Service and troubleshooting   
8.4  EST3 Installation and Service Manual 
Removing or replacing circuit modules 
When removing or replacing circuit modules, always remember 
to: 
1.  First disconnect the battery then remove AC power. 
Removing or replacing circuit modules when power is 
applied will damage the equipment. 
2.  Avoid applying excessive force to the snap-rivet fasteners 
that lock the plug-in modules in place. If needed, use the 
extraction tool provided in the hardware kit. 
Recommended spares list 
As a general guideline, 10% of the quantity installed or a 
minimum of 1 each of the following installed equipment should be 
available as spare: 
• Power supply 
• Local rail modules 
•  Amplifiers (if no backup installed in system) 
• Printer ribbon 
As a general guideline, 10% of the quantity installed or a 
minimum of 3 each of the following installed equipment should be 
available as spare: 
• Monitor modules 
• Control modules 
• Heat detectors 
•  Ionization smoke detectors 
•  Photoelectric smoke detectors 
• Base, detector 
•  Duct detector filter kits 
•  Breakglass replacement for pull stations 
•  Breakglass replacement for warden stations 
•  Horn, bell, strobe, and speaker 
System batteries should be replaced at recommended intervals. 
Stocking of spare batteries is not recommended because of 
shelf-life limitations.