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Fig. 41 — Typical Smoke Detector System Wiring
SENSOR AND CONTROLLER TESTS
Sensor Alarm Test
The sensor alarm test checks a sensor’s ability to signal an 
alarm state. This test requires use of a field provided SD-MAG 
test magnet.
SENSOR ALARM TEST PROCEDURE
1. Hold the test magnet where indicated on the side of the 
sensor housing for seven seconds.
2. Verify that the sensor’s Alarm LED turns on.
3. Reset the sensor by holding the test magnet against the 
sensor housing for two seconds.
4. Verify that the sensor’s Alarm LED turns off.
Controller Alarm Test
The controller alarm test checks the controller’s ability to initiate 
and indicate an alarm state.
Controller Alarm Test Procedure
1. Press the controller’s test/reset switch for seven seconds.
2. Verify that the controller’s Alarm LED turns on.
3. Reset the sensor by pressing the test/reset switch for two 
seconds.
4. Verify that the controller’s Alarm LED turns off.
Dirty Controller Test
The dirty controller test checks the controller’s ability to initiate a 
dirty sensor test and indicate its results.
IMPORTANT: Failure to follow this ALERT can result in 
an unnecessary evacuation of the facility.
This test places the duct detector into the alarm state. Unless 
part of the test, disconnect all auxiliary equipment from the 
controller before performing the test. If the duct detector is 
connected to a fire alarm system, notify the proper authorities 
before performing the test.
IMPORTANT: Failure to follow this ALERT can result in 
an unnecessary evacuation of the facility.
This test places the duct detector into the alarm state. Unless 
part of the test, disconnect all auxiliary equipment from the 
controller before performing the test. If the duct detector is 
connected to a fire alarm system, notify the proper authorities 
before performing the test.