Protec 3500 - 1 Introduction

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1.0 Introduction
The 3500 is a conventional fire alarm control panel available in 2, 4 and 8 zone models. The 3500
incorporates all detection zone circuits, an integrated power supply and two fully monitored alarm circuits.
The 3500 includes many programming and configuration features making it easy to integrate to a variety of
site conditions. The 3500 is primarily designed to drive Protec 3000PLUS detection devices.
The 3500 has been designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom and complies fully with current
standards dictating fire alarm system design practice (EN54 parts 2 and 4).
The integrity and reliability of a fire alarm system is paramount and consequently the 3500 continually
monitors all critical paths for faults. The fire detection zones and wiring are constantly monitored to check for
faults. The integrated power supply regularly performs self-checks to ensure it is fully working and that the
stand-by batteries are in a good state.
Any alarms or faults detected are reported clearly on the front panel display
A system set up sheet (see appendix 1) must be completed by the commissioning engineer prior to handing
the system over to the customer. The system set up sheet details exactly how the system has been
configured and programmed by the commissioning engineer and, being the only such record, should be kept
in a safe place.
The fire alarm event log (see appendix 2) must be completed by the authorised user of the system every
time a 3500 fire or fault event occurs.
It is advisable to make copies of the blank event log to allow the log to be continued when the sheets
included have been used.
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There are no user serviceable parts inside the 3500. A competent person trained to
undertake such work MUST carry out any internal maintenance work. A separate installation
and commissioning manual is available.
The policy of Protec Fire Detection plc is one of continuous improvement and as such we reserve the right to
make changes to product specifications at any time and without prior notice. Errors and omissions excepted.