Chapter 6: Preventive maintenance and testing
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Test Test methods
Annual 1. Activate the detector. Verify that the detector’s
red LED flashes and the control panel displays
an alarm message that correctly identifies the
detector.
2. If the detector is installed in a relay base, verify
the correct operation of the relay.
3. Run a Device Maintenance Report on all the
smoke detectors in the system. Verify that all
sensitivity levels fall within acceptable limits.
Keep a printed copy for your records.
Visual inspection 1. Verify that the detector’s green LED flashes.
2. Inspect the equipment for any visible signs of
damage or other changes that may adversely
affect performance. Clean if necessary.
Initial and
Reacceptance
Caution: Directing heated air at a single point may
permanently damage the heat detector. Wave the
hair blower slowly back and forth approximately 1 in.
from the heat entry slots.
1. Remove the detector from its base. Verify that
the control panel displays a trouble message
that correctly identifies the detector.
2. Activate the detector using a commercial grade
(1200 to 1500 W) hair blower. Verify that the
detector’s red LED
flashes and the control panel
displays an alarm message that correctly
identifies the detector.
3. If the detector is installed in a relay base, verify
the correct operation of the relay.
Annual Caution: Directing heated air at a single point may
permanently damage the heat detector. Wave the
hair blower slowly back and forth approximately 1 in.
from the heat entry slots.
1. Activate the detector using a commercial grade
(1200 to 1500 W) hair blower. Verify that the
detector’s red LED
flashes and the control panel
displays an alarm message that correctly
identifies the detector.
2. If the detector is installed in a relay base, verify
the correct operation of the relay.
Visual inspection Inspect the equipment for any visible signs of
damage or other changes that may adversely affect
performance.
Initial and
Reacceptance
Activate the equipment. Make sure the control panel
correctly identifies the device.
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