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Introduction
This manual applies to the Protec 6500 and 6600 fire alarm control panels however for convenience;
reference will be made only to the ‘6500’. Everything in this manual applies to both the 6500 and 6600
unless stated otherwise.
The Protec 6500 Fire Alarm Control Panel has been designed and manufactured in the United
Kingdom and complies fully with the latest standards dictating fire alarm system design practice
(EN54-2:1997 + A1:2006 and EN54-4:1997 + A1:2002 + A2:2006).
The 6500 is a multi-zone four loop fire alarm control panel that uses digital addressable technology
to communicate with Protec 6000PLUS series loop devices (automatic detectors, Manual Call Points,
sounders, interfaces etc.). Multiple panels may be networked together to create a larger fire alarm
system.
As the integrity and reliability of a fire alarm system is vital, the system continuously monitors all
critical paths for faults. The fire detection / alarm loop devices and wiring are constantly monitored to
check for faults. The integrated power supply regularly performs ‘self-checking’ to ensure it is in full
working order and that the Stand-by batteries are in a good state.
Any faults detected are reported on the front panel display, a fault output is also provided which may
be connected to external systems (a remote monitoring centre, for example) to signal that the system
has a fault and attention is required.
The panel is wall mounted either flush or surface and the generously sized back box allows ample
space for rear or top cable entries.
This equipment and its associated connections must be installed, commissioned and
maintained by a suitably trained skilled and competent person.
This equipment is not guaranteed unless installed and commissioned in accordance
with current national standards
There are no user serviceable parts inside the 6500. A competent person trained to
undertake such work MUST carry out any internal maintenance work. Separate
installation and commissioning manuals are available.
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