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Fire-Lite MS-4 User Manual

Fire-Lite MS-4
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Fire Alarm Control Panel
MS-2 & MS-4
PN: 51512:B ECN 02-456
Document #51512
08/28/02 Revision:
B

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Fire-Lite MS-4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeConventional Fire Alarm Control Panel
Number of Zones4
Operating Temperature32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C)
Relative Humidity10% to 93% non-condensing
Operating Voltage120 VAC, 60 Hz
NAC Circuits2
Alarm Relay ContactsForm-C, rated 2.0 Amps @ 30 VDC (resistive)
Trouble Relay ContactsForm-C, rated 2.0 Amps @ 30 VDC (resistive)
Dimensions3.5" D

Summary

Fire Alarm System Limitations

Smoke Detector Limitations

Discusses issues with smoke detection, including environmental factors and physical barriers.

Heat Detector Functionality

Explains heat detector operation and limitations, focusing on property protection.

Audible and Visual Warning Devices

Covers issues with audible devices (doors, disability) and visual devices (strobes causing seizures).

System Power and Maintenance

Details reliance on AC power, battery backup, and proper maintenance.

Installation Precautions

General Safety and Handling Warnings

Emphasizes power disconnection, static sensitivity, and proper component handling.

System Testing and Environment

Covers reacceptance testing after changes and environmental considerations.

Grounding and Lightning Protection

Details importance of proper grounding for transient protection.

Regulatory Compliance Notices

Includes FCC and Canadian requirements for radio frequency emissions.

Regulatory Compliance and Standards

Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) Requirements

Highlights the need to understand AHJ requirements and relevant standards.

NFPA and UL Standards

Lists relevant NFPA and Underwriters Laboratories standards for compliance.

Other Applicable Codes

Mentions NEC articles and local building codes.

SECTION 1: Product Description

1.1 Product Features

Overview of the MS-2/MS-4 panel's capabilities, zones, and components.

1.2 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for power, circuits, relays, and components.

1.3 Controls and Indicators

Identifies front panel buttons and status LED indicators.

1.4 Circuits

Describes input/output circuits, piezo sounder, and relays.

1.5 Components

Lists major physical components like the main circuit board and cabinet.

1.6 Optional Modules and Accessories

Details optional modules like CAC-4, 4XTMF, 4XZMF, and accessories.

SECTION 2: Installation

2.1 Backbox Mounting

Instructions and dimensions for mounting the FACP cabinet and battery box.

2.2 Operating Power

Covers AC primary and battery secondary power sources and connections.

2.3 Input Circuits

Explains Initiating Device Circuits (IDCs), their configuration, and compatibility.

2.4 Output Circuits

Details Notification Appliance Circuits (NACs), DC power outputs, and relays.

2.5 Power-limited Wiring Requirements

Specifies rules for separating power-limited and nonpower-limited wiring.

2.6 Installation of Optional Modules

Guides the installation of various optional modules like CAC-4, 4XTMF, etc.

SECTION 3: Program Options via DIP Switch

3.1 DIP Switch Settings

Overview of DIP switch functionality and tables for programming features.

3.1.1 SW1 DIP Switch Settings

Details programming options for SW1 switches, such as Silence Inhibit and Auto-silence.

3.1.2 SW2 DIP Switch Settings

Explains SW2 settings for IDC verification and supervisory functions.

3.1.3 SW3 DIP Switch Settings

Covers SW3 settings for NAC configuration and strobe synchronization.

SECTION 4: Operating Instructions

4.1 Switch Functions in Normal Mode

Describes operation of panel buttons like ACK, Silence, Reset in normal mode.

4.2 Walktest

Explains how to perform audible and silent walktests for system testing.

4.3 Status LEDs

Details the function and meaning of various status LEDs on the panel.

4.4 Operation

Describes the panel's behavior in Normal mode and responses to events.

SECTION 5: Power Supply Calculations

5.1 Overview

Introduces the four-step process for calculating power supply requirements.

5.2 Calculating the AC Branch Circuit

Guides on determining the required AC branch circuit current.

5.3 Calculating the System Current Draw

Provides methods for calculating system current for different conditions.

5.4 Calculating the Battery Size

Explains how to calculate required battery capacity based on standby and alarm loads.

Limited Warranty

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