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9. Discharge Testing from External Devices : Each detection and manual actuator device
connected to must be tested individually.
- Perform an automatic discharge test by activating the detectors or manual actuators.
- Following the activation sequence ensure the Test Module has operated.
- Isolate the panel to silence the alarm. The control panel should now display a fault.
- Reset the Test Module.
- Reset the control panel by pressing and holding a single mode switch until 2 beeps are
heard. The control panel should no longer be in alarm/fault condition.
10. System control and indicating equipment.
- During discharge test, ensure operation of all installed siren/strobe(s).
- During discharge test, ensure operation of all installed shutdown relays. This must
shutdown any equipment specified in the risk assessment.
- Test backup battery capacity. Replace every backup battery every 2 years.
11. Disconnect the FP-08800 Test Module and reconnect all FirePro aerosol generators.
12. Turn off the Isolation function. System is now operational.
Additional requirements for Commissioning of a System after Install or Discharge
13. Design Survey - check against the baseline data, for alterations, changes in use or
operating environment, or other factors that could affect the performance of the fire
protection system.(Annual)
14. Risk Assessment – required to be prepared and reviewed every 5 years or after any
incident. Review document to ensure system compliance. Check if document is current.
9 Servicing and Maintenance
Inspection and servicing of the installed fire system should occur in accordance with the
relevant Australian Standards (i.e. AS1851 or AS5062).
Any alterations to the risk area should be recorded and where necessary the risk assessment,
design calculation and installed components must be revised to reflect the new operating
conditions.
A logbook must be kept, recording all the relevant information from the installation and
servicing. The logbook must contain the following:
9.1 Daily Service Schedule
A daily inspection should be performed by the operator prior to operation of the equipment.
If anything does not appear normal, the equipment should not be operated and the fire service
provider alerted. The Daily Inspection should include:
- Visual inspection of the control panel and installed components. These should be accessible
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