boxes
should be stacked no more than 10 high, on a solid, stable surface.
Individual unboxed units should not be stacked on top of one another.
To avoid damage or injury during transit, ensure units are packaged
securely and restricted from moving around.
Service and Maintenance
Under normal conditions, WES
3
units will function for up to three years
with the need for routine maintenance. A full range of servicing options
are available for aged units. Contact WES Customer Support for
details.
Basic System Setup
WES
3
units are classed as a ‘Service Access Area’ under EN 60950-1.
It is essential that testing, repairs and servicing are carried out by
WES
3
Engineers or approved, qualified partners. Modifying any part
of the unit can prevent correct functionality, even if the unit appears to
be working.
Battery Replacement
The battery pack within WES is not intended to be user replaced.
When your device signals low battery condition (see page 14, LED
indication), please contact Ramtech or your Distributor to discuss
battery replacement.
Damaged Units
Should a unit be dropped or impacted during installation, operation or
decommissioning, it should be inspected for signs of damage. Even if
no external damage is visible, the internal components may have been
affected. Test the unit for operation and if in doubt, remove the unit
from the network and contact WES Customer Support.
Installation Procedure
WES
3
units are only compatible with other WES
3
units. It is not possible
to create a network using other versions of the WES product e.g.
WES1 or WES
+
. Ensure that all units intended to be used on site are
the WES
3
units.
Installing WES
3
on your site is easy. You will need to activate each unit
and add the units to the group so that they can communicate with each
other.
