Chapter 1: Introduction
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About this manual
This manual provides information on how to install, program, and operate a VM-1 life safety control panel. It is
organized as follows:
Chapter 1, Introduction: Provides information about this manual and other related documentation.
Chapter 2, Product description: Provides technical descriptions of the control panel and its operation. It also
provides descriptions of the command menus.
Chapter 3, Operating instructions: Provides instructions for operating the fire alarm system from the control
panel user interface. It is intended for those who might be expected to operate the control panel in a fire alarm
emergency.
Chapter 4, Supplementary applications: Provides technical descriptions of supplementary applications that can
expand system capabilities.
Chapter 5, Installation: Provides installation information for system components and applications. It is intended
for those trained and authorized to maintain the fire alarm system.
Chapter 6, Preventive maintenance and testing: Provides maintenance schedules and testing procedures for
fire alarm system. It is intended for those trained and authorized to maintain the fire alarm system.
Chapter 7, Service and troubleshooting: Provides instructions for servicing and troubleshooting the fire alarm
system. It is intended for those trained and authorized to maintain the fire alarm system.
Appendix A, System calculations: Provides worksheets for sizing standby batteries, and for calculating the
maximum wire lengths for notification appliance circuits and intelligent addressable loops.
Appendix B, Addresses: Provides a comprehensive list of addresses to use as a general reference.
Appendix C, Programming options: Summarizes the operation of the system.
Intended audience
The intent of this document is to provide trained and authorized personnel with technical, operational, service, and
maintenance information.
Fire alarm system limitations
The purpose of an automatic fire alarm system is to provide early detection and warning of a developing fire.
There are a number of uncontrollable factors that can prevent or severely limit the ability of an automatic fire
alarm system to provide adequate protection. As such, an automatic fire alarm system cannot guarantee against
loss of life or loss of property.
Two main causes of system failures are improper installation and poor maintenance. The best way to minimize
these types of system failures is to have only trained fire alarm system professionals design, install, test, and
maintain your fire alarm system in accordance with national and local fire codes.
Fire alarm systems will not operate without electrical power. As fires frequently cause power interruption, we
suggest that you discuss ways to safeguard the electrical system with your local fire protection specialist.
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