Simplex 4100 Series - Output Abnormal; Alarm Verification Tally Exceeded; Detector LED Operation; Device DIP Switch Settings

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1.1.3.1.6 Output Abnormal
Description:
Observed when the output of a Relay, Sounder or Isolator base is not responding correctly.
Possible causes:
 ISOLATOR Base
 A Short circuit has occurred on the addressable loop and the Isolator Base has not been able to
reset correctly
 SOUNDER or RELAY Base
 24 Volt supply to Sounder base is not present
Suggested solutions:
 ISOLATOR Base – If short circuit fault has been corrected press „CPU RESET‟ (Warm Start) to
reinitialize the isolator base
 SOUNDER or RELAY Base - Check wiring and 24V fused distribution board in panel
1.1.3.1.7 Alarm Verification Tally Exceeded
NOTE: This fault indicates a dirty detector in the field or conventional zone circuit that is
programmed for Alarm Verification. Check for previous faults and note in the Log book the
time and date this fault occurred.
1. Log in at Level 4
2. Select P214
3. Force Point ON
4. Reset CPU (use button on CPU – refer to Page 7) to clear Simplex® Service Fault
1.1.3.1.8 Detector LED Operation
Off
 Detector is not communicating with the Panel
 Two Detectors on the same address
 The Head is not fitted correctly
Flash
 Detector is communicating with the panel
 Flash speed does not provide any information
On
 Detector is in ALARM or FAULT
 If no Head fitted then EXTRA DEVICE fault.
 Detector LED may become latched on if multiple faults occur to the same detector. To Reset
the LED, move the Loop Card DIP Switch 1 to OFF for 10 seconds & back ON.
 If all else fails, warm boot the fire panel (CPU Reset).
1.1.3.1.9 Device DIP Switch Settings