Chapter 6: Preventive maintenance and testing
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Test Test methods
4. If the module is configured to transmit alarm signals and
trouble signals over the same dedicated pair of wires,
create a trouble condition, and then activate an alarm
initiating device. Verify that the off-premises locati
on
r
eceives an alarm signal and a trouble signal.
Semiannual 1. Activate an alarm initiating device. Verify that the off-
premises location receives an alarm signal.
2. Create a trouble condition. Verify that the off-premises
location receives a trouble signal.
3. Activate a supervisory device. Verify that the off-
location receives a supervisory signal.
4. If the module is configured to transmit alarm signals a
nd
t
rouble signals over the same dedicated pair of wires,
create a trouble condition, and then activate an alarm
initiating device. Verify that the off-premises locati
on
r
eceives an alarm signal and a trouble signal.
Digital alarm
communicator
transmitter (
DACT)
Visual inspection Inspect the equipment for any visible signs of damage or
other changes that may adversely affect performance.
Initial and Reacceptance 1.
Activate an alarm input while using the primary telephone
line for a telephone call.
•
Verify that the supervising station receives the correct
signal.
• Verify completion of the transmission attempt occurs
within 90 seconds.
2. Disconnect the primary telephone line and connect t
he
secondary telephone line.
• Verify that the control panel indicates a DACT
message.
• Verify that the DACT transmits the trouble signal to
the supervising station within 4 minutes of detecti
ng
t
he fault.
3.
Disconnect the secondary telephone line and connect the
primary telephone line.
• Verify that the control panel indicates a DACT
message.
• Verify that the DACT transmits the trouble signal to
the supervising station within 4 minutes of detecti
ng
t
he fault.
Semiannual Same as initial and reacceptance testing.