Simplex 4010ES User Manual

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WalkTest Overview
Overview WalkTest allows the function of the system’s initiating devices and signals to be tested by a single
person. Conducting a WalkTest requires you to perform the following steps.
• Step 1. Create WalkTest Groups. The 4010ES supports up to eight WalkTest groups. This
allows the building to be divided into small portions for the WalkTest, and allows the rest of the
building to be protected by the fire alarm panel. Each group has a list of monitor points
(initiating devices) and a list of the 4010ES signal circuits that activate when one of the group’s
control points activates.
Refer to Chapter 9 of the ES Panel Programmer’s Manual (574-849) for information on adding
monitor points (initiating devices) and signals/relays to a WalkTest group.
• Step 2. Enable WalkTest Options from Front Panel. These options include the
following. Refer to the “Setting WalkTest Options” later in this section for information on
setting these options.
- Which WalkTest Group is enabled.
- Whether the group’s signals turn on when a monitor point in the same group activates. Turn
this option on (along with the WalkTest logging option) to perform a silent WalkTest on the
system.
- Whether logging of WalkTest information is enabled or not. (Enable this option to perform a
silent WalkTest.)
Step 3. Manually Activate Initiating Devices in Each Group and Interpret Signals.
Individually activate each initiating device in the group, using a magnet or canned smoke. Make sure
to proceed in a logical manner (i.e., start with the lowest IDNet address and work toward the highest).
Each time you activate an initiating device, the system’s signals pulse a code that allows you to verify
exactly which initiating device triggered the signals. For hardwired monitor zones, the signal code
corresponds to the number of the zone. (For example, if the zone number is eight, the signals pulse
eight times to indicate zone eight.) For IDNet devices, the first set of pulses from the signals
corresponds to the channel. The signals then pause momentarily and the second set of pulses
corresponds to the number of the device on the channel. For example, if you activate an IDNet smoke
detector with an address of M1-25, the signals sound once to indicate channel one, pause for a short
duration, and then sound 2 times, pause, and then sound 5 times to indicate device 25.
In some cases, immediately after verifying the function of an initiating device, you may also want to
verify its ability to generate a trouble condition. To do this, cause a trouble on the device (i.e., remove
the sensor from a TrueAlarm device), and then listen to the signals. The signals sound steady for 4
seconds to indicate trouble conditions, then reset.
Important Notes Signals and initiating devices (with the exception of pull stations) automatically acknowledge and
automatically reset, allowing for one-man testing without the need for someone at the main control
panel to acknowledge and reset the system each time an initiating device and its associated signals
activate.
A silent Walk Test may be performed (no signals will sound) and logging of events may be selected.
Refer to “Setting WalkTest Options” below for additional information.
If an alarm condition is detected from a zone that is not in the present active Walk Test group, the
system will operate as a fire alarm panel and the active Walk Test groups are aborted.

Simplex 4010ES Specifications

General

Control Panel Type	Addressable Fire Alarm Control Panel
Display	LCD
Operating Temperature	32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C)
Power Supply	120V AC or 240V AC
Zones	10
Communication Ports	RS-232, Ethernet
Signaling Line Circuits (SLCs)	2
Notification Appliance Circuits (NACs)	4
Max Notification Appliances	Varies based on NAC configuration and power supply
Communication Options	Cellular, Ethernet
Weight	30 lbs
Humidity Range	Up to 93% non-condensing
Certifications	UL, FM, CSFM, MEA
Network Capability	Yes

Summary

Cautions, Warnings and Copyrights

Chapter 1 Basic Concepts and Operations

Introduction

Provides an overview of the 4010ES operator interface panel.

Basic System Description

Explains the general functions of the 4010ES Fire Alarm Control Panel.

Normal Appearance of Operator Interface Panel

Describes the panel's appearance under normal operating conditions.

Chapter 2 Alarm Conditions

Introduction

Defines an alarm condition and how the 4010ES indicates it.

Acknowledging an Alarm

Details the process of acknowledging fire alarms on the panel.

Silencing an Alarm

Explains how to silence audible notification appliances during an alarm.

Resetting the System

Describes procedures for resetting the system after an alarm condition.

Disabling a Point that Remains in Alarm

Outlines how to inhibit reporting for a malfunctioning point.

Chapter 3 Trouble Conditions

Introduction

Explains what a trouble message indicates and how to investigate it.

Overview

Details how the 4010ES indicates a trouble condition and the acknowledgment process.

Acknowledging Troubles

Covers the procedures for acknowledging system troubles, globally and individually.

If the Trouble Doesn't Clear

Provides guidance when a trouble condition persists after acknowledgment.

Chapter 4 Supervisory Conditions

Introduction

Defines a supervisory condition and its potential causes.

Overview

Explains how the 4010ES indicates a supervisory condition and acknowledgment.

Acknowledging Supervisory Conditions

Details the process for acknowledging supervisory conditions.

Chapter 5 Selecting Points for Status and Control

Introduction

Introduces methods for selecting points for operations on the interface panel.

Selecting Points from Alarm, Trouble, Supervisory List

Describes selecting points from active abnormal condition lists.

Selecting Points from the Menu

Explains how to select points using the system's menu structure.

Selecting Points with the Entry Keypad

Details using the keypad to select specific points for control.

Chapter 6 Advanced Functions

Introduction

Introduces advanced functions performable from the operator interface.

Logging In and Out of the System

Explains how to manage system access levels and log in/out.

Setting System Time and Date

Guides users on setting the system's time and date accurately.

Viewing the Time at which an Event Occurred

Describes how to retrieve the timestamp of system events.

Enabling and Disabling Points

Details the process of enabling or disabling system points for maintenance.

Forcing Points On and Off

Explains how to manually override point states for testing.

Displaying and Clearing Historical Logs

Covers viewing and clearing system event logs.

Printing Reports

Outlines the types of system reports that can be generated.

Chapter 7 System Test Procedures

Introduction

Introduces system tests performable from the front panel.

Lamp Test / Tone Alert Test

Describes procedures for testing panel lamps and the tone-alert.

WalkTest Overview

Explains the WalkTest function for system device testing.

Setting WalkTest Options

Details how to configure WalkTest options for groups.

TrueNAC Voltage Drop Test

Guides on performing voltage drop tests for notification appliances.

Disable IDNET CO Algorithms

Explains disabling CO sensor algorithms for testing.