Maintenance
In order to ensure that the system can continue to ope
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rate normally it must be maintained with regular testing
by the user and periodic maintenance by the installer in
accordance with local laws.
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For the maintenance of other devices such as de
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tectors, modules, etc. follow the dedicated instruc
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tions for the devices.
The following operations must be carried out regularly.
A Using a damp cloth (DO NOT USE SOLVENTS OF
ANY KIND), remove dust from the Control panel cabi
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net.
B
Using the Lamp Test key, check that the LEDs and
buzzer are functioning properly.
C Ensure that the batteries are sufficiently charged and
functioning properly. If not, replace them immediately.
D Ensure that all cables and connections are intact.
E Ensure that there are no unrelated objects inside the
Control panel case.
F Ensure that the control panel is capable of proces-
sing a fire alarm and operating the relevant sounders
and/or outputs in consequence of this alarm. If there is a
facility for transmission of fire alarm signals to a Central
Station, it should also be ensured that the signal is cor-
rectly received.
G Also verify the actual functionality of the circuit for the
detection of earth fault. The procedure is as follows:
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connect one of the SH terminals of the loop to the
ground;
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verify that the fault is reported correctly by the Fire
Panel;
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remove the connection previously made.
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Points A and B may be carried out by users.
Points C, D, E, F and G must be carried out by qua
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lified persons only.
28 Addressable Fire Panel FC501
RS-232 Female Connector
Solder Side
1
4
5
2
3
PC-LINK Cable
4way
MTA Connector
PC LINK
ADD ON
SH
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LOOP1
LCD
Fire panel
B