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FCI FC-72 Series User Manual

FCI FC-72 Series
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FC-72 SERIES
FIRE ALARM SYSTEM
INSTRUCTION/OPERATING MANUAL
Copyright © 1988 Part Number: 9000-0007
Published in the U.S.A. Version 5.1
All rights reserved
Serial Number____________________
301 2nd Ave. Waltham, MA 02451-1133 USA TEL: (781) 487-0088 FAX: (781) 370-4132
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FCI FC-72 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFCI
ModelFC-72 Series
CategoryFire Alarms
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Information

Environmental Considerations

Recommended operating temperature and humidity limits for the equipment.

Installation Considerations

Wiring Considerations

Guidelines for proper wiring practices, including power limitations and grounding.

Other Considerations

EMC testing and system reacceptance test requirements.

System Limitations and Warnings

Fire Alarm System Limitations

Describes the inherent limitations and potential failure points of fire alarm systems.

Cautionary Notes

Emphasizes ongoing maintenance and immediate repair for system failures.

BMFC-6 Diode Matrix Configuration

Mini Jumper Matrix

Details jumper positions and their functions for the BMFC/ZMC.

BMFC-6 Test Points

Test Point Instructions

How to use a voltmeter to check specific test points for troubleshooting.

Functional Switches and Fault Detection

BMFC and Zone Module Switches

Explains the operation of switches on BMFC and zone modules.

Ground and Short Circuit Detection

Procedures for identifying and locating ground and short circuit faults.

Jumpers and Municipal Box Connection

Jumpers and Jumper Matrix

Lists jumper functions and matrix configurations for the BMFC.

Municipal Box Connection

Details connection and troubleshooting for the municipal box interface.

Auxiliary Outputs and Presignaling

Auxiliary Alarm Outputs

Details output parameters for auxiliary alarm outputs.

Presignal Feature Configuration

Steps to configure the system for presignaling operation.

Notification Appliance Circuits

Circuit Overview and Modules

Describes NAC circuits, their capabilities, and available modules.

Class A, Style Z Wiring

Detailed wiring instructions for Class A, Style Z NAC Circuit 1.

Notification Appliance Circuit Wiring and Troubleshooting

Class B, Style Y Wiring

Instructions for Class B, Style Y wiring for NAC circuits.

Circuit Fault Identification

Lists common problems, causes, and actions for NAC circuit issues.

Wiring Estimator and Dry Contacts

Notification Appliance Circuit Wiring Estimator

Guide to determining required wire size using the provided chart.

Alarm and Trouble Dry Contacts

Details common alarm and trouble dry contacts and their relays.

Remote Indicators and Grounding

Remote Trouble Indicator Connection

How to connect and use the optional 3-wire remote trouble indicator.

Earth Ground Connection

Importance and method for connecting earth ground per NEC.

Detector Outputs and ZDM Module

Smoke Detector Output

Details the output for 4-wire smoke detectors and limitations.

Zone Detector Module (ZDM)

Information on ZDM, its features, and compatibility.

ZDM Configuration and ZDM-D Module

ZDM Configuration and Operation

ZDM settings for coded operation and waterflow detection.

Double Density Zone Detector Module (ZDM-D)

Details ZDM-D features, wiring, and jumper settings.

ZDM Troubleshooting and VZM Module

ZDM Trouble Shooting

Steps to diagnose and resolve "Zone Trouble" LED indications.

Verification Zone Detector Module (VZM)

Explains VZM functionality, including its verification time cycle.

VZM and ZDM-D Configuration

VZM Operation and Configuration

VZM settings for coded operation and waterflow detection.

ZDM-D Jumper Configuration

Specific jumper settings required for ZDM-D on BMFC/ZMC.

ZDM-D Operation and Sprinkler Service

ZDM-D Coded Operation and Waterflow

ZDM-D settings for coded operation and waterflow detection.

Sprinkler Supervisory Service

Procedure for using ZDM for sprinkler supervisory service.

Zone Annunciation and Accessory Outputs

Remote Zone Annunciation (ZDM/VZM)

How to connect remote zone annunciators to ZDM or VZM.

Accessory Zone Signal Output

Details alarm and trouble zone signal outputs.

Battery, Power Supply, and Troubleshooting

Stand-By Battery Connections

Requirements for connecting sealed lead calcium rechargeable batteries.

Locating a Trouble

How trouble LEDs identify circuit issues and component failures.

Battery Standby Calculation

Battery Standby Calculation Chart

Chart to calculate required battery capacity based on current draw and hours.

Central Station Transmitter Connections

Potter ATTE-B Transmitter Connection

Wiring diagram for connecting the Potter ATTE-B transmitter.

Versus STU Units Connection

Wiring diagram for connecting Versus STU units.

Central Station and Proprietary System Connections

Keltron DMP-703/704 Connection

Wiring diagram for connecting Keltron DMP-703/704.

Proprietary System Connections

Configuration for waterflow and supervisory connections.

Approved Smoke Detectors and PSD/CPD Series

FCI Approved Smoke Detectors

Details requirements for FCI approved, U.L. listed smoke detectors.

PSD/CPD Series Detectors

Information on PSD/CPD detector base options and compatibility.

Detector Wiring Diagrams

2-Wire Detector Base Wiring Options

Wiring diagrams for various 2-wire detector base configurations.

SBS and Model 301 Smoke Detector Wiring

Model SBS Smoke Detectors Wiring

Typical wiring diagram for Model SBS smoke detectors.

Model 301 Smoke Detectors Wiring

Typical wiring diagram for Model 301 smoke detectors.

System Notes and References

Jumper, Relay, and Diode Notes

Detailed explanations of jumpers, relays, and diode jumper positions.