Kidde VM-1 Technical Reference Manual

Chapter 6: Preventive maintenance and testing
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Component
Frequency Recommended procedure
Supervising station fire alarm
system transmitters
Semiannually Ensure there are no changes that may adversely affect
equipment performance.
Control unit
Annually Inspect the equipment for any visible signs of damage or
other changes that may adversely affect performance.
Fiber optic cable connections
Annually Inspect the cables for any visible signs of damage, loose
connections, or other changes that may adversely affect
performance
Routine maintenance and tests
Perform routine maintenance and tests in accordance with Table 39 on page 113 or more often if required by the
local AHJ. See Table 40 on page 114 for test methods.
Notes
• Before starting testing, notify all areas where the alarm sounds and off premises locations that receive alarm
and trouble transmissions that testing is in progress.
• Keep records of all testing and maintenance on the protected premises for a period of at least five (5) years.
• A complete check of installed field wiring and devices should be made at regular intervals, in accordance with
NFPA 72 and ULC-524 requirements. This includes testing all alarm and supervisory alarm initiating devices
and circuits, and any off premise connections.
• Panel operation should be verified in the alarm, supervisory, and trouble modes.
Required tools and materials
• Slotted screwdriver, insulated
• Digital multimeter
• 1.1 kΩ,1 W resistor
• 12-inch (30.5 cm) jumper lead with alligator clips
• Commercial grade (1200 to 1500 W) hair blower (for testing heat detectors)
• Conventional vacuum cleaner (for cleaning GSA detectors)
• GSA Service Tool Kit (P/N GSA-ST) (for cleaning GSA detectors)
• V-Series smoke detector replacement optical chamber (P/N 211-10PKG)
• Control panel door key
• System passwords (if any)
V-Series device maintenance tips
Detectors
When removing one detector at a time, wait 1-minute after replacing the first detector before removing the next
detector. This gives the system time to recognize and remap the first detector before generating a trouble
condition caused by removing the second detector.
To determine the months until end-of-life, run a maintenance report from the control panel. See “Device
maintenance reports” on page 41.

Kidde VM-1 Specifications

General

Brand	Kidde
Model	VM-1
Category	Fire Alarms
Language	English